Equinely-Inclined

Equinely-Inclined 119: Stories from the Real Mantracker!

podcast@canadaequine.com — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 20:30:00 MST

Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar catch up after just a week, share an interview with Terry Grant, the Real Mantracker and recap the stories he shared at the HBOC 2012. They also discuss misconceptions and misperceptions of horses, farmers and rural life in general and the importance of encouraging buyer aware.

Equinely-Inclined 118: The Horse Breeders and Owners Conference 2012

podcast@canadaequine.com — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 20:30:00 MST

Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar share their experiences at the 2012 Horse Breeders and Owners Conference and a summary of the talks of many of the speakers including Terry Grant, the Real Mantracker. They also discuss a health alert and they share an interview with Les Burwash on the topic of the HBOC News Hour.

Equinely-Inclined 117: Looking for an Escape

podcast@canadaequine.com — Wed, 11 Jan 2012 22:30:00 MST

Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar catch up with one another after a long time apart. They discuss news from Dressage Canada about wearing helmets, the upcoming Horse Breeders and Owners Conference, a new Heartland Facebook app, and the new movie War Horse. They also share an interview from the Chilliwack Mane Event Expo, with Jessica Amlee and Kerry James who play Mallory and Caleb in the popular Canadian TV series Heartland.

Equinely-Inclined 116: Great Horses Change Lives

podcast@canadaequine.com — Tue, 22 Nov 2011 18:30:00 MST

Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar discuss initiatives of the International Equine Business Association (IEBA) and share an interview with Mark Sheridan, Horsemanship clinician at the Chilliwack Mane Event Expo. They discuss the passing of two more great stallions, Beth Underhills Monopoly and Leslie Reids Sea Fox. Sylvia shares her experience at the Canadian Finals Rodeo (CFR).

Equinely-Inclined 115: Hickstead, the Passing of a Legend

podcast@canadaequine.com — Thu, 10 Nov 2011 17:30:00 MST

Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar share an interview with Mark Bolender, Extreme Trail clinician at the Chilliwack Mane Event Expo. They discuss the passing of Eric Lamazes stallion Hickstead, and share their experiences at Edmonton Northlands Farmfair.

Equinely-Inclined 114: The Mane Event Trainers Challenge Winner is...

podcast@canadaequine.com — Fri, 28 Oct 2011 15:00:00 MDT

Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar share an interview with Kade Mills, the two-time winner and recent champion of the Chilliwack Mane Event Expo Trainers Challenge. They discuss the Trainers Challenge and relate their experiences including brief comments about jumping clinician Bernie Traurig, extreme trail clinician Mark Bolender, horsemanship clinician Mark Sheridan and the other trainers in the Challenge, Jon Ensign and Steve Rother.

Equinely-Inclined 113: Life is what happens while you are making other plans.

podcast@canadaequine.com — Wed, 19 Oct 2011 07:00:00 MDT

Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar share catch-up information about everything that has happened since the last episode, both good and bad. They discuss experiences Diana had with a neurological problem with her pony and horses with Potomac Horse Fever. They also discuss the 4H helmet decision and the clinicians and Trainers Challenge participants in the upcoming Mane Event Expo at Chilliwack, BC. Sylvia talks about her switch from a BlackBerry to the iPhone 4s.

Equinely-Inclined 112: What Happened at Spruce Meadows?

podcast@canadaequine.com — Wed, 14 Sep 2011 13:00:00 MDT

Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar share an interview with Neil Dimmock of Hitch Masters Percherons. They discuss the challenge of catching horses, news from Spruce Meadows including the Telus Battle of the Breeds. Sylvia talks about CAPTCHAs, and they share feedback from the Equinely-Inclined Facebook page.

Equinely-Inclined 111: What we did with Horses this Summer

podcast@canadaequine.com — Fri, 09 Sep 2011 07:30:00 MDT

Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar discuss horsey goodness from the Medieval Times in Toronto, the Pony Club PPG Canada Masters Nationals, Papa Smurf the bucking horse, problems with Alsike Clover, Hastings Lake Horse Show, South Cooking Lake Trail Days, manure and what to do with it, and feedback from the Equinely-Inclined Facebook page.

Equinely-Inclined 110: Arena Footing from the Scratch Up

podcast@canadaequine.com — Wed, 03 Aug 2011 22:30:00 MDT

Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar share an interview with Scott Holmes of Absolute Innovations, Inc. on the topic of arena footing, for indoor and outdoor arenas, for low budgets as well as high. They discuss the Pony Club PPG Alberta North Regionals, Twitter and how great it is, and Katie, the one hundredth Equinely-Inclined Facebook page fan from Dianas past! Alfa Tec, premium, all natural pellets and hay cubes, sponsors this episode.

Equinely-Inclined 109: Wild Pink Yonder!

podcast@canadaequine.com — Thu, 21 Jul 2011 16:00:00 MDT

Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar share an interview with Dr. Deb Carroll of Edmonton Equine Veterinary Services on the topic of Wild Pink Yonder, the wagon and horseback ride to fundraise for cancer. They discuss the Pony Club summer camp, news from Spruce Meadows and the Calgary Stampede, and how to travel more safely in e-mail and on the Internet. Alfa Tec, premium, all natural pellets and hay cubes, sponsors this episode.

Equinely-Inclined 108: Born to Run

podcast@canadaequine.com — Wed, 06 Jul 2011 12:00:00 MDT

Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar share an interview with Garry Westergaard of G. W. Equine Services on the topic of how to keep a racehorse sound and healthy, and what is really going on with the whip during a race. They discuss the Sherwood Park parade, Wild Pink Yonder, the new social platform Google plus and an scam associated with it, and also the filly Inglorious, owned by Donna and Vern Dubinsky of Sherwood Park, Alberta. Alfa Tec, premium, all natural pellets and hay cubes, sponsors this episode.

Equinely-Inclined 107: Thinking Like a Horse

podcast@canadaequine.com — Wed, 29 Jun 2011 21:30:00 MDT

Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar share an interview with Dr. Sid Gustafson DVM on the topic of what horses need from us to feel well physically and emotionally. They discuss the Queens Plate win by the filly Inglorious, owned by Donna and Vern Dubinsky of Sherwood Park, Alberta. Alfa Tec, premium, all natural pellets and hay cubes, sponsors this episode. Sylvia shares a story about when Diana and her took their lives in their hands to cover hay bales! They also share more listener feedback and provide some inspiration.

Equinely-Inclined 106: Golden Equines

podcast@canadaequine.com — Wed, 08 Jun 2011 21:30:00 MDT

Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar share an important interview with Dr. Emily Robinson DVM on the topic of caring for your geriatric equine. They also share more listener feedback. They answer a burning question about owning versus leasing a horse. Alfa Tec, premium, all natural pellets and hay cubes, sponsors this episode. Sylvia shares a story about a time when Alfa Tec hay cubes have been very helpful to her!

Equinely-Inclined 105: Insulin Resistance in Equines

podcast@canadaequine.com — Wed, 18 May 2011 17:30:00 MDT

Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar share a very important and timely interview with Dr. Christie Ward on the topic of Equine Cushings and Equine Insulin Resistance. They also share listener feedback and introduce Alfa Tec, premium, all natural pellets and hay cubes, the sponsor of this episode. Sylvia shares a story about a time when Alfa Tec hay cubes would have been very helpful to her!

