Life After Laminitis
Following our series on laminitis rehab, Maggie Lambert talks about Cedar, her Rocky Mountain Horse, and his recovery from laminitis back to soundness and work.
May 08, 2026•29 min•Ep. 154
The Humble Hoof
The Humble Hoof is a podcast for both horse owners and equine professionals, offering discussions into various philosophies on the health of the hoof and soundness of your horse. Each episode we will explore either a topic in regards to the hoof, such as laminitis or navicular, or focus on an interview with a professional in the hoofcare world- whether it's a farrier, trimmer, vet, bodyworker, etc.Please check us out on Facebook, or at thehumblehoof.com.
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Episodes
Rehabbing Laminitis
Amber Greeson talks about a metabolic laminitis episode that was complicated by SIRS laminitis due to colitis.
Apr 17, 2026•36 min•Ep. 153
Sedations Considerations for Hoofcare
Dr. Jeff Hall, a managing veterinarian with Zoetis Equine Technical Services Team, talks about the use of sedation during hoofcare and other husbandry tasks.
Mar 27, 2026•33 min•Ep. 152
Horse First, Rider Second: The Ethics of Hoof Rehab
Becky Bawn, Kat Christieson and Lisa Agius-Gilibert talk about ethics in hoof rehab - just because we CAN ride a horse, should we? And what are some considerations as hoofcare providers when working on these cases? For more information, see: hooftohorse.academy
Mar 13, 2026•56 min•Ep. 151
Regenerative Medicine and Equine Soundness
Dr. Holly Helbig talks about what regenerative medicine devices are, and how they can play a role in equine rehabilitation and soundness.
Feb 27, 2026•28 min•Ep. 150
Safety With Power Tools with Jim Apple
Jim Apple talks about using power tools like angle grinders in hoofcare, how to approach the use when using new modalities, and how to protect ourselves and the horses we work on from incidents or injuries.
Feb 13, 2026•42 min•Ep. 149
Biosecurity: Protecting The Horses We Work With with Dr. Holly Helbig
Dr. Holly Helbig talks about practical steps to ensure we don't spread infectious disease between horses we see, both as horse owners and equine professionals.
Jan 30, 2026•28 min•Ep. 148
Is It Really Navicular? With Dr. David Ramey
Dr. David Ramey talks about the ins and outs of a navicular diagnosis, why it can easily be misdiagnosed, and why you can likely have hope even when your horse has navicular bone "changes." You can learn more from Dr. Ramey at doctorramey.com
Jan 16, 2026•39 min•Ep. 147
Hooves in Winter
Beth Lynn Lewis and Maggie Lambert talk about some hoofcare considerations they make to keep horses safe, sound, and comfortable through winter months. Thank you to our amazing sponsors: Cavallo Hoof Boots is offering 15% off a pair of Trek hoof boots at cavallo-inc.com with code HRN A special shout out to Grid as New, Mud Control Grids – they are a game changer for any mud issues, big or small! – mudcontrolgrids.com Also be sure to check out Hay Boss Feeders – haybossfeeders.com – for all your ...
Dec 26, 2025•54 min•Ep. 146
Throwback Episode: Hoofcare in the Winter
This is a re-upload of an episode with Deanna Quinn, a hoofcare provider in Alaska, discussing hoofcare in cold weather. Thank you to our amazing sponsors: Cavallo Hoof Boots is offering 15% off a pair of Trek hoof boots at cavallo-inc.com with code HRN A special shout out to Grid as New, Mud Control Grids – they are a game changer for any mud issues, big or small! – mudcontrolgrids.com Also be sure to check out Hay Boss Feeders – haybossfeeders.com – for all your slow-feeding needs. I get my Ha...
