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Wendy's Whinnies is the podcast for Wendy Murdoch, creator of the Murdoch Method, teaching riders how to do what great riders do naturally, and the SURE FOOT® Equine Stability Program. Wendy is also the host of Webinars with Wendy, ongoing Zoom Webinars with equine professionals sharing their knowledge for the benefit of the horse. To register for Webinars with Wendy go to murdochmethod.com/shop.

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    No. 345. Barbara Parks & Suzzi Peele

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2025 64:39


    Suzzi Peeler is a lifelong lover of horses. While searching for more positive, healthy alternatives to care for her own horses, she discovered Neuromuscular Dentistry and was immediately enamored with it. She became a certified Neuromuscular Dentist in 2014. Suzzi thoroughly enjoys educating about the importance of dentition and the affect it has on the whole body. In 2018, she was given the opportunity to present Neuromuscular Dentistry for the Equine at the International College of Craniomandibular Orthopedics' (ICCMO) national conference. Suzzi continues to immerse herself in studying the art and science that Neuromuscular Dentistry encompasses. She focuses her passion on increasing research in her field by specializing in the study of how the teeth affect proprioception, mobility, performance, and overall health of the horse. Dr. Barbara Parks, PT, DPT, CERP is a physical therapist for horses and riders based in the Nashville, TN area. Barbara received her doctorate in physical therapy from Belmont University and her Certified Equine Rehabilitation Practitioner credentials from UT-Knoxville in 2018. She is also a PATH Intl. Certified therapeutic riding instructor and spent time teaching adaptive riding lessons prior to becoming a physical therapist. Barbara has a passion for positive reinforcement training and using clicker training in rehabilitative exercise and has pursued continuing education in equine bodywork, barefoot hoof care and composite shoeing, equine nutrition, and equine behavior and learning theory in order to provide a whole-horse approach to rehab and injury prevention. She lives on a small farm with her husband, 5 horses, 4 cats, and 3 dogs.

    No. 347. Laura Plunkett Walking with your horse.

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2025 64:49


    No. 326 Karen Rohlf: Relaxation Through Movement

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2025 61:49


    No. 325 Sharon Wilsie: Horse Speak

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2025 64:54


    No. 324 Wendy Murdoch: Feldenkrais Awareness Through Movement Lesson

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2025 72:29


    No 323 Martina Neidhart DVM - Kissing Spines

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2025 71:45


    No. 322 Sharon White Pam Am Team Silver Medalist

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2025 66:47


    The Veterinarian Shortage 2024

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2025 88:07


    No. 344. Lola Michelin Manual Ligament Therapy and SURE FOOT

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2025 80:45


    Lola Michelin, BSc, LMP founded the Northwest School of Animal Massage in 2001. She has practiced animal massage for over 30 years and massage for people since 1998. A graduate of the Animal Science program at Michigan State University, she has work experience in both the veterinarian and zoological fields. Currently, Lola maintains a private practice for animals in addition to teaching and curriculum development. She consults with zoological park veterinary teams and owns Paxhia Farm, an equine retirement and rehabilitation facility on Vashon Island. She speaks and writes regularly on the topic of animal bodywork and is active in promoting standards of practice and legislation for the industry. Her interests include equestrian competition and foxhunting. Her work has been featured in numerous magazines and she appears on television and radio as an advocate for animal therapies.

    No. 343. - Dr Kevin Haussler- Proprioception

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2025 103:49


    Kevin K. Haussler, DVM, DC, PhD, Dipl. ACVSMR, graduated from The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine in 1988 before completing a small animal internship. To further his training in conservatively managing spinal-related disorders, he pursued human training at Palmer College of Chiropractic-West and completed a veterinary chiropractic certification program in 1993. He completed his PhD, focusing on spinal pathology and pelvic biomechanics in Thoroughbred racehorses, from the University of California, Davis, and then studied equine spinal kinematics at Cornell University. While at Cornell, he directed the newly formed large and small animal Integrative Medicine Service. Currently, Haussler is an associate professor at the Colorado State University (CSU) Orthopaedic Research Center, where he's involved in teaching, clinical duties, and researching. He is a charter diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation and a course instructor for the Equine Rehabilitation Certification course, co-branded by the University of Tennessee and CSU.