Equinely-Inclined 104: Red Deer Mane Event 2011

podcast@canadaequine.com — Wed, 04 May 2011 21:30:00 MDT

Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar discuss what they have been doing in the past six months since the last episode. They talk about the Horse Breeders Owners Conference, their trip to Vancouver, BC to see Cavalia and their recent trip to the Red Deer Mane Event where they saw equine clinicians Stacey Westfall, Josh Nichol, and Jonathan Field. Their main discussion centres around the Trainers Challenge. They have interviews with Shawn Seabrook, Aaron Ralston, and Kade Mills.

Equinely-Inclined 103: Go Zenyatta, Beat the Boys!

podcast@canadaequine.com — Wed, 03 Nov 2010 07:30:00 MDT

Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar discuss the 60 Minutes feature of Zenyatta and comments on Secretariat by Andy Rooney, news and events including the Hall of Fame Gala at the Royal Horse Show, the upcoming Farmfair International, and have an interview with Thoroughbred horse racing enthusiast Sharon Nuttycombe about Zenyatta, Rachel Alexandra and the upcoming Breeders Cup.

Equinely-Inclined 102: Navicular Syndrome

podcast@canadaequine.com — Wed, 27 Oct 2010 12:30:00 MDT

Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar discuss their experience seeing Secretariat and having pizza and cake at the 100th episode celebration, the latest news - especially the Cutting Horse Futurity - and events, and have an interview with Dr. Emily Robinson about Navicular Syndrome.

Equinely-Inclined 101: Awww - The World Equestrian Games are Over

podcast@canadaequine.com — Thu, 14 Oct 2010 23:30:00 MDT

Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar discuss the final 2010 World Equestrian Games news, especially para equestrian dressage, vaulting, driving and show jumping, and also other news and upcoming equine events, and share the details of their 100th episode celebration.

Equinely-Inclined 100: World Equestrian Games Excitement!

podcast@canadaequine.com — Thu, 07 Oct 2010 12:00:00 MDT

Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar discuss World Equestrian Games news, especially eventing and dressage, upcoming equine events, and have an interview with The Graham Sisters about their trick riding performances.

Equinely-Inclined 99: Frosty the Wonder Horse!

podcast@canadaequine.com — Sun, 03 Oct 2010 20:00:00 MDT

Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar discuss Dianas adventures at the vets with a colicking horse that was not supposed to survive, they discuss the World Equestrian Games aka WEG and especially the reining competitions, and they discuss other news and events as well.

Equinely-Inclined 98: The Story of Bonny Bonnello and Pikardi

podcast@canadaequine.com — Thu, 23 Sep 2010 21:00:00 MDT

Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar discuss Sylvias adventures in Vernon, BC with mustangs, cowboy hats and bees, and Dianas adventures with getting lost in the woods and they both discuss the Hastings Lake Horse show. They cover equine news and events and have an interview with Kim Masse who tells about the background of WEG Canadian Dressage rider Bonny Bonnello and her horse Pikardi.

Equinely-Inclined 97b: Spruce Meadows Masters - Expect the Unexpected!

podcast@canadaequine.com — Fri, 17 Sep 2010 11:30:00 MDT

Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar discuss the week at Spruce Meadows Masters 2010 including showjumping and especially the ATCO Electric Six Bar, BMO Nations Cup and CN International, and also the Telus Battle of the Breeds. They have an interview with Team Morgan who won the Battle.

Equinely-Inclined 97a: Spruce Meadows, Day 1 - Let the Excitement Begin!

podcast@canadaequine.com — Wed, 08 Sep 2010 17:00:00 MDT

Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar discuss horsey happenings over the past three weeks including the PPG Masters Nationals in BC and Wild Pink Yonder, Sylvias back, and also discuss events across Canada and happenings at Spruce Meadows Masters, and they have an interview with Telus Battle of the Breeds Tournament Manager Maggie Tattrie.

Equinely-Inclined 96: Heartland in the USA!

podcast@canadaequine.com — Thu, 12 Aug 2010 11:00:00 MDT

Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar discuss horse TV shows, horse movies, have an interview with Amber Marshall who plays Amy in the popular TV series Heartland and an interview with some very young riders, they discuss the Courtney King-Dye update, and share the latest equine news and events.

Equinely-Inclined 95: What the Heck is PPID?

podcast@canadaequine.com — Thu, 05 Aug 2010 08:30:00 MDT

Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar discuss the PPG Alberta Regionals, the outcome for Allegra and Rowan at the Edmonton Gold Rush Dressage Show, the autobiography of British eventing icon Pippa Funnell and the trick she taught her eventing horse, Metronome, and that Sylvias back is doing much better - thank you! They share news and events and have an interview with Dr. Yair Rojman, equine veterinarian, on the topic of PPID - formerly known as Cushings disease.

Equinely-Inclined 94: Amazing Races!

podcast@canadaequine.com — Wed, 21 Jul 2010 23:30:00 MDT

Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar discuss the Calgary Stampede, racing around to catch up with the Amazing Races Jet and Cord McCoy, the Cowboy Up Extreme Cowboy Race, equestrian mishaps in July including Sylvias own injury. They share news and events and have two interviews, one with Jet and Cord McCoy, who participated in the Amazing Race, and one with Calgary Stampedes Draft Horse Town founder Dale Beefus.

Equinely-Inclined 93: Dressage with Jan Ebeling

podcast@canadaequine.com — Sat, 10 Jul 2010 21:30:00 MDT

Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar discuss the Sherwood Park Canada Day Parade horse entries, Dianas preoccupation with French in her horse clinic, and Sylvias upcoming week of horsey goodness. They share news and events and have two interviews, one with Allegra Hohm, who participated in the Jan Ebeling dressage clinic at Red Deer Mane Event Expo, and one with clinician Jan Ebeling.

Equinely-Inclined 92: The Edmonton Gold Rush Dressage Show CDI3*

podcast@canadaequine.com — Wed, 30 Jun 2010 23:00:00 MDT

Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar share their horsey involvement stories including parades and pony parties. They share news and events and have an interview with Shelagh Hohm, from the Edmonton Area Alberta Dressage Association, about the first ever CDI3* in Canada, the Edmonton Gold Rush Dressage Show.

Equinely-Inclined 91: Cowboy Up! The Extreme Cowboy Race

podcast@canadaequine.com — Wed, 23 Jun 2010 07:30:00 MDT

Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar report on the update of injured dressage rider Courtney King-Dye, then share helmet safety stories and also discuss the air vest they discovered. They share news and events and Diana tells about a funny trail riding mishap. They have an interview with Tracey Foster, from the Calgary Stampede, about Cowboy Up - the Extreme Cowboy Race.

Equinely-Inclined 90: Meet Husband and Wife Horse Clinicians Curt and Tammy Pate

podcast@canadaequine.com — Fri, 28 May 2010 15:00:00 MDT

Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar report on the update of injured dressage rider Courtney King-Dye, then discuss the crazy long weekend Sylvia had, including snow in May, a leaky trailer and a pony with colic. They share news and events and offer insight into the lives of husband and wife horse clinicians, Curt and Tammy Pate, via a getting-to-know-you type of interview.

Equinely-Inclined 89: Getting to Know Nick Karazissis

podcast@canadaequine.com — Wed, 19 May 2010 08:00:00 MDT

Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar report that there is no recent update on the condition of injured dressage rider Courtney King-Dye, then discuss things that have been keeping them so busy - things like the new and innovative bookmobile and MediaCamp Edmonton. They also discuss spring vaccinations and equine afflictions such as Eastern and Western Encephalitis and Tetanus and the importance of protecting horses against them. They share news and events and offer insight into the life of Nick Karazissis, Hunter-Jumper rider, judge and clinician via a getting-to-know-you type of interview.

