Send us a text Dr. Lena Luck, University of Nebraska-Lincoln and Ashley Anderson, alumni and current master's student at Kansas State University, share their stories of how they became invovled in collegiate equestrian teams. Learn the difference between the Intercollegiate Horse Show Association and National Collegiate Equestrian Association competitions and how young horse enthusiasts can find a way to ride throughout their college careers. Intercollegiat Horse Show Association National Colleg...
Nov 13, 2020•32 min•Season 2Ep. 40
Send us a text Dr. Krishona Martinson from the University of Minnesota and Dr. Carey Williams of Rutgers University share their wisdom in addressing the age old question. Should you blanket a horse or not in the winter? Even Hamlet may have had trouble deciding. Don't worry, we will try to make the decision process a little easier.
Nov 06, 2020•29 min•Season 2Ep. 38
Send us a text Dr. Todd Holbrook, equine internal and sports medicine specialists at Oklahoma State University, shares the story of how he became involved as a veterinarian in the sport of endurance riding. Dr. Holbrook was one of 5 veterinarians serving on the Veterinary Advisory Board for the US Equestrian Endurance team.
Oct 31, 2020•25 min•Season 2Ep. 38
Send us a text Dr. Krishona Martinson, equine extension specialist with the University of Minnesota gives us some easy calculations on how to know if we have enough hay stored away for the year. Don't worry, it's not all calculators and equations, but a fun take on determining your forage needs.
Oct 23, 2020•27 min•Season 2Ep. 37
Send us a text Scott Cotton, extension educator with Wyoming and Wendy Hein of Oregon State University share insights of how they help owners prepare and respond to the unprecedented wildfires burning in their respective states. For many horse owners dealing with wildfires is a new reality, and every opportunity to prepare can save vital minutes when the winds change. For more information on preparing for any sort of natural disaster: AAEP Oweners Guide for Preparedness National Fire Protection ...
Oct 19, 2020•49 min
Send us a text Kate Baldino and Melody Blittersdorf, both of whom have competed for team USA on the international stage in endurance riding, share their experiences and love for this unique sport. From flying horses to Du Bai or running from llamas in Italy, Kate and Melody will inspire you to take a long ride with your horse. For More Information on the sport of endurance. visit AERC.org...
Oct 05, 2020•42 min
Send us a text Dr. Camie Heleski, University of Kentucky, and Paula Hitzler, manager of the Equine Teaching and Research Center and Michigan State University, share tips on making weaning less stressful for foals. From the latest research and practical experience, follow some simple tips to keep your babies healthy and happy. Weaning video from Michigan State University...
Sep 26, 2020•41 min•Season 2Ep. 35
Send us a text Karen Lassell, director of equine programs at the Miner Institute, shares how this unique demonstration farm in upstate New York trains students to enter into the equine industry. Offering summer insternships with their Morgan horse herd, the Miner Institute develops life skills while teaching horsemanship to a broad audience of students. To Apply to the Miner Institute...
Sep 19, 2020•29 min•Season 2Ep. 34
Send us a text Rita Hoch, founder and CEO of Nexus Equine, a non-proft dedicated to helping horses transition to their home, discusses how this unique program works with people throughout the horse industry to prevent horses from falling through the cracks. Whether providing owner assistance programs, youth challenges, or adoption programs, Nexus proves the horse industry is stronger together. Nexus Equine The Right Horse The Story of Frisbee...
Sep 11, 2020•46 min•Season 2Ep. 33
Send us a text Dr. Kathy Anderson, University of Nebraska, and Dr. Karen Waite, Michigan State University, share their perspectives from the middle of the show pen, from why they got started, giving back to the industry and fond memories.
Sep 06, 2020•38 min•Season 2Ep. 32
Send us a text Dr. Jennie Ivey, equine extension specialist at the University of Tennessee shares what makes horses such incredible athletes. From spring loaded legs, super charged blood and practically bionic hearts, its no wonder we are so fascinated with horses. Inside Nature's Giants Extension Horses Exercise and Performance...
Aug 21, 2020•37 min•Season 2Ep. 31
Send us a text Tom Persechino, director of Equine Welfare at ASPCA shares how ASPCA is working to increase rates of adoption amd transitioning horses to their new homes. The ASPCA assists owners to find certified trainers in their area, regional support centers, and provides novel programs across the country whose entire goal is to prevent horses from slipping through the cracks. We even cover how to find your next "right horse". Nexus Equine The Right Horse Certified Horsemanship Association AS...
Aug 14, 2020•49 min•Season 2Ep. 29
Send us a text Dr. Erika Machtinger from Penn State University who is an eventer, dressage rider and veterinary entomologist gives us some very expert advice on managing different species of biting flies, provides very insider tips on which fly repellants are the most effective, and explains why flies may prefer Vince to Cactus. This is especially pertinent information as vesicular stomatitis, which is transmitted through flies, continues to spread....
Jul 24, 2020•45 min•Season 2Ep. 30
Send us a text Dr. Angela Pelzel-McCluskey, the equine epidemiologist with USDA-APHIS provides an update on vesicular stomatitis, why we have to report it, considerations for travel, preventative measures and more. And then we go down a whole new road and open a can of worms on Equine Infectious Anemia and Equine Piroplasmosis. Links: USDA-APHIS information Equine Disease Communication Center Extension Horses Biosecurity Webinar...
