Straight From The Horse Doctor's Mouth

In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long discuss a wide variety of aspects surrounding the horse buying experience. Topics include pre-purchase exams, involved professionals like agents, trainers, brokers, dealers, and importers, considerations for horses of various ages, acceptable issues and unacceptable issues, and much more!

In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long discuss the wide variety of products that are used in joint injections, all of which fall under the three categories of steroids, ortho-biologics, and polyacrylamide gels. Topics include what each category of product does and doesn't do, and how veterinarians determine which one is appropriate for specific situations. 

In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long interview independant equine nutrition consultant Dr. Rachel Mottet, who has a graduate degree in equine nutrition and is the founder of Legacy Equine Nutrition. Topics include an introduction to the various categories of equine feed and hay, the difference between large and small feed companies, how to understand your horse's needs, and much more! Make sure to find Dr. Mottet at LegacyEquineNutrition.com to learn more about how she can help you improve your feed program.

In this episode, physical therapist Dr. Michelle Correia returns to the show for an in-depth discussion of equine rehab with Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long. Topics include the philosophy of rehab process (exercise, load, & dose), transitioning from recovery to rehab, and from rehab to work, and much more! You can find Dr. Correia at StableBodyPT.com. 

In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long interview accountant, business coach, and training barn owner Molly Cobb about the logistics of running a successful barn and providing proper healthcare and nutrition for the horses. All horse owners will benefit from this insightful discussion. Topics include recognizing all of the actual costs of farm operations, planning herd health with a veterinarian, charging appropriately based on your operating costs, and much more.

In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long address a number of common myths regarding horse teeth and equine dental care. Topics include power tools, young horse teeth, old horse teeth, lay floaters, drugs, equipment, and much more!

In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long talk about the variety of winter ailments that horses encounter. Topics include symptoms and severity, treatment, bio-security, and prevention. 

In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long talk about the best ways to improve your horse's quality of life. Topics include physical health, mental health, and much more!

In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long interview Dr. Michelle Correia, a doctor of physical therapy and graduate of the Univ. of Tennessee Equine Rehabilitation Certificate program, about the complex relationship between rider and horse fitness and injury prevention. Topics include key fitness indicators, common causes of injury, proper fitness programs for both horses and riders, and the role of equine physios in the veterinarian/owner/trainer relationship. You can find Dr. Correia at https://StableBodyPT.com .

In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long discuss hocks and what makes them different from other joints in the equine leg. Topics include what goes wrong, what doesn't, mythbusting, injections, treatment options, and more.

In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long discuss the severity of lacerations, do's and dont's for first aid, and post-veterinary care treatment tips. 

In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long discuss the role of starches and sugars in horse feed, grass, and hay. Topics include diet formulation, feed production, and forage management for easy keepers, hard keepers, and horses with special dietary requirements.

In the final episode of the Vague Sense of Unease mini-series, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long talk about environmental factors that can impact horses. Topics include bedding, noise, light, herd dynamics, and more. 

In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long continue the Unease series with a discussion about equipment. Topics include bits, bridles, saddles, pads, and more. 

In this esisode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long talk to Dr. Kelly Vineyard, the senior equine nutritionist at Purina Mills, about their research on the equine gut microbiome. Topics include the Purina MQ Kit, which allows horse owners to map the DNA of their horse and get a custom nutrition plan based on their horse's particular needs, probiotics, and more! You can find more information and links to order the MQ kit here: https://mq.purinamills.com/product/mqkit

In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long talk with Autumn Miller, the equine representative for Care Credit, about how they are helping horse owners provide better care for their horses through healthcare financing. 

In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long discuss a variety of lameness issues that are very difficult to pinpoint and diagnose. Topics include imaging, blocks, false positives, and complex and compound lameness cases.

In this first in a series of related episodes, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin long discuss a variety of muscle disorders that can present as a vague sense of unease. Topics include PSSM 1 & 2, MFM, and other muscle issues.

In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long discuss the array of professionals available to horse owners, how to find and use them, and what each brings to your horse. Topics include veterinarians, farriers, nutritionists, physical therapists, and more.

In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long discuss managing horses in the heat of summer. Topics include hydration, cooling after riding, electrolytes, and busting some popular myths.