Healing Horses with Elisha

ast week, we explored the liver’s four key metabolic roles in equine metabolic syndrome, including converting T4 into the active thyroid hormone, T3. Today, we’re looking at how thyroid function affects your horse’s metabolism, and why you may still struggle to understand what’s happening when the bloodwork and what you see in your horse don’t match—even when you’re doing everything right. The Thy...

In our last episode, we explored five reasons metabolic horses struggle in the fall. Today, we’re going a layer deeper, exploring the liver, its role, what may strain it, and signs that your horse’s liver may be under pressure. We also explore why two horses can respond very differently to the same environment. The Liver The liver plays an important role in regulating blood sugar, clearing insulin...

Fall can be a challenging time for horses with metabolic issues, even when you’ve spent months doing everything right. Today, we’re exploring five reasons metabolic horses struggle in the fall. You’ll learn how to recognize seasonal setbacks, track meaningful signs of improvement, and support your horse without abandoning a program that may still be working. Metabolic horses Shorter days trigger h...

Last week, we explored how to tell whether your horse is on the right track, why the original symptom often lasts the longest, and how looking at the whole horse lets you see real changes long before that one symptom catches up. If you haven’t listened to that episode yet, I suggest you listen first, because today’s episode picks up right where we left off. Stay tuned to find out why, even after y...

Last week, we spoke about supplements, exploring how to select them, how to combine them intentionally, and how a simpler program that focuses on the actual root cause will almost always outperform those built around symptoms. If you haven’t listened to Episode 107 yet, I recommend starting there because we’re picking up right where we left off today, looking at what real healing looks like, why p...

Last week, we explored why a supplement that produces remarkable results in one horse can make virtually no difference in another, and what that comes down to. If you haven’t listened to that episode yet, go back and listen to it first, because we’re building on it today. Supplements A full supplement shelf doesn’t necessarily mean you’re doing enough for your horse. Although each product may have...

Last week, we discussed the hidden cost of chasing symptoms instead of root causes, and the importance of understanding that symptoms are the messengers, not the problem. We’re expanding on that today, looking at why a supplement that works really well for one horse may do very little for another. Choosing a supplement Don't choose a supplement simply because it produced great results for someone...

Last week, we discussed what it takes for horses to recover and heal truly. Today, we’re building on that by clarifying the hidden cost of chasing symptoms instead of uncovering the root cause lying beneath them. Recurring symptoms A symptom is often a messenger rather than the actual problem. When a symptom fails to improve, or returns despite trying different products, it tells you that you have...

Horses need rest, especially when they’re dealing with metabolic issues. Their nervous systems need it, and in many cases, rest is an important part of their recovery. So today, we’re talking about why deep work requires downtime, and why giving your horse the right kind of rest might be the missing piece in how you’re managing their metabolic health. Rest and Recovery The work that genuinely chan...

I’m delighted to have Trish Collins, owner of a 30-year-old mare called Teddy, joining me today to discuss the challenges of supporting a senior horse. We unpack the dietary changes and behavioral quirks of a senior horse and discuss the value of natural nutrition, homeopathic remedies, and holistic care. Changing Appetites Senior horses like Teddy often change their preferences or skip meals. Tri...

Over the last few episodes, we’ve explored topics related to mindset, how we approach our horse’s health, what we notice, and how to interpret what we see. This week, I help you understand what your horse’s body is actually telling you, and, more importantly, how to recognise those signals with clarity and confidence. You Know More Than You Think You’ve accumulated years of data from observing you...

We're getting uncomfortably honest today. In this episode, I continue the conversation I began early in January, to support you with invaluable mindset and perspective shifts, and the knowledge to empower yourself to make the best decisions for your horse, to get the best outcomes with their health and your relationship with them throughout 2026, the year of the Fire Horse. Invisible Walls Many de...

