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2018 International Hoof-Care Summit
January 23, 2018 - January 26, 2018
“Sound Strategies For Better Footcare,” the 2018 International Hoof-Care Summit theme, summarizes the reason farriers and veterinarians travel to Cincinnati, Ohio .. |
International Hoof-Care Summit
JANUARY 23-26, 2018 • CINCINNATI, OHIO
15THANNUALINTERNATIONAL HOOF-CARESUMMIT
SOUND STRATEGIES
FOR BETTER FOOTCARE
4 days and dozens of hours of non-stop, in-depth footcare learning and networking with others in your profession who are dedicated to self-improvement. Register now >>
2018 PROGRAM RELEASED!

“Sound Strategies For Better Footcare,” the 2018 International Hoof-Care Summit theme, summarizes the reason farriers and veterinarians travel to Cincinnati, Ohio, every year: to gain new and valuable ideas for improving equine hoof care..
Our 15th annual event offers unparalleled hoof-care education through 8 General Sessions, 15 Hoof-Care Classrooms, 24 Hoof-Care Roundtables and 12 “How-To” Clinics. In addition, attendees will have 9.5 uninterrupted hours to spend at the IHCS Trade Show, which will reveal 2018’s new footcare products, as well as those items farriers have come to rely on for years. While at the Summit, you can compare notes, discuss topics and learn from other farriers and vets from around the world. Among these speakers, exhibitors and attendees are some of the most innovative and forward-thinking footcare experts of today.
Video: IHCS Attendees Share Their “Summit Stories”
3
Trade Show Sessions offering you the first look at 2018 products.
8
GENERAL SESSIONS
15
HOOF-CARE
CLASSROOMS
24
HOOF-CARE
ROUNDTABLES
PLUS 12 HOW-TO CLINICS
SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR 2018 EDUCATIONAL PARTNERS:
ADDITIONAL CONFERENCE INFORMATION
Registration:
Register online at the Early Bird Rate of only $379, saving you $30.00 off the Full Rate. (Rate increases to $409 after January 2, 2018)
Or download the registration form and fax or mail it back to the address/phone number provided.
Hotel:
The Hilton Cincinnati Netherland Plaza at 35 W. 5th St. is the host hotel for the 2018 Summit. It is conveniently located just two blocks east of the Duke Energy Center. Book your room online or by calling (800) 445-8667 and mentioning the code “IHCS” to get the special room rate of $128 per night. The cutoff date to take advantage of the special Summit rate is January 1, 2018.
Download The 2018 Summit Program:
Our 15th annual event offers unparalleled hoof-care education through 8 General Sessions, 15 Hoof-Care Classrooms, 24 Hoof-Care Roundtables and 12 “How-To” Clinics. In addition, attendees will have 9.5 uninterrupted hours to spend at the IHCS Trade Show, which will reveal 2018’s new footcare products, as well as those items farriers have come to rely on for years. View the program now.
Educational Credits:
The 2018 Summit is approved for 27 CE credits by the American Association of Professional Farriers/ International Association of Professional Farriers. We’ve applied for veterinary CE hours. Please check back with us on the approval status.
Cincinnati Map/Parking:
If you’re seeking a map of downtown Cincinnati and/or contact information for alternative parking lots outside of the hotels, download parking map.
Airport Transportation:
Transportation from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport is available via Executive Transportation. Service desks are located in every terminal in the baggage claim area. Cost is $36 roundtrip or $24 one way. Reservations can be made via e-mail (prepay with a credit card or pay at the Executive Transportation desk at the airport) or call (800) 990-8841. You can also purchase tickets at the airport, but you may have to wait for the next available shuttle.
Things to Do/Dining:
Download and print a map of downtown Cincinnati for points of interest and things to do in the downtown area. View a list of restaurants and places to dine.