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The Stable Management Podcast brings you a real-world look into the areas of horse farm management that you love (or hate!) most, such as stall bedding, farm equipment, and pasture maintenance. During each bi-monthly episode, we’ll be joined by an expert guest who shares their experiences with and perspectives on an important stable management topic.
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In this episode, Theresa Beachler, DVM, PhD, Dipl. ACT, assistant professor at Iowa State University's College of Veterinary Medicine in Ames, describes common problems barn managers should be aware of during late equine gestation and foaling. She explains the most common threats to mare and foal health and how you can help ensure a safe and successful foaling season.GUESTS AND LINKS - EPISODE 41:Host: Hailey Pfeffer (Kerstetter)Guest: Dr. Theresa Beachler, DVM, PhD, Dipl. ACT, assistant professor at Iowa State University's College of Veterinary Medicine in AmesPlease visit our sponsors, who makes all this possible: Ask TheHorse Live, USRider Equestrian
In this episode, Shannon Pratt-Phillips, MS, PhD, PAS, Dipl. ACAS, professor at North Carolina State University's College of Veterinary Medicine, in Raleigh, explains the ins and outs of feeding easy-keeping horses. She describes the unique nutritional needs of these types of horses, why they might be at a higher risk of metabolic problems, and common feeding mistakes owners make with these animals.GUESTS AND LINKS - EPISODE 39:Host: Hailey Pfeffer (Kerstetter)Guest: Shannon Pratt-Phillips, MS, PhD, PAS, Dipl. ACAS, professor at North Carolina State University's College of Veterinary MedicinePlease visit our sponsors, who makes all this possible: Ask TheHorse Live
In this episode Laura Patterson, DVM, PhD, aPAS, Dipl. ACAS, of Long Island University's College of Veterinary Medicine in Brookville, New York, explains the importance of appropriate ventilation in the barn during winter. She describes common threats to horse respiratory health due to poor ventilation and how to improve ventilation in your barn during winter. She shares her winter ventilation checklist for ensuring your barn air quality stays healthy for both horses and humans.GUESTS AND LINKS - EPISODE 39:Host: Hailey Pfeffer (Kerstetter)Guest: Dr. Laura Patterson, DVM, PhD, aPAS, Dipl. ACAS, of Long Island University's College of Veterinary Medicine in Brookville, New YorkPlease visit our sponsors, who makes all this possible: Ask TheHorse Live
In this episode, Juliet Getty, PhD, of Getty Equine Nutrition explains the importance of keeping horses properly hydrated during winter. She shares tips and tricks for encouraging horses to drink during the colder months, the risks of dehydration in horses during winter, and how to reduce ice build-up in your horse's water buckets and troughs. Dr. Juliet Getty has a Resource Library on her website, www.gettyequinenutrition.com, where you'll find a wealth of nutrition information, to help your horses live healthier and more vibrant lives.GUESTS AND LINKS - EPISODE 38:Host: Hailey Pfeffer (Kerstetter)Guest: Juliet Getty, Ph.D. Equine Nutritionist of Getty Equine NutritionPlease visit our sponsors, who makes all this possible: Ask TheHorse Live
In this episode, Linda Royer of Farm and Ranch Equine Design explains how to build or renovate a barn to ensure it's safe for horses and humans. She describes budget-friendly building materials, how to choose an efficient barn layout, and how to prioritize building projects around the barn.GUESTS AND LINKS - EPISODE 37:Host: Hailey KerstetterGuest: Linda Royer of Farm and Ranch Equine Design | FacebookPlease visit our sponsors, who makes all this possible: US Rider, Ask TheHorse Live
In this episode, Kristi Seymour, LPC, MBA, of The Equestrian Mind, discusses burnout and work-life balance in the equine industry. She explains the common signs of burnout and how to prevent it, why equestrians are prone to burnout, and how to maintain boundaries and a work-life balance.GUESTS AND LINKS - EPISODE 36:Host: Hailey KerstetterGuest: Kristi Seymour, The Equestrian MindPlease visit our sponsors, who makes all this possible: US Rider, Ask TheHorse Live
