The Stable Management Podcast

In this episode, Taylor Therrien of The Riding Line LLC explains what prospective barn managers should know before running a horse farm. She describes the most misunderstood aspects of farm management, how burnout and a lack of boundaries can negatively affect career longevity, and lessons she learned from her own mistakes.GUESTS AND LINKS - EPISODE 58:Host: Hailey Pfeffer (Kerstetter)Guest: Taylor Therrien, The Riding Line LLC | Facebook | InstagramLink: Horse Radio Network All Shows, Home - Horse Radio NetworkPlease visit our sponsors, who makes all this possible: Ask TheHorse Live

In this episode, Camie Heleski, PhD, of the University of Kentucky, in Lexington, explains how to create a low-stress environment for the horses in your barn. She describes how we can adjust daily practices to reduce horses' stress, using positive reinforcement training when handling horses, and why looking at situations from the horse's perspective can improve equine welfare.GUESTS AND LINKS - EPISODE 57:Host: Hailey Pfeffer (Kerstetter)Guest: Camie Heleski, PhD, of the University of KentuckyLink: Horse Radio Network All Shows, Home - Horse Radio NetworkPlease visit our sponsors, who makes all this possible: Ask TheHorse Live

In this episode, Kyle C. Johnson, DVM, MPH, Dipl. ACVPM, ABVP, Clinical Assistant Professor at Texas A&M University, in College Staton, describes the current New World screwworm (NWS) incursion and how officials are handling it. He explains how horse owners can help prevent the spread of NWS, how to monitor your animals for potential infection, and what level of concern is likely appropriate for horse owners as of the time of recording.GUESTS AND LINKS - EPISODE 56:Host: Hailey Pfeffer (Kerstetter)Guest: Kyle C. Johnson, DVM, MPH, Dipl. ACVPM, ABVP, Clinical Assistant Professor at Texas A&M University, in College Staton | Follow them on Facebook: The Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences (VMBS), Texas A&M Veterinary Emergency Team, The American Board of Veterinary Practitioners (ABVP)Link: Confirmed Detections of New World ScrewwormLink: AAEP Infectious Disease Guidelines: New World ScrewwormLink: Horse Radio Network All Shows, Home - Horse Radio NetworkPlease visit our sponsors, who makes all this possible: Ask TheHorse Live

In this episode, Bethanie Cooper, DVM, of North Carolina State University, in Raleigh, explains how to manage horses with asthma, especially on larger farms with many horses. She describes signs a horse might have asthma, the best feeding and management practices for asthmatic horses, and how to adjust exercise for affected horses.GUESTS AND LINKS - EPISODE 55:Host: Hailey Pfeffer (Kerstetter)Guest: Bethanie Cooper, DVM, of North Carolina State University, in RaleighLink: USRider: Roadside Assistance with Real American Support - USRider Equestrian Motor PlanLink: Horse Radio Network All Shows, Home - Horse Radio NetworkPlease visit our sponsors, who makes all this possible: USRider and Ask TheHorse Live

In this episode, Frank Andrews, DVM, Dipl. ACVIM, professor of equine medicine and director of equine health and sports performance of Louisiana State University, in Baton Rouge, explains how to determine when your horse needs a supplement and how to choose the right one for the individual animal. He describes how to spot high-quality supplement research and the steps to take if you think your horse might benefit from a nutritional supplement.GUESTS AND LINKS - EPISODE 54:Host: Hailey Pfeffer (Kerstetter)Guest: Frank Andrews, DVM, Dipl. ACVIMLink: SmartPak ColiCareLink: Horse Radio Network All Shows, Home - Horse Radio NetworkPlease visit our sponsors, who makes all this possible: SmartPak ColiCare and Ask TheHorse Live

