About this podcast
As horse owners, we always strive to do what’s best for our horses. They are our soulmates and a lifelong passion! Brought to you by Tribute® Superior Equine Nutrition, the Equine Connection Podcast is where health, nutrition and love for the horse come together. We share helpful advice, tips and tricks to help all horse owners better care for their four-legged partners.
Episodes
The newest 20 of 200 episodes
- Lupins: A Soy Alternative for Horses · 10 min · Episode 310Dr. Nicole Rambo and Heather explore lupins, a key ingredient in Tribute’s new Equilibrium line. They explain how commercially grown sweet lupins differ from wild varieties and…
- Feeding Fat to Horses: How Much Is Too Much? · 19 min · Episode 309Dr. Nicole Rambo and Sarah explain when, why and how much fat to feed horses for energy and weight gain. They compare common fat sources, including oils, rice bran and omega-oil…
- Hay Dunking in Horses: Harmless Habit or Health Concern? · 15 min · Episode 308Why do some horses insist on dunking their hay in water before eating it? Dr. Nicole Rambo and Sarah explore this curious behavior and whether it's simply a preference or a sign…
- Is Your Horse’s Diet Ready for Winter? · 15 min · Episode 307Dr. Nicole Rambo and Heather explain how to assess body condition and topline, confirm what your horse is actually being fed, and test hay rather than assuming its quality is the…
- Is Equi-Librium Right For Your Horse? · 23 min · Episode 306Dr. Nicole Rambo and Sarah discuss Tribute’s new Equilibrium range for metabolic and digestive support. Its four products—a ration balancer, senior feed, forage blend, and…
- Truth About Fall Horse Pasture & Its Sugar Content · 14 min · Episode 305Dr. Nicole Rambo and Heather explain why pasture sugar can become a hidden risk during the fall, especially for horses with insulin dysregulation or a history of laminitis…
- Cribbing in Horses: Myths, Stress Triggers, and Practical Management · 19 min · Episode 304Dr. Nicole Rambo and Sarah talk all about cribbing, which is a common horse behavior that is often linked to stress and may become an addictive coping habit. In this episode…
- Transitioning a Growing Horse to Work · 17 min · Episode 303Dr. Nicole Rambo and Heather share an update on Chicago, Heather’s Quarter Horse–Brabant cross, as he begins light training at two. Bred for a future mounted patrol role, Chicago…
- Safe Strategies for Significant Horse Weight Loss and Weight Gain · 30 min · Episode 302Dr. Nicole Rambo and Sarah explain how to safely help horses gain or lose significant weight. They discuss measuring forage and feed accurately, setting realistic timelines, and…
- Tribute Equi-Librium: Ultra-Low NSC Nutrition for Horses · 19 min · Episode 301Dr. Nicole Rambo and Heather introduce Tribute Superior Equine Nutrition’s Equilibrium line, a four-product range developed through nearly five years of research into nutrition…
- Pasture or Stall? Practical Tips for Every Horse · 20 min · Episode 300Dr. Nicole Rambo and Sarah explore how pasture and stall board shape a horse’s forage access, nutrition, and daily management. They compare grass versus hay, continual grazing…
- Wait, You Feed Your Horse How Much? · 12 min · Episode 299Dr. Nicole Rambo and equine specialist Heather explain how to accurately measure horse feed for personalized feeding plans. Terms like “one scoop” or “four cups” can be…
- Summer Trials and Tribulations with Horses · 18 min · Episode 298Dr. Nicole Rambo and Sarah explore common summer horse health challenges and practical management strategies. They discuss effective fly control, skin conditions such as sweet…
- Help! My Horse Feed Is Out of Stock · 15 min · Episode 297Dr. Nichol Rambo and Heather explain what to do when your horse’s usual feed is unavailable. They discuss when similar formulas may be safely swapped, why most feed transitions…
- Hot Horse? Here’s What to Do · 20 min · Episode 296Dr. Nicole Rambo and Sarah share research-backed strategies for cooling horses in hot, humid weather. They explain why continuous cold-water application over large muscle groups…
- Weaning Foals: Nutrition for Healthy Growth · 14 min · Episode 295Dr. Nicole Rambo and equine specialist Heather answer common questions about weaning foals and supporting healthy growth. They discuss introducing creep feed before weaning…
- Anhidrosis in Horses: The Hidden Danger of Summer · 18 min · Episode 294Dr. Nicole Rambo and Sarah explain equine anhidrosis, a condition that prevents horses from cooling themselves properly. Learn the warning signs, when to call your veterinarian…
- Horse Sarcoids: What Nutrition Can (and Can’t) Do · 14 min · Episode 293Dr. Nicole Rambo and Heather answer a customer question about feeding a horse with sarcoids, explaining what they are, what causes them, and the treatment options available. They…
- Electrolytes 101 For Horses · 20 min · Episode 292Dr. Nicole Rambo and Sarah discuss the critical role of electrolytes—minerals such as sodium, chloride, potassium, calcium, and magnesium—in supporting hydration, performance…
- Hot Weather Nutrition For Your Horses · 19 min · Episode 291Dr. Nicole Rambo and Sarah discuss how hot weather affects horses and whether summer changes their nutritional needs. While heat doesn't usually increase calorie requirements…
