EPA's 20th Anniversary
The 2026 conference marks a historic milestone for the Equine Podiatry Association. Join us for a celebratory event reflecting on 20 years of advancing equine hoof care.
Who's It's For
Equine Podiatrists • Farriers • Veterinarians • Horse Owners • Students
The 2026 Conference is a designed for equine professionals as well as horse owners who are passionate about the latest advancements in equine podiatry. This two-day event brings together industry experts to share research, practical techniques, and holistic approaches to hoof care.
What's On
20 Years of Impact
A look back at how EPA has shaped professional standards since 2006.
Celebratory Dinner
Join colleagues for a special evening of celebration and networking.
Exclusive Insights
Keynote sessions focusing on the future of equine podiatry.
Speakers
A world-class line-up of experts exploring the latest in equine anatomy, behaviour, and podiatry.
Day 1
Nia Cooke
Equine Nutrition Specialist and Founder of Finer Forage
Species Appropriate Feeding: Understanding how horses are meant to eat, and how to feed their evolutionary blueprint.
Justine Harrison
Equine Behaviour Expert
Recognising Behavioural Signs of Pain and Discomfort in Horses
Gillian Higgins
Anatomy and Biomechanics Educator, and Founder of Horses Inside Out
Whole Horse Biomechanics: Why the hoof never works alone.
Josh Milburn
Holistic Equine Dentist and Educator
Best Horse Better: Following the empirical evidence of noted improvements for standards of horses making dramatic progress through wellness and comfort.
Day 2
The Hoof Architect
Farrier, Architect, and Hoof Morphology Expert
Influence of conformation and posture on hoof morphology.
Alicia Harlov
Hoofcare Provider and The Humble Hoof Podcast Host
Navicular Cases in the Real World: Assessment, adaptation and functional soundness.
Paige Poss
Anatomy Specialist and Hoof Expert
It May be a Nerve: Explore the palmar digital nerve as it descends into the hoof capsule.