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In this episode, Dr. Brian Nielsen, of Michigan State University shares what 35 years of being in the "research business" have taught him to spotting bad science. Don't worry, science is still good - we just need to know what to look out for!

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In this episode, Dr. Tania Cubitt, of Performance Horse Nutrition, returns to take a deeper dive into a topic we brought up at our live taping at the Equine Science Society meetings in Fort Collins, Colorado.  We provide owners strategies on how exactly to "do your own research" and explain what types of information are out there.  So listen to this buyer beware episode!

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In this episode, we again visit some abstracts from the Equine Science Symposium, this time with Dr. Sara Mastellar, Associate Professor of the Ohio State Agriculture and  Technology Institute.  While tradition may say feeding twice a day is best, what does the data really say?

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In this episode, Dr. Colleen Brady and Dr. Camie Heleski share their thoughts on what horses really need to make them happy.  We discuss whether we even know if a horse is happy, and how much time does a horse need to feel just okay.  This one gives you a lot to think about.

Interested in learning more about horse emotion: Check out RAiSE: Recognizing Affective States in Horses.

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Dr. Danielle Smarsh from Penn State University, shares some new research from Kentucky Equine Research that finally settles all arguments on proper ways to cooll of horses.  Using imbedded microchips, researchers tried all the ways - now you can learn the absolute best ways to cool your hot horse.

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Cooling research from KER

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In this special episode, we chat with members of the Equine Science Society, about their favorite abstracts presented at the graduate and undergraduate student competition.  Join Dr. Brian Nielsen from Michigan State University as we chat about salt, Dr. Burt Staniar, from Penn State University whose love of fiber is easily apparent, and Dr. Tania Cubitt, from Performance Horse Nutrition as we discuss how to interpret research.  Don't miss the ins and outs of horse research!

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In this episode, Robyn Stewart, the county extension coordinator for the Northwest District for the University of Georgia Extension Service, shares the story of Web and his journey through losing his eye.  We talk about how Web adapted, and how Robyn made the tough decision to remove his eye.

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In this episode, Danette McGuire, executive director of the American Youth Horse Council (AYHC), Dr. Karen Warner, president of AYHC and Dr. Kathy Anderson, member of Extension Horses and extension specialist at University of Nebraska, share what this unique organization offers to those helping kids.  This non-profit is dedicated to providing educational resources to adults which work with horse crazy kids regardless of breed, discipline or age!  Learn what resources are available and how to join in with the best youth education network in the country!

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Dr. Bob Coleman, University of Kentucky Extension Specialist explains there is more to it than price per bale.  Economical horse owners need to shop smart to avoid paying more for hay than they need to!  Unless of course you want to be able to lift and stack those bales - then just expect to pay more!

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In this unique episode, Laura Kenny Penn State extension educator and owner of Frankie, our Standardbred broke to ride at age 21, and Dr. Kelsey Jurek, board certified surgeon and assistant professor at Oregon State University College of Veterinary Medicine educate us on keratomas!  These benign tumors are found within the hoof, but are a real pain for the horse and owner alike!  Learn how they are treated, and how to keep a 25 year old horse happy with stall rest!