Contact: Tania Banak, University Relations Specialist
608/263-6716, banakt@vetmed.wisc.edu
Date issued: October 14, 2009

MADISON Horse owners who want to learn more about proper equine foot care and maintenance are invited to attend a free talk at the University of Wisconsin's Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital on Thurs. October 22, 2009.

Well-known area farrier, Dean Johanningmeier, will present "Give Your Horse a Pedicure: Equine Podiatry," from 7-9 pm at the UW School of Veterinary Medicine, 2015 Linden Drive, in Madison.

Because horses spend so much time on their feet, they can become lame without even walking around if their feet are not properly cared for and maintained. Johanningmeier promotes a proactive approach to foot and hoof care to prevent mild lameness from turning into a more serious injury.

He will share tips with the audience on how to properly maintain the horse's feet.

Johanningmeier has provided horse shoeing and trimming services to the School of Veterinary Medicine for the past 20 years. He is well known for his skill at making adjustments to alleviate lameness.

Registration for the presentation is free, but seating is limited so registration is required. To register, please call Karl Olson at 608-265-5206 or online at www.vetmed.wisc.edu/ce.

Directions are available via an online UW campus map at: http://www.vip.wisc.edu/map.html