On this episode of Horses, Hope & Hustle, Crystal sits down with Heidi Schlenker, a self-taught entrepreneur bringing a fresh — and bold — perspective to the breeding world.
We dive into what it really takes to stand a stallion, the role of mitochondrial DNA in breeding decisions, and how understanding the mare side can completely change the way you look at pedigrees. Heidi also breaks down the concept of “nicking” — and how she’s working to modernize it through the creation of QuarterNicks.
Fair warning… this one’s a little unhinged — but it’s packed with insight. Between the laughs and the chaos is some seriously valuable information that challenges traditional thinking and pushes the conversation around breeding forward.
If you’re ready to think differently about pedigrees, performance, and the future of the industry, this episode is one you won’t want to miss.
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