This month we are joined by Gemma Pearson, the Director of Equine Behaviour atThe Horse Trust and Veterinary Liaison Officer for the International Society forEquitation Science.We discuss how Gemma got into equine behaviour and how we can better supportstudents in regard to behavioural training. Gemma was heavily involved in the BEVAcampaign ‘Don’t Break Your Vet’, so we reflect on its success and why it’s importantto take equine veterinarians' safety seriously.We dispel some common myths about equine behaviour and treatment, with aparticular focus on the effects of box rest, medications and behavioural motivations.Gemma shares her knowledge of the three F’s of a horse's physiological needs, theimpact they can have on a horse's stress response and how we define a happyhorse. Lastly, we discuss how to approach tricky clients in difficult situations and theuse of whips in equine sports.Useful Links:Don’t Break Your Vet - YouTube Playlist:https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZLor1KlzkI9X1UpvbOxwllS1BNoLvcmRBook Equine Behaviour Consultations With Gemma:https://www.ed.ac.uk/vet/services/equine-services/hospital/equinebehaviourJoin us each month for a new episode of The KBHH Equine Vets Podcast and stay informed on the latest developments in equine health and wellness. To get in touch with the show, please email kbhhuk@msd.com.

This month we are joined by Silvia Janská and Shelley Cook, two vets-turned-entrepreneurs who both champion flexible working in the veterinary industry. We discuss how Silvia Janská, a co-founder of Flexee, started her business as a way to combat the problems she can see within the veterinary industry, particularly within recruitment and staff retention.She provides practical advice on things we can do to advocate for flexible working and what that actually means for you as an equine vet. We also unwrap the attitudes and challenges Silvia has come across in her role and what we can do to get clients on board with a new way of working.We then sit down with Shelley Cook, founder of Little Rock Equine Vets, who shares her incredible story from a burnt-out vet in practice to an on-the-road entrepreneur and a hugely successful practice owner. She puts flexible working and strong communication at the core of her business to best support her team and lead a balanced life.Useful Links:Check Out Flexee:  www.myflexee.comLittle Rock Equine Vets: https://littlerockequinevets.co.uk/blog/Join us each month for a new episode of The KBHH Equine Vets Podcast and stay informed on the latest developments in equine health and wellness. To get in touch with the show, please email kbhhuk@msd.com.

In this episode, we learn about two incredible women, Claire Fry and Louise Napier Smith.Louise shares her incredible journey to becoming a veterinarian against the odds as a teenage mother working in retail. We learn how she overcame her struggles to apply to vet school with limited education and how one particular conversation canchange your life.Claire describes how her life experiences during the 2008 recession changed her career trajectory from working for a global insurance company to opening up her own coaching business, Pale Blue Coaching.In the vet profession, we place a huge emphasis on the continued professional development of our clinical or technical skills, but ultimately, it's a people business. Through coaching techniques, we can all learn who we are and what we need professionally and personally.Claire and Louise share their techniques for dealing with loneliness at work and the importance of having the right people around you, even if they are not the peopleyou would necessarily expect help from.Lastly, we discuss how expectations can vastly differ from reality as a new grad vet and the importance of believing in yourself and your ability to achieve your dreams.Useful Links:Lou’s Instagram https://www.instagram.com/the.vet.in.heels/Claire’s LinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/claireheatherfry/?originalSubdomain=ukPale Blue Coaching https://palebluecoaching.com/Join us each month for a new episode of The KBHH Equine Vets Podcast and stay informed on the latest developments in equine health and wellness. To get in touch with the show, please email kbhhuk@msd.com.

Dr Emmanuelle Van Erck, and MSD’s own Equine Marketing & Technical Manager, Blaise Scott Morris, team up to teach us about innovative technology and data-driven equipment that can change the face of equine medicine as we know it.We ask Emmanuelle how she became interested in the application of technology in her practice and why she is looking at data to move the profession forwards.We discuss how data is a fantastic tool to improve your horses' training and explore reasons why there has been resistance to using data-driven technology in the equine field, despite the clear evidence for improved welfare in sports.Our guests explain how this technology can be implemented by general practitioners and clients, and how an app could support the bond between the owner and horse.We then move on to discuss the technical innovations happening at MSD and, as someone at the forefront of equine innovation, what Blaise’s job really entails on a day-to-day basis.Blaise explains how MSD’s new thermal microchip is empowering owners whilst improving safety for both vets and horses. By developing innovative products, we can revolutionise the way equine healthcare works.Useful Links:Equine Sports Medicine Practice https://www.esmp.beEquimetre by Arioneohttps://training.arioneo.com/en/racehorse-heart-rate-monitor-equimetre-flat-harness/HomeAgain® Thermochip®https://www.homeagain.co.uk/about-microchips/thermochipMSD Research Bursaryhttps://www.msd-animal-health.co.uk/company-overview/research-bursary/Join us each month for a new episode of The KBHH Equine Vets Podcast and stay informed on the latest developments in equine health and wellness. To get in touch with the show, please email kbhhuk@msd.com.

We are joined by Malcolm Morley,  President of the British Veterinary Association,  and Nicola Berryman, welfare veterinary surgeon at Redwings Horse Sanctuary, to discuss the relationships with the traveller community and address the welfare concerns people have about traveller-owner horses.We discuss what human behavioural change means and how we can influencepreconceptions about travellers that are commonly held in the veterinary community. By changing the way we present information to our clients, we have an excellent gateway to a good relationship with improved compliance.Both Nicola and Malcolm have worked at the infamous Appleby Horse Fair. We learn about what part veterinarians play in the fair, if they are welcomed and how welfare standards are being celebrated by everybody involved.We also address the feelings of uncertainty about starting to work within thetravelling communities and how the veterinary profession can become an ally and a force for real social change.Useful Links:Marie Rowland: The Welfare of Traveller and Gypsy Owned Horses in the UKand Ireland https://www.mdpi.com/2076-2615/12/18/2402The Best At Appleby Awards https://www.facebook.com/HappyHealthyHorses/Redwings Horse Sanctuary YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pHuEgIva8OY&list=PL_4ZPA9xozaHr6P-wR2H5wgiRSMxzGpylJoin us each month for a new episode of The KBHH Equine Vets Podcast and stay informed on the latest developments in equine health and wellness. To get in touch with the show, please email kbhhuk@msd.com.

Join our expert hosts, Dr. Ebony Escalona and Dr. Naomi Mellor, both experienced equine veterinarians, each month as they bring you informative and engaging discussions about all things equine health and wellness.The KBHH Equine Vets Podcast is aimed at vets who want to know more about how to look at things differently in equine, from how to work differently, to the latest technology developments and looking after your own wellbeing. Ebony and Naomi will share the exciting developments within the equine world that our guests are leading in.With a focus on looking at life in equine practice through a different lens, our podcast will feature interviews with leading experts in their field. Whether you are a seasoned equine vet or a GP vet looking to expand your knowledge of equine medicine, our podcast will provide you with valuable insights and information.So, join us each month for a new episode of The KBHH Equine Vets Podcast and stay informed on the latest developments in equine health and wellness. To get in touch with the show, please email kbhhuk@msd.com.Join us each month for a new episode of The KBHH Equine Vets Podcast and stay informed on the latest developments in equine health and wellness. To get in touch with the show, please email kbhhuk@msd.com.