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Healthy Critters Radio

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We are hopeless animal lovers, who want to share our experience and knowledge with you, for the betterment of your animals’ lives. We focus on health, nutrition, behavior, and ideas for overall well-being and happiness. Twice a month, we bring you guest experts, advice, and commentary, and a lot of fun and laughter!

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Healthy Critters #76 by Biostar: Christmas Puppy, Winter Horse Grooming Tips, Equine Stress Factor 20.12.2018 58:47

On today's show we discuss making your Christmas puppy a good citizen, Pati shares winter grooming tips, in Critter Nutrition we focus on stress and in Coffee Klatch we share our dogs' new year's resolutions. Support the show Mentioned in this episode: Use code HRN10 for 10% off!

Healthy Critters #75 by Biostar: Nouvelle Research, Manuka Honey, the Equine Respiratory Tract and Funny Holiday Pet Stories 10.12.2018 1:01:35

We chat with Dr. Tom Schell of Nouvelle Research, Tigipedia focuses on manuka honey, in Critter Nutrition we focus on ways to support the equine respiratory tract, and in Coffee Klatch we share funny holiday stories about pets. Listen in... Support the show Mentioned in this episode: Use code HRN10 for 10% off!

Healthy Critters Hour of the 2018 HRN Holiday Radiothon by Weatherbeeta 29.11.2018 58:17

In hour seven of the 2018 HRN Holiday Radiothon by Weatherbeeta, Healthy Critters Radio hosts Tigger and Pati speak with Grand Prix Dressage Rider, Shelly Francis, about the holidays. We enjoy some awesome listener-submitted holiday songs, poems, and greetings. Plus, we give away a bunch of prizes from Horseloverz.com, Biostar, and Distance Depot. Listen in… Support the show Mentioned in this epis...

Healthy Critters #73 Poultices and Liniments, Amalaki and Circulation, Chihuahuas and Celebrities 09.11.2018 52:40

We discuss poultices and liniments, Critter Nutrition focuses on the plant Amalaki and its role in circulation, Breed of the Show is the Chihuahua and in Coffee Klatch we pick various celebrities and what equine discipline they would likely participate in. Listen in... Support the show

Healthy Critters #72 Dog Food, Dog Traits, Intuition’s Roll in Horse Care by Biostar US 25.10.2018 50:58

On today's show we discuss the traits we look for in a dog, in Tigipedia we ask about the differences in small dog versus large dog food, in critter nutrition we explore intuition, and in coffee klatch we read the Beatrix Potter story of Jemima Puddle Duck. Support the show Mentioned in this episode: Use code HRN10 for 10% off!

Healthy Critters #71 by Biostar US – Healthy Skin, Equine Topline, Flavorings, Adorable Bad Habits 10.10.2018 1:02:41

We discuss equine skin crud, in Tigipedia we talk about building a better top line, in Critter Nutrition we examine Natural and Artificial flavorings and in coffee klatch we discuss the bad habits we let our horses and dogs get into just because they are so darn cute. Hedwig weighs in on grooming. Support the show Mentioned in this episode: Use code HRN10 for 10% off!

Healthy Critters #70 by Biostar US – CBD for Horses, Sun Conure, Celebrity Dogs, What About WEG? 26.09.2018 56:41

On today's show we discuss the World Equestrian Games that were held in Tryon, NC this month, the breed of the show is the Sun Conure, critter nutrition focuses on CBD for horses, and in coffee klatch we pick the dog breeds that best fit notable celebrities. Support the show Mentioned in this episode: Use code HRN10 for 10% off!

Healthy Critters #69 by Biostar US – Horse Advice to Humans, Sea Otter Awakening, Guinea Pigs 10.09.2018 56:46

On today's show, we ask what piece of advice your horse would give you. Breed of the Show is the guinea pig. In Critter Nutrition, we focus on environmental consciousness for the sea otters. And, we read Chapter 2 of the book, "Doctor Doolittle." Listen in... Support the show Mentioned in this episode: Use code HRN10 for 10% off!

