Send us a text Dr. Dianne McFarlane, and Dr. Todd Holbrook, internationally recognized researchers in endocrinopathic laminitis, return to the program and join together to discuss some of the recent research in this insidious and sometimes under-diagnosed disease. They provide advice to regulate diets, address hoof pain and even suggest some shoes to get your horse dancing again. Recorded at the historic Atherton Hotel at Oklahoma State University....
Sep 08, 2021•38 min•Season 3Ep. 25
Send us a text In this episode, we feature more abstracts from the 2021 Equine Science Society Symposium. Join Dr. Betsy Greene, University of Arizona, Dr. Sara Mastellar, Ohio State ATI, and Dr. Rhonda Hoffman, Middle Tennessee State University, as they discuss their favorite talks from the Teaching and Extension Session. We learn that the best equine coaches teach on the psychological side, undergraduates students learn best through research and in a pinch you can still hold a pretty good work...
Aug 27, 2021•28 min•Season 3Ep. 24
Send us a text In a world where climate disasters seem to be around every corner, horse owners can be left feeling about nervous about the next event. Whether you live on a coast or not, torrential rains and flooding can be a serious risk to your horse. Join Dr. Carissa Wickens, University of Florida, and Monty Dozier, Texas A&M Agrilife as they share some tips on staying safe and keeping your horse healthy when the rain starts to fall. http://blogs.ifas.ufl.edu/marionco/2020/06/24/hurricane...
Aug 21, 2021•37 min
Send us a text Dr. Krishona Martinson, Dr. Bob Coleman and Dr. Amanda Grev share their favorite research presentations from the 2021 Equine Science Symposium. We learn easy keepers are a real thing, there may be heavy metals in our arenas, and warm season grasses can grow up north! Stay tuned for more current breaking research news for equine scientists across the nation~
Aug 11, 2021•32 min•Season 3Ep. 21
Send us a text Dr. Krishona Martinson, University of Minnesota, and Dr. Leigh Ann Skurupey from North Dakota State University share tips from the front lines of drought ridden states. With the wild swings in weather, we should all be prepared for failing pastures and high hay prices. Join us for some great tips on how to keep going! Feed list/Hay hot line Managing drought stressed pastures...
Jul 13, 2021•29 min
Send us a text Dr. Krishona Martinson and Dr. Betsy Greene share tips on getting your horse to lose weight, and why that might be the best thing you can do for your horse's health!
Jul 03, 2021•34 min•Season 3Ep. 20
Send us a text Dr. Kathy Anderson, University of Nebraska and Dr. Colleen Brady, Purdue University, share their personal stories of equine protozoal myelitis and the horses they own. We also share tips on prevention, symptoms and just recognizing when something isn't right.
Jun 25, 2021•35 min•Season 3Ep. 19
Send us a text Dr. Danielle Smarsh from Penn State University shares a few stories of her favorite places she has experienced horseback, from Peru to New Zealand, South Africa and more. There is no better way to explore new countries than from the back of a horse.
Jun 16, 2021•19 min•Season 3Ep. 18
Send us a text Dr. Carissa Wickens, University of Florida and host Kris Hiney, chat about the science of equine learning, and define the essential concepts of operant conditioning. We then use those concepts to share how they can be used to create a happy compliant horse for unpleasant scenarios. We shed some light on how using reinforcers doesn't mean creating pushy, naughty horses. Training Horses Safely...
May 28, 2021•37 min•Season 3Ep. 15
Send us a text With travel back on and most restrictions lifted, many of us are planning our vacations and thinking about how we can escape with our horses. But if you want to head out into the wild, you better be prepared. Scott Cotton, area extension specialist at the University of Wyoming and lifelong cowboy and wilderness adventurer, shares tips on how you and your horse can trail ride safely amidst the wildlife. Even if you don't plan on brining a horse, his advice can make your next big hi...
May 21, 2021•46 min•Season 3Ep. 17
Send us a text Taylor Fabus and Susie White, from Michigan State University, return to share their experiences as barn owners and creating a drama free environment. From sportsmanship posters to counselors to a little life coaching, they offer some great tips to keep riding horses fun and a safe environment for all.
May 14, 2021•30 min•Season 3Ep. 16
Send us a text Dr. Carissa Wickens returns to the program to answer a listener questions - the presence of ivermectin in horse manure and its effects on beneficial organisms. We discuss when ivermectin appears in the manure and how long it lasts when composted or left alone. And we might just talk about dogs too!
May 07, 2021•8 min•Season 3Ep. 14
Send us a text Dr. Carissa Wickens, associate professor at the University of Florida, and Janet Schmidt, extension educator from Washington State University share tips and tricks on maximizing gain from the daily chore of cleaning stalls. Installing chimneys, lattice bins and pasture improvement - all will make you smile while you pile up that precious source of soil supplements.
Apr 27, 2021•45 min•Season 3Ep. 13
Send us a text Susie White and Taylor Fabus, both extension educators with Michigan State University, share how they made the leap from equine boarders to equine business owners. From accounting, insurance policies and making the numbers work, Taylor and Susie give first hand accounts of how they make it work.
Apr 09, 2021•30 min•Season 3Ep. 12
Send us a text Dr. Joann Kouba, equine reproduction specialist at Kansas State University walks us through some of the quirks of mares. Ever wonder why some mares show estrus more strongly than others? Are all mares good mothers? What do you do if your mare is not a good mother? And worst case, what if you end up with an orphan foal? We cover all of this plus make up a few hypotheses for fun!
