Alicia Harlov, Lisa Agius-Gilibert, Rebecca Bawn, Kathryn Christieson

Hoof to Horse Academy Podcast

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The Hoof to Horse Podcast explores hoof health through the lens of the whole horse. In each episode, we discuss the connections between hooves, movement, nutrition, environment, and overall equine wellbeing. Hosted by the team behind Hoof to Horse Academy, the podcast brings together barefoot trimmers, nutrition professionals, and equine experts who share insights from their daily work with horses. Through real cases, practical observations, and thoughtful discussion, we aim to help horse owners and professionals better understand what healthy horses truly need. Our focus is always on welfare-...

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Alicia Harlov, Lisa Agius-Gilibert, Rebecca Bawn, Kathryn Christieson

Episodes

Laminitis Hot Takes (Part 1) 12.06.2026 34:23

Laminitis is one of the most misunderstood (and emotionally charged) conditions in the horse world. In this episode of the Hoof to Horse Podcast, we're diving headfirst into some of the most controversial "hot takes" surrounding laminitis, separating fact from fiction and challenging common assumptions. From defining laminitis vs. founder to unpacking controversial views on diet, trimming, and reh...

Should Owners Trim Their Own Horses? 10.05.2026 50:21

Should horse owners trim their own horses? 👀 In this episode of the Hoof to Horse Podcast, we dive into one of the most debated topics in hoof care. From safety and skill to horse suitability and owner mindset, our instructors break down what actually matters. This isn't a yes or no conversation, it's about understanding the spectrum, the risks, and the responsibility. 🎧 Tune in to learn: • When...

Horse First, Rider Second: Ethics in Hoof Rehab 12.04.2026 55:11

What does it really mean to put the horse first? In this episode, we're digging into one of the most uncomfortable, but necessary, conversations in hoof care: Are our performance goals ever coming at the expense of the horse's long-term soundness or well-being? Hoof protection can be a great tool to help horses regain hoof health and soundness in the rehab process, but it can also mask issues brew...