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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. Intro/Outro Song Credit: b song by Sa ...
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Beth Lynn Lewis and Cristina Winemiller chat about considerations for owners and hoofcare providers to keep ourselves safe and healthy while working on hooves in the hot weather. Thank you to our amazing sponsors: Equithrive offers supplements for everything from metabolic health to joint support – get 20% off your first order at equithrive.com wit…
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Gut Health and Hoof Health, by Equithrive
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Dr. Ethan Romas-Hill talks about factors that affect gut health, and potential links to hoof comfort and health. Thank you to our amazing sponsors: Equithrive offers supplements for everything from metabolic health to joint support – get 20% off your first order at equithrive.com with code HUMBLEHOOF Cavallo Hoof Boots is offering 20% off a pair of…
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Farming Practices and Horse Health: A Vet's Experience, by Equithrive
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Dr. Elizabeth Hilborn, author of "Restoring Eden," talks about her experience with pesticides and their effect on her farm, wildlife, and horses in her care - including the potential effects she noticed in their hooves. Thank you to our amazing sponsors: Equithrive offers supplements for everything from metabolic health to joint support – get 20% o…
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Throwback Episode: Thrush, Sponsored by Equithrive
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A throwback on a previous conversation with Sam Austin on what thrush is, what causes it, and how we can treat it. Also included is dialogue with Joe Sexton, a microbiologist. Thank you to our amazing sponsors: Equithrive offers supplements for everything from metabolic health to joint support – get 20% off your first order at equithrive.com with c…
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Feral Vs Domestic Hooves with Bonny Mealand by Equithrive
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We have heard the arguments about how we can't compare domestic horse hooves to feral hooves because they lives such different lives and have different expectations. Is this true that we can't compare? Bonny Mealand talks about the hooves of free living equines and some major differences she notices in horses that are sound out "in the wild." Thank…
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Are Seasonal Changes Affect Your Horse's Hooves?, Sponsored by Equithrive
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Rosemary Zwanenburg and Kristen Wertz discusses symptoms we see in horses' movement, comfort, and hoof health when dealing with seasonal changes from grass or excess sugar. Thank you to our amazing sponsors: Equithrive offers supplements for everything from metabolic health to joint support – get 20% off your first order at equithrive.com with code…
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Amy Dell-Anthony talks about practical ways to manage "mud season" to keep horses and hooves healthy. We also discuss mud on track systems, and the pros and cons to having the horses out during the wettest seasons of the year. Thank you to our amazing sponsors: Equithrive offers supplements for everything from metabolic health to joint support – ge…
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Off-the-Track Thoroughbred Feet: Genetics or Environment? By Equithrive
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The age-old stereotype of "horrible OTTB feet" is heard all over the hoof side of social media and beyond. Kate Anderson challenges the idea of bad thoroughbred feet by rehabbing TBs on a 2500 acre property in Wyoming. She talks about diet, movement, and more. Thank you to our amazing sponsors: Equithrive offers supplements for everything from meta…
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Ethical Considerations in Working on Lameness Cases with Kendra Skorstad, by Equithrive
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One difficult issue hoofcare providers struggle with is how can we advocate best for the horses in our care, while also managing expectations for their owners and riders? Kendra Skorstad and I talk about the ethical considerations and implications involved with working on lameness cases and hoof rehab clients. This is a candid, off-the-cuff convers…
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The Pros and Cons of Stall Rest, Sponsored by Equithrive
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Dr. Martina Neidhart talks about what happens to a horse's soft tissue and joints when on stall rest - and when it is warranted and when we should maybe push for a different approach for rehab. Thank you to our amazing sponsors: Equithrive offers supplements for everything from metabolic health to joint support – get 20% off your first order at equ…
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Knowing What's In Your Hay with Ellington King, by Equithrive
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One of the largest contributors to a healthy hoof is a healthy diet. Ellington King of Equi-Analytical discusses how to know what is in your hay, how to test your hay, and the different options available. Thank you to our amazing sponsors: Equithrive offers supplements for everything from metabolic health to joint support – get 20% off your first o…
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Hoof "Balance" with Dr. Jenny Hagen, by Equithrive
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Dr. Jenny Hagen talks about how what we do to the foot affects a horse's soft tissue, joints, and movement. Thank you to our amazing sponsors: Equithrive offers supplements for everything from metabolic health to joint support – get 20% off your first order at equithrive.com with code HUMBLEHOOF Cavallo Hoof Boots is offering 20% off a pair of Trek…
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Throwback Episode: DDFT Tears and Navicular Bone Damage, by Equithrive
