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Committed to Farrier Education

Who we are

The International Association of Professional Farriers Inc. is a not-for-profit corporation operated exclusively as a business trade organization within the meaning of Section 501(c)(6) of the Internal Revenue Code. The volunteer Board Members are elected by the membership, for the membership, in compliance with the constitution and bylaws of the association.

What we do

The International Association of Professional Farriers promotes the integrity of the farrier industry by strengthening the knowledge and skills of its members through continuing education and support at the state, national and international levels while improving overall equine health through collaboration with other industry professionals. All payments (100%) to the IAPF may be deducted from federal income tax as a cost of doing business.

Contact us

Mailing Address
IAPF
PO Box 100
Norvelt, PA 15674

Phone

Executive Director - (561) 909-7689
Membership - (724) 953-9020

Business Hours
9 AM to 5 PM, Weekdays

Update Your Information
We are happy to update your contact information, including email address, phone number and mailing address. Simply indicate "Update My Information" in the contact form, then enter your member ID and your new information. Your record will be updated promptly. You may also update your information located in your profile once you have signed in.

Questions, Comments and Concerns
Please complete the contact form to submit your inquiry to IAPF. If you have multiple questions, please submit one form with all of your questions. You should receive an answer to your inquiry within 1-2 business days of receipt. If you require immediate attention, please contact Member Services at 561-909-7689.

Thank you for your comments and for supporting the International Association of Professional Farriers. We look forward to hearing from you.

Recent News

Welcoming Our New Director of Membership Services – Kara Mass

Wed. October 08, 2025

The International Association of Professional Farriers (IAPF) is pleased to announce that Kara Mass has accepted a new role as Director of Membership Services.

Kara has been a valued part-time member of the IAPF team for the past year, contributing greatly to our operations and member experience. In her new position, Kara will play a key role in enhancing member communication and ensuring that...

The Ohio State University Recognizes IAPF Farriers

Wed. March 01, 2023

The IAPF has recently been informed that IAPF Past President and current Hoofcare Essentials Foundation Chairperson David Farley CF APF-I of Loxahatchee, Florida has been honored by The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine as their first non-veterinarian or PhD to be named as an instructor with their fourth-year clinical rotations for equine podiatry. In addition, Audrey Busby APF-I...

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