Dec 12, 2025•29 min•Ep. 145
What Your Veterinarian Wishes You Knew About Hoof Health
Dr. Erica Lacher of Straight from the Horse Doctor's Mouth talks about what your veterinarian wishes you knew about hoof health. Thank you to our amazing sponsors: Cavallo Hoof Boots is offering 15% off a pair of Trek hoof boots at cavallo-inc.com with code HRN A special shout out to Grid as New, Mud Control Grids – they are a game changer for any mud issues, big or small! – mudcontrolgrids.com Also be sure to check out Hay Boss Feeders – haybossfeeders.com – for all your slow-feeding needs. I g...
Nov 28, 2025•38 min•Ep. 144
Rehabbing Navicular: A Case Study
Hannah Fox talks about her gelding Leopold, and how she rehabbed him from a damning navicular diagnosis back to soundness and competition - barefoot! Thank you to our amazing sponsors: Cavallo Hoof Boots is offering 15% off a pair of Trek hoof boots at cavallo-inc.com with code HRN A special shout out to Grid as New, Mud Control Grids – they are a game changer for any mud issues, big or small! – mudcontrolgrids.com Also be sure to check out Hay Boss Feeders – haybossfeeders.com – for all your sl...
Nov 14, 2025•28 min•Ep. 143
Barefoot Hoof Rehab
Dave MacDonald talks about how to successfully transition horses from shod to barefoot, and some of the steps owners can take to help hooves handle all kinds of terrain. He also talks about the new Scoot Boot Theraride, which is useful for horses needing extra hoof support when transitioning. For more information, see: https://scootboots.com/products/scootboot-theraride Thank you to our amazing sponsors: Cavallo Hoof Boots is offering 15% off a pair of Trek hoof boots at cavallo-inc.com with cod...
Oct 24, 2025•48 min•Ep. 142
Listening to Your Horse with Dr. Lily Wilson
Dr. Lily Wilson talks about Attuned Assessment, and how noting subtle changes in your horse's behavior, posture, breathing, and expression can help you pinpoint where their pain may be coming from. Thank you to our amazing sponsors: Cavallo Hoof Boots is offering 15% off a pair of Trek hoof boots at cavallo-inc.com with code HRN A special shout out to Grid as New, Mud Control Grids – they are a game changer for any mud issues, big or small! – mudcontrolgrids.com Also be sure to check out Hay Bos...
Oct 10, 2025•47 min•Ep. 141
Fall Laminitis
Dr. Eleanor Kellon, Dr. Fran Rowe, and Dr. Ana Mesa talk about laminitis, how sugars in the grass affect hooves, what the fall means for PPID horses, and more. If you're interested in laminitis research and prevention, you can register for the ECIR No Laminitis Conference taking place in October 2025 at nolaminitis.org ! A special thank you to Mad Barn for sponsoring our sold out Podiatry Clinic next month! Use the code "thehumblehoof" to get 5% off your first order at madbarn.com Thank you to o...
Sep 26, 2025•53 min•Ep. 140
The Latest in Laminitis Research
Dr. Eleanor Kellon and Dr. Kathleen Gustafson discuss some of the latest research into endocrinopathic issues, and briefly touch upon the topics that will be discussed at the 2025 No Laminitis Conference in October 2025. To register for the conference, see nolaminitis.org Thank you to our amazing sponsors: Cavallo Hoof Boots is offering 15% off a pair of Trek hoof boots at cavallo-inc.com with code HRN A special shout out to Grid as New, Mud Control Grids – they are a game changer for any mud is...
Sep 12, 2025•33 min•Ep. 139
Late Summer Hoof Issues: PPID Mini Episode
In the late summer and early fall, some horses seem to have hoof issues "out of nowhere." With no changes to their care, diet, or management, they might have stone bruising and abscessing, hoof sensitivity, chronic thrush or white line disease, and even laminitic issues or founder. Alicia Harlov talks about PPID and its relation to hoof issues going into fall, and options to look into diagnosis and treatment. Thank you to our amazing sponsors: Cavallo Hoof Boots is offering 15% off a pair of Tre...
