The Humble Hoof

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Safer Grazing for Horses with Cherrie Nolden, Sponsored by Equithrive Jun 09, 2023

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Grazing horses safely can take a lot more than just tossing horses out on grass. How do we know if the grass is safe, how can we minimize risk for laminitis, and how can we ensure our land and horses stay as healthy as possible in the process?

Cherrie Nolden discusses this and more.

Thank you to our amazing sponsors:

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What We Know About DSLD May 26, 2023

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As a hoofcare provider, seeing a horse with DSLD is one of the most heartbreaking things to deal with. These horses often slowly decline in comfort, and it can feel helpless trying to figure out a way to slow this progression. For years I’ve been wanting to do a podcast episode with a veterinarian about DSLD, but had a hard time finding someone willing or with expertise in this area. Until now!

Dr. Sabrina Brounts has spent significant time studying tendon and ligament damage and repair, and now has harnessed her focus on DSLD. I reached out to her to chat about this condition, why the name change to ESPA hasn’t stuck, past, current, and future diagnostics and treatments, and more!

A special shout out 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 wi is offering 20% off a pair of Trek hoof boots at cavallo-inc.com with code HRN

The Body’s Role in High/Low Hooves May 12, 2023

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I have been on a bit of a “bodywork” kick lately, just noting how important the whole body is in what we as hoofcare providers see when coming to the feet. Some problems that we might blame on conformation, or “just how the horse is,” might actually resolve with properly addressing issues higher up. We can’t get stuck just looking at the feet!

Christy DiColla, an equine sports therapist, travels across the States working on seriously hardworking horses… so when she told me that she sees some common issues in these horses that have been affecting their feet, I knew I had to chat with her!

In this episode we talk about a handful of things, but spend a bit of time on high/low hooves and where at least part of this issue may lie.

A special shout out 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

Case Study: Navicular with Collateral Ligament Damage, Sponsored by Equithrive Apr 28, 2023

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Tayla Pierce-Hart discusses her journey to rehab with her horse Frankie, diagnosed with navicular and collateral ligament damage, with a vet suggestion of euthanasia. Tayla discusses the avenues they tried to get him sound, and what eventually allowed Frankie to go back in work full time.

Thank you to our sponsors:

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Finding Unity in the Horse with Saxon Alexandra, Sponsored by EquiThrive Apr 14, 2023

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Structural integration involves working with the fascial connections in a horse to help address movement and soundness issues with the goal of solid improvement that doesn't need continued therapy. Saxon Alexandra, a structural integration therapist based out of New England, talks about what Structural Integration is and how it can benefit horses and people.

For more info, see:

https://www.actualityequine.org/Saxon

https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=208022701624285&set=a.204612515298637&type=3

https://www.facebook.com/SportsPhysiotherapyStefanDuell/posts/4806579956068859

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Managing Foal Feet with Kirsten Proctor, Sponsored by Equithrive Mar 24, 2023

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We can influence foal conformation and development long term by how we trim their feet - whether that's good or bad! I speak with Kirsten Proctor, hoofcare provider in upstate NY, about when we should first see foals for hoofcare, and how to set them up long term for success.

Thank you to our sponsors:

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Horse Track Systems with Amy Dell-Anthony, Sponsored by Equithrive Mar 10, 2023

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Amy Dell-Anthony of Abbotts View Track Livery talks about what track systems are, how to practically start one, and the benefits we see in horses and their hooves when living on a track.

For more information, check out Amy's book "Horse Track Systems" on Amazon worldwide.

Thank you to our sponsors:

Use code HUMBLEHOOF for 20% off your first order at equithrive.com

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A Horse's Shock Absorber: The Digital Cushion, sponsored by EquiThrive Feb 24, 2023

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Dr. Sharon Warner talks about her PhD research into the digital cushion in various species, how it functions, and what it is made up of. We also talk about equine biomechanics, and whether the digital cushion can regenerate. Note that at 18:53, Sharon meant to say "retracted" and not protracted.

Thank you to our sponsors!: Use code HUMBLEHOOF for 20% off your first order at equithrive.com

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The Beginnings of a Lameness Rehab Facility - Sponsored by Equithrive Feb 10, 2023

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Mollie Murphy and Humble Hoof host Alicia Harlov talk about the new Humble Hoof Rehab Facility - the inspiration behind it, how Alicia and her husband found the property, what it took to get there, and also what the rehab facility is all about. They chat about the rehab approach taken at the property, and what kind of cases may benefit the most from this kind of facility.

For more info: thehumblehoof.com

Thank you to our sponsors!: Use code HUMBLEHOOF for 20% off at equithrive.com

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Back to Horses After Injury Jan 27, 2023

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When you have a career with horses, it can be life-altering to get injured. At the least, it can mean unpaid time off work to recover, and at the worst, it can mean the end to your career. So how do you cope, physically and emotionally, after a tragic event? Heather Wu, a hoofcare provider in KY, talks about her serious car accident that affected her ability to live and work for 6+ months. We talk about how she got through the recovery both mentally and physically, and what kept her going.

Thank you to Cavallo for being a sponsor! Use the code "HRN" at cavallo-inc.com to receive 20% off a pair of Trek hoof boots.

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