Stall and Stable Podcast

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Do as I say, not as I do.

“I really should have fenced off that rock. I knew it when we cleared the lot for horses, and I’ve kept a mental sticky note since then that I should do something about it–at some point.”

Ooops. Too late.

This episode takes listeners through Helena’s journey with Clarabelle; from the day of the accident to the day this episode airs. From a seemingly small cut on a cannon bone, to three surgeries and over 30 days in the hospital. Find out why distal limb wounds are a risk no horse owner should take on, and what, exactly, happened that turned a simple cut into a financial mess. Listen in!

For More Information:

Equine Distal Limb Wounds: New and Emerging Treatments (PDF)

Biomechanics of Wound Healing in an Equine Limb Model

Basic Wound Management – Backcountry Horsemen of Montana

Manuka Honey

Klebsiella spp

Bortadella spp

Antimicrobial Resistance in Bacteria Isolated from Diseased Horses (Abstract)

Tufts Hospital for Large Animals

Standing Surgery for Horses

Leg Protection for Your Horse

The following photos show part of the story. Starting at left, this was 5 days after initial injury on Sept. 12th. The area of the wound is twice the size as when it first happened. The second photo was taken on September 15 after the vet did the first debridement. The last photo is what it looked like on September 20th, about a week before she went to the hospital.

In episode 2 of Stall and Stable West, Tara Tibbetts talks about how her barn setup in north Texas is a multi-tasking, home barn that can accommodate much of what horses need. From stalls that are big enough for her show hunter princess Coco, to run-outs that are ideal for rehab (did you know that horse’s often hurt themselves?) and fencing that has proven safe and effective in the region for decades. Get to know Tara better, how her background influences the way she keeps her horses, and perhaps some inspiration for your own backyard barn. Listen in!

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“I’d rather get something of super high quality done in a day with a few horses than a little bit done with a lot of horses.”

The way we keep horses is changing. As technology and research discover more things about horses that help us humans understand their needs better, our farms, barns, and methods need to shift a bit in order to leverage this new information so we keep our horses happy and sound far longer than in another time in history.

Positive reinforcement training is more than just shaping behaviors – it’s rooted in the principle that our work with horses must center around what is best for the horse. Today’s guest is Jessie Hillegas, warmblood breeder, R+ trainer, and owner of Edgewood Stable in Williamsport, PA. Jessie is also a driving force behind Shawna Karrasch Equine – the gold standard in positive reinforcement training for horses. Helena and Jessie talk about how Jessie keeps her high-level horses safe and happy while still ensuring their innate needs as horses are met. Listen in!

For more information:

Jessie Hillegas / Edgewood Stable

Shawna Karrasch Equine, Positive Reinforcement Training

Stall and Stable Consulting

Group Housing Benefits in Raising Young Horses

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Investing in your farm is usually a multi-step process that often happens after your business has been up and running for a while. But finding the cash reserves to buy that manure spreader, run-in sheds for your pastures, upgrade your fencing, or install new footing in your arena, is a real challenge for most small business owners. That’s where #microloans come in. Today’s guest is financing expert and Stall and Stable consultant, Buck Harris. Buck and Helena explain the SBA’s microloan program, the pros and cons of the program, and what these loans are best used for. Think footing, fencing, equipment, marketing, and even staff…so listen in!!

For more information:

U.S. Small Business Administration Microloan Program

Stall and Stable Financial Package for Horse Businesses

Stall and Stable Business Model Planner

Business or Barn Consulting