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I. STATEMENT OF ADHERENCE TO THE
OFFICIAL TRIMMING GUIDELINES OF THE AANHCP


      (Requirement for all Student Practitioners)


    AANHCP Policy states that the natural hoof trim must be practiced and taught with consistency
within the AANHCP Training & Certification Program and by all AANHCP practitioners
in the field.


    I understand that the purpose of the “natural trim” is to simulate, through regular trimming
and aided by natural boarding conditions, the natural wear patterns of Great Basin wild
horses (horses, mules, and burros) observed by Jaime Jackson. Jackson's research with
wild horses was described in his book, The Natural Horse. Accordingly, a natural trim that
adheres to the Wild Horse Model taught by the AANHCP based on Jackson's research removes
from the hooves of domesticated horses what nature would have worn away from
them under natural circumstances in the Great Basin — excess growth and waste material.


    I acknowledge that I have read and understand the Official Trimming Guidelines of the
AANHCP. I understand that the Guidelines described therein are a stepwise outline for performing
the natural trim and that they apply to healthy and pathological hooves in all circumstances,
conditions and environments.


    I acknowledge that I attended a Natural Trim Workshop (NTW), where I successfully demonstrated
before an authorized NTW Clinician my ability to perform the natural trim according
to the Guidelines outlined in the "Official Trimming Guidelines of the AANHCP". Further, I acknowledge
that I satisfactorily fulfilled the “3 Hoof Test” section of the clinic practicum.


    I understand and will consistently follow without exception the AANHCP trimming Guidelines
when trimming hooves during my training and in the field. Further, I will adhere in all instances
to the AANHCP Oath of Allegiance (including the cessation of all manner of fixed
horseshoeing), and all Operational Policies set forth by the Board of Directors, and that I
shall be denied certification and membership in the AANHCP if I violate the same, or any of
the above.


    PLEASE NOTE: If you do not understand or do not agree with any or part of any of the
above statements do not complete and sign this document.

 

STATEMENT OF ADHERENCE TO THE
OFFICIAL TRIMMING GUIDELINES OF THE AANHCP
(Natural Trim Workshop Requirement for all Student Practitioners)
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Signature of Student Practitioner
   
    
    All association members are bound by policy and in spirit to adhere to the official AANHCP Oath of Allegiance:

 

 

II. AANHCP Oath of Allegiance


I duly swear before my peers and all others, that according to my ability and judgment, I
will keep this Oath:


    I will follow the system or regimen of the Artful Science of Natural Hoof Care which has
been impressed upon me and so examined by those who have certified my competency,
and which, according to my ability and judgment, I consider for the benefit of equines in
my care, and ab-stain from whatever is deleterious and mischievous.


    I will honor the Healing Powers of Nature and advocate no pernicious act or procedure, including
any manner of fixed shoeing or orthopedic treatment which impairs the hoof
mechanism, obstructs the natural gaits, or causes psychological trauma, upon any equine if
asked, nor suggest any such counsel.


    Whatever connected or not connected to my professional services, I see or hear, with respect
to the perpetration of serious and inhumane injuries of any equine, including transgressors
of my own Art, I will report to the Officers of my Association and the Law, accordingly.
With purity and with respect for equines in my care, I will live my life and practice my Art.
I further pledge to remain respectful of other professionals involved in equine care and maintain confidentiality with my clients.


    While I continue to keep this Oath inviolate, may it be granted to me to enjoy life and the
practice of my Art, respected by all.  respected by all persons, in all times. But should I trespass and violate this Oath, may the reverse be my fate.