A unique podcast solely dedicated to the natural horse. The information covered in each episode is based on thousands of success cases using natural health care, practical wisdom, and science. Learn what horses need to live their best lives – body, mind, and spirit – and how diet, nutritional therapy, natural remedies, and holistic horse-keeping can work for your horse on all levels. Listen in to equip yourself with the knowledge you need to make informed decisions for your horse’s health with less stress, overwhelm, and confusion.
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Sep 29, 2026 · 29:17
Last week, we spoke about supplements, exploring how to select them, how to combine them intentionally, and how a simpler program that focuses on the actual root cause will…
Sep 22, 2026 · 32:09
Last week, we explored why a supplement that produces remarkable results in one horse can make virtually no difference in another, and what that comes down to. If you haven’t…
Sep 15, 2026 · 28:07
Last week, we discussed the hidden cost of chasing symptoms instead of root causes, and the importance of understanding that symptoms are the messengers, not the problem. We’re…
Sep 8, 2026 · 30:54
Last week, we discussed what it takes for horses to recover and heal truly. Today, we’re building on that by clarifying the hidden cost of chasing symptoms instead of uncovering…
Sep 1, 2026 · 25:26
Horses need rest, especially when they’re dealing with metabolic issues. Their nervous systems need it, and in many cases, rest is an important part of their recovery. So today,…
Mar 3, 2026 · 54:12
I’m delighted to have Trish Collins, owner of a 30-year-old mare called Teddy, joining me today to discuss the challenges of supporting a senior horse. We unpack the dietary…
Feb 24, 2026 · 46:53
Over the last few episodes, we’ve explored topics related to mindset, how we approach our horse’s health, what we notice, and how to interpret what we see. This week, I help you…
Feb 17, 2026 · 51:19
We're getting uncomfortably honest today. In this episode, I continue the conversation I began early in January, to support you with invaluable mindset and perspective shifts,…
Feb 10, 2026 · 38:40
Welcome to our 100th podcast episode! In the last episode, we discussed permitting yourself to trust your instincts. Today, we continue that discussion, diving even deeper into…
Feb 3, 2026 · 29:21
We’re talking about permission today. In last month’s Firehorse Fierce episode, we briefly touched on permission-seeking. Today, I clarify what that really means. Too often, we…
Jan 27, 2026 · 29:23
Today, we’re continuing our conversation about mindset and perspective when it comes to your horse’s health. This year, I have received many messages about navigating information…
Jan 20, 2026 · 47:07
Last week, we looked at how easily our sense of urgency can spill over onto our horses. We explored ways to manage our fears and the urge to intervene when all our horses need is…
Jan 13, 2026 · 34:12
I have spent the past few weeks reflecting because the start of a new year naturally brings a desire to change what we do, how we do things, or even how we think. If you’ve been…
Dec 9, 2025 · 24:04
Every year, from late November to early December, we roll up our sleeves, set the dates, map out the plan, and fine-tune the details for the year ahead. Join me today for an…
Dec 2, 2025 · 26:13
This week, we are continuing with the theme of toxicity because it lies at the root of most health issues horses experience. Looking back at past cases, the pattern is…
Nov 25, 2025 · 23:31
Much of what we read online about horse health is misleading. So, for those of you following a more natural and holistic path by focusing on the diet, lifestyle, and environment…
Nov 18, 2025 · 21:22
Last week, we explored the early signs of toxicity in horses. Today, we revisit a previous episode to clarify what toxicity is and how it affects your horse. Toxicity is one of…
Nov 11, 2025 · 27:02
We’re talking about toxicity today. I’ve been seeing several cases lately where toxicity plays a role, so I thought it was time to revisit the topic. In episode 53, I covered the…
Nov 4, 2025 · 21:32
Today I’m sharing winter nutrition tips for horses. As temperatures drop and the seasons shift, you will need to adjust your feeding to support your horse’s health through the…
Oct 21, 2025 · 23:14
This week, we’re tackling a question horse owners often ask, which is why their horses eat dirt. Some horses only lick or nibble dirt occasionally, while others take it to…
Oct 14, 2025 · 19:47
With winter just around the corner, I decided to offer some tips today, for preparing mash in the colder months. Stay tuned for practical tips to make soaking and preparing mash…
Oct 7, 2025 · 22:20
Today, we are exploring how our mindset can influence the decisions we make about challenges to our horses’ health. Whether you are dealing with a common issue or a new diagnosis…
Sep 23, 2025 · 27:01
As we move from summer to fall, and temperatures at night start to cool, subtle changes begin to occur in our horses. Shorter days trigger powerful hormonal shifts, often before…
