Straight from the Horse Doctor's Mouth

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.

In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long discuss thre state of veterinary medicine. Topics include the reducing number of equine veterinarians, how to improve your relationship with your vet, and why it matters so much.

In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long discuss the three classifications of Drugs, Medical Devices, and Supplements. This is arguably one of the most important distinctions to understand as a horse owner, and by the end, listeners will know why most veterinarians have a healthy skepticism of most supplements.

In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long take a close look at runny eyes in horses. This can be an indicator of several different things, all of which are discussed, as well as treatment and prevention.

In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long discuss the basic healthcare things that every horse needs each year. Topics include vaccines, dental care, deworming, foot care, and nutrition, among others.

In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long talk about Pigeon Fever. Topics include symptoms, cause, treatment, and prevention.

In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long discuss EHV 1, 4 and 5. Topics include the not-so-bad, the really, really bad, and everything in between.

In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long take a look at the challenges of diagnosing horses with ailments that can't be positively identified by a simple test, or in many cases, at all.

In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long discuss the last thirty days of pregnancy and the first thirty days post-foaling. Topics include vaccines, development, early warning signs, and things to watch out for.

In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long examine the harder-to-identify challenges of horses and their movement.

In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long explore the equine guttural pouch and all its mysteries and problems.

In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long discuss various aspects of colic. Topics include different kinds of colic, symptoms of problems, things to avoid, and treatment options.

In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long have an in-depth discussion on the wide variety of problems that can occur in young, growing horses. OCD's might be the most well known, but there's more to it than that!

In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long discuss the common (and less common) problems that older horses develop in their teeth and gums. Topics include cracked and broken teeth, EOTRH, side-effects of lack of dental care, and more.

In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long debunk the young horse myth. Topics include bone growth, emotional maturity, and data from studies of young horses.

In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long talk all things leg care. From washing and trimming to after-work treatments and swelling, they cover all the basics!

In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long interview Kelly Vineyard, Ph.D. Kelly is the senior equine nutritionist for Purina, and brings a fantastic knowledge base to the show. She fields questions about a wide variety of nutrition topics, including what you can expect when you call your feed company for nutrition advice. This is a must-listen episode for every horse owner!

In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long discuss the effects of drugs like Tildren and OsPhos on the bones of horses. Topics include appropriate uses, common inappropriate uses, and the long-term impacts of use.

In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long take a deep dive into equine hormones, and how they make the body function. Topics include seasonal changes such as hair and foot growth, mares, stallions, and disfunctions in the system like PPID/Cushings.

In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long discuss common blood tests that veterinarians run on horses. Topics include what information can be obtained from blood tests, what can't be, and how doctors use that information to treat horses.

In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long discuss all things horse snot. Learn what the different colors, consistencies, and quantities can tell you, what to worry about, and what to tell your veterinarian.

In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long discuss the health challenges of turning an OTTB or Standardbred into a well-adjusted, healthy member of your barn. Topics include dietary needs, turnout, exercise, habits and routines, and more.

In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long take another look at deworming protocols, and discuss the latest research regarding drug resistance. Topics include parasites, drug resistance from over-deworming, and the looming drug crisis the entire equine industry is facing.

In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long discuss Potomac Horse Fever. Topics include the misleading name, symptoms, treatment, and prevention.

In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long have a very candid discussion about all aspects of humane euthanasia. Topics include logistical considerations, making the decision when it isn't easy, methods, and more.

In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long talk about rabies in horses. Topics include how rabies moves among different animals (including humans!), treatment, and vaccination.

In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher talks Stereotypical Behaviors with Equine Behaviorist Dr. Carissa Wickens from the University of Florida's Animal Sciences department. Topics include cribbing, weaving, stall-walking, and more.

In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long discuss Equine Infectious Anemia, the disease that Coggins testing looks for. Topics include history, symptoms, and the importance of prevention.

In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long discuss various skin cancers, including squamous cell carcinoma, sarcoids, and melanoma. Topics include signs and diagnosis, treatment, and prevention.

In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long are joined by Ella Richardson, host of the Short Strides podcast. They talk about stress both in horses and riders, and how to recognize it, manage it, and prevent it.

In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long discuss the stifle. Topics include common injuries, diagnostic challenges, treatments, and prevention tips.

In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long examine a collection of myths and old wives' tales suggested by listeners. Topics include a wide variety of treatments, indicators, and other fairly crazy ideas.

In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long discuss muscle disorders such as HYPP, PSSM, and MFM. Topics include signs and diagnosis, treatment, and broad spectrum muscle disorder information.

In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long discuss White Line Disease, Thrush, and hoof abscesses. Topics include diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of each.

In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long discuss alternative therapies. Specific therapies include PEMF, vibrating plates, lasers, and therapeutic ultrasound. Dr. Lacher takes the skeptic's perspective and examines the science behind the tools, potential dangers, and potential benefits.

In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long discuss the condition commonly referred to as Head Shakers. Topics include the various things that are often mistaken for Head Shakers, diagnosis, and the challenges of finding effective treatments.

In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long discuss diarrhea in horses, and why it's always an emergency. Topics include acute diarrhea, chronic diarrhea, and fecal water syndrome.

In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long discuss a wide variety of common skin issues that horses deal with. Topics include the importance of proper diagnosis, the difference between bacterial and fungal infections, treatment, and prevention.

In this episode, Dr. Lacher and show host Justin Long take a deep dive into DSLD. Learn what it is, what it does, and how we treat it.

In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long discuss Streptococcus equi equi, better known as Strangles. Learn the signs, management challenges, and prevention tools, along with a close look at quarantine procedures for farms.

In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long take a deep dive into horse feet and discuss the intricacies of Caudal Heel Pain, often referred to as Navicular Syndrome. Topics include symptoms, diagnostic options, treatments, and prevention.

In this episode, Dr. Lacher and show host Justin Long interview Dr. John Peloso, a board-certified equine surgeon and co-founder of the Equine Medical Center of Ocala, on the subject of broken bones. Topics include how breaks occur, what types of breaks can be repaired, what makes a horse a good candidate for surgery, and what the recovery process is like.

In this episode, Dr. Lacher and show host Justin Long take a deep dive into the complex world of Cushings, or PPID. Learn what makes PPID different from the Cushings that humans and dogs get, as well as early warning signs, treatment options, and, most importantly, how to reduce the chances that your horse will end up with it.

In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long discuss one of the scariest, yet least dangerous emergencies you're likely to experience with your horse: a choke. Topics include causes, treatment, and preventative measures you can take to avoid it.

In this episode, Dr. Lacher and show host Justin Long discuss a variety of problems that create lameness in the neck and back of horses. Included topics are signs of problems, diagnostic methods and limitations, and treatment.

In this episode, Dr. Lacher and show host Justin Long talk about sweat. Do you know how much sweat your horse can lose, or how to determine that? Learn what sweating means for your horse, and how to help them do it well. And on the other end of the spectrum are the non-sweaters. Learn what the inability to sweat looks like in case it happens to your horse.

In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long discuss Cellulitis in horses. Included topics are what causes it, symptoms, care, and prevention.

In this episode, Dr. Lacher and show host Justin Long continue their tour of the horse leg. The splint bones, while fairly small and insignificant, can be very problematic! Learn what they are, what can go wrong, and what we can do about it.

In this episode, Dr. Lacher and show host Justin Long break down the role of the Suspensory Ligament in the horse. Topics include lameness issues, injuries, surgeries, rehab and recovery, and injury prevention.

In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long take a deep dive into the world of sleeping horses. Topics include what healthy sleep is like, the things that prevent that from happening, and how we can set our horses up for successful sleep.