EPA's 20th Anniversary
The 2026 conference celebrates 20 years of the Equine Podiatry Association and two decades of advancing professional standards, knowledge and equine hoof care.
Who It's For
Equine Podiatrists • Farriers • Veterinarians • Horse Owners • Students
The conference is designed for equine professionals and horse owners who want to deepen their understanding of equine podiatry and hoof care. Across two days, expert speakers will share current research, practical techniques and different approaches to supporting hoof health.
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.
Expert Talks & Insights
Expert sessions exploring current thinking and the future of equine podiatry.
Conference Speakers
Meet the expert speakers sharing their knowledge across equine podiatry, anatomy, biomechanics, behaviour, nutrition and hoof care.
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
A leading neuromuscular natural balance dentist, taking a holistic approach to equine dentistry with a focus on restoring the horse’s mouth to its natural balance and function.
Day 2
Ula Krzanowska, 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.