S7E21 Starches and Sugars in Horse Feed
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Release Date: 10/31/2024
S9E02 Equine Emergency Vet Care Guide
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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
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S9E01 Then vs Now: 25 Years of Vet Med
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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!
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S8E24 How to Love your Horse
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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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S8E23 Choosing the right NSAID for your Horse
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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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S8E22 Vaccines and Horses
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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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S8E21 Shockwave w Dr. Cindy Harrington
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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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S8E20 Horses and Trailers
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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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S8E19 Diagnosing Lameness
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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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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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S8E17 Kissing Spine and the Equine Back
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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.
info_outlineIn 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.