The Stable Management Podcast

In this episode, Adam D'Agostino, MBA, director of the equestrian program at Alfred University, in New York, shares his top tips for effective client communication. He explains how he sets boundaries with clients, works through problems without confrontation, and how he handles social media within his business.GUESTS AND LINKS - EPISODE 45:Host: Hailey Pfeffer (Kerstetter)Guest: Adam D'Agostino, MBA, Director of the Equestrian Program at Alfred University, in New YorkPlease visit our sponsors, who makes all this possible: Ask TheHorse Live, USRider Equestrian

In this episode, Laurie Lawrence, PhD, professor of equine nutrition at the University of Kentucky, in Lexington, explains the ins and outs of feeding growing horses. She describes the unique nutritional needs of weanlings through two-year-olds, ensuring appropriate vitamin and mineral balances in young horse diets, and how to determine your young horse's body condition score.GUESTS AND LINKS - EPISODE 44:Host: Hailey Pfeffer (Kerstetter)Guest: Laurie Lawrence, PhD, professor of equine nutrition at the University of Kentucky, in LexingtonPlease visit our sponsors, who makes all this possible: Ask TheHorse Live, USRider Equestrian

In this episode Sarah Freeman, BVetMed, PhD, CertVA, Cert VR, CertES, Dipl. ECVS, MRCVS, professor of veterinary surgery at University of Nottingham School of Veterinary Medicine and Science, in Leicestershire, describes the different types of equine colic that barn managers and horse owners need to know. She explains the different treatment and management options for each, how to handle colic situations on the farm, and future research directions. Find the emergency colic plan here: https://www.bhs.org.uk/horse-care-and-welfare/ownership-loaning/equine-care-plan/Other essential colic info covered in this episode can be found here: https://www.bhs.org.uk/horse-care-and-welfare/health-care-management/horse-health/equine-diseases/colic-in-horses/GUESTS AND LINKS - EPISODE 43:Host: Hailey Pfeffer (Kerstetter)Guest: Dr. Sarah Freeman, BVetMed, PhD, CertVA, Cert VR, CertES, Dipl. ECVS, MRCVS, professor of veterinary surgery at University of Nottingham School of Veterinary MedicinePlease visit our sponsors, who makes all this possible: Ask TheHorse Live, USRider Equestrian

In this episode, Jonathan Yardley, DVM, of The Ohio State University in Columbus, explains what barn managers and horse owners need to know about how veterinarians diagnose and treat gastric ulcers in horses. He describes the difference between squamous and glandular ulcers, the importance of an accurate diagnosis, and how management and feeding tactics can support gastric ulcer treatment.GUESTS AND LINKS - EPISODE 42:Host: Hailey Pfeffer (Kerstetter)Guest: Jonathan Yardley, DVM, of The Ohio State University in ColumbusPlease visit our sponsors, who makes all this possible: Ask TheHorse Live, USRider Equestrian

In this episode, Theresa Beachler, DVM, PhD, Dipl. ACT, assistant professor at Iowa State University's College of Veterinary Medicine in Ames, describes common problems barn managers should be aware of during late equine gestation and foaling. She explains the most common threats to mare and foal health and how you can help ensure a safe and successful foaling season.GUESTS AND LINKS - EPISODE 41:Host: Hailey Pfeffer (Kerstetter)Guest: Dr. Theresa Beachler, DVM, PhD, Dipl. ACT, assistant professor at Iowa State University's College of Veterinary Medicine in AmesPlease visit our sponsors, who makes all this possible: Ask TheHorse Live, USRider Equestrian

In this episode, Shannon Pratt-Phillips, MS, PhD, PAS, Dipl. ACAS, professor at North Carolina State University's College of Veterinary Medicine, in Raleigh, explains the ins and outs of feeding easy-keeping horses. She describes the unique nutritional needs of these types of horses, why they might be at a higher risk of metabolic problems, and common feeding mistakes owners make with these animals.GUESTS AND LINKS - EPISODE 39:Host: Hailey Pfeffer (Kerstetter)Guest: Shannon Pratt-Phillips, MS, PhD, PAS, Dipl. ACAS, professor at North Carolina State University's College of Veterinary MedicinePlease visit our sponsors, who makes all this possible: Ask TheHorse Live

In this episode Laura Patterson, DVM, PhD, aPAS, Dipl. ACAS, of Long Island University's College of Veterinary Medicine in Brookville, New York, explains the importance of appropriate ventilation in the barn during winter. She describes common threats to horse respiratory health due to poor ventilation and how to improve ventilation in your barn during winter. She shares her winter ventilation checklist for ensuring your barn air quality stays healthy for both horses and humans.GUESTS AND LINKS - EPISODE 39:Host: Hailey Pfeffer (Kerstetter)Guest: Dr. Laura Patterson, DVM, PhD, aPAS, Dipl. ACAS, of Long Island University's College of Veterinary Medicine in Brookville, New YorkPlease visit our sponsors, who makes all this possible: Ask TheHorse Live

