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The Horse First: A Veterinary Sport Horse PodcastDeep Discussions about Unspoken Problems in Sport Horses: Dr. Audrey DeClue, Dr. Ellen Hillyer and Dr. Brandy AshmanDr. Audrey DeClue, Dr. Brandy Ashman, and Dr. Ellen Hillyer discuss the top reasons sport horse owners jump between vets. This includes a lack of agreed answers, poor pain recognition, and failure to link behavior with pain/rideability. They cite Sue Dyson's pain ethogram and note axial lameness is complex, non-limb, and often pelvic dysfunction. Education gaps persist as well, including only one hour of axial lameness in vet school and overlooking saddle fit issues. They emphasize collaboration (vet–owner–trainer–farrier), realistic expectations, and 2026 as a pivotal year for change.
2026-01-3056 minThe Horse First: A Veterinary Sport Horse PodcastSciatica in Sport HorsesDr. Audrey DeClue discusses the impact of stray voltage on livestock and its parallels with sciatica in sport horses. She highlights a 2023 study on stray voltage in cattle farms, noting its effects on animal behavior and productivity. Dr. DeClue emphasizes the lack of research on sciatica in horses compared to humans and other species, where it affects 40% of the population. She describes clinical signs of sciatica in horses, such as hind limb lameness and reluctance to move, and advocates for better recognition and management by veterinarians.
2025-12-3142 min
Horse Radio Network All Shows Feed1613: Shivers, A New Look at an Old Problem, by Equestrian Plus - Horse Tip DailyToday's tip features Horse Radio Network founder Glenn the Geek and co-host Ashley having a chat with Dr. Audrey Declue about Shivers.Host: Coach JennTodays contributors: Horses In The Morning, Dr. Audrey Declue from DeClue Equine, LLC, host of The Horse First PodcastSupport provided by Equestrian PlusAdditional support for this episode provided by HRN AuditorsListen to more podcasts for horse people at Horse Radio Network
2025-11-2617 minHorse Tip Daily1613: Shivers, A New Look at an Old Problem, by Equestrian PlusToday's tip features Horse Radio Network founder Glenn the Geek and co-host Ashley having a chat with Dr. Audrey Declue about Shivers.Host: Coach JennTodays contributors: Horses In The Morning, Dr. Audrey Declue from DeClue Equine, LLC, host of The Horse First PodcastSupport provided by Equestrian PlusAdditional support for this episode provided by HRN AuditorsListen to more podcasts for horse people at Horse Radio Network
2025-11-2617 min
Stable Secrets PodcastSecrets to Understanding Body Lameness with Dr. Becky Brake, DVMIf you've ever wondered what your horse is really trying to tell you, this episode is for you! Dr. Becky Brake breaks down body lameness in a way every rider can understand - the subtle signs, the patterns we miss, and how treating the whole horse can change everything. Brake Equine: brakeequine.comBrake Equine Instagram: instagram.com/brake_equineDr. Audrey DeClue's Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/3oGRC6JpihjSC37cxmOPqf?si=31adb3ddbe684281Podcast Instagram: instagram.com/stablesecretspodcast
2025-11-141h 10
Horse Radio Network All Shows FeedShivers, Christmas Parade and News for October 15, 2025 - HORSES IN THE MORNINGHITM: Dr. Declue tells us all about Shivers, symptoms and treatments. In our Local Event Highlight Auditor Julie DeYoung shares about the holiday tradition that is the Lawrence Old-Fashioned Christmas Parade in Kansas. Listen in…Auditor Post Show: No Post Show.HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3797 – Show Notes and Links:Hosts: Jamie Jennings of Flyover Farm and Glenn the GeekGuest Co-Host: Ashley Winch of Sleep Stories for EquestriansPic Credit: Lawrence Old-Fashioned Christmas ParadeGuest: Dr. Audrey Declue from DeClue Equine, LLC, host of The Horse First PodcastGuest: Auditor Julie DeYoung on the Lawrence Old-Fashioned Christmas ParadeC...
