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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Mar 31, 2023 · 38 min
S6E07 Straight Trippin'
In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long discuss what's actually happening when a horse trips. Spoiler alert: it's a bigger deal than you think! Topics include hoof confirmation, neurological disorders, and more.
Mar 14, 2023 · 1 hr 4 min
S6E06 Equine Nutrition
In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long discuss equine nutrition. Topics include hay, grass, and other forage, as well as concentrates (grain), and how they impact horses at various stages of life.
Mar 1, 2023 · 55 min
S6E05 Equine Insurance with Sara Cunningham
In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long interview Sara Cunningham, an independent equine insurance broker and agent. Topics include how equine insurance is structured, available add-ons, all the ways it Doesn't work, and what you need to know going in. Sara is very open and candid about the problems and pitfalls in the equine insurance industry, and every horse owner should listen to this conversation!
Feb 15, 2023 · 37 min
S6E04 Sarcoids 101
In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long talk about the big wide world of equine sarcoids. Topics include identification, sources, treatment options, and more.
Jan 31, 2023 · 49 min
S6E03 Unbalanced Riders with Dr. Tonya Olson
In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long are joined by Tony Olson, a doctor of physical therapy and equestrian movement mechanic, and the founder of Move Like A Rider (movelikearider.com). They discuss the common challenges of riders lacking body awareness, and the impact that can have on the horse, as well as tools for improving fitness, awareness, and body control.
Jan 15, 2023 · 1 hr 3 min
S6E02 Back Pain in Horses
In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long discuss back and neck pain in horses. Topics include bone, muscle, and nerve problems of the back and neck, causes, and treatment options.
Jan 1, 2023 · 40 min
S6E01 Wound Care for Horses
In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long talk about strategies for managing lacerations, abrasions, and puncture wounds in horses. Topics include first aid, cleaning, and longterm management.
Dec 15, 2022 · 44 min
S5E24 Hydration Foundation
In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long discuss hydration in horses. Topics include water sources, requirements, usage, and tips and tricks to help your horse drink more water.
Dec 1, 2022 · 34 min
S5E23 Senior Horses in Winter
In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long discuss a wide variety of issues that older horses face in cold weather. Topics include signs of changes in horses' ability to manage weight, coat quality, and changes in forage, as well as nutrition and other things.
Nov 14, 2022 · 38 min
S5E22 How to Make Your Horse Vet Ready
In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long discuss all the things that contribute to a good - or bad - vet visit, and how you can optimize the experience for your horse as well as your veterinarian.
Oct 31, 2022 · 55 min
S5E21 Mythbusters 3
In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long tackle a wide variety of pervasive myths about equine health care. Topics were provided by Official Patrons of the podcast.
Oct 14, 2022 · 53 min
S5E20 Managing Fat Horses
In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long discuss overweight horses. Topics include nutrition and diet, health problems, insulin resistance, weight loss techniques, and more.
Oct 1, 2022 · 33 min
S5E19 Poll Evil and Fistulous Withers
In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long discuss Poll Evil and Fistulous Withers. Topics include causes, symptoms, diagnosing, treatment, and prevention.
Sep 14, 2022 · 34 min
S5E18 Show Horses and Drugs
In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long explore the complex world of drug rules in equine sports, and how to navigate everything with the help of your veterinarian.
Aug 31, 2022 · 51 min
S5E17 Pre-Purchase Exams (and why every horse needs one)
In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long discuss pre-purchase exams. Topics include what they cover, what they don't, and why every horse (including "cheap" and "free" horses!) should get one.
Aug 14, 2022 · 43 min
S5E16 Body Condition Score
In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long talk about body condition score in horses. Topics include how the systems work, how to determine the BCS of a horse, and the health risks of high and low scores.
Jul 30, 2022 · 53 min
S5E15 Stomach Ulcers
In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long discuss equine stomach ulcers. Topics include symptoms, diagnosing, treament, and prevention, along with some mythbusting of common misunderstandings.
Jul 14, 2022 · 42 min
S5E14 Feet 101
In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long explore the old axiom, "no hoof, no horse," and the myriad of ways that manifests itself. Topics include bone structure, tendons and ligaments, lamina, trimming and shoeing, and much more. Along with good nutrition and dental care, proper hoof care is one of the most important parts of horse ownership.
Jul 1, 2022 · 55 min
S5E13 Flying Things with Dr. Erika Machtinger
In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long interview entomologist Dr. Erika Machtinger of Penn State about a variety of bugs that are problematic for horses. Topics include houseflies, stable flies, horse flies, gnats, mosquitos, and more, what works on them, and what doesn't.
Jun 14, 2022 · 38 min
S5E12 Lyme Disease with Dr. Sally Denotta
In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long interview Sally Denotta, DVM, Ph.D. of the University of Florida's College of Veterinary Medicine about Lyme Disease in horses. Topics include symptoms, the difficulty in diagnosing it, and treatment options.

Straight from the Horse Doctor's Mouth

S6E07 Straight Trippin'

S6E06 Equine Nutrition

S6E05 Equine Insurance with Sara Cunningham

S6E04 Sarcoids 101

S6E03 Unbalanced Riders with Dr. Tonya Olson

S6E02 Back Pain in Horses

S6E01 Wound Care for Horses

S5E24 Hydration Foundation

S5E23 Senior Horses in Winter

S5E22 How to Make Your Horse Vet Ready

S5E21 Mythbusters 3

S5E20 Managing Fat Horses

S5E19 Poll Evil and Fistulous Withers

S5E18 Show Horses and Drugs

S5E17 Pre-Purchase Exams (and why every horse needs one)

S5E16 Body Condition Score

S5E15 Stomach Ulcers

S5E14 Feet 101

S5E13 Flying Things with Dr. Erika Machtinger

S5E12 Lyme Disease with Dr. Sally Denotta