In this episode, Juliet Getty, PhD, of Getty Equine Nutrition explains the importance of keeping horses properly hydrated during winter. She shares tips and tricks for encouraging horses to drink during the colder months, the risks of dehydration in horses during winter, and how to reduce ice build-up in your horse's water buckets and troughs. Dr. Juliet Getty has a Resource Library on her website, www.gettyequinenutrition.com, where you'll find a wealth of nutrition information, to help your horses live healthier and more vibrant lives.GUESTS AND LINKS - EPISODE 38:Host: Hailey Pfeffer (Kerstetter)Guest: Juliet Getty, Ph.D. Equine Nutritionist of Getty Equine NutritionPlease visit our sponsors, who makes all this possible: Ask TheHorse Live

In this episode, Linda Royer of Farm and Ranch Equine Design explains how to build or renovate a barn to ensure it's safe for horses and humans. She describes budget-friendly building materials, how to choose an efficient barn layout, and how to prioritize building projects around the barn.GUESTS AND LINKS - EPISODE 37:Host: Hailey KerstetterGuest: Linda Royer of Farm and Ranch Equine Design | FacebookPlease visit our sponsors, who makes all this possible: US Rider, Ask TheHorse Live

In this episode, Kristi Seymour, LPC, MBA, of The Equestrian Mind, discusses burnout and work-life balance in the equine industry. She explains the common signs of burnout and how to prevent it, why equestrians are prone to burnout, and how to maintain boundaries and a work-life balance.GUESTS AND LINKS - EPISODE 36:Host: Hailey KerstetterGuest: Kristi Seymour, The Equestrian MindPlease visit our sponsors, who makes all this possible: US Rider, Ask TheHorse Live

In this episode, Cade Torcivia, VMD, MS, of the University of Pennsylvania's New Bolton Center, in Kennett Square, Pennsylvania explains how horses communicate with humans and other horses using body language. They describe common signs a horse is stressed or in pain, what humans can learn from watching horses interact in a group, and how humans can respond appropriately to horses that show signs of stress or pain.GUESTS AND LINKS - EPISODE 35:Host: Hailey KerstetterGuest: Dr. Cade Torcivia, VMD, MS, of the University of Pennsylvania's New Bolton CenterPlease visit our sponsor, who makes all this possible: Ask TheHorse Live

In this episode, Caitrin Lowndes, MVB, of the University of Pennsylvania's School of Veterinary Medicine, in Kennett Square, explains PPID, EMS, and ID and how they differ. She describes common signs of metabolic problems in horses, how veterinarians diagnose horses with these conditions, and the role of diet in managing them.GUESTS AND LINKS - EPISODE 34:Host: Hailey KerstetterGuest: Dr. Caitrin LowndesPlease visit our sponsor, who makes all this possible: U.S. Rider, Home - USRider Equestrian Motor Plan

In this episode, Shawna Karrasch and Jessie Hillegas of Shawna Karrasch Equine explain equine welfare-friendly ways to introduce horses to unfamiliar or spooky stimuli. They discuss what desensitization means in the context of horse training, the process of introducing a horse to something they perceive as dangerous or frightening, and the importance of timing and human body language during this process.GUESTS AND LINKS - EPISODE 33:Host: Hailey KerstetterGuest: Shawna Karrasch and Jessie Hillegas of Shawna Karrasch Equine | Facebook | InstagramPlease visit our sponsor, who makes all this possible: Ask TheHorse Live

In this episode, Tom Keene, former agronomy specialist at the University of Kentucky, in Lexington, explains the purpose of a hay analysis and how to interpret it when feeding your horse. He describes how region or season might affect hay nutrient levels, how often you should test your hay, and how a hay analysis can help you feed horses with special needs.GUESTS AND LINKS - EPISODE 32:Host: Hailey KerstetterGuest: Tom Keene, former agronomy specialist at the University of Kentucky, in LexingtonPlease visit our sponsor, who makes all this possible: Spalding Fly Predators

In this episode, Sarah Colmer, VMD, Dipl. ACVIM, of the University of Pennsylvania's New Bolton Center, in Kennett Square, explains everything horse owners and barn managers need to know about equine protozoal myeloencephalitis (EPM). She describes how horses contract EPM, clinical signs that horse owners should be on the lookout for, and treatment and prognosis for infected horses.GUESTS AND LINKS - EPISODE 31:Host: Hailey KerstetterGuest: Dr. Sarah Colmer, VMD, Dipl. ACVIMPlease visit our sponsor, who makes all this possible: Ask TheHorse Live

In this episode, Steve Adair, MS, DVM, Dipl. ACVS, ACVSMR, CERP, of the University of Tennessee, in Knoxville, discusses common injuries and conditions that require a horse to undergo rehabilitation and how he creates a successful rehab plan. He explains how to effectively communicate with and manage expectations of all involved in a horse's rehab, handling the noncompliant patient, and how he uses tools such as the underwater treadmill and pulsed electromagnetic field therapy as part of a complete rehab program.GUESTS AND LINKS - EPISODE 30:Host: Hailey KerstetterGuest: Dr. Steve Adair of Equine Performance & Rehabilitation, College of Veterinary Medicine | Connect with Dr. Adair on FacebookPlease visit our sponsor, who makes all this possible: Ask TheHorse Live

In this episode, Alayne Blickle of Horses for Clean Water, returns to discuss the importance of composting on horse farms. She explains how farm owners can get started with composting, tips and tricks for successful composting, and uses for compost around the farm.GUESTS AND LINKS - EPISODE 29:Host: Hailey KerstetterGuest: Alayne Blickle of Horses for Clean WaterPlease visit our sponsor, who makes all this possible: Purina Animal Nutrition, US Rider