In the pilot episode, Dr. Erica Lacher talks with host Justin Long about things a new horse owner needs to know before and after getting a horse. She shares tips and information that even seasoned horse owners may not know, and covers everything from pre-purchase exams and nutrition to vaccines and dental care. For more information, check out SpringhillEquine.com

In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and Justin Long take a close-up look at colic. Dr. Lacher explains the various types of colic, the symptoms to watch out for, and how they're treated. They'll also discuss various myths regarding the treatment of colics, and explain what's true and what's not. This episode is a must for every horse owner.

To find the blogs referenced by Dr. Lacher in this episode, click here and type "colic" into the search bar beside the magnifying glass.

On this episode, Dr. Lacher and Justin Long take an in-depth look at equine vaccines. Learn why they have to be given so frequently, why they're so fragile, and why it's so necessary to protect your horses.

In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and host Justin Long discuss the perils of keeping too much weight on horses. From insulin resistance and metabolic syndrome to laminitis and Cushings/PPID, a young fat horse can turn into an extremely unhealthy senior horse with a shortened lifespan.

In Episode 5, Dr. Lacher and Justin Long take a close look at horse eyes. Dr. Lacher explains the difference between infections, such as bacteria and fungus, and chronic problems, like Uveitis and IMMK. They go over treatment options, prevention techniques, and some handy how-to advice. Every horse owner needs to be able to recognize eye problems, and this podcast is a great resource for helping them react appropriately and timely, which could save their horse's eye.

This week Dr. Lacher and Justin Long interview Kathy Pennenga about the group of 15 horses that she rescued. They discuss the vast amount of work and money involved in getting these horses adopted to good homes.

Dr. Lacher talks to Dr. Machtinger, an entomologist from Penn State, about managing flies in and around the barn. They discuss prevention, traps, sprays, and more! You can find Dr. Machtinger at https://www.machtingerlab.com/

In this episode, Dr. Lacher breaks down the complicated world of equine lameness. She goes over various treatment options, and the ups and downs that come with them, to try to help horse owners understand the seriousness of both lameness and treatments, and why it's important to manage it properly.