Scoop & Scale: An Equine Podcast (Mostly) About Nutrition

Dr. Clair Thunes and Jill Jackson
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Scoop & Scale: An Equine Podcast (Mostly) About Nutrition

Dr. Clair Thunes and Jill Jackson dish up the science and weigh the facts about equine nutrition, horse care, and industry topics.

  1. APR 14

    Ep. 46: The Power Of Grazing Muzzles

    Grazing muzzles are extremely valuable tools when needing to regulate a horse’s pasture intake. However, many horse owners feel guilty about the prospect of turning their horse out in a grazing muzzle. In this episode Jill and Clair explain the benefits of grazing muzzles and why they can improve your horse's quality of life. We dive into: - how much grazing muzzles reduce grass consumption - choosing the right type of muzzle - proper fitting techniques, - how to introduce i...

    58 min

  2. MAR 31

    Ep. 45: Pasture Management and Rotational Grazing

    Having pasture for horses is considered by many to be the horse's ideal living situation. But it's not as simple as just putting your horse in the pasture and walking away if you want not only your horse to thrive but your pasture to as well. Quality pasture takes active management and is a constant balance of gazing, resting, weeding, mucking and more. If you are thinking of creating healthy thriving pastures or feel like you are losing the war against weeds, tune in. In this episode w...

    1h 6m

  3. MAR 17

    Ep. 44: Understanding PSSM1: Nutritional Management for Your Horse

    Tying-up is a muscle condition in horses that has long plagued owners. From random one off episodes on warm sunny days to recurrent ones during exercise tying-up can result from many causes. Some, like Polysaccharide Storage Myopathy (PSSM1) are the result of a genetic condition that affects muscle metabolism, leading to muscle stiffness and pain. In this episode we discuss: - what defines recurrent tying-up - causes and symptoms of tying-up -breeds affected by PSSM 1 -how to test for PSSM 1 ...

    46 min

  4. MAR 3

    Ep. 43: Sustainable Practices for Managing Mud and Manure

    Whether the result of heavy rain or snow melt, this time of year many horse facilities are struggling with mud. In this episode we explore practical tips and expert insights on managing mud and manure on your horse property. From improving facility drainage and minimizing mud in high-traffic areas to creating clean, dry spaces where your horses can eat and relax, we've got you covered. This week’s special guest Alayne Blickle from Horses for Clean Water joins Dr. Clair and Jill and shares her...

    55 min

  5. FEB 17

    Ep. 42: Feeding for Fertility: The Role of Diet in Horse Breeding Success

    Proper nutrition is critical for successful horse reproduction. Mares require a balanced diet with adequate energy, protein, vitamins and minerals to support optimal reproductive function. During pregnancy, nutritional demands increase although not as much as many people believe. The greatest nutritional demands are during lactation. Research shows that the mare's diet during conception can impact the future health and athletic ability of her foal. Stallions also require a balanced diet...

    54 min

  6. FEB 3

    Ep. 41: Hoof Health: Navigating Winter Challenges

    Winter months can be tough on hooves! Whether you're battling mud, snow, freezing temperatures, or dealing with hoof conditions like laminitis and thrush, we've got you covered. Join us for an expert-led discussion featuring Dr. Sammy Pittman, DVM an equine podiatry specialist, as we explore practical tips and solutions for winter hoof care. Whether your version of winter is warm and wet or snow and ice, Dr. Pittman shares practical advice on how to keep your horse's hooves in great shape thi...

    1h 17m

  7. JAN 20

    Ep. 40: Surviving in the Cold: Horse Feeding and Management for Winter

    Severe winter weather always raises concerns among horse owners regarding the management of various cold weather challenges and the proper care of their horses. What counts as severe depends on where you live but no matter the location the biggest concerns tend to relate colic risk and weight loss. In this episode we discuss: how to keep your horses hydrated when their water is freezingwhether feeding more hay or grain is best to maintain body condition in cold weatherthe importance of ...

    56 min

  8. JAN 6

    Ep. 39: How to Conduct a Basic Diet Assessment on Your Horse

    With your horse's estimated body weight and condition score in hand you now have what you need to move on towards assessing their diet. In this episode we discuss: how to determine what your horse's minimum forage intake should be each dayhow to determine their actual forage intakethe importance of weighing everything that you are feeding your horsehow to use the feeding directions on bagged feed along with body weight and condition to determine if you are feeding the correct kind of concentr...

    32 min
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