Apr 03, 2021•45 min•Season 3Ep. 11
Send us a text Dr. Dianne McFarlane, DVM PhD, DACVIM of Oklahoma State University College of Veterinary Medicine and world renown expert in laminitis discusses why obesity and over feeding our horses can lead to disaster. We discuss the underlying causes of laminitis, risks with spring grass and strategies to be successful in equine weight loss journeys.
Mar 27, 2021•36 min•Season 3Ep. 10
Send us a text Diane Paris, with Markel Insurance, explains the types of insurance equine insurance companies offer: from major medical and surgical policies, mortality and liability policies designed to protect the horse owner in case legal trouble. With horses, major issues are often not a question of if, but when and holding insurance may save you thousands. Markel Equine Insurance...
Mar 19, 2021•32 min•Season 3Ep. 9
Send us a text Dr. Betsy Greene, University of Arizona and Dr. Bob Coleman, University of Kentucky share strategies on how to keep your horse high and dry during mud season. It might be better to do some construction projects that last for years, than slogging your way through misery. Equine Greener Pastures Equine Footing High Traffic Pads...
Mar 05, 2021•40 min•Season 3Ep. 8
Send us a text Larry Sanchez, head coach of Oklahoma State University Cowgirls equestrian team, shares how collegiate equestrian programs challenge riders to become true horseman and how it takes a true variety of horses to determine the best of the best.
Feb 27, 2021•35 min•Season 3Ep. 7
Send us a text Wendy Davis, former director of the Race Track Industry Program at University of Arizona, breaks down race horse ownership, from claiming races, to syndicates, horse clubs and more. No, you don't have to be a millionaire to take part in the excitement of the finish line.
Feb 20, 2021•46 min
Send us a text Laura Beth Kenney, with Penn State Equine Extension, shares the story of her mare Frankie, whom she adopted from Rutgers Equine Research Program at the age of 20. Laura shares how Frankie went from being a professional research horse to learning a few new tricks.
Feb 12, 2021•20 min•Season 3Ep. 5
Send us a text Dr. Sally Denotta, veterinarian with the University of Florida's College of Veterinary Medicine, busts some of the most common horse related vaccine myths. Do horses who live alone need vaccines? Do they really work? What if I don't know the vaccine history of my horse? Dr. Denotta addresses all of these questions plus many more! Equine Disease Communication Center AAEP Vaccination Guidelines...
Feb 05, 2021•42 min
Send us a text Kate Pulec, extension assistant for 4-H at the University of Nebraska, shares her story of how some things aren't exactly how they appear. Her new mount for her child had some unexpected surprises which needed some....surgical intervention.
Jan 29, 2021•25 min•Season 3Ep. 4
Send us a text Dr. Carey Williams of Rutgers University gives us some updates on how Pinky and Mickie of major injuries podcast fame are doing now. Cheer on her progress and learn a bit more about how horse insurance just might be your best friend. Check out these other podcasts which feature Pinky and Micky. Thin Horses: The stories of Pinky and Ozzie Ouch, My Stomach Hurts: The stories of Pinky and Pippa Serious Injuries: The stories of Pinky, Micky, Chester and Bailey...
Jan 22, 2021•38 min•Season 3Ep. 2
Send us a text Dr. Sally Denotta, extension veterinarian at University of Florida's College of Veterinary Medicine, kicks off the new year with a deeper discussion of eye injuries in horses and why treatment on your own may have devastating consequences. Dr. Denotta shares her experience with her own horse with recurrent eye disease and how a little training can go along way to create a better equine patient....
Jan 14, 2021•37 min•Season 3Ep. 1
Send us a text Dr. Sara Mastellar, of Ohio State ATI and alum of IDA, and Stefani Watson, coach of the IDA team at Cazenovia College, explain how all riders can get a chance to compete in dressage while going to college. They explain the format and how it differs from IHSA and NCEA, and give advice for young riders about to embark on their college careers. Intercollegiate Dressage Association Equine Education Network...
Dec 25, 2020•31 min
Send us a text Dr. Dianne McFarlane, DVM, PhD, DACVIM of Oklahoma State University shares her depth of knowledge and research experience to explain just what exactly is going on with PPID. From physiology to practicality she decodes what owners need to know.
Dec 18, 2020•39 min
Send us a text Dr. Krishona Martinson, University of Minnesota and Rebecca Wilkins, youth extension educator at Purdue University, share their stories of owning and managing horses with PPID or Pituitary Pars Intermedia Dysfunction. We cover symptoms, management and coping with a permanent diagnosis and keeping affected horses as normal and healthy as possible.
Dec 11, 2020•40 min•Season 2Ep. 46
Send us a text Dr. Nettie Liburt, Buckeye Nutrition, and Dr. Carissa Wickens from the University of Florida share their stories of treating eye injuries in their horses ET, Jagger and Penguin. Hear how careful attention to your horse and acting quickly may save not only your horse's eye, but thousands of dollars as well.
Dec 05, 2020•46 min•Season 2Ep. 45
Send us a text Dr. Colleen Brady, Purdue University and Dr. Nettie Liburt, senior equine nutrition manager at Buckeye Feeds, share how their horses came up with the same unique injuries: broken splint bones. Even though it was the same injury, Beau and ET have very different stories.
Nov 23, 2020•34 min•Season 2Ep. 41
