Equalign Podcast

Questioning is the process of learning. Knowing what question to ask and asking the right person to get the answer is key to the expansion of knowledge. This podcast will dive in to the art of questioning and guide you to the seat of knowledge. If you have any doubt about what you are doing you must learn to seek answers by knowing how to phrase the right question. 

When you are out on the road your circumstances and environment can dictate your procedures. Maintaining your flexibility is of most importance to be able to get the same results. Listen along as we create your mindset for new choices and ideas for consistency and persistence.

Humans, dogs and horses all have withers. In this context we are speaking about the upper thoracic part of the spine. In humans it is constantly under stress from the forward head posture created from all of our work down in front of us and cell phones. For horses it is usually a tack issue and for dogs it is collars and harness issues. Listen along as we speak about how important taking care of t...

When we evaluate an athlete whether human or animal, we always remember that the athlete is the team. If you ride horses, the horse is as much as the team as the rider. If you train dogs your fitness is as much a limitation to your abilities as the animals. In this session we will discuss the necessity of taking care of yourself to maintain the connection with your animal. 

What goes on in your mind when you are trying to communicate to someone and they don't respond in a timely manner or stop responding mid communication? It takes up space in your brain as you run through all the possible scenarios what could have happened or why you are not getting a response. In this episod we discuss the importance of your communication. 

Ride the horse you are on at the time. What we will be discussing is the uniqueness of the individual on any given day. Your protocols, procedures and treatments can only be done on the animal at the current time and place. They may not be the same animal they were yesterday or the day before that. How they respond can be different than the time before. Are you ready to make a shift in what you do...

Today we have a special guest, Rosie Feely, a canine fitness trainer and expert in her field. All canines need fitness whether they are an athlete or or companion animal. Movement is important for life and correct movement helps prevent injuries. Listen along as we talk canine fitness.  You can reach Rosie Feely at K9fitnesslab.com

It is not only size that matters when dealing with animals. A very large dog requires different approaches in handling, supporting and adjusting compared to a very small dog. Same with ponies versus a draft horse. Saftey of both the animal and the practitioner always have to be taken into affect. Having dealt with so many animals across the spectrum in size, attitude and flexibility you learn how...

Any animal you have the pleasure to work with must be given the attention it needs that day it is in front of you. It doesn't matter what the animal was like last week or even yesterday. Look at each one as if you have never seen it before. It is too easy to get locked into patterns and do the same thing every time. Be present and work with the animal in front of you. What worked last week fo...

Feet are the foundation of the body whether a human, horse or dog. If there is an issue with the foundation it can show up anywhere in the body. Proper foot care will have lasting preventative effects in the body. Evaluating a foot is a great place to start for understanding the presenting biomechanics. Listen along as we discuss what we look for and how to care for the foot of the human, horse or...

We all want our pets to live longer and yet most traditional vet care is about crisis care, vaccines, and maybe yearly checkups. Dr. Toman takes that a lot further adn talks about the three pillars of longevity care. Dr Toman talks about relationship, information gathering and action steps to ensure a long and healthy life. Listen along as we talk about how you can help your animals live a long an...

We emotionally attach ourselves to so many different aspects of our lives and it definitely includes our animals. Our approach to an animal can be directly affected by our emotional state at the time. How the animal responds can be related to our emotional state as well. Listen along as we discuss the importance of emotional state and connection with our animals. 

We found Steppy Bed about 2 years ago when our older shepard was having a hard time getting on the bed. Being a larger dog she needed stability and saftey. Steppy Bed was the perfect fit. Not only is it sturdy, safe and functional, it also has great style and looks so good next to the bed. Listen along as we learn more about how Steppy Bed came about and what it can do for you and your animals  Yo...

As a professional when you get a call to see an animal or human to perform your magic remember that you are being paid for your expertise and not just your time. Sometimes you take longer and sometimes it takes less and that is  always dependant on too many circumstances to list. What do you say to people when they ask how long will the appointment last? People are use to time orientation because...

Filters are our morals values and beliefs. They guide us, they protect us and they box us in. Your ability to achieve any goal in life with be directed by your filters. It you do not believe something than you will not be able to create a pathway of making it a possible reality. Listen along as we discuss the importance of filters and how to use language, internal and external, to make a change. 

Vetramil is a natural honey based product that started in the Netherlands over 20 years ago and is been brought to the United States for using on animals. Vetramil uses honey mixed with some essential oils for applying to wounds and skin conditions. They also carry a pad protection salve for dogs to protect them from heat or cold. Equalign has successfully used their products for an assortment of...

Equalign discusses tack with Steven Gregorio. Steven has ridden horses most of his life and also is a professional trainer. His experience and his love of nice tack has lead him to designing a bridle that is effective, interchangeable, and pretty. Steven does not like a lot of buckles on the bridal so he designed one with only one buckle per side. Listen along as we discuss tack and Steven's...

Resistance band training is a great way to build strength, balance, coordination and symmetry in both humans and animals. We have been promotiing band exercises for both the human and animal athletes for many years. Resistance training in the animal helps balance diagonal issues and front to back issues. Our website will show you a routine of exercises you can do to start your journey. You can acc...

Competition is the inspiration for innovation. It keeps you sharp with your skill set. What seperates you from others in your field that you are competing against. How you see competition will decide your response. If you percieve it as a threat you will act accordingly. It you see it as inspiration for making yourself better at what you do it will elevate you. Listen along as we discuss competiti...

So many people are doing New Year's resolutions. We suggest doing priority lists. What is it that you would like to prioritize for this New Year? Make yourself a list and take the time to do sub-headings on what actions steps are required to make that happen. Listen along as we discuss how to prioritize and how do you communicate your priorities to those around you that will enable success in...

In preparation for the new year it is time to look into your life and surroundings and find out what clutter whether in your mind or in your belongings you can let go. What in your life is working and how can you hang on to that and maybe focus on it to make it even better. Listen along as we discuss the Year of the Fire Horse and how you can make it better than 2025. Happy New Year from all of us...

In the spirit of the holidays we at Equalign would like to take a few minutes to discuss the spirit of giving. We hope that you spend time to give to yourself as well as others. Giving to yourself gives you the resources you need to be able to give to others. Listen along as we discuss the spirit of giving for the holidays and every day after that.

Temple Grandin speaks for the rights of animals. If you have had a chance to read her books, watch her movie or listen to her speak please find a way and time to do so. She spoke recently at the American Association of Equine Practitioners and spoke about animals and their fear responses. Listen along as we talk about how best to respond to animals that have a high fear response. 

Tis the season for traveling with your pet. So many injuries happen with pets and travel. Getting in and out of the car causes the most incidents followed by car accidents. Listen along as we talk about traveling with your dog/cat/horse and some of our recommendatiions to help eliminate some travel issues. 

Establishing a flow is so important when working with animals. Developing a good flow creates confidence and provides trust. Flow is your ability to get smoothly from point A to point B. It involves being thorough and using a pettern of movement that is efficient, meaning less energy expenditure for the task at hand and that allows you to serve more. Listen along as we discuss the importance of de...