Jul 23, 2020•40 min•Season 2Ep. 29
Send us a text Dr. Krishona Martinson, University of Minnesota and Dr. Sara Mastellar, Ohio State University, ATI, share some great tips for providing horses relief from biting flies. Listen to their personal experiences and research to make the summer months just a bit more enjoyable for you and your horse. Dr. Martinson's Fly spray recipe Fly control for suburban or small acreage horse farms - OSU Fact sheet...
Jul 18, 2020•30 min•Season 2Ep. 28
Send us a text Julie Fershtman, a lawyer specializing in equine law, shares advice on contracts, liability and what horse owners need to know. Julie is a frequent speaker and writer, she has authored 3 books, co-authored one book, and contributed to 4 books published by the American Bar Association (ABA). The ABA published her newest book in 2019. In addition, she has written more than 400 published articles, including 6 law journal articles for the ABA Tort, Trial & Insurance Practice Secti...
Jul 14, 2020•40 min•Season 2Ep. 26
Send us a text Dr. Justin Talley, livestock entomologist with Oklahoma State University discusses some of the recent blister beetle invasions into barns in Oklahoma. Don't worry, it's not just a Oklahoma concern. What horse owners should be on the look out for, and how to eliminate these deadly insects. Oh, and Don't Stop Believin'. For more information on blister beetles: Oklahoma State University: Blister Beetles in Alfalfa Arizona...
Jun 26, 2020•24 min•Season 2Ep. 25
Send us a text Dr. Leigh Ann Skurupey, from North Dakota State University, helps a newbie understand the exciting sport of cowboy mounted shooting. And no, you don't have to be John Wayne to partcipate.
Jun 21, 2020•25 min•Season 2Ep. 24
Send us a text Dr. Kelsey Jurek, surgical resident at Oklahoma State University College of Veterinary Medicine gives more insight into laryngeal paralysis, the disorder diagnosed in Breaker. She explains surgery may be nothing to fear, and we get to use dysphagia and idiopathic in a sentence!
Jun 13, 2020•32 min•Season 2Ep. 23
Send us a text Taylor Fabus, of Michigan State University and Dr. Krishona Martinson from the University of Minnesota share their personal experiences of struggling to come up with answers for horses struggling to breathe. They share some management tips and recommendations for "going up" the diagostic ladder.
Jun 06, 2020•34 min•Season 2Ep. 22
Send us a text Susie White, Michigan State University and Dr. Colleen Brady, Purdue University, share what led to their decisions to board their horse or keep them at home. From riding in the snow in the dark or sharing in barn communities, being flexibile and realistic about personal expectations makes for successful decisions.
May 30, 2020•33 min•Season 2Ep. 17
Send us a text Dr. Camie Heleski, University of Kentucky, discusses current knowledge, myths about cribbers, how to prevent cribbing and managing horses that have picked up this coping mechansims. Owning a cribber is not the end of the world!
May 22, 2020•35 min•Season 2Ep. 16
Send us a text Leslie Janecka, coordinator for KEMI - Kentucky Equine Management Internship, and Rebecca Wilkins, extension educator with Purdue University and KEMI alumni, discuss this unique program which immerses students in the world of the elite Thoroughbred industry in Kentucky.
May 15, 2020•29 min•Season 2Ep. 15
Send us a text Dr. Carissa Wickens, extension horse specialist at the University of Florida, and Wendy Hein, Oregon State University share some strange behaviors their horses posess. From weird behaviors at feeding time, getting into everything and more, horses may seem a bit strange to many folks.
May 07, 2020•29 min•Season 2Ep. 14
Send us a text Dr. Joann Kouba, from Kansas State University shares stories on how managers teach stallions to perform doing what most people think comes naturally. It takes a good handler to keep the boys happy and acknowledge all of their unique quirks.
Apr 25, 2020•30 min•Season 2Ep. 14
Send us a text Need a break from all the serious COVID talk? Tony Ranalli, spouse of Dr. Carey Williams, and Alex Wilkins, spouse of Rebecca Wilkins, share how they manage marrying into the horse lifestyle and supporting their spouse's passion and livelihoods.
Apr 17, 2020•23 min•Season 2Ep. 14
Send us a text Taylor Fabus, Michingan extension educator and boarding barn owner, Kathy Dirkschneider, active Arizona 4H volunteer, and Chris Armstrong, barn owner in Vermont share how they have successfully navigated social distancing while still keeping people active and engaged. Barn owners find new creative ways to manage clientele and get the work done!
Apr 15, 2020•36 min•Season 2Ep. 13
Send us a text Dr. Carli Reece, a small animal practioner in Modesta California and Dr. Phil van Harreveld of Vermont Large Animal Clinic, join Dr.Betsy Greene to discuss how their practice has changed during the COVID crisis. They share how they keep animals health and owners informed while maintaining biosecurity and social distancing.
Apr 12, 2020•29 min•Season 2Ep. 12
Send us a text Dr Colleen Brady and Lee Ann Zobbe of Come Again Farms discuss the difficult decision of closing to boarders during the COVID crisis. Lee Ann shares the steps she took to keep staff and boarders safe, and how she stays connected to her customers while stopping normal operations.
Apr 10, 2020•21 min•Season 2Ep. 11
Send us a text Dr. Chris Skelly, Michigan State University's extension horse specialist, shares her personal experience of having a horse with rabies and the importance of adding this core vaccine to your annual protocol. Don't worry, it is not as bad as a Stephen King novel!
Apr 03, 2020•27 min•Season 2Ep. 10
