The Equine Documentalist (Yogi Sharp) - Cape Town Clinic

For the first time, Yogi Sharp DipWCF, BSc(Hons), PGCert, and founder of The Equine Documentalist, will be visiting Cape Town to host a one-day clinic. A working farrier, equine researcher, and finalist for Farrier of the Year in the 2025 Equine Business Awards UK, Yogi will present his worldwide cutting-edge research and technology, combined with live demonstrations.

Cape Town: Monte Cavalo

A WHOLE HORSE APPROACH TO HOOF MORPHOLOGY: MORPHOLOGY, BIOMECHANICS & POSTURAL INFLUENCE

In association with Royal Feeds and Scootboot

Sponsored by Onlinepethealth and Ridely

Understanding hoof morphology

1. What affects dorsopalmar balance
2. What affects medio-lateral balance
3. Recognising capsule morphology as a representation of capsule loading

Shoeing for balance

1. The history of hoof balance
2. How hoof balance affects tendon and ligament strain
3. How hoof balance affects navicular and arthritis
4. Can toes be too short - a new definition of hoof balance and equilibrium at midstance

Shoeing to create the ideal

1. Shoeing for D-P balance
2. Should we create alignment and complementing the trim
3. Shoeing for medio-lateral balance
4. When do we need to shoe unbalanced

Measuring hoof balance

1. Why is objective measurement important
2. How to objectively measure hoof balance using HoofmApp
3. Is HoofmApp reliable?

Hoof-horse-posture connection

1. The cycle between hoof balance and posture
2. The effects of domestication on posture
3. How hoof balance affects kinetic chains
4. The postural link between NPLA and pathology along the dorsal myofascial line

Sand pit demo showing the effects of base proportions on equilibrium

Demo using HoofmApp

Includes live shoeing demo

This event is for farriers, veterinarians, physios, bodyworkers, equine professionals, and educated horse owners, looking for advanced cutting-edge research to improve their knowledge and understanding of hoof care. Pending CPD.

Limited tickets available - R1 300

Proudly bought to South Africa in association with Royal Feeds and Scootboot and supported by Onlinepethealth and Ridely

Royal Feeds - https://royalfeeds.co.za/

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Scootboot - https://rw.scootboots.com/

Designed by a farrier and trusted by professionals worldwide, Scootboots offer unmatched performance, protection, and freedom for barefoot horses across all disciplines. From trimming to turnout, rehab to high performance - they're more than just a boot. They're a better way forward.

Onlinepethealth – www.onlinepethealth.com

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