No. 181. Daisy Bicking - Preventing Laminitis, A Farrier's Perspective

🎓 About Our Guest Daisy started in hoof care in 2003 when her own horse foundered. Quickly realizing her passion for feet motivated Daisy to start Daisy Haven Farm, Inc. which rehabilitates the equine foot on and off-site, specializing in horses with metabolic disorders and laminitis. Daisy has studied a broad spectrum of barefoot trimming styles, composite material applications, and other alternative support options with KC LaPierre, ELPO, Monique Craig, Mike Salvoldi, and more. She attends the Int'l Hoof-Care Summit, The Laminitis Conference and other seminars annually. 🔑 5 Key Takeaways From This Episode ✅What Laminitis Really Is Wendy Murdoch and Daisy break down the medical vs. layman’s terms (“founder” vs. “laminitis”) so you can spot early warning signs long before disaster strikes. ✅Why Not All Green Grass is Created Equal Learn how modern pastures, weather swings, and even feed company trends are affecting your horses and what you can do about it. ✅How to Assess Your Horse’s Risk at a Glance Get the scoop on fat pads, the Henneke Body Condition Scale, and why that “big-boned” look might be more dangerous than you think. ✅Pro-Tips for Smart Forage Management Stop stressing over hay analysis! Daisy shares straightforward strategies for feeding and managing metabolic or at-risk horses that won’t drive you bonkers. ✅How Your Care Team Can Make (or Break) Success How Your Care Team Can Make (or Break) Success 🧠 Fun Fact Did you know you can literally feel a metabolic horse’s neck crest soften within an hour of removing sugary feed? Palpating the crest is one handy way to spot (and track!) metabolic shifts. Science meets hands-on horse care—who knew? ⏱️ Timestamps & Chapters 00:00 Managing Spring Laminitis Risks 05:49 Understanding Laminitis and Founder 11:16 Anatomy: Laminae and Hoof Structure 16:47 Laminitis Terminology and Types 22:12 Laminitis Causes: Toxemia & Metabolic 29:18 Breed Disposition and Winter Founder 34:25 Prevention Focus: Diet and Care Teams 40:08 Recognizing Metabolic Phenotypes 46:08 Body Condition Scoring in Practice 52:27 Effective Weight Loss Strategies 58:09 Forage, Hay Testing, and Feeding Methods 01:05:12 Simplifying Diet and Supplements 01:13:02 Bloodwork and Radiograph Protocols 01:20:03 Practical Hoof Care and Protective Boots 01:38:34 Identifying Early Hoof Warning Signs 🌟 What Else Does Wendy Offer? Whether you want to ride better, help your horse move more freely, or go on an unforgettable adventure, Wendy has something for you: 📘 Free E-Booklet: The Feldenkrais Method® for Effortless Riding https://www.wendymurdoch.com/wrc-feld... 🐎 The Whole Rider® Course LIVE (Get Notified): https://www.wendymurdoch.com/wrclp On-Demand: https://www.wendymurdoch.com/wrc-eg-s... 🐴 The Effortless Horse® Course LIVE (Get Notified): https://www.wendymurdoch.com/teh-eip On-Demand: https://www.wendymurdoch.com/teh-eg-s... 🌍 Horsing Around International Adventures https://www.horsingaroundinternationa... 🌎 Connect with Wendy Murdoch 🌐 Website: https://murdochmethod.com 📘 Facebook:   / murdochmethod   📸 Instagram:  / murdoch_method   💚 Wendy’s Mission To bring quality information to horse enthusiasts, improve the lives of horses, and enhance well-being for both horse and rider. Enjoy the Ride! 🤔 Question for You Who would you like Wendy to interview next on Webinars With Wendy? 👇 Drop your suggestion in the comments below! #Laminitis#HorseHealth#SpringLaminitis#EquineWellness#HorseCareTips#PreventLaminitis#FarrierAdvice#HoofHealth#HorseOwners#MetabolicHorses#EquineNutrition#HoofCare#EquineVet#WebinarsWithWendy#daisybicking Keywords: laminitis, horse health, equine metabolic syndrome, prevention, farrier, hoof care, spring grass, insulin resistance, obesity, body condition score, diet, hay testing, dry lot, hoof rings, white line disease, retracted sole, chronic laminitis, acute laminitis, hoof boots, inflammation, endocrine disorders, exercise, radiographs, draft horses, pony, hoof trim, vet care, hoof anatomy, EMS, PPID