Equinely-Inclined 88: Getting to Know Horse Trainer Ken McNabb

podcast@canadaequine.com — Sun, 16 May 2010 22:00:00 MDT

Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar share an update on the condition of injured dressage rider Courtney King-Dye, then discuss a horse de-wormer scare sent out via e-mail, they share two weeks of news and share insight into the real Ken McNabb, 2010 Trainers Challenge winner, via a getting-to-know-you type of interview.

Equinely-Inclined 87d: Mane Event Expo - The Final Day

podcast@canadaequine.com — Fri, 07 May 2010 14:30:00 MDT

Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar wrap up the 2010 Red Deer Mane Event Expo. They share insights into interviews with other clinicians for future episodes, do a review of session four and the finals of the Mane Event Expo Trainers Challenge, then share three interviews - one with Ken McNabb, winner of the 2010 Trainers Challenge, one with Tom Forehand from Colorado, USA and one with Canadian horse trainer Brent Trout.

Equinely-Inclined 87c: Mane Event Expo - The Looong Day

podcast@canadaequine.com — Wed, 28 Apr 2010 21:00:00 MDT

Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar are on-site at the 2010 Red Deer Mane Event Expo! They share an update on sessions two and three of the Mane Event Expo Trainers Challenge, then share three interviews - one with Keith, a long-time rancher, one with bronze sculptress and artist Crystal Mossing-Moscaro, and an interview with Trainers Challenge participant Tom Forehand.

Equinely-Inclined 87b: Canadian Horse Trainer Brent Trout

podcast@canadaequine.com — Sat, 24 Apr 2010 18:30:00 MDT

Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar are on-site at the 2010 Red Deer Mane Event Expo and are pleased to introduce you to Brent Trout, the only Canadian horse trainer in the Trainers Challenge.

Equinely-Inclined 87a: The 2010 Red Deer Mane Event Expo!

podcast@canadaequine.com — Sat, 24 Apr 2010 13:00:00 MDT

Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar are on-site at the 2010 Red Deer Mane Event Expo! First they share an update on the condition of injured dressage rider Courtney King-Dye, then they discuss some of the action at the Mane Event Expo including clinics with mule man Jerry Tindell, Horsemanship clinician Jonathan Field, Katie Roxburgh on conformation, and all the participants of the Trainers Challenge sessions.

Equinely-Inclined 86: The Anatomy of Bitting

podcast@canadaequine.com — Wed, 14 Apr 2010 22:00:00 MDT

Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar share an update on the condition of injured dressage rider Courtney King-Dye, discuss the Northlands Farm and Ranch Show, the upcoming Mane Event Expo in Red Deer, Alberta, the latest equine news of the Tampa Equestrian Festival Week Two Tournament of Champions, and have an interview with custom bit maker and clinician Dave Elliott, and clinician and horse trainer Ken Schmuland.

Equinely-Inclined 85: Everything is Just Tick-ety-boo!

podcast@canadaequine.com — Wed, 07 Apr 2010 16:00:00 MDT

Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar share an update on the condition of injured dressage rider Courtney King-Dye, discuss the state of horse welfare in Canada and a new system in development the United States, the latest equine news of the Winter Equestrian Festival, and have two excellent interviews, one with Dr. Larry Frischke DVM and one with Dr. Bill Samuel who both discuss the moose or winter ticks and horses.

Equinely-Inclined 84: Fear Management

podcast@canadaequine.com — Wed, 31 Mar 2010 11:00:00 MDT

Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar share an update on the condition of injured dressage rider Courtney King-Dye, discuss the trailer loading of Diesel the Clydesdale, a Twitter critic, the person behind Pondside Digital Media, the latest equine news of the Winter Equestrian Festival, and have an excellent interview with Joel Wilkinson who spoke on Fear Management for Career and Life Success at the AEF 2010 Conference.

Equinely-Inclined 83: Mother Nature in its Most Beautiful Form - The Horse

podcast@canadaequine.com — Wed, 24 Mar 2010 10:00:00 MDT

Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar discuss some of the speakers at the Alberta Equestrian Federation 2010 Conference, including Joel Wilkinson and Dr. Larry Frischke DVM, share an update on the condition of injured dressage rider Courtney King-Dye, discuss the latest equine news of the Winter Equestrian Festival, and have two interviews - one with Nettie Barr who helped organise the AEF 2010 Conference and an interview with Dr. Larry Frischke DVM on the topic of Responsible Equine Parasite Management.

Equinely-Inclined 82: Top o the Mornin to Ya!

podcast@canadaequine.com — Wed, 17 Mar 2010 06:00:00 MDT

Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar welcome everyone on St. Patricks Day with an Irish greeting, share Irish jokes and stories and memories of Eddie Macken and Boomerang, discuss the history of Ireland's native Connemara pony, racing news regarding Rachel Alexandra and Zenata, the Courtney King-Dye injury, the latest equine news of the Winter Equestrian Festival, links to equine street art, and leave you with an Irish blessing.

Equinely-Inclined 81: Getting the Most out of Clinics

podcast@canadaequine.com — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 21:30:00 MST

Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar discuss the popular television series Heartland, more Clydesdale fun, the latest equine news of the Winter Equestrian Festival and have an interview with clinician Dee Butterfield.

Equinely-Inclined 80: Understanding Animals

podcast@canadaequine.com — Wed, 03 Mar 2010 07:00:00 MST

Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar discuss the olympics, extreme athletes that are no longer with us, possible animal dynamics in the Sea World Orca whale tragedy, Diana's new Clydesdale responsibilities, the latest equine news including weeks six and seven of the Winter Equestrian Festival and have interviews with Sonia Dantu of the Alberta Equestrian Federation and with Lindsay Grice, coach, equine advice columnist, judge and rider.

Equinely-Inclined 79: Escaramuza!

podcast@canadaequine.com — Wed, 17 Feb 2010 07:00:00 MST

Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar discuss what Sylvia did in Mexico, the charra escaramuza, the latest equine news including weeks four and five of the Winter Equestrian Festival and have an interview with Lindsay Grice who is a coach, equine advice columnist, judge and rider.

Equinely-Inclined 78: How to Buy the RIGHT Property for Horses

podcast@canadaequine.com — Wed, 03 Feb 2010 07:00:00 MST

Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar discuss horse property purchases, the latest equine news including week three of the Winter Equestrian Festival and have an interview with Naomi Kerr, an acreage properties realtor.

Equinely-Inclined 77: You CAN Make Money with a Horse Business!

podcast@canadaequine.com — Wed, 27 Jan 2010 07:00:00 MST

Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar discuss the latest equine news including week two of the Winter Equestrian Festival and have an interview with Horse Breeders and Owners Conference presenter Lanier Cordell, author of Equinomics: The Secret to Making Money with your Horse Business - an Amazon Top Seller for two straight years.

Equinely-Inclined 76: Racing Horse of the Year and the HBOC News Hour

podcast@canadaequine.com — Wed, 20 Jan 2010 07:00:00 MST

Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar discuss the latest equine news including week one of the Winter Equestrian Festival and Horse of the Year awards, the session on Conditioning the Equine Athlete following a Lay-Off by Dr. Dennis H. Sigler from the Horse Breeders and Owners Conference, and have interviews with Les Burwash and Bill desBarres about the latest in horse news as revealed at the HBOC.

Equinely-Inclined 75: Hooked on Horses

podcast@canadaequine.com — Wed, 13 Jan 2010 07:00:00 MST

Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar discuss the latest equine news, including interesting steeplechase and horse racing news, and have interviews with Bill Simpson about his new involvement with horses, and with Dr. Rojman DVM about colic, laminitis, summer sores and frostbite.

