In this powerful and emotional biography, we dive deep into the life and journey of Monica Spencer, one of New Zealand’s most inspiring event riders — and a woman who’s redefining what’s possible with a Thoroughbred. 🇳🇿 Monica’s story is more than just an equestrian success tale. It’s about heart over breeding, grit over glamour, and faith over doubt. In a sport increasingly dominated by elite warmbloods, Monica stood her ground — proving that a horse’s worth isn’t written in its pedigree, but

“Howloween”: Costumes and Doorbells and Chocolates, Oh MY!Marty and Laura are joined by Glinda the Good Witch to talk about Halloween and the fun, as well as potential pitfalls, for our pets.“Everybody wants to address their pet up in a cute little costume,” Marty noted. “And you know, some of them are fine and the pets are comfortable in them and they're not scary and they're really cute. And sometimes we're expecting just a little too much of our pets, depending on the pet and what they like.“We

Although the last several years have seen many efforts to increase the sustainability of equine practice, many veterinarians in the trenches are not feeling much change. Read the full article at https://equimanagement.com/industry/tides-of-change-equine-veterinarian-retention/.Mentioned in this episode:EquiManagement on Audio All the articles you have come to love in EquiManagement Magazine are now available in this podcast for free. Each article is released as its own separate episode to make them

The global Pet Care industry is undergoing rapid change this week, shaped by fresh market data, shifting consumer behaviors, and significant disruptions. In the last 48 hours, new research highlights the pet food market’s robust momentum, with its valuation at 128.7 billion dollars in 2024 and a projected growth rate of 6.1 percent annually to 226.5 billion dollars by 2034. Demand for premium, functional, and organic products is driving the surge, particularly among young and urban consumers. Brands

Send us a text In this episode of The Empathetic Trainer Podcast, Barbara O’Brien talks with Rachel Windchaser, author and equine rewilding coach. Rachel runs Winchaser Ranch in Spain, where she cares for a rare herd of Spanish Mustangs. They talk about what it really means to “rewild” — how slowing down, breathing, and paying attention can change the way we connect with horses and with ourselves. Rachel explains the value of touch, rhythm, and trust, and why real horsemanship starts with se...

Discover how technology is transforming pet care. 🐾 In this episode of Unleashed Curiosity, we sit down with Dr. Christie Long, Head of Veterinary Medicine at Modern Animal, to explore how innovation is reshaping veterinary practice, supporting vets, and strengthening the bond between pets and their parents.🎧 From telemedicine to building better workplaces for vets—get a glimpse into the future of veterinary care.💪 Learn more and shop Vital Hip + Joint for Cats and Dogs at

This week on Sit. Stay. Learn., I reviewed a 2022 study by He et al. in Frontiers in Veterinary Science that tested whether umbilical cord-derived mesenchymal stem cells (UC-MSCs) could improve recovery after trochlear groove reconstruction (TGR) in dogs. Ten healthy poodles were divided into treatment and control groups, with UC-MSCs injected intra-articularly on days 0, 7, and 14. The treated dogs showed significantly lower white blood cell and neutrophil counts on days 7 and 21, indicating less

Demand barking is a type of barking that dogs do to get something they want, like a treat, toy, or attention. It happens because we've previously (accidentally) rewarded them for it. So what should you do if your dog is demand barking? In this episode, we talk about: How dogs bark for different reasons, including watchdog barking and barking due to fearWhat demand barking isWhy the phrase "demand barking" is actually a bit of a misnomerWe give examples of demand barking, including when Zazie'...

Coming up this week on Pets Who Thrive Radio. Dr. Todd Cooney joins Tammy to discuss homeopathic remedies for acute animal emergencies. They discuss specific conditions these remedies address, like cuts, labor problems, kennel cough, abscesses, bone fractures, and more, while sharing personal experiences and practical tips for animal care. It’s all this week on Pets Who Thrive Radio with Tammy King!

