This winter in New England has been freezing and snowing, plus it's the first winter I’ve boarded at a barn that doesn’t have an indoor arena! It's been a learning curve on how to keep her brain stimulated while riding is not an option. I’ve come up with a few ideas, and a few coping mechanisms along the way, that I’m going to share with you.

In this episode of the Horse HealthCast, we’re joined by SmartEquine’s Staff Veterinarian and Head of Veterinary Affairs, Liz Schatz, DVM, for a conversation about her path into veterinary medicine, her role at SmartEquine, and what horse owners should prioritize as the year begins, from consistency to joint and digestive health. 🎧 Listen now.

Each new year, I like to set aside some time to make goals for Nemo and Goose in the coming year. I enjoy this exercise, as it helps me have something tangible to work towards with both, and helps me look back and see what we’ve accomplished in the past year. This year, Nemo will turn 22 in May, and Goose, 9 in September. While I would finally consider Nemo a senior, he’s still active, and true to his Morgan breed, he loves having a job. Goose, a spunky cattle dog, isn’t near considering slowing down, and still enjoys multiple mile walks daily, or as often as winter weather or extreme summer heat allows.

Cold weather brings more than just chilly fingers. ❄️ In this episode of the Horse HealthCast, we talk through the biggest winter challenges for horses—joint stiffness, digestion, hydration, and respiratory health—and what you can do to support them through smart management and nutrition. 🎧 Listen now.

Finally, Ashlee gets a chance to speak to one of her favorite topics: Magnesium! This episode is all about taking a taking a deep dive on an ingredient that does more than you might think. So let's talk about magnesium!

Winter is coming, and barn prep is key. This episode covers how to winterize your barn, protect pipes, prevent icy accidents, stay warm safely, and stock up for storms. Learn the essential steps to keep your horse and barn safe all winter long.

Ever wish you could take a sneak peek inside our horses’ SmartPaks? Now you can! Check out the supplements SmartPaker Macaire loves for Levi, the gelding she adores.

When winter weather hits, it can be harder to keep all of our four-legged friends active (horses AND dogs included!). Rider and dog owner Ellen takes us through how she keeps her very active cattle dog busy and engaged.

Whether your horse spooks at shadows or struggles with show nerves, this episode is all about helping every horse find their inner calm. You’ll learn how to approach calming from environmental and nutritional angles. Plus, we dive into the different types of calming supplements, herbal, nutritional, and paste formulas, and how to choose the right one for your horse.

Ellen has been hard at work preparing for winter with her 21-year-old Morgan gelding, Nemo. To help him stay comfortable and happy through the colder months, there are a few steps she likes to follow.

Gina's Bernese Mountain Dog, Argos, has always had a sensitive stomach. To help, Gina makes homemade treats tailored just for him with simple and wholesome ingredients to give him the best chance of enjoying them without issue. See her latest recipe here!

Explore how modern horsekeeping impacts equine mental wellness and learn practical ways to support your horse’s health through turnout, forage, and thoughtful routines in Episode 5 of the Horse HealthCast by SmartEquine.