Vets, Farriers Honored for Hoof Care Contributions

A pair of farriers and three equine veterinarians were recognized during a recent hoof care summit.
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A pair of farriers and three equine veterinarians earned hall of fame recognition during induction ceremonies during the recent 10th annual International Hoof-Care Summit. These five individuals were honored for outstanding careers in equine hoof care during the event held in Cincinnati, Ohio.

Farriers Marshall Iles, CJF, and Dean Pearson, CJF, were inducted into the International Horseshoeing Hall Of Fame. Veterinarians Sue Dyson, MA, VetMB, PhD, DEO, FRCVS; Nicholas Frank, DVM, PhD, Dipl. ACVIM; and Harry Werner, VMD, joined the International Equine Veterinarians Hall Of Fame.

Marshall Iles, of Calgary, Alberta, Canada, has shod high-level hunters and jumpers for more than 20 years. A graduate of the Olds College advanced farrier science program, he is well known for his commitment to farrier education through his work as a clinician and as a long-time volunteer with the annual World Championship Blacksmiths’ Competition held during the Calgary Stampede.

Pearson, of Nottingham, Pa., has earned an international reputation for forging excellence while shoeing high-end performance horses. He has been a member of the American Farriers Team, shod for the Canadian Olympic Equestrian Team, and is known for his commitment to his clients and his profession

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