Aug 22, 2025•21 min•Ep. 138
Hoof Considerations for the "Long Ears"
Carole Herder, founder of Cavallo Hoof Boots, talks about donkey hooves and care, as well as the development of the new Cavallo "Long Eared Boots." Thank you to our amazing sponsors: Cavallo Hoof Boots is offering 15% off a pair of Trek hoof boots at cavallo-inc.com with code HRN A special shout out to Grid as New, Mud Control Grids – they are a game changer for any mud issues, big or small! – mudcontrolgrids.com Also be sure to check out Hay Boss Feeders – haybossfeeders.com – for all your slow...
Aug 08, 2025•48 min•Ep. 137
Laminitis Recovery
Wisconsin-based hoofcare provider Carla Anderson talks about her road to laminitis recovery with her mare Cupcake. Thank you to our amazing sponsors: Cavallo Hoof Boots is offering 15% off a pair of Trek hoof boots at cavallo-inc.com with code HRN A special shout out to Grid as New, Mud Control Grids – they are a game changer for any mud issues, big or small! – mudcontrolgrids.com Also be sure to check out Hay Boss Feeders – haybossfeeders.com – for all your slow-feeding needs. I get my Hay Boss...
Jul 25, 2025•32 min•Ep. 136
Understanding Hoof Radiographs with Dr. Martina Neidhart
Dr. Martina Neidhart talks about how hoofcare providers and horse owners can understand the basics of radiographs and speaking with veterinarians about what they are telling us. Thank you to our amazing sponsors: Cavallo Hoof Boots is offering 15% off a pair of Trek hoof boots at cavallo-inc.com with code HRN A special shout out to Grid as New, Mud Control Grids – they are a game changer for any mud issues, big or small! – mudcontrolgrids.com Also be sure to check out Hay Boss Feeders – haybossf...
Jul 11, 2025•48 min•Ep. 135
Equine Nutrition: Protein and the Hoof
Dr. Eleanor Kellon, Dr. Priska Darani, and Dr. Fran Rowe discuss the topic of amino acids, the building blocks of protein, and what they do for the horse as well as for hoof health. Thank you to our amazing sponsors: Cavallo Hoof Boots is offering 15% off a pair of Trek hoof boots at cavallo-inc.com with code HRN A special shout out to Grid as New, Mud Control Grids – they are a game changer for any mud issues, big or small! – mudcontrolgrids.com Also be sure to check out Hay Boss Feeders – hayb...
Jun 27, 2025•33 min•Ep. 134
Alternative Therapies for Lameness: Acupuncture
Dr. Ralitsa Grancharova-Hill talks about acupuncture for lameness recovery, including what it is, how it might work, and some cases she has used it for. Thank you to our amazing sponsors: Cavallo Hoof Boots is offering 15% off a pair of Trek hoof boots at cavallo-inc.com with code HRN A special shout out to Grid as New, Mud Control Grids – they are a game changer for any mud issues, big or small! – mudcontrolgrids.com Also be sure to check out Hay Boss Feeders – haybossfeeders.com – for all your...
Jun 13, 2025•37 min•Ep. 133
Case Study: High/Low and "Not Quite Right"
Rachel Thompson talks about her success with a severe high/low case, and the interesting journey it took to get feet that were more balanced. Thank you to our amazing sponsors: Cavallo Hoof Boots is offering 15% off a pair of Trek hoof boots at cavallo-inc.com with code HRN A special shout out to Grid as New, Mud Control Grids – they are a game changer for any mud issues, big or small! – mudcontrolgrids.com Also be sure to check out Hay Boss Feeders – haybossfeeders.com – for all your slow-feedi...
May 23, 2025•36 min•Ep. 132
Mystery Lamenesses and Muscle Myopathies with Marion Otto
Marion Otto discusses MIM, muscle myopathies, and what is commonly known as variants of PSSM - how they present, how they are managed, and what that means for these horses' careers. Thank you to our amazing sponsors: Cavallo Hoof Boots is offering 15% off a pair of Trek hoof boots at cavallo-inc.com with code HRN A special shout out to Grid as New, Mud Control Grids – they are a game changer for any mud issues, big or small! – mudcontrolgrids.com Also be sure to check out Hay Boss Feeders – hayb...
