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Ep. 82: Horse Amino Acids: Lysine, Methionine, Threonine & More
What are amino acids, why do they matter, and does your horse actually need an amino acid supplement? In this episode we break down the science behind amino acids, protein quality, muscle development, and the many claims surrounding equine amino acid supplements. You’ll learn: The difference...
Ep. 81: Horse Salt Explained: How Much, What Kind & When to Use Electrolytes
How much salt does your horse really need? Are salt blocks enough? When should you feed electrolytes and do you actually need them if you're already feeding salt? In this episode we answer your biggest questions about horse salt, electrolytes, and hydration, separating fact from fiction with...
Ep. 80: Horse Emergency Preparedness: What Happens When Disaster Strikes
When a wildfire, flood, hurricane, or other disaster threatens your horses, every minute matters. In Part 2 of our disaster preparedness series, we walk through what a real horse evacuation looks like from receiving the first warning to loading horses, navigating chaotic roads, and arriving at an...
Ep. 79: Horse Emergency Preparedness: Evacuation Planning Before Disaster Strikes
Every year, natural disasters force horse owners to make critical decisions with little warning. In Part 1 of this two-part series, we cover the essential steps you can take now to prepare your horses, property, and support network before an emergency happens. In this episode, we discuss:• Why...
Ep. 78: Traveling with Horses: Trailer Safety, Hydration & Biosecurity
Summer means horse shows, trail rides, vacations, and long days on the road with our horses. But are you prepared for the unique challenges that come with trailering horses in hot weather? In this episode we discuss how to keep your horse safe, comfortable, and healthy while traveling during the...
Ep. 77: What’s Really Behind the Cost of Horse Hay?
Hay season is here! While most horse owners focus on buying and feeding hay, few have firsthand experience with what it actually takes to grow, harvest, and store quality horse hay. In this episode, Jill shares her journey from boarding barns in Arizona to purchasing hay in Colorado and ultimately...
Ep. 76: Equine Allergies, Hives & Itchy Skin: What Horse Owners Need to Know
Seasonal itching, hives, and respiratory issues: equine allergies can be frustrating, confusing, and difficult to manage. In this episode we’re joined by special guest Dr. Rosanna Marsella. Dr. Marsella is a board-certified veterinary dermatologist and professor at the University of Florida. She...
Ep. 75: Ration Balancers Explained: The Key to Filling Nutrient Gaps in Your Horse’s Diet
Ration balancers are one of the most commonly recommended feeds in the horse world but what are they really doing, and does your horse actually need one? If your horse is living on pasture or hay looking good and maintaining weight, it’s easy to assume their diet is “complete". In reality, many...
Ep. 74: Foal Nutrition: Feeding for Healthy Growth from Birth to Adolescence
Foal nutrition and young horse development set the foundation for a lifetime of health, soundness, and performance. From birth through weaning and into early training, feeding young horses correctly is critical—but often misunderstood. Nutrition during this stage directly impacts growth, joint...
Ep. 73: Broodmare Nutrition: Why Your Foal’s Health Starts Before Birth
Mare nutrition plays a far bigger role in foal development than most horse owners realize and the science is now showing that what happens during pregnancy can influence a foal for life. In this episode, we break down and explore how broodmare diet shapes foal growth, metabolism, and long-term...