2025-10-1557 minHorses in the MorningShivers, Christmas Parade and News for October 15, 2025HITM: Dr. Declue tells us all about Shivers, symptoms and treatments. In our Local Event Highlight Auditor Julie DeYoung shares about the holiday tradition that is the Lawrence Old-Fashioned Christmas Parade in Kansas. Listen in…Auditor Post Show: No Post Show.HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3797 – Show Notes and Links:Hosts: Jamie Jennings of Flyover Farm and Glenn the GeekGuest Co-Host: Ashley Winch of Sleep Stories for EquestriansPic Credit: Lawrence Old-Fashioned Christmas ParadeGuest: Dr. Audrey Declue from DeClue Equine, LLC, host of The Horse First PodcastGuest: Auditor Julie DeYoung on the Lawrence Old-Fashioned Christmas ParadeC...
2025-10-1557 min
HRN Auditor PodcastShivers, Christmas Parade and News for October 15, 2025HITM: Dr. Declue tells us all about Shivers, symptoms and treatments. In our Local Event Highlight Auditor Julie DeYoung shares about the holiday tradition that is the Lawrence Old-Fashioned Christmas Parade in Kansas. Listen in…Auditor Post Show: No Post Show.HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3797 – Show Notes and Links:Hosts: Jamie Jennings of Flyover Farm and Glenn the GeekGuest Co-Host: Ashley Winch of Sleep Stories for EquestriansPic Credit: Lawrence Old-Fashioned Christmas ParadeGuest: Dr. Audrey Declue from DeClue Equine, LLC, host of The Horse First PodcastGuest: Auditor Julie DeYoung on the Lawrence Old-Fashioned Christmas ParadeC...
2025-10-1557 minThe Horse First: A Veterinary Sport Horse PodcastRecognition and Awareness of Pain in Sport Horses Part 4 with Dr. Daniella VansteenkisteDr. Audrey DeClue and Dr. Daniella Vansteenkiste discuss recognizing and managing nerve pain and neuropathy in sport horses. Dr. Vansteenkiste emphasizes the importance of understanding subtle clinical signs like behavioral changes, sweat patterns, and postural alterations. She explains the complexities of nerve pain, including the concept of "wind-up" and the slow healing rate of nerves, which can take weeks to months. They highlight the need for multimodal treatment approaches such as pain management strategies and stress the importance of early detection and long-term management rather than quick fixes. The conversation underscores the necessity of veterinarians and horse owners being...
2025-09-1649 minThe Horse First: A Veterinary Sport Horse PodcastRecognition and Awareness of Pain in Sport Horses Part 3 - When it is NOT a Training IssueDr. Audrey DeClue discusses the importance of recognizing pain in horses, emphasizing that many issues misdiagnosed as training problems are actually pain-related. She highlights the need for veterinarians to understand biomechanics and pattern recognition to accurately diagnose and treat pain. Dr. DeClue explains how she identifies and addresses pain and stresses the role of equipment in causing lameness. She advocates for veterinarians to prioritize rideability and trainability over soundness and lameness, aiming to improve horses' quality of life and performance.
2025-08-1242 minThe Horse First: A Veterinary Sport Horse PodcastRecognition and Awareness of Pain in Sport Horses Part 2 with Dr. Sue DysonIn part two of this series, Dr. Audrey DeClue and world-renowned Veterinarian Dr. Sue Dyson discuss the importance of pain ethograms when identifying discomfort in horses. Dr. Dyson shares her extensive experience, highlighting the challenges in veterinary practice, including the reliance on technology over clinical skills and the need for better training. They discuss the impact of rider weight, tack fit, and training methods on horse comfort, underscoring the need for veterinarians to prioritize horse welfare and the importance of continuous learning and collaboration.
2025-06-131h 09The Horse First: A Veterinary Sport Horse PodcastRecognition and Awareness of Pain in Sport Horses Part 1Dr. Audrey DeClue discusses the importance of recognizing and addressing pain in sport horses. She emphasizes her unique perspective, influenced by her life experiences and late entry into veterinary school. She challenges the veterinary profession to not ignore the signs and impact of pain, citing historical practices and current shortcomings. She also highlights the need for better education, awareness, and collaboration among veterinarians, body workers, and trainers. Part two of this series will feature world renowned Veterinarian Dr. Sue Dyson. Dr. DeClue and Dr. Dyson further discuss the importance of Dr. Dyson's development of the pain ethogram for owners, trainers a...
