125. Roundtable: Navigating Horse Welfare and Industry Standards
125. Roundtable: Navigating Horse Welfare and Industry Standards  
Podcast: On The Rail
Published On: Mon Dec 30 2024
Description: **Disclaimer: Liz's audio is not great for this episode, we are working on getting her a new mic. Thanks for the understanding!** In this episode of On The Rail Podcast, we facilitate a roundtable discussion about the state of horse welfare in the stock horse show industry. The conversation includes insights from professionals, amateurs, and a veterinary medicine expert. The panelists touch on the importance of self-policing within the industry, the pressures faced by trainers, and the necessity of better educating the public about our equine care and practices. They also explore the need for more stewards, the role of associations in consistently enforcing welfare rules, and the potential for involving amateurs in stewardship. The episode highlights the multifaceted nature of horse welfare and the steps required to foster a more humane and transparent industry. Related Links / Products: -The Stamping Iron - Logos, Custom E-Commerce Storefront & More! 00:00 Welcome to the On the Rail Podcast 01:07 Housekeeping and Giveaways 02:05 Introducing the Roundtable Guests 02:49 Colton Crystal's Background 03:11 Chelsea's Journey in the Horse Industry 03:43 Angelica Siegel's Return to the Industry 04:21 Suzi's Veterinary Perspective 05:31 Amanda Delgado's Unique Path 06:10 Western Dressage and AQHA 07:31 Discussing Horse Welfare Rules 11:02 Tail Testing and Industry Challenges 29:51 Public Perception and Industry Standards 51:22 Understanding Misconceptions in the Horse Industry 52:26 Welfare Challenges in Breed Shows 56:07 Open Communication with Clients 57:30 Balancing Competitive Goals and Horse Welfare 01:01:12 Health and Wellness Concerns 01:03:32 The Importance of Policing Ourselves 01:06:16 The Issue with Riding Two-Year-Olds 01:14:13 Enforcing Welfare Rules in Associations 01:25:29 Educating the Public and Industry Members 01:35:06 Final Thoughts and Future Directions