Trevor Jones BSc (hons) MBA ADAEP
Applied Equine Podiatrist & Hoofcare Educator
About Me
Hello, my name is Trevor Jones, I live near Chichester in England where I share my life with three beautiful horses. Back in 2002, as a keen horseman, I began to have serious concerns about the condition of my horse's feet, which lead me to question conventional methods of hoof care. After considerable research I attended a three day introductory course with KC La Pierre, the course was phenomenal. I was beginning to understand the true causes of my horse's problems.
I enrolled in the full time programme and successfully completed my diploma in May 2004. It then became apparent that our horses weren’t alone in their predicament and a rapid unexpected career change followed.
I have a large practice covering the South of the England and am privileged to work with many inspirational owners, trainers and horses participating in a broard variety of disciplines.
Throughout my 21 year career in the field I have become acutely aware that empowerment of the horse owner and equine professional through education is essential in the practice and the advancement of Applied Equine Podiatry, this was the driving force behind my desire to become an instructor for the IAEP.
I graduated as an IAEP Licensed Instructor in October 2008 and was awarded my Advanced Diploma in Applied Equine Podiatry in March 2011. I feel privileged and excited to continue as active alumni as the science of Applied Equine Podiatry gains credability and acceptance globally.
Every case is unique, and it is only by remaining humble and curious that solutions for most cases can be developed. This often involves teamwork with other equine professionals who are experts in their specific fields.
Every horse I have ever treated has taught me something, every horse has the innate ability to heal itself, provided the environment is conducive to healing and to this day I am still learning the depth of this statement.
Horses and owners are unique, I have successfully rehabilitated hundreds of horses to soundness with diagnosies covering most diseases of the equine distal limb, success depends upon the correct attitude and approach. I would never say that I am a proponent of all horses remaining barefoot, some are not able for the required level of performance, but for many it is the start of a journey back to soundness. Sometimes this may take a few months, sometimes longer and sometimes we simply have a break for rehabilitation, before I refer you back to your exsisting hoof care provider.
"In nature nothing is hurried, and yet everything is accomplished"
Lao-Tzu