2025-06-0630 minThe Horse First: A Veterinary Sport Horse PodcastSport Horse Rounds with Dr. Daniella VansteenkisteDr. Audrey DeClue hosts Dr. Daniella Vansteenkiste, a neurologist, to discuss equine neurology. Dr. Vansteenkiste, who practices in Philadelphia, shares her journey from wanting to be an equine surgeon to specializing in neurology. They discuss the importance of recognizing subtle neurological signs in horses, such as girthiness and muscle atrophy, and the challenges of diagnosing and treating neurological conditions. Dr. Vansteenkiste also announces the launch of her consulting practice, VSK Veterinary Neurology, to help other veterinarians with neurological cases. Instagram: @vskvetneuro Watch the video here
2025-05-2043 minThe Horse First: A Veterinary Sport Horse PodcastSport Horse Rounds - Interview with Dr. Brandy Ashman, Burnout & Renewed Passion to Solve Lameness IssuesDr. Audrey DeClue interviews Dr. Brandy Ashman, a general practitioner from Virginia, who discusses her journey from burnout to renewed passion in veterinary medicine after discovering Dr. DeClue's methods. Dr. Ashman highlights her success with treating lameness and behavioral issues in horses, emphasizing the importance of biomechanics and practical application. They also discuss the challenges veterinarians face, the need for better mentorship, and the establishment of a retirement facility for horses, which Ashman operates, providing comprehensive care and rehabilitation. Watch the full video here
2025-03-1150 minThe Horse First: A Veterinary Sport Horse PodcastThinking Outside the Box and Quick FixesDr. Audrey DeClue discusses the importance of education and research in solving problems with sport horses, rather than relying on quick fixes or thinking outside the box. She emphasizes the need for a thorough understanding of horse anatomy and biomechanics and shares her approach, which involves using an extensive education and toolbox of knowledge to address root causes. She also highlights the importance of collaboration and troubleshooting and mentions upcoming workshops and seminars for veterinarians and physiotherapists to enhance their understanding and skills.
2025-03-1055 minThe Horse First: A Veterinary Sport Horse PodcastEpisode 60: Sport Horse Rounds - A New MindsetDr. Audrey DeClue and Dr. Kate Workman discuss the need to change mindsets within the institution of equine sports medicine. They also highlight the success of a recent seminar on treating girthiness emphasizing practical, hands-on training. At the core, they stress the need to understand the whole horse - not just limb lameness - to provide the best outcomes. This also requires asking different questions to achieve better diagnoses and treatments. The conversation underscores the need for a paradigm shift in veterinary education and practice to improve horse welfare and performance. Watch the video on Y...
2024-11-1950 minThe Horse First: A Veterinary Sport Horse PodcastSport Horse Rounds - What Lameness Issues Are We All Missing?Dr. Audrey DeClue and Dr. Kate Workman discuss common lameness issues in sport horses, emphasizing the importance of recognizing body lameness beyond limb issues. They highlight that pain is the most common cause of lameness, with inciting factors including trauma, fatigue, and inflammation, noting that many conditions often go unrecognized. The conversation underscores the importance of a comprehensive approach to equine lameness, including the role of biomechanics and the need for more veterinary education and research. Watch the video of this podcast here.
2024-10-161h 04The Horse First: A Veterinary Sport Horse PodcastSport Horse Rounds - Body Lameness vs Limb LamenessDr. Audrey DeClue, DVM and Dr. Kate Workman, DVM discuss the complexities of body lameness versus limb lameness in equine sports medicine. Dr. DeClue emphasizes the importance of understanding body lameness - a term she coined to describe issues not limited to limbs. Dr. Workman shares her experience as a performance veterinarian, highlighting the basics of sports medicine and the challenges of diagnosing and treating body lameness. They discuss the interconnectedness of the body, the limitations of current veterinary practices, and the need for proper rehabilitation protocols. This episode underscores the importance of a whole-horse...
2024-09-231h 11The Horse First: A Veterinary Sport Horse PodcastEpisode 57: Sport Horse Rounds - KISS Theory: Making Complex Lameness SimpleDr. Audrey DeClue, DVM and Dr. Kate Workman, DVM discuss the complexities of lameness in horses and the importance of simplifying veterinary medicine. Dr. DeClue shares her recent work with the US Army Caisson horses at Arlington National Cemetery, the deplorable conditions and mismanagement of these horses including wasteful spending of taxpayer money. They emphasize the need for veterinarians to understand biomechanics and anatomy to solve complex issues like shivers and stringhalt. Dr. DeClue plans to conduct seminars to teach these principles, starting with girthiness and equipment lameness, followed by iliopsoas injuries. They stress the importance of practical, results-based...