    No. 342. Danielle Aamodt - Equine Insurance

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2025 64:59


    Danielle Aamodt joins Wendy to discuss all you need to know about Equine Insurance.

    No. 341. Jec Ballou Strength and Fitness for Horses

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2025 81:12


    Jec was raised in a horse training family in Vermont, studied dressage throughout Europe, and eventually settled in California. About 15 years ago, she realized that most of the problems riders struggled with stemmed from their horses not using their bodies well. They lacked strength or coordination, they had muscle imbalances, they were stiff, and so on. Meanwhile, horse training had become too specialized and way too complicated. We needed simple, straightforward tools to help horses use their bodies optimally. This prompted her to write her first book in 2005, 101 Dressage Exercises for Horse and Rider, which was endorsed by the United States Dressage Federation as critical for every rider to own. Three other books followed, all of which have been translated into foreign languages and are widely trusted around the world for helping horses regain freedom of movement, enjoyment of exercise, and strong bodies. Today, she works with students and their equine partners across the globe through publications, customized fitness plans, online courses, and in-person clinics.

    No. 340. Dr. Joyce Harman- Natural Nutrition for Horses

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2025 64:24


    Dr. Joyce Harman graduated from Virginia Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine in 1984 with an interest in acupuncture and alternative medicine. She went to England and Ireland to study equine exercise physiology and sports medicine, always looking for a better, safer way to treat and train horses.

    No. 339. Brent Barrett DVM Common Hoof Issues

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2025 79:34


    Common Hoof Problems from a Veterinarian/Journeyman Farrier Perspective.

    hoof brent barrett
    No. 338. Helena Harris - Best Practices in the Business of Horsekeeping

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2025 64:14


    Helena brings over 25 years of horse experience and business expertise to the Stall and Stable mission. Her career began in software, but after years of honing her creative and tech skills, she eventually combined her passion for horses with her professional skills and landed full-time in the equestrian industry.

    No. 337. Martha Faraday PhD Four Oaks Equine Nutrition

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2025 99:48


    Understanding Equine Lameness: An Owner's Framework to Troubleshoot the Unsound Horse.

    No. 336. Celeste Lazaris - Balance Through Movement Method™

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2025 64:10


    The importance of the nervous system and how our modern sport horses require it more than ever before.

    No. 335. Alicia Harlov- Track Systems for Rehab

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2025 79:44


    Alicia Harlov of the Humble Hoof joins Wendy to talk about how she uses her Track System at her Hoof Rehab Facility.

    No. 334. Dr Erica Lacher Regenerative Medicine

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2025 60:06


    Dr. Erica Lacher is a 2001 graduate of the University of Florida's College of Veterinary Medicine, and the owner of Springhill Equine Veterinary Clinic in Newberry, Florida. In addition to practicing medicine, she is also an author, blogger, and podcaster, with the mission of making the world a better place for horses. Her podcast, Straight from the Horse Doctor's Mouth, is popular among horse owners worldwide. She enjoys competing in show jumping with her horses, and spending time outdoors with her husband.

    No. 333. Lynn Reardon Creative Education Solutions for the Impending Equine Veterinarian Shortage

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2025 57:31


    Lynn is the head coach at Horse Wise and founder of LOPE, a charity that helps ex-racehorses and youth learn from each other. Lynn has developed an innovative curriculum for teaching science that uses senior racehorses as teachers. She has partnered with veterinary associations to encourage K-12 students to consider veterinary careers. With her curriculum and herd of racehorse professors, Lynn hopes to bring the world of living science to students across the US – while also creating a pipeline of eager, future vet school candidates.

    No. 331. Dr Lydia Gray Nutrition for the Equine Athlete The Most Current Science

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2025 74:14


    Veterinarians and research scientists from around the world gathered in Ocala, Florida last week for the 27th Annual Equine Health and Nutrition Conference. Hosted by Kentucky Equine Research (KER), speakers included Dr. Hilary Clayton, Dr. Stephanie Valberg, Dr. Joe Pagan, and other experts in feeding, conditioning, and preparing the equine athlete for competition. Dr. Lydia Gray was in attendance and summarized the key findings from the three days of research presentations in this webinar.