Sep 16, 2025 · 25:28
This week, we are diving into skin problems with horses. Skin problems are hard to ignore. They are right in your face, so they grab your attention instantly. Types of Skin…
Sep 2, 2025 · 32:57
The thyroid gland plays a crucial role in the metabolic health and overall vitality of horses, yet it is often overlooked or treated only when serious problems arise.…
Aug 26, 2025 · 45:06
In Episode 13 last year, I covered some of what I discussed in my free webinar series, Become Your Horse’s Healer. We have a replay of that episode today, so tune in to learn how…
Aug 19, 2025 · 25:21
This week, we are revisiting the topics of insulin resistance and equine metabolic syndrome (EMS). Those issues have been on my mind recently due to the many questions I have…
Aug 12, 2025 · 19:28
Today, we are focusing on how much a horse should eat. Horses should not eat continuously, but determining the right amount of food and finding the right balance between enough…
Aug 5, 2025 · 28:06
This week, we are focusing on dosing. In this episode, I explain the concept of the minimum effective dose, which is the smallest dosage required for the body to respond to or…
Jul 29, 2025 · 22:25
We are exploring glucosamine today. About a decade ago, glucosamine was marketed and sold as a joint supplement for horses. It is still available for joint support in dogs and…
Jul 22, 2025 · 24:58
Today, we cover three foods to avoid for better horse health. This topic ties into our last discussion, where we explored toxicity in horses and how accumulated toxins can build…
Jul 15, 2025 · 1:06:51
I am excited to welcome Jessica Fobert as my guest today! Over the past decade, Jessica and I have worked together on many challenging cases, and I have come to value her input…
Jul 8, 2025 · 21:55
This week, we explore some key contributors to laminitis, other than grass, that every horse owner should be aware of. In the last episode, we discussed sugar-induced laminitis…
Jul 1, 2025 · 19:26
Today, we are tackling the topic of laminitis and exploring those early-stage situations where your horse begins to show signs of soreness and tenderness. What we focus on today…
Jun 24, 2025 · 19:07
The symptoms most horses experience from digestive issues and anxiety tend to cause them lots of discomfort. Fortunately, there is a wonderful plant horse owners can use to…
Jun 17, 2025 · 21:25
This week, our focus returns to the equine diet. Whether you are supporting overall health or addressing a particular issue in a horse, it always starts with their food. That…
Jun 3, 2025 · 18:17
June has arrived, and everything is turning green again. With no more mud and ice around, it becomes much easier for horse owners living in wet and snowy areas to get their…
May 27, 2025 · 23:44
This week, we are taking a closer look at equine sarcoids. Equine sarcoids are a common issue that can be concerning for horse owners. These skin growths are neither serious nor…
May 20, 2025 · 22:29
This week, we continue where we left off last week, exploring equine eye conditions through a holistic lens. A holistic approach focuses primarily on optimizing the diet and…
May 13, 2025 · 26:50
This week, we are focusing on eye health in horses. Eye conditions consistently rank among the most common and concerning issues reported by horse owners. With vision being such…
May 6, 2025 · 18:21
This week, we are following up on our last discussion about sourcing the right hay for your horse by focusing on the practice of soaking hay. Soaking hay is a common strategy for…
Apr 29, 2025 · 23:54
Today, we tackle hay, an essential yet often overlooked component of an equine diet. Hay provides most of the calories and nutrition horses need, especially in colder climates.…
Apr 22, 2025 · 18:24
As spring approaches, many horse owners become concerned about what the grass returning could mean for their more sugar-sensitive horses, as those horses usually have a history…
Apr 15, 2025 · 23:54
Today, we share seven key pointers to help you, as a horse owner, plan a parasite control program for your horse. In this episode, you will learn how to formulate a parasite…
Apr 8, 2025 · 20:19
This week, we are following up on last week’s topic about the adverse effects of parasites on our horses by talking about fecal egg counts. As horse owners, it is essential to…
Apr 1, 2025 · 32:55
As spring approaches, it is time to start thinking about parasite management. Parasites are a complicated topic that often gets oversimplified when searching for information. A…
Mar 25, 2025 · 20:44
One of the most common mistakes horse owners tend to make is opting for supplements before evaluating their horse’s diet. Today, we are taking a closer look at supplements and…
Mar 18, 2025 · 20:35
Today, we are bringing you a rerun of Episode 16. This episode explores alfalfa, a highly nutritious feed that often leaves horse owners uncertain due to the many conflicting…
Mar 11, 2025 · 19:58
The adrenal glands play a crucial role in keeping horses healthy and resilient. My recent hands-on experience with horse dissections highlighted the importance of the adrenal…