2024-09-111h 02
No Bucks GivenThe Back Health REVOLUTION w/ Saddlefitting US & Dr. Kate WorkmanUnpopular opinon: riding your horse is not always the answer to improving their physical well being. In fact, prioritizing your horse's muscular health and fitness is MORE important than your riding goals when it comes to your horse's overall health and longterm soundness - and sometimes that means taking a break from ridden work to focus on rebuilding muscles with, you guessed it, groundwork. Ok, we know this sounds boring but hear us out...
This week we're unpacking the foundational advantages of equine fitness with friend of the pod, Amanda Anderson of Saddle Fitting US and veterinarian D...
2024-05-141h 26The Horse First: A Veterinary Sport Horse PodcastKissing Spine in Sport Horses, Part 2: Do you ride the Horse or the Radiograph?In part 2 of this series, Dr. DeClue continues her deep dive into kissing spine, including some eye-opening data regarding its prevalence across the world. Some highlights in this episode include: The prevalence of back diseases in horses. 5:37 Impingement of the dorsal spine. 10:55 Kissing Spine Syndrome in thoroughbreds. 14:43 Kissing spine in horses in Malaysia. 21:45 Radiographic findings supporting a developmental vs. acquired etiology. 33:05 The 2023 paper from italy on kissing spine.
2023-09-0859 minThe Horse First: A Veterinary Sport Horse PodcastKissing Spine in Sport HorsesCountless hours of research have culminated in today's episode on kissing spine in sport horses. Dr. Audrey DeClue pulls knowledge from decades, centuries, and millennia of data on kissing spine to learn more about this affliction that has impacted dogs, cats, humans, otters, horses, and even dinosaurs.
2023-05-0840 minThe Horse First: A Veterinary Sport Horse PodcastLead Change Problems in Sport HorsesIf your horse seems stiff, uneven, and doesn't track straight, you're probably also having issues with lead changes. It's another long-thought mystery issue impacting performance and sometimes leading to anxiety in horses during drills. As always, Dr. Audrey DeClue brings a practical, common-sense aproach to examining your horse and getting to the bottom of lead change problems in sport horses.
2023-02-0828 minThe Horse First: A Veterinary Sport Horse PodcastExpectations in Injured Sport Horses with Dr Kate WorkmanFollowing a very popular episode previously (Episode 46), Dr. Audrey DeClue talks again with Dr. Kate Workman (Denali Equine in Southern Pines, NC) about cases cases they have treated. They discuss shivers, treatements, lameness, and more with the goal of helping you understand the expectations of performance horses and sport horses that have been significantly injured or have chronic lameness. After proper treatment and rehab, some horses went back into performance or competition.
2022-12-161h 15The Horse First: A Veterinary Sport Horse PodcastEpisode 52: Cantering Issues and Problems in Sport HorsesDr. Audrey DeClue discusses a common complaint among riders and veterenarians - cantering issues. Though, historically, much attention has been paid to the limbs, Dr. DeClue brings it back to to the body of the horse, where many of the lameness issues actually originate. She discusses her experience addressing cantering issues and what to consider if this is a problem in your horse.
2022-11-0438 minThe Horse First: A Veterinary Sport Horse PodcastShivers Horses and Its Association to the CerebellumIn this episode, Dr. Audrey DeClue focuses specifically on the association of the cerebellum to shivers horses. She shines a light on the existing, published research on shivers and the trouble with conclusions based on a small sample size. She also includes an interview with longtime friend, Celeste, to provide a powerful story of what it is like to live with a degenerative cerebellar lesion.
2022-08-251h 13The Horse First: A Veterinary Sport Horse PodcastShoulder Girdle Injuries in Sport Horses - Part 3Dr. Audrey DeClue continues her series on the treatment and solutions she has discovered while helping horses with shoulder and girdle injuries.
2022-06-1344 minThe Horse First: A Veterinary Sport Horse PodcastShoulder Girdle Injuries In Sport Horses - Part 2 Cause and EffectDr. DeClue discusses the Cause and the Effect of Shoulder Girdle Injuries in Sport Horse creating Kissing Spine, Back and Pelvic Pain, Chronic Undiagnosed Front Limb Lameness, Suspensory Strains/Injury and Sleep Deprivation and Collapsing Horses.
2022-05-171h 04The Horse First: A Veterinary Sport Horse PodcastShoulder Girdle Injuries in Sport Horses: Another "Mystery" LamenessDespite having little to no peer-reviewed published papers about the issue, Dr. Audrey DeClue takes this episode to discuss what she has personally learned while dealing with shoulder girdle injuries in sport horses.