Equinely-Inclined 74: HBOC - The Premier Equine Conference in North America

podcast@canadaequine.com — Wed, 06 Jan 2010 07:00:00 MST

Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar discuss the latest equine news, discusses some new and returning equine businesses in the Canada Equine ...On-Line Product and Service Directory, and have an interview with Teresa van Bryce, Horse Industry Association of Alberta representative and organiser of the world renowned Horse Breeders and Owners Conference that takes place every year in January.

Equinely-Inclined 73: If it Wasn't for Pony Club, I Don't think I'd be Riding Today!

podcast@canadaequine.com — Wed, 23 Dec 2009 21:00:00 MST

Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar discuss the final news of the year, hoof issues that may arise in the extreme cold, and have an interview with three young riders to find out more about what it really takes to become an international candidate representing your Pony Club in a country abroad.

Equinely-Inclined 72: Hearts and Hooves Canada

podcast@canadaequine.com — Wed, 16 Dec 2009 07:00:00 MST

Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar discuss news and one event, and have interviews with Michelle Kropp, executive director of Hearts and Hooves Canada, and Linsay of West Wind Equine Veterinary Hospital to find out even more about the wonderful work accomplished through Hearts and Hooves Canada.

Equinely-Inclined 71: Anything with Bling on it the Kids Just Adore!

podcast@canadaequine.com — Wed, 09 Dec 2009 23:00:00 MST

Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar discuss a little bit of news, tour Dianas farm and work through the chores while visiting ponies, horses, sheep, chickens, turkeys, geese and ducks and have an interview with Jessica Hall, the new owner of the Tudor Tack Shoppe in Edmonton, while finding out about all the newest horsey items for gift giving.

Equinely-Inclined 70: Horse Snacks? Yummy!

podcast@canadaequine.com — Wed, 02 Dec 2009 07:00:00 MST

Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar discuss horsey gifts you can make for gift-giving, horse news and the upcoming Horse Breeders and Owners Conference, and horse cookies and other snacks you can make for your favourite equine.

Equinely-Inclined 69: Rejuvenate your Horse!

podcast@canadaequine.com — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 07:00:00 MST

Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar discuss horse books for gift giving for both young and old, horse news and events including sad news from listener Calvin Hanson about the passing of long-time Morgan horse breeder Merton (Bud) Hanson of Lunenberg, Ontario, and they have an interview with Crystal McPeak-Young, barrel racer and inventor of RejuvGelz.

Equinely-Inclined 68: A Week of Great Riding, From East to West!

podcast@canadaequine.com — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 07:00:00 MST

Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar discuss the Royal Winter Fair, and Canadian Snaffle Bit Futurity and Canadas Greatest Horseman event at Farmfair International, the Canadian Finals Rodeo and have three interviews with riders John Swales, Veronica Swales and Cayley Wilson.

Equinely-Inclined 67: Try and Keep Riding, No Matter What!

podcast@canadaequine.com — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 07:00:00 MST

Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar discuss and share the sounds of the Heritage Ranch Rodeo at Farmfair International, the latest equine news, and interview Amberly Billings, recently awarded the Tanya Sundlie Award, about her involvement in Canadian Pony Club.

Episode 66: What Makes Farmfair International

podcast@canadaequine.com — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 07:00:00 MST

Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar discuss emergency first aid, what goes into an emergency first aid kit, the latest equine news, and interview Paul Lucas from Northlands about all the goings-on at the upcoming Farmfair International and Canadian Finals Rodeo.

Episode 65: Halloween and Horses

podcast@canadaequine.com — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 07:00:00 MDT

Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar discuss Halloween and horses, the latest equine news, and interview veterinarian Dr. Deborah Carroll from West Wind Veterinary Clinic about things we need to do with our horses to keep them healthy at this time of year.

Episode 64: Oh, So That's Who Beezie Madden Is!

podcast@canadaequine.com — Sun, 11 Oct 2009 07:00:00 MDT

Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar discuss winter and horses, the latest equine news, and air an interview with Olympic gold medalist Beezie Madden who shares a little of her life with horses.

Episode 63: Jonathan Field is Amazing!

podcast@canadaequine.com — Wed, 30 Sep 2009 07:00:00 MDT

Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar discuss the mounted games clinic, the drought workshop, and air an interview with Jonathan Field, clinician at the Mane Event Expo, who shares his story of horse involvment and his passion for the horse.

Episode 62: Patrick Swayze was a Horseman!

podcast@canadaequine.com — Wed, 23 Sep 2009 07:00:00 MDT

Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar discuss trail rides, mounted games, Patrick Swayze, and air an interview with Debra Clary, representative of Team Morgan, who discusses what it's like to be on the Telus Battle of the Breeds and how to get there.

Episode 61e: The Spruce Meadows Masters Wraps Up

podcast@canadaequine.com — Wed, 16 Sep 2009 07:00:00 MDT

Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar discuss the final day at the Spruce Meadows Masters Tournament, including the million dollar CN International class and results, and air the press conference follow-up, as well as an interview covering a 2009 season wrap-up with Jennifer Ward of Starting Gate Communications.

Episode 61d: And the Winner is...

podcast@canadaequine.com — Sun, 13 Sep 2009 13:00:00 MDT

Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar discuss day two and three of the Telus Battle of the Breeds at the Spruce Meadows Masters Tournament, including the final results of the Telus Battle of the Breeds, the EnCana Cup, the Atco Electric Six-Bar, BMO Nations Cup, and air an interview with David Usherwood of the Sam Steele Scouts.

Episode 61c: Twenty Years of Battle!

podcast@canadaequine.com — Fri, 11 Sep 2009 18:00:00 MDT

Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar discuss day one of the Telus Battle of the Breeds at the Spruce Meadows Masters Tournament and air interviews with Jack Ogilvy of Ogilvy Equestrian Inc. and Dan Kroetch of DK Saddlery at Equi-Fair.

Episode 61b: Team Mule, Defending Champions

podcast@canadaequine.com — Wed, 09 Sep 2009 23:30:00 MDT

Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar review the first day at the Spruce Meadows Masters Tournament and air interviews with Tim Oliver of HayGain at Equi-Fair, Katherine Cook and Jessica Bishop of Team Mule, and a sound byte from individual Olympic gold medal winner - Eric Lamaze - winner of the Zeidler Financial Cup.

Episode 61a: Media Day at Spruce Meadows and Who is Jay Hayes

podcast@canadaequine.com — Tue, 08 Sep 2009 22:00:00 MDT

Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar discuss a preview of the upcoming week at the Spruce Meadows Masters Tournament and air an interview with Jay Hayes, the jumping clinician from the 2009 Red Deer Mane Event Expo.

Episode 60: My Horses are my Children and my Friends

podcast@canadaequine.com — Tue, 01 Sep 2009 22:00:00 MDT

Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar discuss Sylvia's journey across Canada and the United States, and air an interview with Mette Rosencrantz, the dressage clinician from the 2009 Red Deer Mane Event Expo.

Episode 59: Summer is for Horsing Around

podcast@canadaequine.com — Thu, 23 Jul 2009 10:30:00 MDT

Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar discuss the Pony Club camp at Rocky Mountain House in Alberta, touch on news for several riding disciplines, and air two interviews - one with Jane Hurl and Rusty, organisers of Wild Pink Yonder, and the second with horse trainer Doug Mills who was the winning trainer at the April 2009 Mane Event Trainers Challenge held at Red Deer, Alberta.

