The Holistic Horsemanship and Husbandry Podcast

Elevate Your Horsemanship! Start Your 7-Day Free Trial Now!  This episode explores trust in horsemanship —what it looks like, how it’s built, and what it means when it breaks. If you’ve ever said “ I don’t trust my horse ” or wondered why your horse won’t trust you, this one is for you. We go deep into: Why trust is a two-way street between horse and human What it means to lie to your horse (it’s...

Elevate Your Horsemanship! Start Your 7-Day Free Trial Now!  In this episode, we talk about cognitive dissonance. Unfortunately, we see it every day in the horse industry. We start by exploring where it shows up in our lives - our self-care and fitness routines. Things we rush that we know would be better if we were present. Then we move into exploring how it shows up in our interactions with our...

Join the FREE Natural Horse-Keeping Community Helping abused and neglected horses is  a huge topic in the horse world. In this episode, we share stories of working with traumatized horses. We dive into how they can teach us about trust, healing, and forgiveness. We talk about what it takes to rehabilitate a horse with trauma—and why not every horse can or should become a riding partner. If you&apo...

Join the FREE Natural Horse-Keeping Community Spring is here. The weather's warming, the trails are drying, and you're ready to ride again! Before you saddle up and hit the road, there’s one big question: Does your horse need a spring tune-up? In this episode, we unpack the truth behind the 90-day spring tune-up. A restart method that so many horse owners rely on. We talk about fear, con...

Elevate Your Horsemanship! Start Your 7-Day Free Trial Now!  Ever felt like your horse won’t do what you’re asking? You're left frustrated, confused, or maybe even questioning your ability. This episode is for you. We dive deep into why those challenging moments happen, no matter how experienced you are. And more importantly, how to respond in a way that builds trust, not tension. Whether you...

Elevate Your Horsemanship! Start Your 7-Day Free Trial Now! What Does It Mean When Your Horse Touches You? Ever wonder why your horse nudges you with their nose or presses against certain parts of your body? Is it affection, a request, or "disrespect"? In this episode, we’re diving into what this communication means. We break down misconceptions around behavior and show you how to tune i...

Join the FREE Natural Horse-Keeping Community Owning a horse with special needs—whether physical or behavioral, or emotional—can feel overwhelming. It's isolating to watch others enjoying their horses while fighting to help yours.  In this episode, we dive deep into when the journey of horse ownership doesn’t look the way you expected. From chronic health conditions to behavioral challenges,...

Transform Your Horse Human Relationship With Cindy Bringing a new horse home is exciting, but it’s also a massive transition—for both of you. This episode discusses what a horse goes through when they get a new home. It talks about unhealthy expectations and how we can let those go. From herd dynamics to trust-building, we go over how to make the transition as smooth as possible. When a horse ente...

Connect With Amy In this episode, we sit down with Amy Skinner, founder of Amy Skinner Horsemanship. Her unique horsemanship philosophy is built on balance, trust, and respect. Amy shares her journey of evolution as a horsewoman, a mother, and a teacher. She reveals how these principles have shaped her life and horse industry career. This episode dives into the often unspoken challenges of balanci...

Elevate Your Horsemanship! Start Your 7-Day Free Trial Now!  In this episode, we dive into a topic that many people are experiencing in today's climate. How do we engage with our horses when we're struggling emotionally or mentally? You may be feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or not yourself. This conversation will help you be with your horse authentically while honoring their needs. Horses...

Transform Your Horse Human Relationship With Cindy It's that time of year when many riders set goals for what they want to accomplish with their horses. This episode reflects on the importance of aligning our goals with our horse's well-being. If we don't put the horse first, is it really a goal worth reaching?  We debrief our own horsemanship journeys over the last year. We discuss...

Join the Natural Horse Keeping Community The cold weather is here. Our horses need us to care for them slightly differently in this season. Should you blanket? Is your horse going to be okay when it snows? How much hay should you feed? In a perfect world, horses could live thrive in the winter without human intervention. It's not a perfect world. It's your job to help them out without co...