Welcome to our 100th podcast episode! In the last episode, we discussed permitting yourself to trust your instincts. Today, we continue that discussion, diving even deeper into the topic. Tuning In Horses are constantly communicating their needs, but we often stop noticing the subtle ways they demonstrate how they feel physically, emotionally, and instinctually. By slowing down, tuning in, calming...

We’re talking about permission today. In last month’s Firehorse Fierce episode, we briefly touched on permission-seeking. Today, I clarify what that really means. Too often, we turn to another professional opinion, recommendation, or protocol before fully understanding what we are facing. The truth is, you know your horse better than anyone. So, this episode is about allowing yourself to trust wha...

Today, we’re continuing our conversation about mindset and perspective when it comes to your horse’s health. This year, I have received many messages about navigating information overload and conflicting advice about your horse’s health. In this episode, I focus on the vital and often missing emotional support needed for making clear, grounded decisions. Stay tuned to learn the difference between...

Last week, we looked at how easily our sense of urgency can spill over onto our horses. We explored ways to manage our fears and the urge to intervene when all our horses need is the time and space to heal. Today, I take that a step further by explaining how healing is a steady, repetitive, and imperfect process that requires our trust and patience. Imperfect Progress Horses require consistency, o...

I have spent the past few weeks reflecting because the start of a new year naturally brings a desire to change what we do, how we do things, or even how we think. If you’ve been sitting with a quiet sense that something needs to shift, for yourself or for your horse, this episode is exactly what you need to hear as we step into 2026. Pay Attention to Your Feelings When you sense that something is...

Every year, from late November to early December, we roll up our sleeves, set the dates, map out the plan, and fine-tune the details for the year ahead. Join me today for an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at how we structure the program, what you will learn, the rollout date, and all the incredible benefits you can expect! Overview of the Program This signature program has been a favorite among...

This week, we are continuing with the theme of toxicity because it lies at the root of most health issues horses experience. Looking back at past cases, the pattern is unmistakable. Once you remove those dietary toxins, things start to turn around. The tricky part is knowing what is helpful and what is harmful, so that is what we are focusing on today. Over-Supplemented Over-supplementation become...

Much of what we read online about horse health is misleading. So, for those of you following a more natural and holistic path by focusing on the diet, lifestyle, and environment of your horses before turning to drugs or surgery, having the correct understanding is essential. I hope that each episode helps you view conditions like insulin resistance, equine metabolic syndrome, and laminitis with cl...

Last week, we explored the early signs of toxicity in horses. Today, we revisit a previous episode to clarify what toxicity is and how it affects your horse. Toxicity is one of the leading causes of equine disease. When the toxic load of horses exceeds what they can process, it becomes hard for their tissues to remain healthy, their organs to function as they should, and their body systems to work...

We’re talking about toxicity today. I’ve been seeing several cases lately where toxicity plays a role, so I thought it was time to revisit the topic. In episode 53, I covered the definition of toxicity and what it means for your horse, so you can go back and listen to it after this episode for more details. Stay tuned as I share the signs to look out for. Understanding Toxicity in Horses Toxicity...

Today I’m sharing winter nutrition tips for horses. As temperatures drop and the seasons shift, you will need to adjust your feeding to support your horse’s health through the colder months. I’m in Calgary, Alberta, where we experience extreme temperature swings. Wherever you live, the degree of cold you experience will influence how you should feed your horses for optimal health, and one of the m...

This week, we’re tackling a question horse owners often ask, which is why their horses eat dirt. Some horses only lick or nibble dirt occasionally, while others take it to extremes, even digging holes in their paddocks. The term for this behavior is geophagia, or pica, which in humans means eating things with little or no nutritional value. In horses, that behavior always points to an underlying c...

With winter just around the corner, I decided to offer some tips today, for preparing mash in the colder months. Stay tuned for practical tips to make soaking and preparing mash far easier- not only in winter, but throughout the year. Keep Mash Prep Simple Keep mash prep simple by using single, whole ingredients rather than mixed commercial feeds full of synthetics and fillers. This approach suppo...