Episode 58: Back in the Podcast Saddle

podcast@canadaequine.com — Wed, 24 Jun 2009 01:00:00 MDT

Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar discuss the outcome of the Belmont Stakes and the Queens Plate, the Canadian Triple Crown, look at the Horse Week events across Canada, the Spruce Meadows National, Skyliner and Continental, eventing and dressage, and air an interview with horse trainer Mel Hyland who was one of the finalists in the Trainers Challenge at the Red Deer Mane Event Expo.

Episode 57: Horse Week Across Canada!

podcast@canadaequine.com — Tue, 02 Jun 2009 22:00:00 MDT

Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar discuss the upcoming prospects in the Belmont Stakes, reflect on the recent Horse Showcase, look at the Horse Week events across Canada, and air an interview with horse trainer Patrick Hooks who was one of the finalists in the Red Deer Mane Event Expo.

Episode 56: Revisiting the Red Deer Mane Event Expo

podcast@canadaequine.com — Sat, 23 May 2009 20:00:00 MDT

Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar discuss the interesting stories surrounding the admired filly Preakness winner, Rachel Alexandra, and revisit the Red Deer Mane Event Expo through an interview with Al Dunning, world class horseman and clinician.

Episode 55: Managing Your Fears

podcast@canadaequine.com — Fri, 15 May 2009 07:30:00 MDT

Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar discuss the interesting stories surrounding the longshot Kentucky Derby winner, Mine That Bird, and have an interview with Nettie Barr of Canadian Natural Horsemanship Inc. who provides some great advice on managing and conquering riding and horse fears.

Episode 54e: The Final Day at the 2009 Red Deer, Alberta Mane Event Expo

podcast@canadaequine.com — Thu, 07 May 2009 22:00:00 MDT

Sylvia Schneider, Diana Balbar and horse trainer and clinician Jay O-Jay are at the Mane Event Expo in Red Deer, Alberta reporting on the equine activities during the final day, including a discussion of the Trainers Challenge, an interview with John Lukacs who supplies the horses for the Trainers Challenge, and an interview with the 'Voice' of the Mane Event Expo, Hugh McLennan.

Episode 54d: Talent, Talent, Talent!

podcast@canadaequine.com — Tue, 05 May 2009 22:30:00 MDT

Sylvia Schneider, Diana Balbar and horse trainer and clinician Jay O-Jay are at the Mane Event Expo in Red Deer, Alberta reporting on the equine activities during the last half of the second day, including a discussion of the Trainers Challenge, reports on clinicians Jay Hayes for showjumping, Mette Rosencrantz for dressage, Dana Hokana for western horsemanship, and Hardy Zantke for driving.

Episode 54c: Day Two, Part One at Mane Event Expo

podcast@canadaequine.com — Thu, 30 Apr 2009 23:00:00 MDT

Sylvia Schneider, Diana Balbar and horse trainer and clinician Jay O-Jay are at the Mane Event Expo in Red Deer, Alberta reporting on the equine activities during the first half of the second day, including a discussion with Pat James of the horses used in the Trainers Challenge, reports on clinician Hardy Zantke on Harnessing the Carriage Horse, show-jumping clinician Jay Hayes, Kate Romanenko of Natures Barefoot Hoofcare Guild and, of course, the Trainers Challenge.

Episode 54b: Day One at Mane Event Expo

podcast@canadaequine.com — Mon, 27 Apr 2009 21:30:00 MDT

Sylvia Schneider, Diana Balbar and horse trainer and clinician Jay O-Jay are at the Mane Event Expo in Red Deer, Alberta reporting on the first of the equine activities including the German Scale for driving horses with clinician Hardy Zantke, and the first three sessions of the Trainers Challenge.

Episode 54a: The 2009 Red Deer, Alberta Mane Event Expo Begins!

podcast@canadaequine.com — Sat, 25 Apr 2009 08:00:00 MDT

Sylvia Schneider, Diana Balbar and horse trainer and clinician Jay O-Jay are at the Mane Event Expo in Red Deer, Alberta reporting on all the equine activities including english and western, jumping, dressage and driving and, of course, the Trainers Challenge; the episode ends with part two of an interview with Donna O-Neil of Marsh Haven Farm in which she discusses what to keep in mind when transporting horses.

Episode 53: Trailering your Horse! Easy Does It!

podcast@canadaequine.com — Tue, 21 Apr 2009 23:00:00 MDT

Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar discuss equine news and events including the Rolex FEI World Cup Finals, they discuss the upcoming Mane Event Expo and Trainers Challenge, and have an interview with Donna O-Neil of Marsh Haven Farm to discuss transporting horses and what to keep in mind.

Episode 52: Plan Now to Avoid West Nile Virus

podcast@canadaequine.com — Tue, 07 Apr 2009 23:00:00 MDT

Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar discuss equine news and events including the Budweiser American Invitational, they spotlight the equine sport of Horse-Ball, and have an interview with Dr. Chris Osborne DVM to discuss West Nile Virus.

Episode 51: Blemish or Unsoundness - What to Look for When Buying a Horse

podcast@canadaequine.com — Tue, 31 Mar 2009 23:00:00 MDT

Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar discuss equine news and events, and have an interview with Dr. Chris Osborne DVM to discuss blemishes and unsoundnesses and as it relates to it, what to look for and think about when buying a horse.

Episode 50: Into the Wild Pink Yonder!

podcast@canadaequine.com — Tue, 24 Mar 2009 23:00:00 MDT

Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar discuss who is following who on Twitter, information from Kathy Blocksdorf at about.com, ten good reasons not to wear a helmet and why they are poor reasons, equine news, and have an interview with Wild Pink Yonder Cancer fundraiser organisers Jane Hurl and her son Rusty.

Episode 49: Preparing your Horse for a Summer of Riding!

podcast@canadaequine.com — Thu, 12 Mar 2009 23:00:00 MDT

Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar discuss Twitter, equine news, an interview with Dr. Deborah Carroll of West Wind Veterinary Hospital on vaccinations, dental, deworming and conditioning.

Episode 48: Bad Bugs, Bad Bugs!

podcast@canadaequine.com — Thu, 05 Mar 2009 23:00:00 MST

Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar discuss Twitter, equine news including the HITS, Winter Equestrian Festival, Budweiser and FEI World Cup final, and events including the Woodline Equestrian Hunter Jumper Sport Horse Auction in March, and interesting info on MRSA in an interview with Dr. Deborah Carroll of West Wind Veterinary Hospital.

Episode 47: Looking for Spring Horses

podcast@canadaequine.com — Thu, 26 Feb 2009 23:00:00 MST

Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar discuss equine news including the HITS and Winter Equestrian Festival show-jumping results, and events including the Woodline Equestrian Hunter Jumper Sport Horse Auction in March, conformation myths from Judy Wardrope, body scoring information from Lori Warren, and also an equine immune-boosting nutrition interview with Dr. Lori Warren.

Episode 46: A Mouth Full of Teeth

podcast@canadaequine.com — Tue, 10 Feb 2009 23:00:00 MST

Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar discuss equine news including the Equine Canada award recipients, and events including the Woodline Equestrian Hunter Jumper Sport Horse Auction in March, horse teeth, equine dentistry, and they air their interview with Dr. Roxy Bell.

Episode 45: Pilates for Horses!

podcast@canadaequine.com — Tue, 03 Feb 2009 22:00:00 MST

Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar discuss equine news and events, more sessions at the Horse Breeders and Owners Conference, core exercises for horses, Pam Asheton's session on trail riding, and they air their interview with Dr. Hilary Clayton.

Episode 44: Loose Horse, What Now?

podcast@canadaequine.com — Tue, 27 Jan 2009 23:59:00 MST

Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar discuss equine news and events, premise id, loose horses, how to tell how tall your horse will be when it grows up, and they air their interview with a local brand inspector.