In this episode, Cade Torcivia, VMD, MS, of the University of Pennsylvania's New Bolton Center, in Kennett Square, Pennsylvania explains how horses communicate with humans and other horses using body language. They describe common signs a horse is stressed or in pain, what humans can learn from watching horses interact in a group, and how humans can respond appropriately to horses that show signs of stress or pain.GUESTS AND LINKS - EPISODE 35:Host: Hailey KerstetterGuest: Dr. Cade Torcivia, VMD, MS, of the University of Pennsylvania's New Bolton CenterPlease visit our sponsor, who makes all this possible: Ask TheHorse Live
In this episode, Caitrin Lowndes, MVB, of the University of Pennsylvania's School of Veterinary Medicine, in Kennett Square, explains PPID, EMS, and ID and how they differ. She describes common signs of metabolic problems in horses, how veterinarians diagnose horses with these conditions, and the role of diet in managing them.GUESTS AND LINKS - EPISODE 34:Host: Hailey KerstetterGuest: Dr. Caitrin LowndesPlease visit our sponsor, who makes all this possible: U.S. Rider, Home - USRider Equestrian Motor Plan
In this episode, Shawna Karrasch and Jessie Hillegas of Shawna Karrasch Equine explain equine welfare-friendly ways to introduce horses to unfamiliar or spooky stimuli. They discuss what desensitization means in the context of horse training, the process of introducing a horse to something they perceive as dangerous or frightening, and the importance of timing and human body language during this process.GUESTS AND LINKS - EPISODE 33:Host: Hailey KerstetterGuest: Shawna Karrasch and Jessie Hillegas of Shawna Karrasch Equine | Facebook | InstagramPlease visit our sponsor, who makes all this possible: Ask TheHorse Live
In this episode, Tom Keene, former agronomy specialist at the University of Kentucky, in Lexington, explains the purpose of a hay analysis and how to interpret it when feeding your horse. He describes how region or season might affect hay nutrient levels, how often you should test your hay, and how a hay analysis can help you feed horses with special needs.GUESTS AND LINKS - EPISODE 32:Host: Hailey KerstetterGuest: Tom Keene, former agronomy specialist at the University of Kentucky, in LexingtonPlease visit our sponsor, who makes all this possible: Spalding Fly Predators
In this episode, Sarah Colmer, VMD, Dipl. ACVIM, of the University of Pennsylvania's New Bolton Center, in Kennett Square, explains everything horse owners and barn managers need to know about equine protozoal myeloencephalitis (EPM). She describes how horses contract EPM, clinical signs that horse owners should be on the lookout for, and treatment and prognosis for infected horses.GUESTS AND LINKS - EPISODE 31:Host: Hailey KerstetterGuest: Dr. Sarah Colmer, VMD, Dipl. ACVIMPlease visit our sponsor, who makes all this possible: Ask TheHorse Live
In this episode, Steve Adair, MS, DVM, Dipl. ACVS, ACVSMR, CERP, of the University of Tennessee, in Knoxville, discusses common injuries and conditions that require a horse to undergo rehabilitation and how he creates a successful rehab plan. He explains how to effectively communicate with and manage expectations of all involved in a horse's rehab, handling the noncompliant patient, and how he uses tools such as the underwater treadmill and pulsed electromagnetic field therapy as part of a complete rehab program.GUESTS AND LINKS - EPISODE 30:Host: Hailey KerstetterGuest: Dr. Steve Adair of Equine Performance & Rehabilitation, College of Veterinary Medicine | Connect with Dr. Adair on FacebookPlease visit our sponsor, who makes all this possible: Ask TheHorse Live
In this episode, Alayne Blickle of Horses for Clean Water, returns to discuss the importance of composting on horse farms. She explains how farm owners can get started with composting, tips and tricks for successful composting, and uses for compost around the farm.GUESTS AND LINKS - EPISODE 29:Host: Hailey KerstetterGuest: Alayne Blickle of Horses for Clean WaterPlease visit our sponsor, who makes all this possible: Purina Animal Nutrition, US Rider