2022-04-181h 05The Horse First: A Veterinary Sport Horse PodcastGuest Appearance on The Humble Hoof Podcast (Shivers-Stringhalt)This episode is a guest appearance by Dr. Audrey DeClue on The Humble Hoof podcast with host Alicia Harlov. They discuss the research and developments that Dr. DeClue has discovered in her journey of putting the horse first when tackling Shivers and Stringhalt.
2022-03-1235 minThe Horse First: A Veterinary Sport Horse PodcastSolutions to Problems in Sport Horses with Dr. Kate Workman of Denali EquineAfter some time on the road with show horses, Dr. Kate Workman (Denali Equine in Southern Pines, NC) realized her true desire was to put the wellbeing of horses first. While dealing with a particular case, one of her colleagues recommended she listen to The Horse First Podcast. She then reached out to Dr. Audrey DeClue, who, after hearing about the case, decided they should meet. In this episode, you have the opportunity to hear more about that story as well as insights from both Dr. DeClue and Dr. Workman on topics such as shivers, lunging, limbs, s...
2022-02-111h 15
The Humble HoofStringhalt and Shivers with Dr. Audrey DeClueDr. Audrey DeClue discusses two serious causes of hind end movement issues - stringhalt and shivers. She also discusses symptoms, treatments, and times when it affects the front limbs, as well as ways we can keep ourselves safe when handling their feet. For more info, see: https://declue-equine.com/about/
2022-02-1137 minThe Horse First: A Veterinary Sport Horse PodcastThe Number One Cause of Lameness in Sport HorsesIn this episode, Dr. Audrey DeClue addresses the top causes of lameness in sport horses. These include injury during competition, injury during training or overtraining, injury during turnout, and lower limb abscess farrier work. But the number one cause of lameness? Equipment. Listen as Dr. DeClue shows how to find the pain that drives lameness.
2022-01-2240 minThe Horse First: A Veterinary Sport Horse PodcastPositional Lameness in Sport HorsesWhen body lameness in your horse only occurs when they're moving, it is positional lameness. In this episode, Dr. Audrey DeClue breaks positional lameness into two parts and urges more critical, rational thinking within the veterinary profession in order to put structures together and create a more accurate diagnosis. She'll discuss how positional lameness is a subset of body lameness, but worth examining to create better outcomes for horses in general.
2021-10-1755 minThe Horse First: A Veterinary Sport Horse PodcastEpisode 43: Body Lameness in Sport HorsesIn this episode, Dr. Audrey DeClue focuses on the impact that the axial skeleton has on the performance of your horse. This often overlooked connection can provide significant insight on body lameness.
2021-07-261h 11
The PlaidcastGrace Debney & Dr. Audrey DeClue by Taylor, Harris Insurance ServicesSend a textPiper and Catie are joined by Dr. Audrey DeClue to talk about her practical approach to treating our equine partners and top junior rider Grace Debney to talk about all of her success in the hunter, equitation and jumper ring. Brought to you by Taylor, Harris Insurance Services.Host: Piper Klemm, publisher of The Plaid Horse Magazine and Catie StaszakTitle Sponsor: Taylor, Harris Insurance Services, THISPicture credit Andrew Ryback PhotographyGuest: Dr. Audrey DeClueGuest: Grace DebneySubscribe To: The Pl...
2021-06-181h 08The Horse First: A Veterinary Sport Horse PodcastSacroliliac Injuries in Sport HorsesPoor performing sport horses with a difficulty in diagnosis often receive SI injections. And while this can offer some relief, there is hope beyond injections for horses with sacroiliac injuries. In this episode, Dr. Audrey DeClue addresses these injuries with a different perspective than you might commonly find.
2021-06-0430 minThe Horse First: A Veterinary Sport Horse PodcastSuspensory Ligament Injuries in Sport HorsesIt can be scary to hear the words 'suspensory ligament injury.' But in today's episode, Dr. Audrey DeClue brings some hope to the discussion. She talks specifically about these injuries often being secondary to something else, which can provide for more options when moving forward.
2021-04-051h 01The Horse First: A Veterinary Sport Horse PodcastHorse CommunicationIn today's episode, Dr. Audrey DeClue is focused on the importance of communicating well with others based on the strong communication you've built with your horse. She also discusses the prevalence of suicide within the veterinary community and how we can be supportive of each other during times of extreme stress, trauma, and burnout.