Healthy Critters #68 by Biostar US – Hummingbirds, Trinity for Dogs, Animal Communicators and More 25.08.2018 48:00

On today's show we discuss Animal Communicators, the breed of the show is the hummingbird, Critter Nutrition focuses on Biostar's new product Trinity for dogs, and in coffee klatch we share what bird species our horses most resemble. Hedwig shares a bird story of her own. Support the show Mentioned in this episode: Use code HRN10 for 10% off!

Healthy Critters #67 by Biostar US – Wild Bird Decline, Llamas, CBD and our Favorite Horse Quotes 09.08.2018 1:03:05

We discuss care of our wild bird populations, breed of the show is the llama, in Critter Nutrition Tigger goes down the rabbit hole on CBD, and in Coffee Klatch we share our favorite horse quotes. Listen in... Support the show Mentioned in this episode: Use code HRN10 for 10% off!

Healthy Critters #66 by Biostar US – Aloe & Equine Ulcers, EPM Nutritional Support, The Camel’s Hump 25.07.2018 46:04

On today's show we explore social media and its effects on the equine industry as well as dog ownership, in Tigipedia we examine aloe for treating ulcers, Critter Nutrition focuses on EPM, and in our new section Story Time we tell the famous Kipling story of How the Camel Got his Hump. Support the show Mentioned in this episode: Use code HRN10 for 10% off!

Healthy Critters #65 by Biostar US – Quick Fix Pitfalls, Manuka Honey, Inspiring Nursery Rhymes 08.07.2018 49:22

We discuss the dangers of quick fixes with horse care and training, breed of the show is the spider monkey, critter nutrition focuses on manuka honey for wounds, and in coffee klatch we share favorite animal nursery rhymes, poems and songs and what they meant to us. Support the show Mentioned in this episode: Use code HRN10 for 10% off!

Healthy Critters #64 by Biostar US – Compost Basics, Summertime Strategies for Horses, Dogs, Humans 21.06.2018 58:57

On today's show we share tips on keeping riders and dogs cool during the summertime, in Tigipedia Pati asks how to start a compost, in Critter Nutrition Tigger shares information on helping horses recover during the summer heat and in Coffee Klatch we share our favorite dinosaurs. Support the show

Healthy Critters #63 by Biostar US – Equine Hydration Formulas, Horse & Dog Coat Health Tips 09.06.2018 1:04:16

On today's show we share tips for keeping a beautiful summer coat on our horses and dogs, the breed of the show is the Plymouth Rock Chicken, Tigger shares information about Biostar's new hydration formulas, and in coffee klatch we share the funny nicknames and songs we sing to our animals. Support the show Mentioned in this episode: Use code HRN10 for 10% off!

Healthy Critters #62 by Biostar US – Feeding Mares, All About Poultice, Exotic Family Pets 25.05.2018 56:36

This week we share tips on tack cleaning, Tipipedia focuses on feeding mares during their heat cycle, Critter nutrition is all about poultices, and in coffee klatch we ask what exotic animal would you add to your family. Support the show Mentioned in this episode: Use code HRN10 for 10% off!

Healthy Critters #61 by Biostar US – Rally Dogs, Silkie Chicken, Probiotics, Horses Are Funny 09.05.2018 1:05:18

We talk with Lori Faucett a judge, and breeder of Australian shepherds about competing our dogs in Rally, breed of the show is the Silkie chicken, Critter Nutrition introduces us to a unique probiotic strain for the respiratory tract, and in coffee klatch we share the funny things horses do that make us laugh. Support the show Mentioned in this episode: Use code HRN10 for 10% off!