In this episode, Rachel Mottet, PhD, of Legacy Equine Nutrition in Ocala, Florida, describes the importance of the gut microbiome for overall horse health and how owners and barn managers can maintain their animal's gut microbiome health. She explains how diet can support the gut microbiome, the negative effects of feed and management changes on the microbiome, and one thing she wishes everyone knew about the equine gut microbiome.GUESTS AND LINKS - EPISODE 28:Host: Hailey KerstetterGuest: Rachel Mottet, PhD of Legacy Equine Nutrition | Facebook - Legacy Equine Nutrition | Equine Nutrition Education (group)Please visit our sponsor, who makes all this possible: Purina Animal Nutrition
In this episode, Emil Spadone, owner of Redfield Farm in Califon, New Jersey and Ocala, Florida, and Horseflight in Califon, New Jersey, and Wellington, Florida discusses how he developed a successful equine business and shares his advise for those hoping to own their own and run their own business. He discusses early business challenges, managing his passion for horses with the demands of running a business, and the importance of having a knowledgeable and reliable staff.GUESTS AND LINKS - EPISODE 27:Host: Hailey KerstetterGuest: Emil Spadone of Worldwide Horse Shipping / Horseflight®, Redfield Farm | Facebook - HorseFlight | Califon NJ, Redfield Farms | Instagram - Redfield Farm (@redfieldfarms), Horseflight (@horseflight) , Emil Spadone (@emilspadone)Please visit our sponsor, who makes all this possible: RIDE TV
In this episode, Lee McKeever, show barn manager at Castle Hill Farm in Brewster, New York, and Wellington, Florida, shares his best tips for travelling with horses and caring for them on the road. He explains how he ensures horses stay hydrated during transit and in new environments, managing horses that can be nervous in new environements, and creating a travel schedule with the horses' health and well-being in mind.GUESTS AND LINKS - EPISODE 26:Host: Hailey KerstetterGuest: Lee McKeever | Follow Lee: Facebook | Instagram (@Lee.Mckeever.9)Please visit our sponsor, who makes all this possible: USRider Equestrian Motor Plan
In this episode, Erica Jacquay, PhD, assistant professor of equine studies at Midway University, in Kentucky, discusses what you need to know about safely trailering your horse as show season begins. She explains correct loading and unloading practices, keeping your horses safe and minimizing stress during transit, and key aspects of routine trailer maintenance. GUESTS AND LINKS - EPISODE 25:Host: Hailey KerstetterGuest: Erica Jacquay, PhDLink: A survey of general road transportation: How and why horses are transported in the U.S - PubMed Link: Age-Related Differences in Short-Term Transportation Stress Responses of Horses - PubMed Please visit our sponsor, who makes all this possible: USRider Equestrian Motor Plan
In this episode, Lance Yohe, CJF, farrier at the University of California Davis veterinary hospital's large animal clinic explains what horse owners and barn managers need to know about horse hoof health and working with a farrier. He describes the importance of regular hoof care, identifying and managing common hoof problems, and improving your horse's hoof health.GUESTS AND LINKS - EPISODE 24:Host: Hailey KerstetterGuest: Lance Yohe, CJFPlease visit our sponsor, who makes all this possible: US Rider
In this episode, Tanja Bornmann, owner of Academic Equitation in Canada, explains what researchers know about how horses perceive humans and what humans can do to better understand their horses. She describes how horses react to specific human facial expressions and vocal tones, whether horses can demonstrate preferences in their life and work, and common misconceptions regarding the horse-human interaction.GUESTS AND LINKS - EPISODE 23:Host: Hailey KerstetterGuest: Tanja Bornmann of Academic Equitation | FacebookPlease visit our sponsor, who makes all this possible: US Rider
In this episode, Carey Williams, PhD, equine extension specialist and professor at Rutgers University in New Brunswick, New Jersey, explains the problems, dangers, and horse health concerns associated with mud on horse farms. She also describes how barn managers can prevent or minimize mud occurrence, the importance of resting pastures (and how to do this, even on small acreage), and how to prepare pastures for spring.GUESTS AND LINKS - EPISODE 22:Host: Hailey KerstetterGuest: Dr. Carey Williams, Rutgers Equine Science Center | New Brunswick NJ Please visit our sponsor, who makes all this possible: Calxequin
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