Episode 43: Biosecurity - A New Buzzword

podcast@canadaequine.com — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 23:00:00 MST

Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar discuss equine news and events, premise id and the latest buzz word - biosecurity, and air their interview with Dr. Darrell Dalton, the spokesperson for biosecurity in Alberta.

Episode 42: 2009 at the Horse Breeders and Owners Conference

podcast@canadaequine.com — Tue, 13 Jan 2009 21:00:00 MST

Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar discuss their time spent at the 27th annual Horse Breeders and Owners Conference, equine news and events, the fireside chat with legendary Bill Collins and his time with Prince Philip, and interview conference organizer Les Burwash on the breaking news in Alberta and its greater impact on the horse industry.

Episode 41: Good-Bye 2008 - Hello 2009!

podcast@canadaequine.com — Wed, 31 Dec 2008 12:00:00 MST

Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar discuss horses and riding in Cuba, Christmas gifts, equine news and events, and the upcoming Horse Breeders and Owners Conference.

Episode 40: Farmfair International, When to Call the Vet, Christmas Gifts and More!

podcast@canadaequine.com — Wed, 26 Nov 2008 07:00:00 MST

Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar discuss cattle penning, Christmas gift ideas, Farmfair International, the International Horse-Shoeing Competition, when to call the vet, new horse de-worming practices, and more. This episode includes an interview with champion farrier Bruce Hague and veterinarian Dr. Trish Dowling. This episode features Canada Equine ...On-Line supporter, Equitop Farm.

Episode 39: Green Hectares is the Place for Me!

podcast@canadaequine.com — Thu, 13 Nov 2008 12:00:00 MST

Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar discuss horses in war times, the Lord Strathcona Mounted Troops, Sam Steele Scouts, the Green Hectares project, and how to put weight on horses. This episode includes two interviews. An interview with Rocky Bishop of the Green Hectares Project and with veterinarian Dr. Trisha Dowling.

Episode 38: Blacksmith, Farrier, What's the Difference?

podcast@canadaequine.com — Tue, 28 Oct 2008 23:55:00 MDT

Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar discuss the Green Hectares project, Hickstead standing at stud, the Chilliwack Mane Event Expo, puissance jumping, FarmFair International, and the upcoming Farrier competition. This episode includes an interview with farrier Jason Wrubleski.

Episode 37: Western, English or Driving - a Place for all Disciplines!

podcast@canadaequine.com — Tue, 14 Oct 2008 23:55:00 MDT

Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar have finally managed to get back together! They discuss geocaching, and e-mail from Baton Rouge, Hicktead standing at stud, ad the Chilliwack Mane Event Expo. This episode includes interviews with Stacey Westfall, Hilda Gurney, Frank Madden and Jay OJay.

Episode 36e: Record Crowds at Spruce Meadows

podcast@canadaequine.com — Tue, 09 Sep 2008 23:00:00 MDT

Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar have returned from Spruce Meadows, Calgary, Alberta. They review the Trail class - the final class of the TELUS Battle of the Breeds, and report on the action of the Bank of Montreal Nations Cup and the CN International! This episode includes interviews with Team Mule and Team American Saddlebred, as well as the captains of Team Connemara and Team Canadian Warmblood.

Episode 36d: The Long Ears Lead and Olympic Silver for Jennifer Dawn!

podcast@canadaequine.com — Sat, 06 Sep 2008 18:00:00 MDT

Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar are on-site at Spruce Meadows, Calgary, Alberta. They review the TELUS Battle of the Breeds Precision Driving and Barrel Racing Classes and the ATCO Electric Six Bar. They also discuss the lesson Olympic silver medalist Ian Millar delivered to a lucky contest winner. This episode includes an interview with Jennifer Dawn, the contest winner. Listen for the fireworks to music at the end of the episode.

Episode 36c: The Battle Begins at Spruce Meadows

podcast@canadaequine.com — Thu, 04 Sep 2008 23:00:00 MDT

Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar are on-site at Spruce Meadows, Calgary, Alberta. They discuss what makes an Olympic calibre equine athlete and have a review of the TELUS Battle of the Breeds Compulsory Skills and Jeopardy Jumping Classes. This episode includes three interviews and a sample of the beautiful mmusic of NunaY.

Episode 36b: Opening Day at the Masters - A Mural Mosaic is Unveiled

podcast@canadaequine.com — Wed, 03 Sep 2008 23:00:00 MDT

Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar are on-site at Spruce Meadows, Calgary, Alberta. They discuss the unveiling of the special Mural Mosaic of Le Cadeau du Cheval - Horse Gift. They also look at the sacrifices Olympic athletes make. This episode includes two interviews.

Episode 36a: Media Day at the Spruce Meadows Masters

podcast@canadaequine.com — Tue, 02 Sep 2008 23:00:00 MDT

Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar are on-site at Spruce Meadows, Calgary, Alberta. They discuss the special show jumping Team Canada press conference with Olympic silver medal winners Ian Millar, Eric Lamaze and Jill Henselwood. They also look at the events and activities for the coming week at the Masters Tournament.

Episode 35: Olympic Gold, Dealing with Colic and Preparing for the Battle!

podcast@canadaequine.com — Mon, 01 Sep 2008 23:00:00 MDT

Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar discuss Olympic and equine happenings, the Podcast and New Media Expo in Las Vegas, Amber MacArthur and Leo Laporte, Olympic showjumping gold and silver, Team Canada and Eric Lamaze, and racing mules. This episode includes an interview with Jadene Mah, the captain of Team Mule for the TELUS Battle of the Breeds at Spruce Meadows and with Dr. Jodie Santarossa on equine colic.

Episode 34: Fencing Installation Tips and Equine Choke

podcast@canadaequine.com — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 01:00:00 MDT

Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar discuss Diana's trip, equine happenings - Prince Philip Games, Seniors Pro-Rodeo, Olympic results, equine choke and fencing installation! This episode includes an interview with Dr. Jodie Santarossa on equine choke and the final interview with Glen ONeil on the topic of fencing installion tips and safety.

Episode 33: Options for Fencing

podcast@canadaequine.com — Wed, 06 Aug 2008 21:00:00 MDT

Sylvia Schneider and Katherine Cook discuss equine happenings - cross country jumping a pony, Calgary Stampede, Tees Longears Days and Team Mule too! - news about the Kubota Cup, exciting news about Olympic coverage, many summer events and the second interview with Glen ONeil on the topic of fencing options for horses.

Episode 32: We're All Ears - for Tips on Fencing Too!

podcast@canadaequine.com — Tue, 08 Jul 2008 21:00:00 MDT

Sylvia Schneider and Katherine Cook discuss equine happenings - horses and showjumping mules too! - news about the Olympic team members and the Calgary Stampede, many summer events and an interview with Glen ONeil on the topic of fencing land for horses.

Episode 31: Summer Reading and Horses Helping Horses

podcast@canadaequine.com — Tue, 24 Jun 2008 20:00:00 MDT

Sylvia and Diana discuss horsey happenings, then news and events, give three clues to their mystery guest, and have two interviews - one with true horse story author Judy Andrekson and one with Eldon Bienert, President of the Equine Foundation of Canada.

Episode 30: TV Actresses, Horse Songs, Horse Rescue at the Horse Showcase

podcast@canadaequine.com — Thu, 05 Jun 2008 19:00:00 MDT

Sylvia and Diana discuss riding helmet use, the video Every Time - Every Ride, the happenings at Horse Showcase 2008, the interview with Heartland actresses Jessica Amlee and Michelle Morgan and the Rescue 100 song by Ian Rosser.