May 09, 2025•49 min•Ep. 131
Case Study: A Laminitic Eventer
Frances Hughes and Alicia Harlov talk about a case of laminitis in Frances' personal eventing Holsteiner, and recounts the story from diagnosis to recovery. Thank you to our amazing sponsors: Cavallo Hoof Boots is offering 15% off a pair of Trek hoof boots at cavallo-inc.com with code HRN A special shout out to Grid as New, Mud Control Grids – they are a game changer for any mud issues, big or small! – mudcontrolgrids.com Also be sure to check out Hay Boss Feeders – haybossfeeders.com – for all ...
Apr 25, 2025•33 min•Ep. 130
Dietary Iron and Its Effect on Hooves, with Dr. Kellon, Dr. Rowe, and Dr. Darani
Dr. Eleanor Kellon, Dr. Priska Darani, and Dr. Fran Rowe talk about excessive dietary iron as well as iron overload in horses, its effect on the hoof as well as the entire body, and ways to mitigate problems. Use code "thehumblehoof" at MadBarn.com for 5% off your order! Thank you to our amazing sponsors: Cavallo Hoof Boots is offering 15% off a pair of Trek hoof boots at cavallo-inc.com with code HRN A special shout out to Grid as New, Mud Control Grids – they are a game changer for any mud iss...
Apr 11, 2025•45 min•Ep. 129
Throwback Episode: Are Seasonal Changes Affecting Your Horse?
Kristen Wertz and Rosemary Zwanenburg talk about hoof issues stemming from the sprout of new spring grass this time of year. Thank you to our amazing sponsors: Cavallo Hoof Boots is offering 15% off a pair of Trek hoof boots at cavallo-inc.com with code HRN A special shout out to Grid as New, Mud Control Grids – they are a game changer for any mud issues, big or small! – mudcontrolgrids.com Also be sure to check out Hay Boss Feeders – haybossfeeders.com – for all your slow-feeding needs. I get m...
Mar 28, 2025•1 hr•Ep. 128
Equine Weight and Its Effect on Performance
Emily Elek of Stonewall Ponies chats with me about how she keeps track of the weight on her hunter ponies and horses, and how she sees excess weight affecting performance. We also talk about challenging the notion of "fat is healthy," and ways to feed for fitness without obesity. You can read more at: https://www.theplaidhorse.com/2025/03/09/size-matters-what-does-your-horse-or-pony-weigh/ Thank you to our amazing sponsors: Cavallo Hoof Boots is offering 15% off a pair of Trek hoof boots at cava...
Mar 14, 2025•40 min•Ep. 127
Equine Diet for Healthy Hooves
We all know the phrase "No Hoof, No Horse," so how do we ensure that we are doing all we can to help our horses grow healthy feet? Dr. Priska Darani and Dr. Fran Rowe discuss nutrition and the hoof, dietary help for winter laminitis, and more. For more information, see madbarn.com ; use code “thehumblehoof” for 5% off your first order. Thank you to our amazing sponsors: Cavallo Hoof Boots is offering 15% off a pair of Trek hoof boots at cavallo-inc.com with code HRN A special shout out to Grid a...
Feb 28, 2025•31 min•Ep. 126
Pain Indicators in the Ridden Horse with Dr. Sue Dyson
Dr. Sue Dyson talks about her Ridden Horse Pain Ethogram, and ways we can advocate for horses exhibiting pain behaviors under saddle. For more information, see: 24horsebehaviors.org Thank you to our amazing sponsors: Cavallo Hoof Boots is offering 15% off a pair of Trek hoof boots at cavallo-inc.com with code HRN A special shout out to Grid as New, Mud Control Grids – they are a game changer for any mud issues, big or small! – mudcontrolgrids.com Also be sure to check out Hay Boss Feeders – hayb...
Feb 14, 2025•40 min•Ep. 125
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