The Enlightened Equine Podcast

Episode 20: Come join us!

Steve decided it was time to (briefly) describe what happens at the Comprehensive Hoof Care Workshop [https://enlightenedequineworkshops.com/description/] in some detail, so in this episode, he goes through the entire schedule and talks about most everything that happens during the Workshop.

Episode 19: Can you hear me now?

In this episode, Steve leads off with a bit of ranting about the idea of a lack of respect for the hoof care provider, including an anecdote about possibly the worst offender he's yet experienced. He then goes on to talk about sheared heels, and how they often relate to a misunderstanding of what a properly-balanced hoof actually looks like versus how balance is often taught. From there, the discussion then details visual and auditory methods of identifying whether or not a foot is properly balanced while the horse is moving. There are also some audio examples of landings.

Episode 18: Give me a break(over)...

After a couple of news items and some reminiscing about past success stories, Steve discusses the idea of breakover: what can, and cannot, be done to successfully affect the time it takes for the horse's foot to leave the ground.

Episode 17: The Realities of Horseshoes - Part 2

Steve continues his discussion of the positive and negative aspects of horseshoes, including correction and enhancement, and explains why - all considered - horseshoes aren't really the better option for your horse.

Episode 16: The Realities of Horseshoes - Part 1

Steve weighs in on the advantages - real and alleged - of horseshoes, and explains what actually can, and can't, be accomplished with them. He also discusses lacks in the typical farrier's education, as described by Dr. Deb Bennett, and finishes up with talking about the idea of horseshoes providing protection to the horse's foot.