    No. 330. Emma Loftus Concussions: head trauma

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2025 74:03


    Emma's equine journey, beginning at six, led her from an aspiring jockey to a renowned practitioner in equine and human therapy. Trained at the British Racing School, she worked in prestigious stables globally. Her quest for deeper equine understanding led to Equine Craniosacral Therapy studies with Maureen Rogers and anatomy under Debranne Patillo. Inspired by personal therapy experiences, Emma specialized in Craniosacral Biodynamics, influenced by embryologist Erich Blechschmidt's work. Her dedication took her to Germany's Blechschmidt collection, enriching her foundational knowledge. Today, Emma operates a successful equine practice in Victoria, Australia, and offers her expertise to human clients in Melbourne.

    No. 328 Jec Ballou Equine Fitness

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2025 60:13


    Jec was raised in a horse training family in Vermont, studied dressage throughout Europe, and eventually settled in California. About 15 years ago, she realized that most of the problems riders struggled with stemmed from their horses not using their bodies well. They lacked strength or coordination, they had muscle imbalances, they were stiff, and so on. Meanwhile, horse training had become too specialized and way too complicated. We needed simple, straightforward tools to help horses use their bodies optimally. This prompted her to write her first book in 2005, 101 Dressage Exercises for Horse and Rider, which was endorsed by the United States Dressage Federation as critical for every rider to own. Three other books followed, all of which have been translated into foreign languages and are widely trusted around the world for helping horses regain freedom of movement, enjoyment of exercise, and strong bodies. Today, she works with students and their equine partners across the globe through publications, customized fitness plans, online courses, and in-person clinics.

    No. 327. Robyn Hood, TTouch® Trainer- Helping Horses in Winter

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2025 61:43


    In 1982 Robyn became involved full-time with the Tellington Method that was developed by her sister Linda. She has been the editor of the monthly Newsletter for more than 30 years. Since 1986 she has been teaching Tellington TTouch® Method on a full-time basis in Canada, the US, Europe, South Africa, and Australia and spends about 160 days a year traveling. Robyn has given demonstrations and lectures at various venues including Spruce Meadows; Equitana USA and Germany; Western College of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Saskatchewan; International Humane Society Conference in Vienna and Murdoch University in Perth.

    No. 326. Karen Rohlf Relaxation Through Movement

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2025 61:49


    Through her never-ending quest for personal self-improvement and her practice of authentic communication, she has become a powerful voice that helps guide riders to better partnerships and results in harmony. Even after all the decades of being a professional trainer, instructor, and competitor at the Grand Prix level, she still wakes up every day feeling like a little girl in love with horses… And you can too.

    No. 325. Sharon Wilsie of Horse Speak

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2025 64:54


    Continuing conversations with Laura and Sharon Wilsie!

    No. 323. Martina Neidhart DVM - Kissing Spines Snd Other Back Conditions In Horses

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2025 71:45


    Martina Neirdhart, DVM has a practice for veterinary manual therapy offering veterinary chiropractic, acupuncture, myofascial work, taping, leech therapy, physiotherapy, and rehabilitation. Martina will discuss Kissing Spines and how other conditions may also affect horses' backs.

    No. 324. Wendy Murdoch-Feldenkrais Awareness Through Movement Lesson

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2025 72:29


    If you've been wondering how Feldenkrais can improve your riding, here's your chance to experience it for yourself! Ride with greater ease, more freedom, and joy. Join me for this eye-opening webinar!

    No. 322. Sharon White Pan Am Team Silver medalist

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2025 66:47


    Sharon White, a Feldenkrais student of Wendy's will discuss her recent trip to Santiago, Chile for the Pan American Games! Sharon White is an international CCI5* three-day eventing rider, trainer, and Level 4 USEA ICP Certified Instructor based at Last Frontier Farm in Summit Point, West Virginia. With over 25 years of experience as a professional equestrian, Sharon is a well-respected and dedicated horsewoman who always seeks to do her best by the horses first.

    No. 321. Dr Madalyn Ward Part 2 - Veterinarian shortage discussion

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2025 88:07


    Dr. Ward returns to continue the discussion on the equine veterinarian shortage and what horse owners can do to prepare.

