Show Notes
This week, we’re talking about the HYCOAT situation and the questions it raises about veterinary medicine, off-label use, and responsibility. We get into the difference between a medical device and a drug, how products end up being used in ways they weren’t intended for, and what happened when contaminated HYCOAT was injected into horses’ joints. We also talk about the roles of veterinarians, companies, and horse owners, and why transparency matters.
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This week, we’re talking equine welfare, reporting concerns at horse shows, and what it actually takes to create change in the sport. We get into USEF’s new welfare initiatives, the challenges of speaking up when something doesn’t feel right, and what we’re rewarding in the show ring.
This week, we’re talking about veterinary mental health and why veterinarians face such high rates of suicide. We discuss the pressures of internships, long hours, financial stress, moral distress, and the reality of making difficult decisions for animals when there aren’t always good options. We also get into empathy vs. compassion, compassion fatigue, client expectations, and what could be done to better support veterinarians throughout their careers.
This week, we’re talking horse shopping and all the things that come with it. From lameness and pre-purchase exams to injections, soundness, and the changing list of requirements for finding the right horse. Plus, Barb’s current horse-less crisis and some family drama.
This week, we’re talking mentorship, the importance of vet-farrier relationships, and the Spruce Meadows Masters.
We’re back from our summer break and catching up on a little bit of everything. We talk about the SI joint and horse and rider asymmetry, the emaciated pony at the Hamptons Classic, and the conversation around horse welfare and social media. We also get into reporting concerns, teaching riders more about horse management, and what happens to compassion when you work with animals for a living.