A Stride Above!
Welcome to "A Stride Above Podcast," where our love for horses and dedication to their well-being brings us together! Your Host, Dr Alberto Rullan, an ISELP-certified Equine Sports Medicine Veterinarian and Owner of Performance Equine Veterinary Services and Equine Performance Innovative Center (EPIC) is here to guide you through the latest in horse care, health, and performance.
The bond between a horse and its owner is profound, built on trust, understanding, and a deep commitment to their health and happiness. It's our goal to nurture that bond through education and information, making complex veterinary knowledge accessible and actionable for you.
You can expect biweekly episodes to gallop into a range of topics essential for every horse owner. From innovative treatment options that are redefining equine care, to practical advice on recognizing early signs of health issues, we're covering it all. Our focus is on prevention, early detection, and the latest advancements in treatments to ensure your horse can reach their peak performance abilities.
Together, we'll ensure that you and your horses always remain a stride above the rest!
A Stride Above!
Ep 47 - The Science Behind Applied Equine Podiatry with KC LaPierre Pt 1
Welcome back to A Stride Above! In this episode, Dr. Alberto Rulan is joined by KC LaPierre, co-founder of the Institute of Applied Equine Podiatry, for a discussion on what truly goes into caring for a horse’s foot. Together, they unpack the philosophy, science, and controversy surrounding traditional farriery, barefoot trimming, and applied equine podiatry.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
• What applied equine podiatry actually is and how it’s different from farriery
• Why KC moved away from shoeing after 45 years as a farrier
• What “holistic” really means in hoof care (and why it’s not just “natural”)
• How the foot affects the whole horses circulation, nerves, and more
• When it might be time to move beyond conventional hoof care
More than just theory, this episode challenges long-held assumptions about hoof care and opens the door to a more informed, whole-horse approach. Be sure to subscribe, follow and reach out to us on social media @pevsocala and @albertorullanvm! You won’t want to miss part two, where we’ll dive into how to know when it’s time to try something different and what that might look like.
KC LaPierre’s Links
https://appliedequinepodiatry.org/
https://perfecthoofwear.com
https://hooflevel.com
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