    No. 341. Jec Ballou Strength and Fitness for Horses

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2025 81:12


    Jec was raised in a horse training family in Vermont, studied dressage throughout Europe, and eventually settled in California. About 15 years ago, she realized that most of the problems riders struggled with stemmed from their horses not using their bodies well. They lacked strength or coordination, they had muscle imbalances, they were stiff, and so on. Meanwhile, horse training had become too specialized and way too complicated. We needed simple, straightforward tools to help horses use their bodies optimally. This prompted her to write her first book in 2005, 101 Dressage Exercises for Horse and Rider, which was endorsed by the United States Dressage Federation as critical for every rider to own. Three other books followed, all of which have been translated into foreign languages and are widely trusted around the world for helping horses regain freedom of movement, enjoyment of exercise, and strong bodies. Today, she works with students and their equine partners across the globe through publications, customized fitness plans, online courses, and in-person clinics.

    No. 340. Dr. Joyce Harman- Natural Nutrition for Horses

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2025 64:24


    Dr. Joyce Harman graduated from Virginia Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine in 1984 with an interest in acupuncture and alternative medicine. She went to England and Ireland to study equine exercise physiology and sports medicine, always looking for a better, safer way to treat and train horses.

    No. 339. Brent Barrett DVM Common Hoof Issues

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2025 79:34


    Common Hoof Problems from a Veterinarian/Journeyman Farrier Perspective.

    hoof brent barrett
    No. 340. Dr. Joyce Harman- Natural Nutrition for Horses

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2025 64:22


    Dr. Joyce Harman graduated from Virginia Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine in 1984 with an interest in acupuncture and alternative medicine. She went to England and Ireland to study equine exercise physiology and sports medicine, always looking for a better, safer way to treat and train horses.

    No. 338. Helena Harris - Best Practices in the Business of Horsekeeping

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2025 64:14


    Helena brings over 25 years of horse experience and business expertise to the Stall and Stable mission. Her career began in software, but after years of honing her creative and tech skills, she eventually combined her passion for horses with her professional skills and landed full-time in the equestrian industry. Helena hosts and is Managing Director of the Stall and Stable Podcast.

    No. 337. Martha Faraday PhD Four Oaks Equine Nutrition

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2025 99:48


    Understanding Equine Lameness: An Owner's Framework to Troubleshoot the Unsound Horse.

    No. 335. Alicia Harlov- Track Systems for Rehab

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2025 79:44


    Alicia Harlov of the Humble Hoof joins Wendy to talk about how she uses her Track System at her Hoof Rehab Facility.

    No. 336. Celeste Lazaris - Balance Through Movement Method™

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2025 64:10


    The importance of the nervous system and how our modern sport horses require it more than ever before.

    No. 334. Dr Erica Lacher Regenerative Medicine

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2025 60:06


    Dr. Erica Lacher is a 2001 graduate of the University of Florida's College of Veterinary Medicine, and the owner of Springhill Equine Veterinary Clinic in Newberry, Florida. In addition to practicing medicine, she is also an author, blogger, and podcaster, with the mission of making the world a better place for horses. Her podcast, Straight from the Horse Doctor's Mouth, is popular among horse owners worldwide. She enjoys competing in show jumping with her horses, and spending time outdoors with her husband.

    No. 333. Lynn Reardon Creative Education Solutions for the Impending Equine Veterinarian Shortage

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2025 57:31


    Lynn is the head coach at Horse Wise and founder of LOPE, a charity that helps ex-racehorses and youth learn from each other. Lynn has developed an innovative curriculum for teaching science that uses senior racehorses as teachers. She has partnered with veterinary associations to encourage K-12 students to consider veterinary careers. With her curriculum and herd of racehorse professors, Lynn hopes to bring the world of living science to students across the US – while also creating a pipeline of eager, future vet school candidates.

    No. 331. Dr Lydia Gray Nutrition for the Equine Athlete The Most Current Science

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2025 236:56


    Veterinarians and research scientists from around the world gathered in Ocala, Florida last week for the 27th Annual Equine Health and Nutrition Conference. Hosted by Kentucky Equine Research (KER), speakers included Dr. Hilary Clayton, Dr. Stephanie Valberg, Dr. Joe Pagan, and other experts in feeding, conditioning, and preparing the equine athlete for competition. Dr. Lydia Gray was in attendance and summarized the key findings from the three days of research presentations in this webinar.

