Hoof to Horse Academy Podcast

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Hoof to Horse Academy Podcast

The Hoof to Horse Podcast explores hoof health through the lens of the whole horse. In each episode, we discuss the connections between hooves, movement, nutrition, environment, and overall equine wellbeing.Hosted by the team behind Hoof to Horse Academy, the podcast brings together barefoot trimmers, nutrition professionals, and equine experts who share insights from their daily work with horses. Through real cases, practical observations, and thoughtful discussion, we aim to help horse owners and professionals better understand what healthy horses truly need.Our focus is always on welfare-first, horse-centered management, recognizing that hooves don't exist in isolation - they reflect the health of the entire horse.Whether you're a horse owner wanting to understand your horse better, or an equine professional looking to deepen your knowledge, this podcast offers practical insights to support healthier, sounder horses.

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    Horse First, Rider Second: Ethics in Hoof Rehab

    What does it really mean to put the horse first? In this episode, we're digging into one of the most uncomfortable, but necessary, conversations in hoof care: Are our performance goals ever coming at the expense of the horse's long-term soundness or well-being? Hoof protection can be a great tool to help horses regain hoof health and soundness in the rehab process, but it can also mask issues brewing under the surface and keep some horses performing at higher levels than they should be. Using hoof protection solely to promote performance can have far-reaching consequences for your horse's health. It's important to learn how to ask the right questions about your horse's management so that you can make better decisions to safeguard their soundness, not just in the short term, but for years to come.  True equine stewardship isn't just about what works now, it's about what's right for the horse long-term. 🎧 Listen to the full episode to learn more about hoof care ethics, the gray areas even hoof care professionals have to navigate, and how to advocate for your horse with confidence.

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

The Hoof to Horse Podcast explores hoof health through the lens of the whole horse. In each episode, we discuss the connections between hooves, movement, nutrition, environment, and overall equine wellbeing.Hosted by the team behind Hoof to Horse Academy, the podcast brings together barefoot trimmers, nutrition professionals, and equine experts who share insights from their daily work with horses. Through real cases, practical observations, and thoughtful discussion, we aim to help horse owners and professionals better understand what healthy horses truly need.Our focus is always on welfare-first, horse-centered management, recognizing that hooves don't exist in isolation - they reflect the health of the entire horse.Whether you're a horse owner wanting to understand your horse better, or an equine professional looking to deepen your knowledge, this podcast offers practical insights to support healthier, sounder horses.

HOSTED BY

Alicia Harlov, Lisa Agius-Gilibert, Rebecca Bawn, Kathryn Christieson

Produced by Satu Vainikka

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