This core content element for the WCF Level 5 Associate qualification distils the advanced theory and practice of farriery, equipping candidates with comprehensive knowledge of equine foot and lower limb anatomy, biomechanics, and pathology. It integrates forge craft, therapeutic and corrective shoeing techniques, and professional standards, enabling farriers to make evidence-based decisions in both routine and remedial cases. Mastery of this content underpins safe, effective, and ethical farriery practice at a senior level.
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