Episode 29: Classified Ads and Vet Checks

podcast@canadaequine.com — Thu, 15 May 2008 21:00:00 MDT

Sylvia and Diana discuss classified ad acronyms, what is really meant in horse for sale ads, what should go into a good ad and what makes a good picture for your ad.

Episode 28d: The Final Day at Mane Event Expo in Red Deer, Alberta

podcast@canadaequine.com — Mon, 28 Apr 2008 13:00:00 MDT

Sylvia and Diana are at the Mane Event Expo in Red Deer, Alberta on day three, the final day, and trainer Jay O Jay is giving them insight into the final horse training efforts of three trainers in the Trainers Challenge.

Episode 28c: Day Two, Part Two at Mane Event Expo in Red Deer, Alberta

podcast@canadaequine.com — Sun, 27 Apr 2008 08:00:00 MDT

Sylvia and Diana are at the Mane Event Expo in Red Deer, Alberta on Day Two and Jay O Jay is giving them insight into the horse training efforts of three trainers in the Trainers Challenge.

Episode 28b: Day Two, Part One at Mane Event Expo in Red Deer, Alberta

podcast@canadaequine.com — Sat, 26 Apr 2008 19:00:00 MDT

Sylvia and Diana are at the Mane Event Expo in Red Deer, Alberta where Jay O Jay is giving them insight into the horse training efforts of three trainers in the Trainers Challenge.

Episode 28a: Day One at Mane Event Expo in Red Deer, Alberta

podcast@canadaequine.com — Sat, 26 Apr 2008 01:00:00 MDT

Sylvia and Diana are at the Mane Event Expo in Red Deer, Alberta where Jay O Jay is giving them insight into the horse training efforts of three trainers in the Trainers Challenge.

Episode 27: Anticipating the Red Deer Mane Event

podcast@canadaequine.com — Tue, 15 Apr 2008 20:00:00 MDT

A discussion of equine news, particularly Equine Herpes Virus, Kubota Cup, time they will spend with Jay O Jay at the upcoming Mane Event Expo in Red Deer, Alberta and an interview with dressage rider Shannon Dueck.

Episode 26: When Horse Stewardship Goes Terribly Wrong

podcast@canadaequine.com — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 20:00:00 MDT

A discussion of Rescue 100, the case of 100 rescued neglected Arabian horses from Andrew, Alberta. Included are interviews with Susan Fyfe of Keno Hills Stable, Tex Kam of the Canadian Arabian Horse Registry (CAHR), and Dr. Sue Legge of West Wind Veterinary Hospital on malnutrition, lice and hoof problems in neglected horses. Also included is important information from Bill Des Barres, Chair of Breeds and Industry for the Alberta Equestrian Foundation (AEF) and equine representative for Alberta Farm Animal Care (AFAC).

Episode 25: Health, Harmony and Horses Conference

podcast@canadaequine.com — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 21:00:00 MDT

A discussion of equine news and events and the Edmonton area Health, Harmony and Horses Conference held at Esprix Stables east of Stony Plain, Alberta and interviews with horse trainers Josh Nichol and Ken Schmuland, Debbie of Feed Store to Your Door, Donna ONeil of Marsh Haven Farm, and nutritionist Amanda Kroeker.

Episode 24: Horse Shows and Riding Clothes!

podcast@canadaequine.com — Tue, 04 Mar 2008 22:00:00 MST

A discussion of equine news and events, an interview with Dr. Suzanne Legge regarding the horse disease Strangles, also known as distemper. Also, an interview about show attire for schooling, hunter, jumper, eventing, dressaage and fun shows with Bert Wort, proprietor of the Tudor Tack Shoppe in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada.

Episode 23: Education and Riding: Riding is an Education!

podcast@canadaequine.com — Tue, 26 Feb 2008 23:00:00 MST

A discussion of equine news and events, an interview with Chad Holtum regarding educational opportunities at Queen Margaret School in Duncan, BC and a conversation with Cecelia Flanagan, manager of the Princess Louise Show Park in Sussex, New Brunswick.

Episode 22: Keeping Fit and Healthy for Riding

podcast@canadaequine.com — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 17:00:00 MST

A discussion of equine news and events and an interview with human chiropractor Dr. Daryl Dunford and Personal Fitness Trainer Kerri Russell.

Episode 21: New Horse Breeds in Canada

podcast@canadaequine.com — Wed, 06 Feb 2008 22:00:00 MST

A discussion of equine news and events and an interview with rare horse breed owners Donna ONeil and Pat Rollingson.

Episode 20: The Alberta Horse Breeders and Owners Conference 2008

podcast@canadaequine.com — Tue, 15 Jan 2008 23:00:00 MST

A discussion of the 2008 Alberta Horse Breeders and Owners Conference held in Red Deer, Alberta, Canada and an interview with Theresa Sealy of Horse Racing Alberta.

Episode 19: Last Chance Christmas Gifts and Meeting Betsy Steiner!

podcast@canadaequine.com — Tue, 18 Dec 2007 21:00:00 MST

A discussion of rider fitness books, last chance Christmas gift ideas, the Petz Horsez2 computer game and an interview with world renowned dressage rider Betsy Steiner.

Episode 18: Make Sure Your Christmas Gift Saddle Fits!

podcast@canadaequine.com — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 23:00:00 MST

A discussion of the Dave Collins saddle-fitting session at Farmfair International, the upcoming Horse Breeders and Owners Conference, more Christmas gift ideas and an interview with equine therapist, farrier and saddle-fitter Dave Collins.

Episode 17: Trainers Clay Webster and John Lyons

podcast@canadaequine.com — Fri, 23 Nov 2007 23:00:00 MST

A discussion of the Clay Webster and John Lyons training sessions at Farmfair International, an interview with John Lyons and a discussion of Christmas gift ideas.

Episode 16: Farmfair International and Where Should I Board my Horse?!

podcast@canadaequine.com — Fri, 09 Nov 2007 23:00:00 MST

Cool things at Farmfair International and important things to think about when choosing a stable for horse board.

Episode 15: Choosing Hay for Your Equine

podcast@canadaequine.com — Wed, 24 Oct 2007 00:00:00 MDT

Choosing the best hay for your horse is an important decision.

Episode 14: Getting Ready for Fall

podcast@canadaequine.com — Tue, 09 Oct 2007 21:00:00 MDT

There are a great many things for horseowners to think about with Fall here and Winter quickly approaching.

Episode 13f: Spruce Meadows Masters 2007, the Final Day!

podcast@canadaequine.com — Tue, 18 Sep 2007 21:00:00 MDT

Saturday is the final day of the Spruce Meadows Masters. The final standings of the TELUS Battle of the Breeds are announced, the Molson Cup finishes up the Molson Six Pack series and the magnificent million dollar CN International Grand Prix wraps up a week of spectacular showjumping.

Episode 13e: It's Holland Day at Spruce Meadows!

podcast@canadaequine.com — Tue, 11 Sep 2007 18:00:00 MDT

Saturday is Holland Day at Spruce Meadows. The Trail class marks the end of the TELUS Battle of the Breeds, the BP Cup challenges horse and rider to ride clear at blistering speeds. Finally, the Team Canada is the defending nation in the BMO Nations Cup that pits nation against nation in a tremendous riding challenge.

