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Dr. Saundra Tenbroek, of the University of Florida, shares tips on handling the spring breeding  season.  We take a bit of a dive into hormones, share some odd stallion quirks and decides when it works to breed on foal heat.  Plus, the very important need for Casanova stallions.

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Dr. Saundra TenBroek, from the University of Florida, and first time guest to the show, shares her advice on deworming horses with science and biology in mind.  We've learned a lot over the years, and your parasite control program may look a bit different than it did a few years ago.  Find out which  horses may not need to be dewormed as much as we used to, and how to find out for yourself!

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The last we had heard from Dr. Carey Williams, Pinky (of many podcasts fame) was retiring to be a broodmare.  In this episode, we contrast the English and Western world in breeding, shows and all things young horses.  And we get introduced to Palmer, who has of course been injured since taping this episode!

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Young Horse Show Series

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Dr. Carey Williams, Rutgers University and Dr. Amy Burk, University of Maryland, share the current knowledge, or lack thereof, of a tricky disorder cropping up with more frequency - fecal water syndrome.  Changes in weather, stress or forage types may all contribute to this unique disorder and the solution may be as hard to pin down as the cause.  If you are plagued with fecal water syndrome, you aren't alone!

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Christy Landwehr, the Chief Executive Officer of the Certified Horsemanship Association joins us to discuss exactly what CHA is, how instructors are certified and why you should be looking for a CHA certified instructor in your area.  Already an instructor?  Take it to the next level with CHA! Plus she shares all the great educational materials they have available to the public. If you didn't know about CHA  - you should!

For more information: Certified Horsemanship Association

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Owner and breeder Katie Lindahl shares the story of her journey to success in stepping into barrel horse futurities.  She shares how she got started, what makes a good futurity horse, and helps a non-barrel horse person learn the lingo of the industry.

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National Barrel Horse Association

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Joel McQuagge, of the University of Florida shares his knowledge that comes with 30+ years of riding young horses, teaching students and custom saddle making.  Joel's vast experience on both sides of the saddle (using and making) provide insight on how to select the best saddle and evaluate its fit on your horse.  We even throw in some thoughts on saddle pads, girths and more!

For more information on saddle selection: Selecting a saddle

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Dr. Michelle Coleman, DVM and assistant professor in Large Animal Internal Medicine at Texas A&M discusses a peculiar and sometimes serious upper respiratory disease found primarily in a particular section of Texas.  Dr. Coleman shares what is currently known as well as what isn't in cicatrix.

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Conan Asmussen, who rode across the United States from Canada to Mexico at age 10, shares how long distance riding is a family tradition.  Join us to learn how horses and humans survive on trails that end in 800 miles!  A fascinating peek into long distance riding with horses and the unique bond that creates.

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Dr. Carissa Wickens and guests Hanna and Kristen DiFranco share their personal stories of EOTRH - Equine Odontoclastic Tooth Resorption Hypercementosis.  Now that's a mouthful, and literally is not a mouth full for their horses. Learn the signs of what may be impending tooth trouble and how even with no teeth, horses can lead happy, healthy lives.