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0508: Jessica Gordon & Hamilton

Dog Words - April 24, 2024 07:00 - 37 minutes ★★★★★ - 10 ratings
Jessica Gordon shares how adopting Hamilton has changed both of their lives.  We discuss the 3-3-3 rule but not in any detail. DogNerdly.com does a nice job of explaining it in The 3-3-3 Rule: A Guide for Bringing Home an Adopted Dog. Learn more about opportunities to volunteer, foster, and ad...

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Ep. 080: Why Every Horse Owner Needs an Emergency Disaster Plan: Expert Tips with Dr. Briana Hamamoto

Beyond the Barn - April 23, 2024 10:00 - 59 minutes ★★★★★ - 40 ratings
On this episode, co-hosts Dr. Tania Cubitt and Katy Starr chat with guest expert Dr. Briana Hamamoto, large animal veterinarian for the California Veterinary Emergency Team, about how to best prepare horses and other livestock for an emergency disaster, including: The BIGGEST mistake horse and ...

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Ep193 - Improving Your Strains Resistance to Disease

Bred to Perfection - April 22, 2024 07:30 - 54 minutes ★★★★★ - 35 ratings
Join Kenny Troiano and his co-hosts Nancy Troiano – as they talk about the Art of Selective Breeding, and what it takes to create a strain. We address issues that affect breeders, just like you. In this episode of “Bred to Perfection Live,” we are going to discuss questions that I have asked my ...

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Tough Times, Tougher Farmers: The FarmFitNZ Approach with Kane Brisco

Head Shepherd - April 21, 2024 19:00 - 32 minutes
When the going gets tough on farm, it's the tough who get going. But what fuels that resilience?  This week on the Head Shepherd podcast, we have Kane Brisco of FarmFitNZ to discuss mental wellbeing, farm fitness and community. In his late twenties, Kane found himself in a tough spot. He’d sto...

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Fan Favorite Episode (Ep135) Antibiotic Use and Misuse with Dr. Rodrigo Gallardo

Bred to Perfection - April 15, 2024 07:30 - 2 hours ★★★★★ - 35 ratings
The Misuse and Abuse of Antibiotics, and their Consequences – The question I have for you, are you using Medications, Antibiotics and Vaccinations Properly? Our Special Guest is Dr. Rodrigo Gallardo a Poultry Veterinarian, from UC Davis is here to address this very important and controversial ...

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Tackling Ewe Wastage with Anne Ridler

Head Shepherd - April 14, 2024 19:00 - 41 minutes
Replacement rates in your sheep flock are determined by your ewe losses and your culling decisions. For every ewe lamb you choose to keep, that’s one less to sell.  In this week's podcast our guest, Associate Professor Anne Ridler, discusses the findings from her recent study on ewe wastage in ...

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0507: Big Dog Food with Daniel Schulof

Dog Words - April 10, 2024 07:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 10 ratings
CEO and Founder of KetoNatural Pet Foods, Daniel Schulof, returns to discuss his class action suit against Hill’s Pet Nutrition. Learn more about the tactics of the pet food industry and what your veterinarian might not be telling you. An Introduction to the Hill's-DCM Class Action Litigation ...

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Ep. 079: Normal vs. Abnormal in Backyard Chickens - How to Know When Something is Wrong with Dr. Geoffrey Lossie

Beyond the Barn - April 09, 2024 10:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 40 ratings
On this episode, co-host Katy Starr and guest expert Dr. Geoffrey Lossie, a board-certified poultry veterinarian who works as an avian diagnostician at the Indiana Animal Disease Diagnostic Lab and clinical assistant professor at Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine, discuss:   Top...

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Ep192 - Bred to Perfection Live Q&A

Bred to Perfection - April 08, 2024 07:30 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 35 ratings
Join Kenny Troiano and his co-hosts Nancy Troiano – as they talk about the Art of Selective Breeding, and what it takes to create a strain. We address issues that affect breeders, just like you. In this episode of “Bred to Perfection Live,” we are going to discuss questions that I have asked my ...