Healthy Critters #60 by Biostar US – IR or Cushings, NSC vs. Glycemic Index, Unusual Horse Treats 23.04.2018 1:05:52

This week we have a round table discussion on ways to reduce our carbon footprint, in Tigipedia we discuss the differences between Insulin Resistance and Cushing's disease, in Critter Nutrition Tigger reviews the debate between the glycemic index and NSC for determining sugar and starch in feeds and hay, and in coffee klatch we share the unusual things we feed our animals. Support the show Me...

Healthy Critters #59 by Biostar US – Showing Rabbits, Care of Cushings Horses, Short Hair Cats 09.04.2018 58:12

We talk with a successful mini rex rabbit breeder, the breed of show is the American shorthair cat, in Critter Nutrition we discuss Cushing's Disease in horses, and in Coffee Klatch we share our new favorite products. Hedwig ponders what alternate vocation her human/servent might excel at. Support the show Mentioned in this episode: Use code HRN10 for 10% off!

Healthy Critters #58 by Biostar US – Fly Season, Fresh Pasture, Bovine Colostrum and Traveling with Dogs 26.03.2018 59:56

We discuss getting ready for fly season, in Tigapedia we talk about introducing horses to fresh pasture, in critter nutrition we focus on the differences in bovine colostrum, and in Coffee Klatch we share tips for traveling with dogs. Listen in... Support the show Mentioned in this episode: Use code HRN10 for 10% off!

Healthy Critters #57 by Biostar US – Build A Better Barn, Transparency Ethics, Dogs & Cars 10.03.2018 48:49

Today we share tips about building a horse better barn, the breed of the show is the Mini Rex rabbit, in critter nutrition we learn the importance of ethics and transparency and in coffee klatch we ask: what kind of vehicle is your dog? Support the show Mentioned in this episode: Use code HRN10 for 10% off!

Healthy Critters #56 by Biostar US – Massage Therapy, Challenge of the America’s, Grieving A Lost Pet 25.02.2018 54:41

On today's show we talk with Jean Pierre a massage therapist in Wellington Florida, we learn about The Challenge of the America's Grand Prix quadrille competition which raises funds for breast cancer research, Tigger delves into hay analysis, and in coffee klatch we talk with Laura Peppard about dealing with grief over the loss of a horse or pet. Support the show Mentioned in this episod...

Healthy Critters #55 by Biostar US – Fitting Snaffle Bits, Lion Head Bunny, Canine First Aid Kit 09.02.2018 48:03

Today we learn how to correctly fit snaffle bits, the breed of the show is a lion head bunny, Critter Nutrition focuses on Trashology 101, and in coffee klatch we discuss what to have in our canine first aid kit. Hedwig sings a song. Support the show

Healthy Critters #54 by Biostar US – Breeding Better Horses, Immune Support, Cold Weather Horse Care 24.01.2018 49:49

Today we discuss if we are breeding better horses in the 21st century, Tigipedia focuses on cold weather tips for horses, Critter nutrition is foods that support the immune system, and in coffee klatch we choose what animal we'd like to reincarnate into. Support the show Mentioned in this episode: Use code HRN10 for 10% off!

Healthy Critters #53 by Biostar US – Coping With Stress, Which Supplement When, Horse Shopping 10.01.2018 46:17

We share coping tips for dealing with stress, the breed of the show is the Doberman, in Critter Nutrition we focus on What products to give when part 2, and in coffee klatch we share the qualities we look for when buying a horse. Support the show Mentioned in this episode: Use code HRN10 for 10% off!

Healthy Critters #52 by Biostar US – Carter Bass, Hedwig Resolves, Travel Nutrition for Horses, Resolutions 26.12.2017 1:06:24

We talk with dressage judge Carter Bass about what changes we'd like to see in the equine industry in 2018, Hedwig gives her New Year's Resolutions, in Tigipedia we talk about nutritional tips for traveling horses, and in coffee klatch we share our new year's resolutions. Plus, we learn about the crew's favorite winter Olympic sports. Support the show Mentioned in this episode:...