Foot trimming training – Register your interest

Foot trimming training – Register your interest

When

April 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025    
10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Event Type

Key learning objectives:

  • To confidently Trim
  • To Identify Lameness
  • To be able to successfully block a foot
  • Understand when to call a vet

Course Topics Covered: 

  1. The anatomy of a bovine foot
  2. Mobility
  3. Safe handling
  4. Trimming technique
  5. Identifying lameness

Who leads the course –

Our Trimming courses are Vet led. For more information about either of the course trainers, click their image.

Charlie and Rosie are experienced Foot Trimming trainers

“Delegates leaving with the skills needed to get back to the farm and be able to confidently deal with lameness issues, whilst also understanding the aspects of good trimming technique to ensure lameness incidence is limited – a thoroughly worthwhile course for anyone that may have to deal with hoofcare on farm!” – Charlie Neale

Course Details

Course Duration:
1 day (6hrs)

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

Course location: On farm practical –
TBC, farms around Shepton Mallet

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
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.

Dietary requirements needed?
Please contact the farm office if you have any dietary requirements, we should be aware of.

Cost/Fees:
£250 + VAT per person
A £50/per person deposit will be payable upon booking. The balance will be due 2 days before the course start date.

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