2021-04-0538 minThe Horse First: A Veterinary Sport Horse PodcastAbsolutely Everything is ImportantIn this episode, Dr. Audrey DeClue aims to help riders, owners, and trainers take notice of things going on with your horse and point them out to your veterinarian. Taking special note of the subtle things you see in the day-to-day and asking about them can make a big difference in proper diagnosis.
2021-02-0549 minThe Horse First: A Veterinary Sport Horse PodcastCauses and Solutions to Contact Issues with Your HorseIn this episode, Dr. Audrey DeClue provides an 8-step process of elimination to address causes and solutions to contact issues with your horse. This is an important episode if you struggle with bridal or contact issues.
2020-12-2941 minThe Horse First: A Veterinary Sport Horse PodcastStraightness Issues Bulged vs Hollow HorsesStraightness is one of the most common issues owners and trainers have with their horses. It's also a very common topic in publications, no matter what discipline of the horse. In this episode, Dr. Audrey DeClue explains that if you can ride your horse in a straight and balanced manner, your lameness issues go down exponentially. But that's not all, so listen as she digs into the research on straightness issues to help you and your horse become more aligned.
2020-10-3044 minThe Horse First: A Veterinary Sport Horse PodcastTension is the Enemy and the Cause of Many Lamenesses in Sport HorsesWhether it's from a known or unknown injury, tension is the enemy of every lameness. The perfect horse can become lame due to tension and a lame horse come back to life when tension is addressed. In today's episode, Dr. Audrey DeClue discusses cases where lameness has either improved or declined based on discovering and treating tension - no matter what the cause.
2020-10-1626 minThe Horse First: A Veterinary Sport Horse PodcastIliopsoas Injuries in Sport HorsesIt's among the most common muscular skeletal injuries seen in sport dogs and human athletes. Iliopsoas is also the number one reason people have back pain. Yet there's very little research about it in sport horses. In this episode, Dr. Audrey DeClue discusses her research on the iliopsoas muscle, which is responsible for the clinical signs of shivers and stringhalt in the hind limbs of horses.
2020-10-1651 min
See'rs, Be-ers, Knowers and DoersWhen Intuition and Passion Meet Up Amazing Things HappenI spoke with Dr Audrey DeClue Sept 14, 2020 about career choices, being a vet, learning from horses, intuition, getting connected with nature and breathe and intuition and how it impacts her work and her life. It was great to hear her speak of putting the horse first just like the name of her podcast which is where I found her. Bio Dr. Audrey DeClue is a graduate of Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine. She is an equine private practitioner whose passion and focus has been diagnosing, treating and rehabilitating “mystery and unsolved” injuries, lameness, and performance issues...
2020-10-0536 minThe Horse First: A Veterinary Sport Horse PodcastSo Your Horse is Injured?After recently suffering an injury of her own, Dr. Audrey DeClue takes this episode to discuss what you need to look for - and possibly act on - if your horse is injured.
2020-09-2934 minThe Horse First: A Veterinary Sport Horse PodcastSleep Deprivation and Collapsing in Performance Horses Part 2Dr. Audrey DeClue returns to continue her series on the issues surrounding sleep deprivation and collapsing in performance horses. In this episode, she dives into the anatomy, what the clinical signs look like, and what you can do.
2020-09-1741 minThe Horse First: A Veterinary Sport Horse PodcastSleep Deprivation and Collapsing in Performance Horses (Part 1)If you don't know what normal is, you probably don't know what abnormal is. In this episode, Dr. Audrey DeClue goes through the history and research of rest and sleep patterns in horses to help determine what is normal when observing those behaviors in other performance horses.
2020-08-3138 minThe Horse First: A Veterinary Sport Horse PodcastShivers and Stringhalt Part 2Dr. DeClue continues her discussion on what is causing Shivers and Stringhalt in horses.
2020-08-0840 minThe Horse First: A Veterinary Sport Horse PodcastHistory of Shivers-Stringhalt SyndromeToday, Dr. Audrey DeClue begins sharing all the information she has gathered on Shivers-Stringhalt Syndrome.
2020-04-2745 min2020-02-2844 minThe Horse First: A Veterinary Sport Horse PodcastNew Years Resolution: Advocate For Your Horse!Dr. Audrey DeClue asks listeners to consider their horse when making new commitments in the New Year. Watching, listening, and learning from your horse helps you understand what they need and how to advocate for them.