Feb 25, 2025 · 20:02
Dedicated owners want the best for their equine companions. However, understanding what is going on with a horse’s health can sometimes be puzzling. Creating a health profile for…
Feb 18, 2025 · 24:04
We are officially opening enrollment for my signature program, Healing Horses Their Way 2025 , which I was proud to launch in 2018! Every year, from late November to early…
Feb 4, 2025 · 26:24
Boarding horses can be a solution for owners who do not have enough space or time for full-time care. However, owners often struggle with losing control over aspects like…
Jan 28, 2025 · 22:55
Horse owners often want to know if their efforts to heal their horses are making a difference, especially after long periods of frustration and uncertainty. In those situations,…
Dec 3, 2024 · 24:04
We are working hard, gearing up to launch my signature program, Healing Horses Their Way 2025 . From late November to early December, we start rolling up our sleeves, setting the…
Nov 26, 2024 · 23:55
Today, we cover three foods to avoid for better horse health. This topic ties into our last discussion, where we explored toxicity in horses and how accumulated toxins can build…
Nov 19, 2024 · 21:22
We are focusing on toxicity today. Toxicity is one of the leading causes of equine disease. When the toxic load of horses exceeds what they can process, it becomes hard for their…
Nov 5, 2024 · 29:42
Horses are expensive to keep. As they get older and their health declines, horses require more care. The financial pressure of covering all the costs can lead some owners to make…
Oct 29, 2024 · 20:51
This week, I share three homeopathic remedies for horses with colds or flu. The seasonal shift to winter can make horses more susceptible to colds and flu, as horses often…
Oct 15, 2024 · 24:28
Today, we are exploring the benefits of Vitamin B6. Vitamin B6 is an essential nutrient for horses and humans, and I use it regularly for various purposes. In this episode, I…
Oct 8, 2024 · 18:20
Today, we are tackling the topic of swelling, a symptom I often encounter in horses. Swelling, particularly in the udder or sheath, is usually accompanied by extremity swelling…
Oct 1, 2024 · 15:11
Food is most important for horses. Last time, we covered the signs indicating your horse may need a food change. Today, I follow that up by diving into five signs that your horse…
Sep 17, 2024 · 21:31
Horses should love their food because it is important to them. However, many horse owners struggle to determine whether their horse's diet provides enough nutrition or if…
Sep 10, 2024 · 28:14
We are exploring muscle testing for horses today. Muscle testing is an alternative tool that is gaining popularity in equine care. You can use it to determine the best remedies…
Sep 3, 2024 · 25:50
This week, we are focusing on the benefits of chaste berry. Chaste berry is an herb that ties right into our recent podcasts on the effects of PPID (Cushing’s Syndrome) or…
Aug 20, 2024 · 20:56
This week, we examine how dopamine affects horses with PPID. There is a significant link between dopamine, diet, lifestyle, nutrition, and the symptoms commonly associated with…
Aug 13, 2024 · 29:21
This week, we focus on Cushing syndrome, now known as PPID. There is currently an epidemic of horses being diagnosed with this issue. It is a complex condition involving much…
Aug 6, 2024 · 23:44
This week, we are exploring sweet itch, also known as summer eczema. This condition usually affects horses with hypersensitivity to insect bites and often occurs from bites from…
Jul 30, 2024 · 20:49
This week, we are covering how long owners must continue supplementing their horses. In my courses, on my Facebook groups, and even via emails, horse owners often want to know…
Jul 16, 2024 · 27:57
This week, we are exploring the benefits of journaling for improving equine health. Journaling is invaluable for anyone facing health issues with their horses or those who want…
Jul 9, 2024 · 30:53
This week, I explore ways to help horses that find it hard to gain weight. Many horses struggle to gain weight, which is a significant concern for their owners, particularly…
Jul 2, 2024 · 55:17
Today, I have a special guest called Peggy joining me to share her story of overcoming the health challenges she faced with her horse Cami. Peggy lives in Alabama. She has two…
Jun 25, 2024 · 26:01
This week, we are looking at uveitis, sometimes known as moon blindness in horses. Uveitis is a big concern for horse owners because it can lead to blindness and, in severe…
Jun 18, 2024 · 35:08
This week, we are shifting our focus to hormones in mares. Many horse owners are eager to learn how to manage hormonal mares and better understand their behavior. While the most…
Jun 11, 2024 · 34:43
We are currently experiencing an epidemic of stress-related conditions in horses, affecting virtually every aspect of their health. So, this week, we are focusing on ways to…
May 28, 2024 · 47:17
