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Straight from the Horse Doctor"s Mouth

Dr. Erica Lacher and Justin Long

Equine veterinarian Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long discuss horse healthcare, and proper care and maintenance. Whether your horse is an athlete or a lawn ornament, you"ll learn something that will help you be a better horse parent!

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50:32

S8E23 Choosing the right NSAID for your Horse

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2025/12/01

In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long look at Bute, Banemine, and Equiox and what they do for horses. Topics include the role of each drug in the inflammatory cascade, how they differ from one another, risks and side effects, and much more.

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56:31

S8E22 Vaccines and Horses

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2025/11/15

In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long talk about each of the core vaccines as well as some of the lifestyle vaccines that horses need. Topics incude the diseases and how they operate, the vaccines themselves, schedules and timeframes, location, side effects, and more.

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53:33

S8E21 Shockwave w Dr. Cindy Harrington

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2025/11/01

In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long interview Cindy Harrington Ph.D. of Elvation USA, distributors of the Piezowave Shockwave System. Topics include what shockwave is, how it works, and what it does and doesn't do for horses.

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51:09

S8E20 Horses and Trailers

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2025/10/15

In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long discuss a wide variety of aspects of hauling horses in trailers. Topics include choosing a tow vehicle, trailer types, hauling sick horses, hauling healthy horses, short hauls, long hauls, shipping boots, trailer wrecks, and much more!

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38:34

S8E19 Diagnosing Lameness

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2025/09/30

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!

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01:06:11

S8E18 X-ray, Ultrasound, & other Equine Imaging

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2025/09/14

In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long take a closer look at all the different imaging modalities available to veterinarians, and how they are used. Topics include digital radiograh (x-ray), ultrasound, CT scan, MRI, and PET scan.

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51:15

S8E17 Kissing Spine and the Equine Back

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2025/08/30

In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long take a deep dive into the mythos of Kissing Spine. They discuss what radiographs show and don't show, the diagnostic process, treatment without surgery, and weighing the risks/problems of surgery, along with a lot of rehab tips.

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01:15:24

S8E16 Saddle Fit w/ Philip Guenther

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2025/08/14

In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long sit down with Philip Guenther, co-founder of Equine Saddlefit (https://equine-saddlefit.com/) to talk all things saddle fit. Topics include what to look for in a saddle fitter, how proper saddle fit is achieved, saddle pads, and a whole lot more! Make sure to watch the cooresponding video on our YouTube channel for some helpful visual markers.

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44:33

S8E15 The Skinny on Skinny Horses

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2025/08/01

In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long discuss skinny horses, and the variety of things that can contribute to their condition. Topics include diet and nutrition, exercise, and illnesses.

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56:08

S8E14 Horses and Ticks w Dr. Erika Machtinger

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2025/07/14

In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long interview returning guest Dr. Erika Machtinger, an associate professor of entomology at Penn State. They discuss the types of ticks that are typically problems for horses (and dogs and people!), the disease risks associated with each, pasture management, effective tick repellents, and much more!

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56:15

S8E13 My Horse Isn't Fat!

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2025/06/30

In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long talk about overweight horses. Topics include identifying fat deposits in horses, body condition score, methods of weight loss, nutrition, exercise, negative impacts of excessive weight, and much more!

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55:07

S8E12 Skin Problems in Horses

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2025/06/14

In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and Justin Long discuss skin issues such as rain rot, insect allergies, tail rubbing, and more. Topics include diagnosing, treatment options, prevention, and things to avoid.

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50:14

S8E11 Deworming Demystified

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2025/06/01

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.

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54:40

S8E10 Neuro and EPM Horses

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2025/05/15

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.

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35:30

S8E09 Dr. Lacher's Horse Problems

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2025/05/01

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.

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S8E08 Buying a Horse

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2025/04/14

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!

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56:54

S8E07 Joint Injection Options

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2025/03/31

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.

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S8E06 Designing a Custom Feed Plan w Dr. Rachel Mottet

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2025/03/14

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

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53:18

S8E05 Rehabbing Horses w Dr. Michelle Correia

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2025/03/01

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.

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47:42

S8E04 Boarding and Training Barns w Molly Cobb

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2025/02/15

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.

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