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Kris Hiney

Equine academic professionals from across the country share their personal knowledge of all things horse to help you become a better owner.

  1. 1 DAY AGO

    Purpose Before Perfection: The story of personal growth as a rodeo queen

    Send us a text Join Dr. Krishona Martinson and her daughter Montana Martinson in this episode that reveals the depth behind the crown.  Montana shares how her rodeo queen duties and aspirations are helping to transform her into a confident professional, and mom Krishona agrees!

    31 min

  2. 23 JAN

    Slobbers: The story of it may be a bigger deal than you think

    Send us a text In this episode, Dr. Krishona Martinson shares her personal story of changing her mind about how big a deal slobbers really is.  An unseen mold in legumes can cause big headaches, and owners need to be aware of risks, and how to manage properly to reduce the chance that your horse can be severely affected.

    29 min

  3. 13 JAN

    Stepping down: The story of letting go professionally to have fun as a amateur

    Send us a text Dr. Craig Wood with the University of Kentucky discusses his recent decision to retire from the judging and professional horseman world. A respected judge, Dr. Wood decided he wanted to have fun for himself for a change and focus on showing in his "golden" years.

    30 min

  4. 15/12/2025

    It's Time: The story of preparing for the upcoming breeding season

    Send us a text In this wide ranging episode, Dr. Reed Holyoak, theriogenologist with Oklahoma State University College of Veterinary Medicine, discusses preparing for the breeding season.  But we go way beyond turn the lights on to discussing microbiome, genetics and uterine biopsies.  Join us for this episode where even experienced breeders can gain new insight! Nutritional considerations for broodmares Reproductive management of the mare

    51 min

  5. 08/12/2025

    Equine Herpes Virus Outbreak: The story on how to keep events safe and moving forward

    Send us a text Dr. Betsy Greene, Extension Specialist at the University of Arizona, and Dr. Christina Brownlee, University of Arizona College of Veterinary Medicine, discuss the recent EHV-1/EHM outbreak in southern barrel horses and roping horses.  We discuss best practices and how this outbreak may be unique. For more information: Equine Disease Communication Center.

    36 min

  6. 25/11/2025

    Horse Shopping: The story of taking your time to find your perfect fit

    Send us a text In this episode, recent horse shoppers Robyn Stewart from the University of Georgia Extension, and Dr. Kathy Anderson with the University of Nebraska-Lincoln,  share how they found their new equine partner.  From savvy shopping to kicking some tires (or hooves), the key to finding a new horse - don't be in a rush! Extension Horses Caveat Emptor – Let the buyer beware: How to Avoid Mistakes When Buying a Horse

    39 min

  7. 05/11/2025

    4-H for the Win: The Story of How Participating in 4-H Activities Can Impact Young Lives

    Send us a text Kyla Szemplinski, county extension agent for Shelby County and the University of Tennessee and her all star 4-H member, Serenity Green, join us to discuss the many benefits of 4-H on shaping young people's lives.

    24 min

  8. 24/10/2025

    New World Screw Worm: The story of an old foe trying to make a return

    Send us a text Dr. Ron Gill with Texas Agrilife, helps to alleviate some of the fears horse owners may be feeling with the news of New World Screwworm making a journey northward. Good news - most likely we just need to keep doing what we have always been doing - monitoring our horses and treating wounds like normal.

    32 min
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Equine academic professionals from across the country share their personal knowledge of all things horse to help you become a better owner.

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  • Creator
    Kris Hiney
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2026
  • Episodes
    181
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Tack Box Talk
  • Show Website
    Tack Box Talk

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