We had the privilege of talking to Dr. Raquel Butler from Integrative Veterinary Therapeutics. Raquel is an absolute wealth of knowledge in the industry, having initially trained as a veterinarian before immersing herself in equine bodywork and biomechanics. In this episode we talk about the role of functional posture how it goes hand in hand with soundness.

Find out more about Raquel on Facebook: Integrative Veterinary Therapeutics

Website: https://integratedvettherapeutics.mykajabi.com

Learning to ride as an adult is harder than you think! This episode delves into the unique challenges faced by adults learning to ride horses. In this episode, we engage in a conversation with Sam McGilvray, unraveling her journey into horsemanship. Sam shares her experience and frustrations of navigating the world of riding, offering insights into self-discovery and some of life's lessons.

In this episode, we have the privilege of chatting with Dr. Lizzie McCready, a dedicated veterinarian on a mission to enhance the lives of animals everywhere. With a passion for ongoing learning and a heart for the equestrian community, Dr. McCready is committed to sharing her veterinary expertise to positively impact horses. She's all about empowering everyday horse owners with practical skills and invaluable horse-health knowledge, enabling them to provide the best possible care for their horses.

In this episode Kat and Shelley reflect on what their highlights and learnings from 2023 were.

2023 was full of lots of insightful conversations and clinics and 2024 will no doubt be the same ❤️

Dr. Sue Dyson is a well-known veterinarian and researcher in the field of equine health and welfare, particularly in the area of lameness and poor performance in performance horses. She has made significant contributions to the understanding of pain and discomfort in ridden horses.

We could say that this is an inspirational story of how Kate Nipperess, former jockey, returned to riding after a track work fall left her a paraplegic. But Kate is more than this. She is a wealth of knowledge about horses, especially thoroughbreds and how understanding their racing experiences can help you transition them off the track.

You can follow Kate on instagram: @katenipperess

You can help support Kate on her quest to get to the para-olympics by adding to her Go Fund Me campaign: https://www.gofundme.com/f/please-help-me-fund-my-paralympic-campaign

In this episode, we delve into the world of float loading, training, and safe driving with horses on board. Float loading is something that should be easy and lets us get out and about and see the world with our horses, but often this isn’t the case. Kat and Shelley touch on the many different aspect of towing a float with horses and options to make things a little smoother.

In this engaging podcast episode featuring renowned farrier Daisy Bicking, delve into the captivating world of equine hoof care. Discover the pivotal role of hoof angles and their profound influence on your horse's well-being. Daisy Bicking's expertise shines as she unravels the mysteries behind the significance of hoof angles, sharing insights that every horse owner needs to know. With her wealth of experience, she provides valuable guidance on how maintaining proper hoof angles can transform your horse's overall health and performance.

After many years of nagging Kat & Shelley finally managed to get Dr Heidi McGrath on the podcast. Heidi is an incredible asset to the equine industry. She is a veterinarian with a passion for podiatry and lameness while understanding the importance of looking at the whole animal.

Lisa Agius-Gilibert from The Glorious Hoof provides hoof care services in the Hawkesbury region of New South Wales.

In this episode Kat and Lisa combine their expert insights into hooves and we talk a lot about laminitis and the connection between the gut and hoof health.

For more information about Lisa: www.theglorioushoof.com.au