19th-20th August Foot Trimming Course

19th-20th August Foot Trimming Course

When

August 19, 2026 - August 20, 2026    
10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Event Type

This Foot First Aid course is a LANTRA-approved course. Delegates will need to pass an assessment to receive their certificate.

This course will run across two days, allowing more time to practise using cadaver limbs.

In this training course, we will cover the following topics:

  • Overview of anatomy of the foot
  • Main lesions causing lameness
  • Detecting lameness: mobility scoring
  • Tool kit requirements
  • Maintenance of foot trimming equipment
  • Introduction to the five-step method
  • Treatment protocols
  • Guide to applying blocks
  • Common blocking mistakes

Who leads the course –

Rosie 

BVSc CertAVP (Cattle) PGCertVPS MRCVS Farm Animal Vet BCVA Foot Health Trainer

Colin

Cattle Foot Trimmer – CHCSB Accredited Instructor

 

For more information about either of the course trainers, click their name.

Course Details

Course Duration:

2 days

19th-20th August 2026 (10am-4pm)

Course Format (e.g. in-person, online, hybrid):

In person

Course location:

On farm practical – Castle Cary – Honeycombe Farm

Prerequisites:

Delegates must be 16 or over to attend this course. We limit places to 6 on this course. Booking early is recommended

To bring:

A clean pair of wellies, waterproof trousers, and a parlour top.

Is lunch included?

Yes. Please contact the farm office if you have any special dietary requirements.

Cost/Fees:

£450 + VAT per person A £50/per person deposit will be payable upon booking.

Payment options:

You will be contacted following your reservation to complete your booking form and payment.

Cancellation policies:

Cancellations up to 10 working days before the course will result in a full refund. Please contact the office if you need to cancel. Further details are outlined in the booking form. Shepton Vets reserve the right to cancel a course if the minimum delegates number is not reached.

Enrolment Process:

1. Complete online reservation form

2. Await contact from our office team or call them directly in order to complete deposit payment

3. Two days prior to course date, receive advanced course materials If you have any questions, please email training@sheptonvets.com or call 01749 341 761