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In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long talk about how much equine medicine has changed over the course of Dr. Lacher's career so far, and how important it is to stay abreast of advancements. From nutrition to imaging capabilities to AI, they cover a lot of ground in this fascinating discussion! 

In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long discuss their new mobile app, the Equine Emergency Vet Care Guide, and how it can help, horses, horse owners, and their veterinarians. Topics include a variety of emergencies that are compounded by time, and why getting treatment fast can make such a significant difference in the outcome for the horse and in cost for the owner. Find out more about the app at https://EquineEmergencyApp.com

In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long talk about the wide variety of diagnostic tools that veterinarians use, what information they provide, and how veterinarians decide the best diagnostic options on a limited budget. Topics include imaging, blood tests, and more!

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 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 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 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, 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 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, 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 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. Lacher details the journey she has taken through Cahira's intermittant lameness since December 2024. Details include her difficulties in diagnosing the problem, settling on a treatment plan with the help of her team, and trying to ignore the urge to do all the wacky stuff that won't help but might make her feel better for trying. 

In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long take a deep dive into the processes for diagnosing lameness in horses. Topics include physical exam, tools and technology, human resources, and much more!

In this episode, Dr. Lacher and show host Justin Long discuss neuro behavior in horses, and how EPM is different from other types of neuro behavior. Topics include the dangers of treating EPM without a proper diagnosis, the process for getting a diagnosis for EPM and other neuro diseases, treatment options for a variety of conditions, rehab, and prevention.

In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long discuss proper deworming protocols, why they've changed over time, and why it's so important to stay up to date with the latest research. Topics include deworming drugs, drug resistant parasites, best practices, and why once a year is all most horses need.