Ep. 54: Understanding Pasture Grass Sugar Levels — The Long and the Short of It with the Equine, PhD

by Clair Thunes | Jul 21, 2025 | Dr. Clair Thunes, Dr. Michelle DeBoer, Equine Nutrition, Equine, PhD, Grass Height, Laminitis, NSC (non-structural carbohydrates), Pasture Management, Podcast, PPID

 Is short grass really sweeter? Is tall grass actually safer for metabolic horses? Or have we been grazing on myths?  In this powerful, research-backed episode, we sit down with Dr. Michelle DeBoer ofEquine, PhD, the voice behind the viral post that ignited over 1,500...

Ep. 53: The Forage Based Diet Trend: What You’re Probably Already Doing Right

by Clair Thunes | Jul 7, 2025 | Carb Free, Dr. Clair Thunes, Equine Nutrition, Forage, Forage Based, Grain Free, Podcast

Lately, we’ve noticed a growing number of horse owners online seeking advice on how to feed “forage-based” diets. But are they already doing this without realizing?  In this episode, we dig into: – what constitutes a forage-based diet and how to know if...

Ep. 46: The Power Of Grazing Muzzles

by Jill Jackson | Apr 14, 2025 | Dr. Clair Thunes, Equine Nutrition, Grazing Muzzles, Podcast, Slow Feeders

  Grazing muzzles are extremely valuable tools when needing to regulate a horse’s pasture intake. However, many horse owners feel guilty about the prospect of turning their horse out in a grazing muzzle. In this episode Jill and Clair explain the benefits of...

Ep. 45: Pasture Management and Rotational Grazing

by Jill Jackson | Mar 31, 2025 | Dr. Clair Thunes, Equine Nutrition, Forage, Laura Kenny, Pasture Management, Podcast, Rotational Grazing

    Having pasture for horses is considered by many to be the horse’s ideal living situation. But it’s not as simple as just putting your horse in the pasture and walking away if you want not only your horse to thrive but your pasture to as well.  Quality...

Ep. 43: Sustainable Practices for Managing Mud and Manure

by Jill Jackson | Mar 3, 2025 | Dr. Clair Thunes, Equine Nutrition, Horses For Clean Water, Mud Management, Pasture Management, Podcast

    Whether the result of heavy rain or snow melt, this time of year many horse facilities are struggling with mud. In this episode we explore practical tips and expert insights on managing mud and manure on your horse property. From improving facility drainage and...

Ep. 40: Surviving in the Cold: Horse Feeding and Management for Winter

by Jill Jackson | Jan 20, 2025 | Cold Weather Horse Management, Dr. Clair Thunes, Equine Nutrition, Forage, Horse Nutrition Basics, Podcast

Severe winter weather always raises concerns among horse owners regarding the management of various cold weather challenges and the proper care of their horses.  What counts as severe depends on where you live but no matter the location the biggest concerns tend to...