The Primarily Hooves Podcast

In this episode of the Primarily Hooves Podcast, we recap our two-day trip to learn directly from Dr. Robert Bowker. We break down the biggest takeaways from his lectures, the research that stood out, and how his insights are shaping our approach to hoof rehab, education, and future episodes. If you’re into evidence-based hoof care, functional anatomy, and real-world rehab conversations, this epis...

We’re back — and this one hits close to home. In this episode, Lauren shares the story of her battle with sepsis , a life-threatening infection that began with something as simple as treating a hoof abscess . What started as routine horse care became an unforgettable reminder of how easily bacteria can spread from barn to body. This week's episode is a cautionary tale for every horse owner who’s e...

We are late! For those who don't know, Lauren had a pretty major health incident come up and that set us behind. Well, she's all better and healed up and we are back, baby! Ready to talk horse care and have fun... we hope you enjoy! In Part 2 of our conversation about the meaning behind “Primarily Hooves,” we go even deeper into the influences that shaped how we think — and work — with hor...

In this episode, we’re sharing the story behind our name — and why we’re “Primarily Hooves,” not “Only Hooves.” We dive into the influences that shaped our philosophy: from bodywork and nutrition to training, bodywork, and beyond. Because the more we learned, the more we realized that you can’t address the hoof without looking at the whole horse. This is Part 1 of a two-part conversation that expl...

In this episode, we’re sharing the story of how we met Dr. Robert Bowker — and how his research forever changed our approach to hoof care . From understanding proprioception and caudal development to trimming with internal anatomy in mind, this was a turning point in our journey. We also share the case of a horse named Blue, reflect on recent growth in our online community, and discuss why functio...

Episode 3 of the Primarily Hooves Podcast takes you behind the scenes into Danielle’s journey — from swearing she’d never follow in her mother’s footsteps to diving headfirst into the world of barefoot rehab. We talk about the horses who changed everything: Clayton, a severely lame Belgian Warmblood who sparked Danielle’s love of rehabilitation, and Beauty, her heart horse who taught her the hard...

A horse, a crash, and a wake-up call Lauren never saw coming. In this episode, we share the pivotal moment that forced us to take a hard look at how we were managing our horses — and how one horse’s health crisis led us down the path of understanding metabolic issues and just how much it can effect. If you're dealing with laminitis, insulin resistance, or just want to avoid preventable horse h...

Episode 1: So, We Started a Hoof Podcast If you’ve ever felt like you should know more about your horse’s hooves — but didn’t know where to start — this podcast is for you. We’re not here to guilt anyone. We’re here to make horse and hoof care knowledge feel less intimidating, more accessible, and maybe even a little fun. Whether you're brand new to horses or knee-deep in laminitis rehab, we b...