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b'In the United States, it is estimated that almost 150,000 horses per year are unwanted. What is \\u201cunwanted\\u201d? The term is used to refer to horses that are old, injured, sick, unmanageable, or fail to meet expectations. The horse may have a lameness or illness\\u2026or he could just be the wrong color or gender. His problem could be life-threatening\\u2026or chronic and manageable. He may have a mild behavioral problem\\u2026or a severe one.\\n\\u2026\\nThis week we speak with Dr. Stacie Boswell, an equine surgeon and author of \\u201cThe Ultimate Guide for Horses in Need,\\u201d a veterinarian who has dedicated much of her career to helping \\u201chorses in transition\\u201d and provide better care and welfare for all horses.\\n\\u2026\\nHosts Dr. Ernie Ward and Beckie Mossor, RVT learn how Dr. Boswell became an equine veterinarian and why this topic is so important to her.\\n\\u2026\\nThe trio also discuss the unique mental health and self-care challenges faced by large and mixed-animal veterinary professionals and how Dr. Boswell keeps her energy and enthusiasm high, despite the challenges she encounters. \\n\\u2026\\nViewfinders, this is another wide-ranging conversation that offers us a glimpse into another side of veterinary practice. To learn more about Dr. Stacie Boswell and her book, \\u201cThe Ultimate Guide for Horses in Need,\\u201d at: https://stacieboswell.com/'