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Precision Farming with Tim Leeming

Head Shepherd - April 07, 2024 19:00 - 48 minutes
In this current climate, should you be looking for ways to save money on farm? Or should you be looking at upping your production to cover rising costs? This week on the Head Shepherd podcast, we hope to answer those questions for you. Our guest this week, Tim Leeming, is well known for his p...

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Ep191 - Educating the Next Generations of Breeders

Bred to Perfection - April 01, 2024 07:30 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 35 ratings
There are many struggling beginners, who are having difficulty finding good, reliable and factual information. This includes topics such as husbandry practices, feeding and nutrition practices, health care and disease prevention practices, and yes, breeding. We’re not lacking teachers, but we ar...

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Sheep Producers Australia: Insights from CEO Bonnie Skinner

Head Shepherd - March 31, 2024 18:00 - 47 minutes
Our guest on the podcast this week is Bonnie Skinner.  Bonnie is the CEO of Sheep Producers Australia (SPA), a levy board that advocates for a better future for Australia’s sheep industry. They do this in a multitude of ways: connecting farmers, consumers and government bodies. They advocate fo...

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Inside the Recipient Mare Herd from the Rood & Riddle Reproduction Center with Crystal Howard

StallSide Podcast - March 31, 2024 16:33 - 24 minutes ★★★★★ - 36 ratings
Join us on StallSide as we dive into the world of recipient mare management with Crystal Howard, manager of the Rood & Riddle Reproduction Center. Crystal provides an exclusive look into the workings of the recipient mare program, shedding light on the care, selection, and vital role these mares ...

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Ep. 078: Expert Horse Tips and Essential Gear for Trail Riding with Jodie Morton of Green, Gold and Blues

Beyond the Barn - March 26, 2024 10:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 40 ratings
On this part two episode, co-host Katy Starr continues her conversation with long distance trail rider, Jodie Morton of Green, Gold and Blues about: One item that she will never, EVER leave home without for a trail ride Her process for planning a safe and successful trail ride on big trails A...

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Ep190 - Marek’s Disease and Improving Resistance to Disease with Dr. Rodrigo Gallardo

Bred to Perfection - March 25, 2024 07:30 - 47 minutes ★★★★★ - 35 ratings
Today, we are talking with Dr. Gallardo about Marek’s Disease. This is a Pathogenic Virus, also known as Fowl Paralysis or Range Paralysis. Marek's Disease is by far one of the most common illnesses for backyard breeders and small flocks. Yet, it’s one of the most preventable illnesses out there...

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Maximising your pasture potential with Darren Gordon

Head Shepherd - March 24, 2024 18:00 - 33 minutes
With greater unpredictability in our weather patterns, managing pastures is an ever-evolving challenge for farmers. This week on the podcast we hope to help with some handy advice from consultant, Darren Gordon. This week we cover: The importance of pasture and feed-quality testing The geneti...

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Ep189 - What are the Benefits of Creating a Strain

Bred to Perfection - March 18, 2024 07:30 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 35 ratings
What are some of the benefits of creating your own strain? By creating your own strain, it gives you complete knowledge of that strain. You will know their behaviors, their breeding tendencies, what diseases they are susceptible or resistant to. You will know their performance abilities and thei...

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Flexolt®, Innovative Sheep Lice Management with MSD Animal Health

Head Shepherd - March 17, 2024 18:00 - 32 minutes
This week on the podcast, we’re talking about Flexolt®, a revolutionary new oral treatment for lice control in sheep. Our guests are Dr Jane Morrison and Dr Hamish Pike from our fantastic sponsors, MSD Animal Health. Flexolt is the first-ever oral lice treatment for sheep, giving you the ultim...

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Ep. 077: How Horses Help Break Down the Stigma of Mental Health with Jodie Morton of Green, Gold and Blues

Beyond the Barn - March 12, 2024 10:00 - 59 minutes ★★★★★ - 40 ratings
On this part one episode, co-host Katy Starr has a candid conversation with corporate life employee turned long distance horse rider and trailblazer for mental health, Jodie Morton of Green, Gold and Blues about: How the loss of those close to her inspired her journey to start Green, Gold and B...

