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EP 20: Equine Lameness for the Layman

Equine Lameness for the Layman

Is he off? He feels a little offfffff.

Our guest this week is Dr. Bob Grisel, DVM, an equine lameness specialist and author of the book, Equine Lameness for the Layman; a must-have book for any serious horseman’s library. With a helpful glossary of technical terms, lots of illustrations, and the brilliant use of QR codes and videos that complement specific sections of text, you will really appreciate the in-depth knowledge that Dr. Grisel’s book literally puts in your lap.

“It’s very, very, rare that you would see a horse just decide they want to be naughty under saddle when otherwise they’ve been fine.”

We talk with Dr. Grisel in this episode about ways in which we can better observe our horses to catch lameness issues as early as possible, which can help us actually improve our horses’ long term health, soundness, and wellbeing.

Dr. Grisel helps Helena with some next steps as she endeavors to find out what’s making her new TB mare shake her head and trip behind. Listen in!

G. Robert Grisel, DVM

 

 

In the Middle are the Horsemen
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EP 19: In the Middle with Tik Maynard

Wouldn’t it be great if every barn could have it’s own little library in the tack room, stocked with books old and new about horses and horsemanship?

Our lives are so overrun by digital media these days, that it can be overwhelming. Yeah, doing a Google search to find out more about a health or training issue is definitely a blessing, but the internet is terribly distracting, which makes absorbing and experiencing the content different than when one reads a book. Working with our friends at Trafalgar Square Publishing, the Harris clan is building up our library of treasured reading material. The first new book in our updated library is already a favorite: In the Middle are the Horseman, by Tik Maynard. It is a fantastic read!

Tik began riding with the Vancouver Pony Club in British Columbia. After achieving his ‘A’ rating, he began competing in Modern Pentathlon, where he represented Canada at three World Championships, and the 2007 Pan– American Games. In 2008, Tik began a unique journey in order to improve his riding, as well as to reset his personal compass. At the age of 26, his journey as a working student took him from Canada to Germany, Florida, Texas, and New Jersey – all in search of a learning experience from the best in equestrian sports. Along the way, he discovered something more important: horsemanship.

Tik joins Helena in this episode to talk about some of those experiences and how they translate to modern horsemanship for both the pleasure rider and the competitive equestrian. Listen in!

 

Small challenges like this make riding – and show prep – fun!

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Watermelon cubes
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EP 18: Keeping Your Horse Comfortable in Hot Weather

Horses have a great internal system for regulating their body temperatures when they’re at liberty, but sometimes we need to help them find ways to stay cool and comfortable on the hottest of days. In this episode, we share 10 tips for cooling off those hot ponies. Listen in!

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Manure Pile
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EP 17: Manure Management for the Small Horse Property

If you are plagued by a growing manure pile and no solid plan for disposal, you’ll appreciate today’s chat about ideas that can relieve your manure pile stress. In this episode, Helena welcomes back her horse husband, Buck, and they discuss some of the more popular options for manure management and removal, what they tend to cost, as well as the pros and cons of each. What did the Harrises choose for their small horse property? Listen in to find out!

Can you afford a composting system, manure spreader, or dump trailer? Use the Stall and Stable Financial Planner to find out!
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From this episode:

  • Manure Spreader – as narrow as 4’ wide 
    • Available in a stainless steel body (impervious to urine and moisture)
    • Start at $3,000
    • Can handle 1-4 wheelbarrow loads
    • Tow with lawn tractor or ATV
    • Need more than 3 acres to be useful
  • Composting System
    • Low cost or no cost to set up
    • Requires time to manage (turn, aerate, process, move)
    • Makes awesome compost that you could sell
    • Takes up more space than you think
    • Flies still an issue
    • Disposal/disbursement/use still an issue
    • UMass Amherst Composting Page
  • Dumpster 
    • Moderate cost (lowest we could find in New England was $189 / month for a 10 cubic yard dumpster)
    • Removal is low stress
    • Easy to remove, at your interval
    • Ugly
    • Takes up space
    • Unloading a full wheelbarrow into dumpster requires some innovation
    • Wholesale Nationwide Dumpster Rental
  • Removal by 3rd Party
    • High cost
    • Manure pile tends to get very big, drawing flies and taking up valuable space
    • You’re at the mercy of the 3rd party’s schedule
    • The pile must be easy to access with equipment like front-end loader, etc.
  • Dump Trailer
    • High cost
    • Low stress
    • Requires tow vehicle
    • Saves time and space
    • Must be moved when trailer gets full
    • You need a distribution or disposal plan
      • Local dump or transfer station (check your town or city’s Organic Waste Recycling options)
      • Local gardeners/growers who would like to use it
Barn Aisleway Messy
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EP 16: ProBarn Management

Our dreams and realities don’t always match up. While many of us would love to have a stable full of happy, healthy horses, and satisfied boarders, it rarely ever works out the way we imagine it should. That doesn’t mean, however, it can’t be awesome.

In this episode of the Stall and Stable show, Helena is joined by guest, Sheri Grunska, author and owner of ProBarn Management, a stable management consulting firm. Sheri and Helena discuss what kinds of things a boarding business owner needs to consider in order to get the reality a little bit closer to the dream. Listen in!

Are you managing or starting a boarding facility and need some planning advice? There’s plenty of it in the Stall and Stable Business Plan Guide. Whether you are planning a new business or have ideas for strengthening your existing farm, you don’t have to go it alone. A small investment in good advice can make a real difference in your farm’s long-term success!

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