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The Vital Horse Podcast

Nurturing Nature Equine
Horse Posture
Cooperative Care
Horse Health
Needle Shyness
Animal Behavior
Horse Behavior
Animal Welfare
Anxiety In Horses
Pain Management
Health and Wellbeing
Veterinary Care
Horse Owner Relationship
Emotional Well-Being
Horse Training
Equine Behavior
Veterinary Medicine
Horse Welfare
Positive Reinforcement
Veterinary Practices
Pain In Horses

What does horse health and happiness mean and look like? As a vet, I am keen to define and strive for a state of health that is far more than just the absence of disease. Vitality, instead, is my aim - where exuberance, vigour, growth, strength, and energy are words you would use to describe your horse's state. This podcast explores nurturing the innate nature of animals to address the deep roots ... more

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In this episode, I talk about sleep and rest, and how these affect the body, mind, and emotions. I cover why horses might have reduced sleep and rest amount or quality, and the toll this can take on them. I give you some things to observe in your own... more

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In this episode, I talk about posture as both an indicator and an influencer of health and wellbeing. I cover which body areas to observe and which body areas have particular influence in governing posture, and how lifestyle and management can affect... more

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In this episode, I talked to Dr Daniella Vansteenkiste of VSK Veterinary Neurology. We looked at neurology, the importance of a thorough and focused physical examination when investigating for possible pain and dysfunction, and at pain physiology in ... more

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In this episode, I talk with Yasmin Stuart, equine physiotherapist and trauma informed horse trainer, about our approach to horses, both philosophical and practical. We talk about our expectations of our horses and about having both an evidence base ... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Daniella Vansteenkiste
Board-certified veterinary neurologist with a passion for horses
VSK Veterinary Neurology
Episode: Thorough investigations of horses with Dr Daniella Vansteenkiste
Yasmin Stuart
Equine physiotherapist and trauma-informed horse trainer
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Episode: Expectations of our horses with Yasmin Stuart
Sarah Schlote, MA., RP., CCC, SEP.
Bilingual registered psychotherapist and founder of Equisoma Horse-Human Trauma Recovery
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Episode: Trauma-informed horse-human partnerships with Sarah Schlote
Peggy Hogan
Expert in natural horsemanship and positive reinforcement training.
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Episode: Cooperative care with Peggy Hogan and Anat Shalev
Anat Shalev
Israeli horse trainer and founder of Horse Friendship, specializing in positive reinforcement.
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Episode: Cooperative care with Peggy Hogan and Anat Shalev
Karen Rohlf
Author and creator of Dressage Naturally, internationally recognized clinician
Dressage Naturally
Episode: Horse health and happiness with Karen Rohlf

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Lily
Veterinary surgeon and host of The Vital Horse Podcast

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 4 ratings
  • Informative

    Fantastic and useful information from a kind, compassionate, horse-first vet!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MichalV8
    United States2 months ago
  • Love love love love

    Absolutely love your podcast. Cant wait listen to more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    enteranickname is shit
    United Kingdom3 months ago

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Informative and compassionate vet insights that feel horse-first.
Great balance of science and empathy, making complex topics accessible.
Clear, practical tips listeners can apply with their horses.

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Thorough investigations of horses with Dr Daniella Vansteenkiste
Q: What are signs that your horse might show to localize to the nervous system?
Signs can include lethargy, abnormal mentation, weakness, and ataxia, among others.
Thorough investigations of horses with Dr Daniella Vansteenkiste
Q: What does it mean for a horse to be showing neurological signs?
Neurological signs may include abnormal behaviors, mentation issues, and specific physical symptoms that indicate a problem with the nervous system.

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Listeners engage with deep, practical discussions on horse health, behavior, and welfare, led by a veterinary surgeon who emphasizes vitality beyond the absence of disease. Episodes cover spotting pain and dysfunction through posture and movement, recognizing subtle signs of discomfort, humane training and consent, the owner–horse bond, and ethical care across veterinary procedures and rehabilitation. The show stands out for its blend of clinical insight, empathetic owner guidance, and evidence-informed approaches to everyday horse care, making it useful for riders, owners, trainers, and equine professionals seeking a holistic view of well-being and partnership with horses.

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1. Dr. Daniella Vansteenkiste
2. Yasmin Stuart
3. Sarah Schlote, MA., RP., CCC, SEP.
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5. Anat Shalev
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