    No. 330. Emma Loftus Concussions: head trauma

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2025 74:05


    Emma's equine journey, beginning at six, led her from an aspiring jockey to a renowned practitioner in equine and human therapy. Trained at the British Racing School, she worked in prestigious stables globally. Her quest for deeper equine understanding led to Equine Craniosacral Therapy studies with Maureen Rogers and anatomy under Debranne Patillo. Inspired by personal therapy experiences, Emma specialized in Craniosacral Biodynamics, influenced by embryologist Erich Blechschmidt's work. Her dedication took her to Germany's Blechschmidt collection, enriching her foundational knowledge. Today, Emma operates a successful equine practice in Victoria, Australia, and offers her expertise to human clients in Melbourne.  

    No. 328 Jec Ballou Equine Fitness

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2025 60:12


    Jec was raised in a horse training family in Vermont, studied dressage throughout Europe, and eventually settled in California. About 15 years ago, she realized that most of the problems riders struggled with stemmed from their horses not using their bodies well. They lacked strength or coordination, they had muscle imbalances, they were stiff, and so on. Meanwhile, horse training had become too specialized and way too complicated. We needed simple, straightforward tools to help horses use their bodies optimally. This prompted her to write her first book in 2005, 101 Dressage Exercises for Horse and Rider, which was endorsed by the United States Dressage Federation as critical for every rider to own. Three other books followed, all of which have been translated into foreign languages and are widely trusted around the world for helping horses regain freedom of movement, enjoyment of exercise, and strong bodies. Today, she works with students and their equine partners across the globe through publications, customized fitness plans, online courses, and in-person clinics.

    No. 327. Robyn Hood, TTouch® Trainer- Helping Horses in Winter

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2025 61:45


    In 1982 Robyn became involved full-time with the Tellington Method that was developed by her sister Linda. She has been the editor of the monthly Newsletter for more than 30 years. Since 1986 she has been teaching Tellington TTouch® Method on a full-time basis in Canada, the US, Europe, South Africa, and Australia and spends about 160 days a year traveling. Robyn has given demonstrations and lectures at various venues including Spruce Meadows; Equitana USA and Germany; Western College of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Saskatchewan; International Humane Society Conference in Vienna and Murdoch University in Perth.

    No. 326. Karen Rohlf Relaxation Through Movement

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2025 61:19


    Through her never-ending quest for personal self-improvement and her practice of authentic communication, she has become a powerful voice that helps guide riders to better partnerships and results in harmony. Even after all the decades of being a professional trainer, instructor, and competitor at the Grand Prix level, she still wakes up every day feeling like a little girl in love with horses… And you can too.

    No. 325. Sharon Wilsie of Horse Speak

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2025 64:56


    Continuing conversations with Laura and Sharon Wilsie!

    No. 324. Wendy Murdoch-Feldenkrais Awareness Through Movement Lesson

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2025 72:32


    If you've been wondering how Feldenkrais can improve your riding, here's your chance to experience it for yourself! Ride with greater ease, more freedom, and joy. Join me for this eye-opening webinar!

    No. 323. Martina Neidhart DVM - Kissing Spines and Other Back Conditions In Horses

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2025 71:45


    Martina Neirdhart, DVM has a practice for veterinary manual therapy offering veterinary chiropractic, acupuncture, myofascial work, taping, leech therapy, physiotherapy, and rehabilitation. Martina will discuss Kissing Spines and how other conditions may also affect horses' backs.

    No. 322. Sharon White Pan Am Team Silver medalist

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2025 66:45


    Sharon White, a Feldenkrais student of Wendy's will discuss her recent trip to Santiago, Chile for the Pan American Games! Sharon White is an international CCI5* three-day eventing rider, trainer, and Level 4 USEA ICP Certified Instructor based at Last Frontier Farm in Summit Point, West Virginia. With over 25 years of experience as a professional equestrian, Sharon is a well-respected and dedicated horsewoman who always seeks to do her best by the horses first.

    No. 321. Dr Madalyn Ward Part 2 - Veterinarian shortage discussion

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2025 88:08


    Dr. Ward returns to continue the discussion on the equine veterinarian shortage and what horse owners can do to prepare.

    No. 320. Dr Madalyn Ward DVM

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2025 44:20


    The Shortage of Equine Veterinarians and what owners can do to prepare.

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