Get  The Horsewoman’s Guide to Confidence ! Every horse owner will have a herd-bound horse on their hands at some point. Solving this requires a deep understanding of equine psychology. It's natural for horses to seek safety in numbers. Their instinctual needs drive this behavior that we humans find so undesirable. So what can be done? The methods trainers use to stop this behavior often leav...

Start a Fitting With Karen In this episode, we’re diving into the world of hoof boots with our guest, Karen Tomcoe Cox. Karen is a boot fitting expert for Scoot Boots and Equine Fusion Boots. She breaks down the essentials of when and why to use hoof boots. Our conversation includes tips on fitting and handling the most common hoot boot challenges.  Boots can be super helpful in keeping your horse...

Get the FREE Hoof Health Guide In this episode, Laura steps forward as a hoof expert and total hoof nerd. We discuss how your horse's hoof is a powerful indicator of their overall well-being. Laura shares her journey of learning to trim so she can help her own horse and the horses at the rescues where she volunteers. Chronic abscesses, laminitis, thrush, and hoof pain are not normal. But you...

Become an Empowered Equine Caretaker With Laura In this episode, we talk about how to know what your horse is thinking. We offer strategies for redirecting energy and heading off spooks. Your awareness is the key to smooth communication with your horse. This conversation addresses common areas of awareness that horse owners lack. You'll hear insights changing your mindset from trying to contr...

Transform Your Horse Human Relationship With Cindy In this episode, we discuss the truth about bits and spurs. These tools are so often used to increase control, but that's not what they are designed for. With so much misinformation out there, you may have been pressured to use a bigger bit or spurs in the wrong situation. This conversation challenges that way of thinking. It emphasizes the n...

Help Your Horse Thrive With Laura In this episode, we challenge the belief that owning a horse means you have to ride. Our conversation focuses on how the horse-human relationship isn't defined by saddle time . We share personal stories of how horses enrich our lives in ways beyond riding. There’s so much more to horse ownership than those who focus solely on riding realize. If you've ev...

Transform Your Horse/Human Relationship With Cindy In this episode, we delve into the complexities of leadership within horse-human relationships. Leadership is crucial in building a healthy and balanced partnership with your horse. But, it often comes with challenges rooted in our own experiences and perceptions.  We discuss the baggage humans bring into their roles as leaders—whether being overl...

Help Your Horse Thrive With Laura Get the Emergency Evacuation Packing List In this episode, we discuss fire safety. Tune in to learn how to prepare for fire season and protect your horses. Cindy, a member of the Sheriff’s Mounted Posse, shares stories of large animal evacuations. Laura shares her evacuation plan as a member of a boarding barn. This episode covers: The importance of having a multi...

Transform Your Horse Human Relationship With Cindy Welcome back to part two of our "Back to Basics" series. This episode focuses on the foundational aspects of your horsemanship skills. Understanding the basics is crucial for all horse people, and we break it down here. This episode tackles topics like entering your horse's enclosure, setting the tone for your time together, and the...

Transform Your Horse/Human Relationship With Cindy The basic relationship principles discussed in this episode aren't taught in lessons or online programs. When they're skipped, they cause all kinds of issues that leave owners frustrated and horses unheard.  Your relationship with your equine can make the difference between a close call and a total wreck when something happens that pushe...

Get Help With Safe Trailer Loading From Cindy This episode shares trailering safety tips to keep you and your horse safe during loading, unloading, and while on the road. Many wrecks happen in the trailer, and these basic tools can help you avoid them! We have different trailers, so you'll hear two different approaches to the same idea. At the end of the day, the goal is to plan for the worst...

Help Your Horse Thrive With Laura Do you trailer your horse to trailheads, clinics, lessons, or shows? If so, this is an episode you don't want to miss. Knowledge is empowerment! Even if you have no mechanical skills or desire to learn, you must get to know your rig. This is essential safety information that most horsewomen lack.  Get the Trailer Checklist Here In this episode you'll lea...

Transform Your Horse Human Relationship With Cindy Connect With Dr. Peters: https://horsebrainscience.info/ In this episode, we are thrilled to welcome our first guest, Dr. Steven Peters. As a board-certified neuroscientist with a lifelong passion for horses, Dr. Peters has a unique perspective. He shares his incredible knowledge of the equine nervous system in this episode. You will see how every...