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0506: Author Chris Lynch

Dog Words - March 12, 2024 06:00 - 33 minutes ★★★★★ - 10 ratings
National Book Award finalist Chris Lynch discusses his new novel Walkin’ the Dog. Learn more about the book and order it from its page at SimonandSchuster.com or wherever fine books are sold. From the Dog Words archives: 0301: Author Kate MacDougall 0226: Deaf Rescue Peggy with Chloe Shorten B...

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Ep188 - Bred to Perfection “Live Q&A”

Bred to Perfection - March 11, 2024 07:30 - 37 minutes ★★★★★ - 35 ratings
Join Kenny Troiano and his co-hosts, Nancy Troiano and Frank Bradley – as they talk about the breeding of gamefowl and chickens, and the issues that affect breeders like you. In this episode of Bred to Perfection Live, we answered your questions. This is a show you do not want to miss! We spec...

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Breeding Values and Objectives Explained with Dr Jamie Courter

Head Shepherd - March 10, 2024 18:00 - 40 minutes
What are breeding values? And why do you need a breeding objective? Our guest this week, Dr Jamie Courter, Mizzou Beef Genetics Extension Specialist, explains why they are so important for reaching our breeding goals.  Do you have a breeding objective? This is the first question Jamie asks ever...

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The Live Show (Ep124) Benefits of Breeding for the Complete Package

Bred to Perfection - March 04, 2024 08:30 - 52 minutes ★★★★★ - 35 ratings
Breeding for the complete package involves selecting individuals that possess a combination of desirable traits. Overall, breeding for the complete package offers numerous advantages in terms of improving breed characteristics, as well as, improved health and better resistance to disease, better...

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From Farm to Fashion with Iris and Wool

Head Shepherd - March 03, 2024 18:00 - 26 minutes
Tune in to our latest podcast episode as Emily Riggs, the founder and creative force behind Iris and Wool, shares her inspiring journey.  Emily and her husband live on a sheep property outside of Burra, South Australia. “I fell in love with my farmer and also fell in love with wool,” explains E...

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Behind the scenes with the Rood & Riddle Anesthesia and Surgery Technician Team

StallSide Podcast - March 01, 2024 14:33 - 34 minutes ★★★★★ - 36 ratings
Join hosts Dr. Bart Barber and Dr. Peter Morresey as they engage in discussions with Alexandra Conrow, Monique Cross, and Stephanie Welsh. These skilled technicians offer a firsthand account of their roles in the surgical process, highlighting the journey they undertake alongside the horse, from...

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0505: Dog Trainer Alex Peacock

Dog Words - February 28, 2024 08:00 - 53 minutes ★★★★★ - 10 ratings
Alex Peacock describes his journey from curious amateur dog trainer as a youth to growing up to become a professional trainer with both in-home and blended online learning programs specializing in helping dogs with anxiety. Learn more about Alex and his services at AlexsDogTrainingProgram.com. ...

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Ep. 076: Raising Sheep and Goats – How They’re the Same and How They’re Different

Beyond the Barn - February 27, 2024 11:00 - 57 minutes ★★★★★ - 40 ratings
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Fan Favorite Episode - Inbreeding vs In-and-In Breeding

Bred to Perfection - February 26, 2024 08:30 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 35 ratings
It’s amazing the conversation that can take place at the dinner table. And, that is exactly what happened here. I was visiting with Frank Bradley and his family in Kentucky. After a great meal (ribeye’s) and a couple bottles of beer (Coors Light), Frank asked me some interesting questions on bre...

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Setting Up for Shearing Success with Darren Spencer

Head Shepherd - February 25, 2024 18:00 - 43 minutes
This week on the podcast, Darren Spencer, President of the Western Australian Shearing Industry Association (WASIA), discusses some of the key issues faced by the wool industry, as well as how wool producers and the shearing industry can work together more effectively in the future. First up, D...

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Ep187 - Chicken Chat and Chicken Breeding

Bred to Perfection - February 19, 2024 08:30 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 35 ratings
Join Kenny Troiano and his co-hosts, Nancy Troiano and Frank Bradley – as they talk about the breeding of gamefowl and chickens, and the issues that affect breeders like you. In this episode of Bred to Perfection Live, we are going to discuss questions that I have asked on my Facebook page for a...