Composite Horseshoe Workshop for Farriers – Hands-On Training in Modern Hoof Care Solutions
Join an intensive, hands-on workshop designed for farriers and hoof care professionals who want to expand their expertise in composite horseshoe solutions. With increasing demand for alternative hoof protection methods, this workshop provides practical knowledge and real-world application using modern materials and proven techniques.
Event Details
Hosted by The Shoe Box Farrier Supply
- 3130 Twp Rd 290, Madden, Alberta
- May 9th, 2026
- 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- $250 (maximum 20 participants)
All materials are sponsored by leading manufacturers in composite hoof care systems. Lunch is provided by the host.
Why Attend This Workshop?
If you are a farrier looking to integrate composite horseshoes and glue-on systems into your services, this workshop offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience without the cost and risk of trial-and-error on client horses.
Instead of experimenting independently, you will:
- Work directly with professional-grade materials
- Learn proven application techniques from experienced instructors
- Uderstand common mistakes and how to avoid them
- Gain confidence through practical exercises
This is not a passive seminar—you will actively handle, fit, modify, and apply composite horseshoes yourself.
Workshop Schedule
9:00 AM – 11:00 AM: Gluing Systems & Product Knowledge
Esther Munter & Elmar Duer (Germany)
- Introduction to Glu U/Glu Shu horseshoes
- Advantages and applications Glu Shu
- Available models and selection
- Application techniques and modifications
- Troubleshooting common issues
- Live demonstration
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM: Duplo Composite Horseshoe
Caro Lucas
- Benefits of composite horseshoes
- Choosing the right shoe for different use cases
- Sizing, shaping, and fitting
- Nailing techniques, countersinking, and clinching
- Adjustments and modifications
- Common errors and solutions
- Live demonstration
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM: Lunch & professional exchange
2:00 PM – 4:00 PM: Hands-On: Nailing Duplo Composite Horseshoes
- Shoeing a cadaver hoof
- Selecting correct size
- Shaping and fitting
- Proper nailing, countersinking, and clinching
- Evaluating results
- Removing shoes for reset
4:00 PM – 6:00 PM: Hands-On: Application of Glu Shu
- Working on a 3D hoof model
- Selecting and fitting glue-on horseshoes
- Proper hoof preparation for adhesive application
- Gluing techniques
- Adjustments and finishing
- Evaluating results
- Safe removal
What to Bring
Please bring your standard farrier tools and shoeing equipment for full participation in the practical sessions.
Cancellation Policy
- Cancellation 14 days prior to the event: 50% refund
- Cancellation less than 7 days before the event: no refund
- If the event is cancelled by the organizer: full refund
This workshop is ideal for farriers who want to stay competitive, improve their hoof care services, and confidently work with modern composite horseshoe systems in daily practice.