The Science Behind Applied Equine Podiatry with KC LaPierre Pt 1
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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.
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