Wesley Stewart – Farrier, Educator, and Hoofcare Mentor
Wes Stewart is a traditionally trained farrier with over 40 years of hands-on experience, known for his relentless curiosity and commitment to understanding why we do what we do in Hoof care. Rather than simply following established rules, Wes has always sought deeper reasoning and better methods—looking to the innovators in the industry who challenge the status quo to achieve better outcomes for the horse.
Horses have been part of Wes’s life since before he could remember. He began riding at just two years old, first on ponies led by his Father, then, by age four, riding on his own. He grew up trimming and shoeing alongside his father, learning not just the skills of the craft but also the responsibility that comes with caring for a horse’s soundness and wellbeing. On his 16th birthday, Wes was given what he considers one of the most meaningful gifts of his life: full responsibility for his own horse’s feet—a rite of passage that solidified his passion for Hoof care.
Determined to build on his foundation, Wes attended horseshoeing school in the United States before returning to Australia to work full time, devoting his career to the care and maintenance of horse’s hooves. From the beginning, his approach has been driven by a constant desire to learn more, refine techniques, and seek out the best possible solutions for every horse he works with.
Education has been the thread running through Wes’s entire career. He has never stopped chasing knowledge, attending clinics, studying under experts, and engaging with new ideas. This passion for growth took a new direction in 2023 when he discovered the Professional Hoofcare Provider Certificate Program offered by the International School of Integrative Hoofcare. Wes immediately knew he had to enroll. The program’s integrative approach resonated deeply with his belief that Hoof care is both an art and a science, and that the best results come from understanding the whole horse.
In 2023, Wes was honored to be invited to join the school as a mentor. Today, he not only guides students through their own learning journeys but also serves on the school’s Executive Team, where he dedicates his time to building awareness, supporting the student community, and mentoring colleagues through the school’s educational initiatives. His leadership and mentorship embody his lifelong commitment to elevating the standards of Hoof care and ensuring that horses everywhere benefit from informed, thoughtful, and compassionate treatment.
Whether in the field, the classroom, or in conversation with peers, Wes brings the same dedication: a love for horses, a drive for continuous improvement, and an unwavering belief that knowledge—when shared—has the power to transform both the professional and the horse.

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