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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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All Episodes

45:30

S9E08 Hi/Lo Ringbone & Side Bone

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2026/04/15

In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long cover the wild world of high ringbone, low ringbone, and side bones. Topics include what they are (and aren't!), symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention.

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56:34

S9E07 Laminitis aka Founder

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2026/03/31

In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long take a deep dive into the world of laminitis, or founder in horses. Topics include how it happens, early warning signs, diagnosing, treatment options, and making hard decisions.

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59:05

S9E06 Stomach and Hind Gut Ulcers

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2026/03/14

In this episode, Drr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin long take a deep dive into the world of stomach ulcers. Topics include squamous ulcers, glandular ulcers, and hind gut ulcers, how they differ from one another, what treatments work and which ones don't (prepare to be disappointed about your expensive supplements!), and how our understanding of ulcer management has changed over time. This is a topic that has lots of misinformational marketing muddying up the water, so arm yourself with the

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51:05

S9E05 Colic Mythbusting

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2026/02/28

In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long confirm or debunk a number of popular myths surrounding colic in horses. Topics include how Banemine works with colic, walking horses, twists, and much more! Check out the Equine Emergency Vet Care Guide app at https://EquineEmergencyApp.com to give yourself the best tool for managing colic or any other potential horse emergency!

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59:02

S9E04 Hay Hay Hay! w/ Dr. Kelly Vineyard

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2026/02/15

In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long sit down with returning guest equine nutritionist Kelly Vineyard PhD to talk forage. This is an episode every horse owner will want to listen to multiple times! Dr. Vineyard explains different forage types in detail, and how she goes about choosing the right forage for the right horse, as well as grass and pasture forage, bagged/cubed/pelleted forages, and much, much more.

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56:59

S9E03 Equine Diagnostic Options

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2026/02/01

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!

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44:55

S9E02 Equine Emergency Vet Care Guide

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2026/01/15

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

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55:56

S9E01 Then vs Now: 25 Years of Vet Med

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2026/01/01

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!

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40:15

S8E24 How to Love your Horse

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2025/12/15

In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long talk about the different ways people try to show love to their horses, and what the horses actually consider signs of love. Topics include buying things vs. spending time with them, tips for keeping retired horses happy, and much more.

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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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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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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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