Stress is a significant concern for horses, as it influences countless aspects of their health and well-being. So, this week, I invited Glenn Stewart to join me to dive into the…
May 21, 2024 · 29:23
This week, we return to the basics of equine care to focus on the three Fs of fundamental requirements for a healthy horse. The three Fs stand for forage, friendship, and…
May 14, 2024 · 17:13
Even though homeopathy is the second-largest medicine system in the world, many people have never even heard of it.So, this week, I am focusing on using homeopathy to finish a…
May 7, 2024 · 25:00
Over the past few weeks, I have covered equine metabolic syndrome, insulin resistance, and thyroid function. One of the minerals essential for many of those physical processes is…
Apr 30, 2024 · 24:44
Today, we are diving into a case study of a horse called Monty. His journey is an inspiring story of dedication and progress. His owner, Lisa, and I started addressing his issues…
Apr 23, 2024 · 20:30
Today, we are diving into the best method for preventing and promoting recovery from Equine Metabolic Syndrome. While equine health issues often get labeled for clarity, it is…
Apr 16, 2024 · 31:35
This week, we are continuing with our discussion on Equine Metabolic Syndrome. As spring approaches in many parts of the world, horse owners are on high alert, looking for signs…
Apr 9, 2024 · 25:32
This week, we are diving into the best approach for your horse regarding Equine Metabolic Syndrome (EMS). As April and May approach, many horse owners start thinking about…
Apr 2, 2024 · 34:48
This week, I offer guidelines for supplementation and acclimating your horse to a brand-new natural health program. Introducing new foods can be challenging, especially if your…
Mar 26, 2024 · 22:06
This week, we explore why fiber is essential in a horse’s feeding program. In past episodes, we have discussed food toxicity and what to avoid in your horse's feeding program,…
Mar 19, 2024 · 33:18
This week, we are talking about liver health for horses. The liver is a workhorse, carrying out over 500 functions in the equine body. If even one of those functions were…
Mar 12, 2024 · 20:57
Today, we are focusing on the importance of exercise for horses. Exercise is essential for a horse’s health plan, even though it can sometimes be challenging for owners to find…
Mar 5, 2024 · 19:53
I have been working with horses and formulating health programs for them for the last 13 years. Some of my biggest mistakes during this time have become my most valued lessons-…
Feb 27, 2024 · 29:20
Today, we are focusing on a condition called leaky gut. A leaky gut can sometimes be elusive, so owners often fail to recognize it as a digestive problem when looking at their…
Feb 20, 2024 · 27:35
Today, I focus on vitamin C, one of my favorite nutrients. Vitamin C is super handy. It is not a miracle cure, but I have seen it work wonders for horses, so it is worth…
Feb 13, 2024 · 23:13
Horses can be picky, and they prefer certain flavors more than others. This week, I share five healthy food options your horse will love. Unfortunately, processed food has become…
Feb 6, 2024 · 18:44
Picky eating in horses is a common concern for horse owners. Horses, like people, can be very selective about what they like to eat- particularly after being introduced to a new…
Jan 30, 2024 · 24:35
Today, we follow on from our last episode, where we spoke about feeding horses alfalfa. In this episode, we focus on protein deficiencies. To assess how effective a horse's diet…
Jan 23, 2024 · 20:35
One of the most widely discussed topics around horse health is food. Today, we focus on alfalfa, a nutritional source that often leaves horse owners with questions because there…
Jan 16, 2024 · 22:33
Last week, I introduced the principles of homeopathy. This week, I explore a practical example of an effective, all-round homeopathic remedy. Arnica is a well-known homeopathic…
Jan 9, 2024 · 25:02
We are diving into homeopathy for horses today. I love and appreciate homeopathy, and I am studying to gain the necessary credentials to become a homeopath for humans. Homeopathy…
Jan 2, 2024 · 48:03
Happy New Year, and welcome to the first episode of Healing Horses with Elisha for 2024! I am excited to kick this year off with a topic to spark your thoughts about health goals…
Dec 26, 2023 · 51:20
I am delighted to have a special guest joining me on the show today as we wrap up for 2023! Dr. Lizzie McCready is an expert in equine veterinary medicine, having worked in…
Dec 19, 2023 · 27:16
This week, I dive into more ways to support a healthy equine microbiome. In the last episode, I explained what a microbiome is and why it is essential for every aspect of a…
Dec 12, 2023 · 30:15
Today, I explore the equine microbiome. The microbiome is a crucial aspect of overall equine health. It is an ecosystem in the gut that supports the immune system of horses. It…
Dec 5, 2023 · 24:49
This week, I discuss one of the plants I use frequently in my equine health programs. Licorice root is widely known for its unmistakable sweetness and distinct flavor. In…
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