Inside the Horse Brain: How Equine Minds Think, Feel, and React
In this episode Nancy McLean explores Dr. Stephen Peters' book Horse Brain Science, comparing human and equine brain anatomy and function. She explains brain size and cortical folding, then walks thro...
20 Maalis 21min
Horse Brain Science: Rethinking Training with Neuroscience
This episode introduces equine neurobiology through the work of Dr. Stephen Peters, explaining core concepts like neurons, neurotransmitters, neuroplasticity, and how sensory processing affects learni...
7 Maalis 16min
Equine Hoof Trim Research
In this episode Nancy talks about using a grinder for hoof trimming. Ida Hammer teaches online and in person Hoofcare classes. Check her website out at www.mackinawdells2.com
20 Tammi 18min
Steroids and Insulin: The Hidden Trigger of Catastrophic Laminitis
In this episode Nancy McLean checks into recent equine herpes cases and focuses on new research linking corticosteroid (triamcinolone) joint injections to insulin spikes and severe laminitis. They rev...
23 Joulu 202515min
EHV-1 Outbreak Explained: Symptoms, Risks, and What Horse Owners Should Do
This episode breaks down the current EHV-1 (EHM) outbreak in the U.S., covering clinical signs, transmission, and incubation periods. Listeners will learn about vaccine limitations, why quarantine and...
24 Marras 202516min
Knowing When to Let Go: Owners, Vets, and Pain in Aging Horses
Hosts Nancy McLean and Kate Acton discuss a 2025 study on how owner–veterinarian interactions affect recognition and management of pain in horses, using owners’ stories and vets’ perspectives to highl...
18 Loka 202531min
Episode 201 Part 2 of Identifying Effective States of Horses
Nancy and Kate conclude their discussion on the current research and the Flying Lead Change book by Kelly Wendorf. Sign up for the Kelly Wendorf clinic at the InStride episode page link.
15 Elo 202523min