Episode 13d: Clip, Clop, Clip, Clop, Boom, Boom, Boom!

podcast@canadaequine.com — Sun, 09 Sep 2007 09:00:00 MDT

Friday at Spruce Meadows Masters is the very long day, culminating with the EnCana Evening of the Horse. Anky van Grunsven clinics and performances continue, a lucky contest winner has a private lesson with Ian Millar, the TELUS Battle of the Breeds continues with Precision Driving and Barrel Racing, and the day finishes off with nighttime show jumping in the ATCO Electric and fireworks choreographed to live music with the Band of the Parachute Regiment.

Episode 13c: Day Three at Spruce Meadows - The Battle Begins

podcast@canadaequine.com — Fri, 07 Sep 2007 00:00:00 MDT

Day three at Spruce Meadows Masters sees performances by Anky van Grunsven and the Lord Strathcona Horse Royal Canadians Mounted Troop, and the first two classes of the TELUS Battle of the Breeds.

Episode 13b: The Official Start of the Spruce Meadows Masters

podcast@canadaequine.com — Thu, 06 Sep 2007 08:00:00 MDT

Day one of the Spruce Meadows Masters Tournament sees the beginning of the showjumping competition and the opening of the 25th Equi-Fair

Episode 13a: Media Day at Spruce Meadows - The Unofficial Start

podcast@canadaequine.com — Tue, 04 Sep 2007 12:00:00 MDT

This episode aims to set the mood for the Spruce Meadows Masters Tournament, giving an overview of the events that will be happening over the next five days.

Episode 12: Breaking the Silence and Off to Spruce Meadows!

podcast@canadaequine.com — Mon, 03 Sep 2007 12:00:00 MDT

This episode explains the absence of the podcast for the summer, discusses news of the Olympic selections at the Pan American Games and has an interview with Kim Barenbaum who rode with Anky van Grunsven during the 2006 Spruce Meadows dressage clinic.

Episode 11: Not Just Any Old Saddle Will Do!

podcast@canadaequine.com — Wed, 13 Jun 2007 12:00:00 MDT

This episode covers news and events in Alberta and across Canada, and an interview on the importance of a properly-fitted saddle with Janis Cook.

Episode 10: Horse Showcase 2007

podcast@canadaequine.com — Tue, 29 May 2007 12:00:00 MDT

This episode covers the action at the Horse Showcase 2007 in Strathcona County, Alberta, an early part of the Equine Canada Horse Week activities; it includes information on vaccinations, West Nile, Pony Club, Prince Philip Games and Mounted Games Association.

Episode 9c: Mane Event Expo Red Deer - Day 3

podcast@canadaequine.com — Tue, 01 May 2007 12:00:00 MDT

This special episode follows the action of the Mane Event Expo in Red Deer, Alberta on April 29, 2007. It includes exclusive coverage of trainer Jay O'Jay and his participation in the Trainer's Challenge on Day 3.

Episode 9b: Mane Event Expo Red Deer - Day 2

podcast@canadaequine.com — Sun, 29 Apr 2007 12:00:00 MDT

This special episode follows the action of the Mane Event Expo in Red Deer, Alberta on April 28, 2007. It includes exclusive coverage of trainer Jay O'Jay and his participation in the Trainer's Challenge on Day 2.

Episode 9a: Mane Event Expo Red Deer - Day 1

podcast@canadaequine.com — Sat, 28 Apr 2007 12:00:00 MDT

This special episode follows the action of the Mane Event Expo in Red Deer, Alberta on April 27, 2007. It includes exclusive coverage of trainer Jay O'Jay and his participation in the Trainer's Challenge.

Episode 8: Spring Tune-up and Grooming Your Horse Career

podcast@canadaequine.com — Tue, 17 Apr 2007 12:00:00 MDT

This episode includes some thoughts on what you need to think about with regards to getting yourself and your horse ready for your first spring rides, upcoming events including the Getting Started with Horses seminar, an interview with Heather Gross, recruitment officer for the Faculty of Agriculture, Forestry and Home Economics at the University of Alberta, an announcement about an upcoming interview Jay O'Jay - one of the three contestants in the Trainer's Challenge at the Mane Event Expo in Red Deer, Alberta at the end of April 2007.

Episode 7: Laminitis, Mac Cone, Mane Event Expo - Two of These Topics Have Something in Common!

podcast@canadaequine.com — Mon, 02 Apr 2007 12:00:00 MST

This episode includes a brief summary of the Alberta Equestrian Federation March 17th meeting on insurance, equine health choices and equine slaughter, laminitis and founder information from Dr. Deb Carroll DVM, an interview with show-jumping champion and clinician Mac Cone, what to expect at the Mane Event Expo in Alberta at the end of April, and an interview with Mane Event Expo organizers: Gail Barker and her daughter Nicole.

Episode 6: Summer Riding Camps, What to Consider

podcast@canadaequine.com — Mon, 19 Mar 2007 12:00:00 MST

This episode includes brief news and events highlights, a discussion of Diana'a time spent at the Health, Harmony and Horses Conference, what to think about and look for in a summer horseback riding camp and part three of the three part interview with Dr. Deb Bennett Ph.D.

Episode 5: Diagnosis is Horse-Crazy - Now What?!

podcast@canadaequine.com — Mon, 05 Mar 2007 12:00:00 MST

This episode includes brief news and events highlights, a discussion of the benefits and virtues related to being involved with horses, the realistic costs of enjoying a lifestyle with horses (vet care, feeding, boarding, riding lessons, summer camps, etc.) and an interview with equine communicator Josh Nichol.

Episode 4: You Know You are 'Horse-Crazy' When...

podcast@canadaequine.com — Mon, 19 Feb 2007 12:00:00 MST

This episode includes brief news and events highlights, a short interview with AEF Vice-President of Breeds and Industry - Bill Des Barres, a discussion of what it's like to be horse-crazy and what you can do about it and the Dr. Deb Bennett PhD. interview - part 2.

Episode 3: It's Finally Time to Start Horsing Around!

podcast@canadaequine.com — Mon, 05 Feb 2007 12:00:00 MST

This episode includes a brief discussion of news and events, a horse health reminder about pregnant mares from Dr. Deb Carroll DVM, a discussion of colostrum, a tech-tip from Sylvia that might help to speed up your dial-up browsing, the long-awaited interview with Dr. Deb Bennett PhD., a horse story from Diana and the future direction of the Equinely-Inclined! podcast.

Episode 2: 2007 - The 25th Anniversary of the Horse Breeders and Owners Conference

podcast@canadaequine.com — Mon, 22 Jan 2007 12:00:00 MST

In this episode, hosts Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar discuss the 2007 Horse Breeders and Owners Conference - 25th Anniversary, include an excerpt from an interview with Dr. Deb Bennett and present a short interview with AEF president Ken Zelt. This episode is no longer available for download but is available for purchase on CD.

Episode 1: A Look Back on 2006

podcast@canadaequine.com — Thu, 11 Jan 2007 12:00:00 MST

In this episode, hosts Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar discuss some of the horse news and events in 2006 and present an interview with Kyle Timm, third place winner of the 2006 BP Cup at Spruce Meadows. This episode is no longer available for download but is available for purchase on CD.

Episode Intro: A New Media for the Equinely-Inclined

podcast@canadaequine.com — Sat, 06 Jan 2007 12:00:00 MST

Equinely-Inclined is a brand new equine Podcast for the Internet horse community, brought to you by Pondside Digital Media Inc. for the Canada Equine ...On-Line network of site. Hosts Sylvia Schneider and Diana Balbar introduce themselves and the Podcast. They briefly touch on the history of Canada Equine ...On-Line, comment on the benefits of listening to a Podcast, let their listeners know what to expect in future episodes, and comment on the upcoming Horse Breeders and Owners Conference in Red Deer, Alberta.