2020-01-1446 minThe Horse First: A Veterinary Sport Horse PodcastWhy Are Horses Girthy or CinchyDr Audrey DeClue discusses the dangers of having a girthy horse and how to address it.
2019-11-2239 minThe Horse First: A Veterinary Sport Horse PodcastHow to Help Your Veterinarian Diagnose the Lameness in Your HorseA common theme in the Horse First podcast is the importance of advocating for the health and needs of your horse. In this episode, Dr. Audrey DeClue discusses how to talk with your veterinarian about lameness, emphasizing the importance owners play in determining the priorities of the veterinary world.
2019-10-2439 minThe Horse First: A Veterinary Sport Horse PodcastHeadshaking SyndromeIn today's episode, Dr. Audrey DeClue discusses a number of cases she's seen of horses dealing with Head Shaking Syndrome (sometimes referred to as Trigeminal-mediated headshaking).
2019-09-2750 minThe Horse First: A Veterinary Sport Horse PodcastDiagnosing Lameness at a CanterDr. Audrey DeClue continues her series on diagnosing lameness in your horse. Today's focus is on diagnosing at a canter. She details the different aspects of the horse she pays attention to when examining a horse from this vantage point.
2019-09-2447 minThe Horse First: A Veterinary Sport Horse PodcastRecognizing Lameness at a Trot (featuring Mikala Vig)In previous episodes, Dr. Audrey DeClue has discussed recognizing lameness at a walk and at a standstill. In this episode of The Horse First, she brings back veterinary student Mikala Vig to discuss recognizing lameness at a trot and what she has learned while working with Dr. DeClue.
2019-08-2640 minThe Horse First: A Veterinary Sport Horse PodcastEquine Shivers Treatment and InformationIt's the episode many of you have been waiting for. Dr. Audrey DeClue discusses how she discovered the treatment for Equine Shivers and offers hope to riders, owners, and equine veterinarians. We owe it to our horses to take a closer look at a treatment that has been otherwise believed to be impossible.
2019-08-2114 minThe Horse First: A Veterinary Sport Horse PodcastRecognizing Lameness at a Walk"If you see it...feel it...or hear it, it's there." Dr. Audrey DeClue is back on the topic of lameness as she follows up on her last episode (Recognizing Lameness at a Standstill). In this episode, she gives advice for recognizing when your horse is lame by it's walk - whether alone or under saddle.
2019-08-0650 minThe Horse First: A Veterinary Sport Horse PodcastRecognizing Lameness at a StandstillTodays episode is about recognizing lameness at a standstill. Dr. DeClue explains how to recognize a lame horse by identifying and diagnosing lameness without modern technology.
2019-07-3054 minThe Horse First: A Veterinary Sport Horse PodcastDorsal Scapular Movement Disorder (DSMD)In this episode of The Horse First, Dr. Audrey DeClue goes back to her trusty Anatomy of a Horse book to discuss DSMD. She stresses the need to understand that all horses can improve with the correct measures.
2019-06-2645 minThe Horse First: A Veterinary Sport Horse PodcastThe Mystery of Unresolved Front Limb Lameness and Hopping HorsesArmed with her trusty "Anatomy of a Horse" book, Dr. Audrey DeClue goes takes you down the rabbit hole of what front limb lameness is, what's causing it, and how to address it.
2019-06-1846 minThe Horse First: A Veterinary Sport Horse PodcastThe Pain-Behavioral Pyramid of the HorseDr. Audrey DeClue describes a diagnostic process she has developed over a decade to understand why horses start to develop pain.
2019-06-0749 minThe Horse First: A Veterinary Sport Horse PodcastHow to Lunge for Back and Pelvis RehabilitationDr. Audrey DeClue takes this episode to emphasize the need and value of lunging your horse when going through rehabilitation of the back and pelvis. She also discusses the nuance of that process and how to be consistent in rehabilitation without ignoring the needs of the horse, itself.
2019-05-2154 minThe Horse First: A Veterinary Sport Horse PodcastEpisode 15 - Back and Pelvis Rehabilitation (Part 2)in part two of this series on rehabilitation, Dr. Audrey DeClue discusses lunging for the purposes of back and pelvis rehabilitation. You'll learn how critical lunging truly is to the process.
