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Committed to Farrier Education

Who we are

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

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

Contact us

              Mailing Address
                       IAPF
                 PO Box 100
              Norvelt, PA 15674

                     Phone
                (561) 909-7689

              Business Hours
         9 AM to 5 PM, Weekdays

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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

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

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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Upcoming Events

A Fresh Look at Heel Anatomy (3 CE)

Deep within the hoof capsule, a single convergence point of the wall laminae, bar laminae, and sole corium marks the anatomical heel.... Read More

PHCP Wear Patterns, What They Really Mean - Part 1 (2 CE)

Approved for 2 CE for each part, for a total of 4 CE.

Wear Patterns, What They Really Mean

This two-part... Read More

Central Carolina Farrier Rounds (3 CE)

Third Wednesday each month, so for 2025: 3/19, 4/16, 5/21, 6/18, 7/16, 8/20, 9/17, 10/15, 11/19, 12/17.
  Central... Read More
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