Join us this month for a chat with the American Farriers Association about how they are working to professionalize the trade. We also introduce the newest support for horses and owners in need: Farrier Direct. Our legislative and regulatory update reviews agritourism and how it can benefit the industry. Listen in...

HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3896 –Show Notes and Links:

1. Your Hosts: Julie Broadway (President) and Emily Stearns (Health, Welfare, and Regulatory Affairs Liaison) of the American Horse Council
2. Guest: Martha Jones with American Farriers Association
3. Guest: Travis Burns MSc, CJF, TE, EE, FWCF
4. Links: Farrier Direct Safety Net - American Farrier's Association
5. Sponsors: SmartEquine
6. Subscribe to the American Horse Council Podcast - Search American Horse Council Podcast on your podcast player.
7. Follow Horses In The Morning on Facebook
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Time Stamps:

1. 01:24 - Why hoof care matters
2. 05:20 - Meet Martha & Travis
3. 08:49 - Farrier certification & standards
4. 13:35 - Modern materials & research
5. 16:00 - Tech: X‑rays & radiography
6. 19:38 - Vet–farrier teamwork
7. 29:29 - Cost, care delays, hardship
8. 32:37 - Launch of Farrier Direct
9. 37:17 - Agritourism

Join us as we welcome back Dr. Amy McLean from UC Davis to discuss the exciting world of donkey and mule shows. We dive deep into what makes donkey and mule showing special and how the industry can better support long ears in competition. For our legislative and regulatory update we explore issues related to hippotherapy and Medicaid.

HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3875 –Show Notes and Links:

1. Your Hosts: Julie Broadway (President) and Emily Stearns (Health, Welfare, and Regulatory Affairs Liaison) of the American Horse Council
2. Guest: Dr. Amy McLean
3. Links: UC David Team Petition, Dyna Does Dressage
4. Sponsors: Zoetis, Markel Insurance
5. Subscribe to the American Horse Council Podcast - Search American Horse Council Podcast on your podcast player.
6. Follow Horses In The Morning on Facebook
7. Follow the American Horse Council on Facebook, Instagram and X (formerly Twitter)

Time Stamps

03:57 - Donkey and mule shows with Dr. Amy McLean

34:58 - UC Davis Equestrian Team

40:51 - Insurance Coding Blocking Access to Hippotherapy

Get 2026 started of Right! Join us as we discuss what making a New Year’s resolution really means and how to stay true to yourself and your intentions. For our Legislative and Regulatory update we’re talking biosecurity, outbreaks, and where you should look for correct information. Happy New Year!

HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3856 –Show Notes and Links:

• Your Hosts: Julie Broadway (President) and Emily Stearns (Health, Welfare, and Regulatory Affairs Liaison) of the American Horse Council
• Guest: Karen Chaton of the Endurance Rider Podcast
• Guest: Meghan Brady of the Galloping Getaways Podcast
• Link: USDA APHIS Equine Disease
• Link: Equine Disease Communication Center
• Link: Find your state animal health official (via United States Animal Health Association)
• Sponsors: AHC Board of Trustees, AHC Committees and AHC Staff | AHC Foundation
• Subscribe to the American Horse Council Podcast - Search American Horse Council Podcast on your podcast player.
• Follow Horses In The Morning on Facebook
• Follow the American Horse Council on Facebook, Instagram and X (formerly Twitter)