2019-04-2744 minThe Horse First: A Veterinary Sport Horse PodcastBack and Pelvic Rehabilitation in Horses (Part 1)Dr. Audrey DeClue is back and starting a very important series on the rehabilitation of horses as it relates to their back and pelvis. If you're ready to start down this journey, Dr. DeClue is ready to help.
2019-04-1229 min
Come Along for the RideDr Audrey DeClue, Healing Stringhalt and Shivers in HorsesIn this episode I speak with Dr Audrey DeClue from DeClue Equine LLC.You are about to hear from someone who is literally revolutionising the horse world and how they treat Shivers and Stringhalt in horses. Audrey sees herself as an ordinary person who is changing the world for horses. You can see why I love this episode so much and I’m sure you will too.The most important thing that stands out to me about Audrey is not all of her incredible education of which there is years of with incredible breadth in both western and ea...
2019-02-2652 minThe Horse First: A Veterinary Sport Horse PodcastBack Injuries and Treatment in Sport HorsesBack injuries are a significant concern in the sport horse world. In this episode, Dr. Audrey DeClue talks about injuries she's seen, some common causes, and the variety of treatments involved.
2019-02-1950 minThe Horse First: A Veterinary Sport Horse PodcastRecognition and Diagnosis of Back Pain in Sport HorsesThere are several reasons your horse could be experiencing back pain. But making a priority of recognizing and diagnosing those issues can stave off a number of issues down the road.
2019-02-1338 minThe Horse First: A Veterinary Sport Horse PodcastSaddle Fitting and GirthsYou might not have thought much about it, but the type of saddle and saddle pad you use on your horse can have a profound impact on their comfort and how they ride. Dr. Audrey DeClue explains why it is so important to choose the equipment that best fits your horse.
2019-02-0851 minThe Horse First: A Veterinary Sport Horse PodcastEpisode 10 - Cervical Issues in Sport HorsesNeck issues will always affect the performance of your sport horse. In this episode, Dr. Audrey DeClue shows how cervical issues can show, the cascade of effects that can follow, and how to rehabilitate.
2019-01-2249 minThe Horse First: A Veterinary Sport Horse PodcastRehabilitationDr. Audrey DeClue presents a candid approach to the process of rehabilitating sport horses and the dedication required to ensure the treatment is most effective.
2018-12-3144 minThe Horse First: A Veterinary Sport Horse PodcastTreatment Solutions and ExpectationsWith everybody looking for a quick fix these days, Dr. Audrey DeClue explains why it's important to have realistic expectations in terms of outcomes and timing when treating your horse.
2018-12-2628 minThe Horse First: A Veterinary Sport Horse PodcastInjuriesDr. Audrey DeClue discusses common injuries and the common misconceptions often associated with them.
2018-11-0154 minThe Horse First: A Veterinary Sport Horse PodcastThe Approach to Diagnosing LamenessDr. Audrey DeClue explains how being an advocate for the horse can help with performance issues and offers six steps to approach diagnosing lameness.
2018-10-1842 minThe Horse First: A Veterinary Sport Horse PodcastLimb vs Body vs Positional LamenessWhile it's common to simply discuss "limb lameness" in horses, today's episode offers listeners new insights on how to determine the true source of lameness in your horse. As Dr. Audrey DeClue will point out, it may be very different than what you've been told.
2018-10-1653 minThe Horse First: A Veterinary Sport Horse PodcastCause and EffectDr. Audrey DeClue starts today's episode with two options - the red pill or the blue pill. If you keep an open mind, you're likely to learn a lot about how to better diagnose what's wrong with your horse.
2018-10-1655 minThe Horse First: A Veterinary Sport Horse PodcastInterview with Veterinary Student Mikala VigIn episode 3 of The Horse First podcast, Host Audrey DeClue interviews her Veterinary student, Mikala Vig. They discuss the things Mikala has learned from her experiences working with Audrey and how keeping the horse first is the key to productive treatment.
2018-10-0819 minThe Horse First: A Veterinary Sport Horse PodcastIt's Never Normal When Your HorseHost Audrey DeClue shares her experiences working with horses, trainers, owners and more who often use the term "that's just normal" when describing abnormal conditions in their horse. In this episode, you'll learn why it's probably not normal and what can be done.
2018-09-0759 minThe Horse First: A Veterinary Sport Horse PodcastThe Story of Why We Are HereHost Audrey DeClue gives an overview of her experience working with horses, and the purpose of The Horse First podcast.
2018-09-0706 min