Pulling shoes on horses can be so much more than just "pulling shoes" if we want them to be comfortable long term. Hoofcare providers Jen Rakas, Sara Hunt, and Anna Drabble talk about tips and advice for helping the barefoot transition to be a successful one that keep the horse comfortable and the owner prepared for what to expect.  Thank you to our amazing sponsors: Equithrive offers supplements for everything from metabolic health to joint support – get 20% off your first order at equithrive.com with code HUMBLEHOOF Cavallo Hoof Boots is offering 20% off a pair of Trek hoof boots at cavallo-inc.com with code HRN And special shout out to Grid as New, Mud Control Grids – they are a game changer for any mud issues, big or small! – mudcontrolgrids.com

Tips for a Successful Barefoot Transition, Sponsored by Equithrive

The Humble Hoof is a podcast for both horse owners and equine professionals, offering discussions into various philosophies on the health of the hoof and soundness of your horse. Each episode we will explore either a topic in regards to the hoof, such as laminitis or navicular, or focus on an interview with a professional in the hoofcare world- whether it's a farrier, trimmer, vet, bodyworker, etc.Please check us out on Facebook, or at thehumblehoof.com.

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Rosemary Zwanenburg and Kristen Wertz discusses symptoms we see in horses' movement, comfort, and hoof health when dealing with seasonal changes from grass or excess sugar.  Thank you to our amazing sponsors: Equithrive offers supplements for everything from metabolic health to joint support – get 20% off your first order at equithrive.com with code HUMBLEHOOF Cavallo Hoof Boots is offering 20% off a pair of Trek hoof boots at cavallo-inc.com with code HRN A special shout out to Grid as New, Mud Control Grids – they are a game changer for any mud issues, big or small! – mudcontrolgrids.com Also be sure to check out Hay Boss Feeders – haybossfeeders.com – for all your slow-feeding needs. I get my Hay Boss feeders from Mountain Lane Farm in NH!

Are Seasonal Changes Affect Your Horse's Hooves?, Sponsored by Equithrive

Amy Dell-Anthony talks about practical ways to manage "mud season" to keep horses and hooves healthy. We also discuss mud on track systems, and the pros and cons to having the horses out during the wettest seasons of the year.  Thank you to our amazing sponsors: Equithrive offers supplements for everything from metabolic health to joint support – get 20% off your first order at equithrive.com with code HUMBLEHOOF Cavallo Hoof Boots is offering 20% off a pair of Trek hoof boots at cavallo-inc.com with code HRN A special shout out to Grid as New, Mud Control Grids – they are a game changer for any mud issues, big or small! – mudcontrolgrids.com Also be sure to check out Hay Boss Feeders – haybossfeeders.com – for all your slow-feeding needs. I get my Hay Boss feeders from Mountain Lane Farm in NH!

Managing Mud and Hooves, by Equithrive

The age-old stereotype of "horrible OTTB feet" is heard all over the hoof side of social media and beyond. Kate Anderson challenges the idea of bad thoroughbred feet by rehabbing TBs on a 2500 acre property in Wyoming. She talks about diet, movement, and more.  Thank you to our amazing sponsors: Equithrive offers supplements for everything from metabolic health to joint support – get 20% off your first order at equithrive.com with code HUMBLEHOOF Cavallo Hoof Boots is offering 20% off a pair of Trek hoof boots at cavallo-inc.com with code HRN A special shout out to Grid as New, Mud Control Grids – they are a game changer for any mud issues, big or small! – mudcontrolgrids.com Also be sure to check out Hay Boss Feeders – haybossfeeders.com – for all your slow-feeding needs. I get my Hay Boss feeders from Mountain Lane Farm in NH!

Off-the-Track Thoroughbred Feet: Genetics or Environment? By Equithrive

In this NRHA Reining podcast, we will chat about how to get to utilize the NRHA Novice Horse division.  We will chat with NRHA Professional and 2023 NRHA World Champion Peter DeFreitas to find out more. We will also have our new NRHA Commissioner on the show Billy Smith to discuss the direction that the NRHA is headed. Episode 3386 Links:Link to sound file for the hearing impairedHosts of the NRHA Monthly Episode: Christy Landwehr and Sara Honegger of the NRHATitle Sponsor:  National Reining Horse AssociationGuest: Billy Smith, NRHA Commissioner​Guest:  Peter DeFreitas, DeFreitas Performance Horses
Time Stamps: 07:30 - Billy Smith 21:35 - Peter DeFreitas, NRHA Novice Horse Program

How to Get Your Horse Started in Reining - NRHA Novice Horse Classes, for March 14, 2024 - HORSES IN THE MORNING

One difficult issue hoofcare providers struggle with is how can we advocate best for the horses in our care, while also managing expectations for their owners and riders? Kendra Skorstad and I talk about the ethical considerations and implications involved with working on lameness cases and hoof rehab clients. This is a candid, off-the-cuff conversation that asks more questions than gives answers, but gives a sneak peak into the hoofcare provider's daily thought process.  Thank you to our amazing sponsors: Equithrive offers supplements for everything from metabolic health to joint support – get 20% off your first order at equithrive.com with code HUMBLEHOOF Cavallo Hoof Boots is offering 20% off a pair of Trek hoof boots at cavallo-inc.com with code HRN A special shout out to Grid as New, Mud Control Grids – they are a game changer for any mud issues, big or small! – mudcontrolgrids.com Also be sure to check out Hay Boss Feeders – haybossfeeders.com – for all your slow-feeding needs. I get my Hay Boss feeders from Mountain Lane Farm in NH!

Tips for a Successful Barefoot Transition, Sponsored by Equithrive

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