In this episode, Ray Smith, PhD, of the University of Kentucky, in Lexington, explains how you can prepare today for healthy pastures through the fall and even into next spring. He describes common mistakes farm managers might make when caring for horse pastures, why planning ahead is essential for health pastures, and how to help your pastures recover from summer grazing.Find more resources from Smith here:Improving Horse Pastures – simple two-page publication that overview all aspects of pasture management: https://publications.ca.uky.edu/agr-281Establishing Horse Pastures: https://forages.ca.uky.edu/files/establishing_horse_pastures.pdfEstimating Carrying Capacity of Cool-Season Pastures in Kentucky (and all states) using Web Soil Survey: https://forages.ca.uky.edu/files/agr2221.pdfHorse Pasture Management, 2nd Edition, 600pages – Edited by Paul Sharpe (from the publisher: https://shop.elsevier.com/books/horse-pasture-management/sharpe/978-0-323-95084-8University of Kentucky Equine Pasture Website – publications, videos and other useful information: https://forages.mgcafe.uky.edu/equineGUESTS AND LINKS - EPISODE 53:Host: Hailey Pfeffer (Kerstetter)Guest: Dr. Ray Smith, PhD, of the University of Kentucky, in LexingtonLink: Horse Radio Network All Shows, Home - Horse Radio NetworkPlease visit our sponsors, who makes all this possible: Ask TheHorse Live

In this episode, Jenifer Nadeau, PhD, associate professor and equine extension specialist at the University of Connecticut, in Storrs, explains how to maintain your trailer to keep you and your horses safe on the road. She describes how often you should have your trailer taken to a shop for maintenance, how to perform a safety check before loading your horse for a trip, and the importance of proper cleaning following a trip. Learn more here: https://extension.uconn.edu/publication/safely-trailering-and-loading-your-horse/.GUESTS AND LINKS - EPISODE 52:Host: Hailey Pfeffer (Kerstetter)Guest: Jenifer Nadeau, PhD, associate professor and equine extension specialist at the University of Connecticut, in Storrs | Follow Jenifer: Facebook | InstagramLearn more here: Safely Trailering and Loading Your HorseLink: Follow Connecticut Horse Symposium on FacebookLink: Horse Radio Network All Shows, Home - Horse Radio NetworkPlease visit our sponsors, who makes all this possible: Ask TheHorse Live

In this episode, Laura Stevens, Fire Information and Education Program Coordinator with the Texas A&M Forest Service explains how to handle wildfire emergencies when managing horse farms. She describes how to make a wildfire preparedness plan, guidelines for evacuation, and how to landscape around your farm to reduce the risk of wildfires on your property.GUESTS AND LINKS - EPISODE 51:Host: Hailey Pfeffer (Kerstetter)Guest: Laura Stevens, Fire Information and Education Program Coordinator with the Texas A&M Forest ServicePlease visit our sponsors, who makes all this possible: Ask TheHorse Live

In this episode Jarrell Jackson, equine manager with Terry Bradshaw Quarter Horses, explains how he manages a large Quarter Horse farm and breeding facility. He describes his daily routine, how he and his team balance following industry trends with maintaining horse value and longevity, and how he chooses stallion and mare combinations.GUESTS AND LINKS - EPISODE 50:Host: Hailey Pfeffer (Kerstetter)Guest: Jarrell Jackson, equine manager with Terry Bradshaw Quarter HorsesPlease visit our sponsors, who makes all this possible: Ask TheHorse Live

In this episode, Logan Pluhar, Assistant Trainer and Director of Operations with Bud Lyon Performance Horses explains her role in managing a large group of western performance horses. She describes how she has grown into her current role, how she and Bud's team work together to manage each individual horse's needs with the training program, and how preventive care plays a role in keeping their horses healthy and happy.GUESTS AND LINKS - EPISODE 49:Host: Hailey Pfeffer (Kerstetter)Guest: Logan Pluhar, Assistant Trainer and Director of Operations with Bud Lyon Performance HorsesPlease visit our sponsors, who makes all this possible: Ask TheHorse Live