This episode breaks down the current EHV-1 (EHM) outbreak in the U.S., covering clinical signs, transmission, and incubation periods.
Listeners will learn about vaccine limitations, why quarantine and low-stress management matter, and practical biosecurity measures—cleaning, disinfectants (70% alcohol, hydrogen peroxide, chlorhexidine), and when to avoid bleach on dirty surfaces.
Advice emphasizes keeping horses home when possible, monitoring for fever and limb swelling, and consulting your veterinarian for case-specific guidance.

<description>&lt;p&gt;This episode breaks down the current EHV-1 (EHM) outbreak in the U.S., covering clinical signs, transmission, and incubation periods.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Listeners will learn about vaccine limitations, why quarantine and low-stress management matter, and practical biosecurity measures—cleaning, disinfectants (70% alcohol, hydrogen peroxide, chlorhexidine), and when to avoid bleach on dirty surfaces.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Advice emphasizes keeping horses home when possible, monitoring for fever and limb swelling, and consulting your veterinarian for case-specific guidance.&lt;/p&gt;
</description>

This episode breaks down the current EHV-1 (EHM) outbreak in the U.S., covering clinical signs, transmission, and incubation periods.Listeners will learn about vaccine limitations, why quarantine and low-stress management matter, and practical biosecurity measures—cleaning, disinfectants (70% alcohol, hydrogen peroxide, chlorhexidine), and when to avoid bleach on dirty surfaces.Advice emphasizes keeping horses home when possible, monitoring for fever and limb swelling, and consulting your veterinarian for case-specific guidance.

EHV-1 Outbreak Explained: Symptoms, Risks, and What Horse Owners Should Do

Hosts Nancy McLean and Kate Acton discuss a 2025 study on how owner&ndash;veterinarian interactions affect recognition and management of pain in horses, using owners&rsquo; stories and vets&rsquo; perspectives to highlight subtle behavioral signs and practical decisions.
The episode emphasizes the importance of knowing each horse&rsquo;s normal behavior, keeping compassionate communication open with veterinary teams, planning for aging horses, and making welfare-focused choices.
Research Link:
<a href='https://www.cambridge.org/core/journals/animal-welfare/article/owners-everyday-interactions-with-their-horse-painrelated-issues-and-those-of-veterinary-concern/8709217EEB13EFA934E783A03204E973?utm_campaign=shareaholic&amp;utm_medium=email_this&amp;utm_source=email'>https://www.cambridge.org/core/journals/animal-welfare/article/owners-everyday-interactions-with-their-horse-painrelated-issues-and-those-of-veterinary-concern/8709217EEB13EFA934E783A03204E973?utm_campaign=shareaholic&amp;utm_medium=email_this&amp;utm_source=email</a>

<description>&lt;p&gt;Hosts Nancy McLean and Kate Acton discuss a 2025 study on how owner&amp;ndash;veterinarian interactions affect recognition and management of pain in horses, using owners&amp;rsquo; stories and vets&amp;rsquo; perspectives to highlight subtle behavioral signs and practical decisions.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The episode emphasizes the importance of knowing each horse&amp;rsquo;s normal behavior, keeping compassionate communication open with veterinary teams, planning for aging horses, and making welfare-focused choices.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Research Link:&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;a href='https://www.cambridge.org/core/journals/animal-welfare/article/owners-everyday-interactions-with-their-horse-painrelated-issues-and-those-of-veterinary-concern/8709217EEB13EFA934E783A03204E973?utm_campaign=shareaholic&amp;amp;utm_medium=email_this&amp;amp;utm_source=email'&gt;https://www.cambridge.org/core/journals/animal-welfare/article/owners-everyday-interactions-with-their-horse-painrelated-issues-and-those-of-veterinary-concern/8709217EEB13EFA934E783A03204E973?utm_campaign=shareaholic&amp;amp;utm_medium=email_this&amp;amp;utm_source=email&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
</description>

Hosts Nancy McLean and Kate Acton discuss a 2025 study on how owner&ndash;veterinarian interactions affect recognition and management of pain in horses, using owners&rsquo; stories and vets&rsquo; perspectives to highlight subtle behavioral signs and practical decisions.
The episode emphasizes the importance of knowing each horse&rsquo;s normal behavior, keeping compassionate communication open with veterinary teams, planning for aging horses, and making welfare-focused choices.
Research Link:
https://www.cambridge.org/core/journals/animal-welfare/article/owners-everyday-interactions-with-their-horse-painrelated-issues-and-those-of-veterinary-concern/8709217EEB13EFA934E783A03204E973?utm_campaign=shareaholic&amp;utm_medium=email_this&amp;utm_source=email

Knowing When to Let Go: Owners, Vets, and Pain in Aging Horses

Nancy and Kate conclude their discussion on the current research and the Flying Lead Change book by Kelly Wendorf. 

Sign up for the Kelly Wendorf clinic at the InStride episode page link.

<description>Nancy and Kate conclude their discussion on the current research and the Flying Lead Change book by Kelly Wendorf. 

Sign up for the Kelly Wendorf clinic at the InStride episode page link.</description>

Episode 201 Part 2 of Identifying Effective States of Horses

Nancy and Kate conclude their discussion on the current research and the Flying Lead Change book by Kelly Wendorf.


<description>Nancy and Kate conclude their discussion on the current research and the Flying Lead Change book by Kelly Wendorf.
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Episode 201- Part 2 of Identifying Effective States of Horses

Nancy and Kate discuss identifying and measuring the emotional states of horses. 
Link to research: https://doi.org/10.1093/tas/txaf033

Book by Kelly Wendorf: Flying Lead Change. 

Instride Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-stride/id1602148957

<description>Nancy and Kate discuss identifying and measuring the emotional states of horses. 
Link to research: https://doi.org/10.1093/tas/txaf033

Book by Kelly Wendorf: Flying Lead Change. 

Instride Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-stride/id1602148957</description>

Identifying affective states of horses.

Kate Acton (from Ireland) and Nancy McLean (from the USA) discuss equine research projects and studies to help bridge the gap between the scientific community and the general community of horse owners, trainers and enthusiasts.

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