In this episode, Drs. Kim Allshouse, DVM, and Kyle Clark, VMD, joined us to discuss alternative track residencies. Both guests gained experience in general practice before deciding to specialize. After being out of academia for years, they each decided to pursue an alternative track residency while continuing to practice.In the episode, both veterinarians describe their biggest challenges with pursuing a residency while working full-time, as well as their favorite things about the experience.The

Kitty Wellness Weekly is the podcast devoted to helping cat lovers and new pet parents navigate the world of feline health with science-backed tips and approachable advice. Led by a team of veterinary experts and passionate cat enthusiasts, each episode helps listeners turn cat care from confusing and stressful into easy, rewarding routines any household can keep up.Nutrition is a star topic on Kitty Wellness Weekly. The hosts break down how kittens benefit from meals rich in protein and calories to

LubriSynHA Family of Products was one of our Unobtanium sponsors for UPDIF 2024. Dre and Jack are joined by Lauren Fraizer, of LubriSyn, to discuss the origins and benefits of LubriSyn Hyluronic Acid. It gets interesting as Jack and Dre both share personal success stories with the product. This is a can't miss episode.

In this episode, Mike and Rami sit down with Dr. Jennifer Brown of Florida Task Force 2 and the FEMA Incident Support Team (IST). Jen shares her remarkable journey from working as an equine surgeon to becoming a canine sports medicine and rehabilitation veterinarian.She offers insight into the development of her working Labrador breeding program, discussing what it takes to produce dogs capable of excelling not only in Urban Search and Rescue (USAR) but across various working and performance

Send us a text Halloween can be a real nightmare for pets - but don't worry, the Feces & Laughter crew has your back! Amanda and Dr. Olson are sharing pet-friendly tips for surviving spooky season: safe costumes, treat warnings, decoration dangers, and a little myth-busting about black cats and dogs. And don't miss your chance to enter our Howloween Costume Contest! Nothing says "good boy" like a glow-in-the-dark bat costume and a shot at internet fame. Stay in the loop with D...

In this special Q&A edition of The Consult Room, I’m joined by my producer and veterinary nurse, Annie Clark, as we answer your pet health questions; from itchy paws to tear stains, insurance dilemmas to grief, and everything in between.Every year at Crufts and across social media, I’m sent hundreds of questions from pet owners, so in this episode, we’re dedicating the mic to you - our listeners.From behaviour and wellness to end-of-life care and first-time ownership, it’s an honest look at the

#957B: Paulina and Andi Canalizo are “tied at the hip” sisters who do unique dog portrait sketches from their signature angle — from below the chin! They are bringing their @the.dogObsession [https://www.instagram.com/the.dogobsession/?hl=en] skill to the Pooch & Pussy Cat Party to celebrate the premieres of the NY Dog and NY Cat Film Festivals.

#957A: Jonny Maderson, the co-director of the charming documentary “Hustle & Run” in the NY Dog Film Festival, talks about the sport of Flyball as either “the F1 of dog sports or a posh game of fetch,” as his film follows a ragtag team of whippet owners who go after the biggest brass ring in the dog show world at Crufts.

What does your clinic call the first 90 days of employment? A probationary period, onboarding, or something else? This week on The Veterinary Viewfinder, Dr. Ernie Ward and Beckie Mossor, MPA, RVT, challenge one of the most ingrained (and, according to our hosts, outdated) terms and concepts in veterinary employment: the “90-day probation.”Dr. Ward and Beckie unpack the emotional, legal, and psychological implications of labeling new hires as being “on probation.” They explore how the language

What to listen for:“Search and rescue work is the volunteer profession that you pay to do and is one of the most stressful things you can ever do, because somebody else's life could depend on what you're doing.”In part 2 of their conversation with Steve White, Robin Greubel and Stacy Barnett ask about the development of Hydrated Intensive Tracking (HIT), which evolved from experiments with scent-in-a-bottle methods.Steve’s breakthrough came at a U.S. Police Canine Association seminar when