Racing Victoria's (RV) 'Here for the Horses' podcast series returns this week to celebrate and learn more about the humans and horses that showcase our sport to the world.
In each episode RSN’s Maree McEwan goes behind the scenes with industry participants and equine specialists to discover how Victorian racing is progressing as a leader in equine care.
The latest episode is out now - listen and subscribe to RV's channel on Spotify and Apple Podcast, or alternatively click here to listen.
In this episode RV's General Manager, Equine Welfare, Melissa Ware discusses with Maree, what RV has been doing in the equine welfare space, our focus areas and how the equine welfare fund is being spent.
Every previous episode of the 'Here for the Horses' podcast is available at equinewelfare.com.au.
In future episodes you'll hear about:
- The importance of the spring safety protocols, particularly for international horses
- What are the vets considering behind the barriers
- Better understanding common terms like lameness, EIPH and cardiac arrhythmia
- How foundation training can set a horse up for success
- The key stages of a horse's education
- Behaviour basics when handling and training a horse
- The role of the private vet - injury prevention and management
- Ideal conditions for a horse to retire in / to transition to an off the track life
Provide feedback or subjects you’d like us to cover in future episodes, by emailing the team via equinewelfare@racingvictoria.net.au