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In this throwback episode, Alicia talks about what got her into hoofcare - her mustang gelding Vinnie and his various navicular-related pathologies - and what his rehab to comfort looked like. Thank you to our amazing sponsors: Equithrive offers supplements for everything from metabolic health to joint support – get 20% off your first order at equi…
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Lameness Rehab: More than Just Handwalking with Dr. Sherry Johnson, by Equithrive
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Dr. Sherry Johnson talks about working together as a team on a lameness case, what kinds of exercises can be of benefit, and things to consider when bringing a horse back into work to prevent reinjury. Thank you to our amazing sponsors: Equithrive offers supplements for everything from metabolic health to joint support – get 20% off your first orde…
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Rehabbing Hoof Canker with Dr. Frank Reilly, Sponsored by Equithrive
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Dr. Frank Reilly talks about causes of canker, and his process for rehabbing it and preventing recurrence. For more information see: equinemedsurg.com Thank you to our amazing sponsors: Equithrive offers supplements for everything from metabolic health to joint support – get 20% off your first order at equithrive.com with code HUMBLEHOOF Cavallo Ho…
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Tips for a Successful Barefoot Transition, Sponsored by Equithrive
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Pulling shoes on horses can be so much more than just "pulling shoes" if we want them to be comfortable long term. Hoofcare providers Jen Rakas, Sara Hunt, and Anna Drabble talk about tips and advice for helping the barefoot transition to be a successful one that keep the horse comfortable and the owner prepared for what to expect. Thank you to our…
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Laminitis: Myth-Busting and Fact-Checking with Dr. Andrew Van Eps, by Equithrive
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Dr. Van Eps discusses myths and misunderstandings about laminitis diagnosis, treatment, and prevention. To reach out to Dr. Van Eps or look into donating to laminitis research, visit: https://www.vet.upenn.edu/research/academic-departments/clinical-studies-new-bolton-center/centers-laboratories/van-eps-laminitis-laboratory Thank you to our amazing …
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Throwback Episode: Saving the Laminae, Sponsored by Equithrive
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Originally published in 2019, this episode includes a conversation with Dr. Andrew Van Eps about the three main causes of laminitis as well as their treatment. Dr. Van Eps will also be on the next podcast episode with updated research from the last 4 years on laminitis treatment and prevention. Thank you to our amazing sponsors: Equithrive offers s…
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Advancements in Laminitis Research with Dr. David Rendle, Sponsored by Equithrive
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David Rendle, president of BEVA, talks about the latest in laminitis treatment research and new medications that are showing great promise. To contact, reach out to: daverendle@me.com Thank you to our amazing sponsors: Equithrive offers supplements for everything from metabolic health to joint support – get 20% off your first order at equithrive.co…
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Bernie Harberts talks about his cross country treks on his mules, along with how he handled their hoofcare and hoof booting. Look out for his memoir "Two Mules to Triumph" about his adventures! For more info, see: riverearth.com Thank you to our amazing sponsors: Equithrive offers supplements for everything from metabolic health to joint support – …
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Equine Euthanasia: Knowing When It's Time with Dr. Sara Cook, Sponsored by Equithrive
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Deciding when to euthanize in cases of lameness or chronic pain is never an easy decision. Dr. Sara Cook of Black Brook Veterinary Services talks about guidelines for making this choice, and how to know when it might be the kindest option for your equine companion. Thank you to our amazing sponsors: Equithrive offers supplements for everything from…
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Throwback Episode: When The Job Wears Us Out
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Originally published in 2021, this episode include Dr. Jenny Susser, Kendra Skorstad, and Sydney Kotow, all talking about burn out and compassion fatigue in equine professionals. Thank you to our amazing sponsors: Equithrive offers supplements for everything from metabolic health to joint support – get 20% off your first order at equithrive.com wit…
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White Line Disease with Travis Burns, Sponsored by Equithrive
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White Line Disease can wreak havoc on a horse's hoof capsule. Travis Burns talks about what it is, what might contribute to its development, and common treatments. Thank you to our amazing sponsors: Equithrive offers supplements for everything from metabolic health to joint support – get 20% off your first order at equithrive.com with code HUMBLEHO…
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Evidence-Based Hoofcare Choices with Pat Reilly, by Equithrive
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One of the hardest things to know is if what we are doing for the horse is the right thing for that current situation at that current time. Hoofcare choices can depend on many different factors - so how do we know if we are taking them all into consideration to ultimately help the horse? Pat Reilly, Chief of Farrier Services at New Bolton Center in…
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Laminitis Rehab: A Case Study with Daisy Bicking, by EquiThrive
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Daisy Bicking talks about a laminitis case study that wasn't doing well at home, despite the perfect diet and a dry lot. Daisy discusses how the management was adjusted so that this horse began thriving and is now back in ridden work, even after years of laminitic setbacks! Thank you to our amazing sponsors: Equithrive offers supplements for everyt…
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