Beste Vetpodcast podcasts (2024)

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Episode 75: What was the client thinking? That was not really what I meant! 4:49

5M ago4:49

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Welcome back to another episode of Better Work Stories by The Vet Podcast. I'm veterinarian, Dr. Bryan Gregor. Now, relaying bad blood results to clients can sometimes be difficult and stressful for veterinarians. But this [00:01:00] discussion with a client just takes the cake. Can you imagine, or more likely not imagine, What was going on inside …

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Episode 74: Can I have a lift? - Better Veterinary Work Stories 7:01

6M ago7:01

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After almost a year off (for reasons you will find out in the podcast!) I am back. I am Dr Bryan Gregor, a veterinarian from New Zealand. During my long life as a veterinarian, I have seen a lot of weird, quirky funny and just down right bizarre stuff! This is just one of them. Follow me on social media @vetpodcast and as they say, like and subscri…

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Episode 73: We are not drug dealers! The latest research from The Morris Animal Foundation 21:16

1+ y ago21:16

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When undertaking a scientific study on the efficacy of CBD in pain relief in dogs an issue that didn’t occur to me was the problem of getting the CBD across state borders in The USA without being tagged as a drug dealer. The answer – move the study to Canada. We again catch up with Dr Kelly Diehl, Senior Director of Science & Communications for The…

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Episode 72: How much did you say it was? You are kidding me! A look at the cost of veterinary care. 13:35

1+ y ago13:35

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Having spent my working life in veterinary practice, a lot of it as a practice owner, I am well used to comments about how much veterinary services cost, some in jest, some in shock and occasionally some in anger. Is this fare criticism though? Let’s take a closer look. Often the comments are in jest. I have been introduced a few times as “this is …

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Episode 71: From surviving to thriving. We work in a tough profession. How good is your mental wellbeing? 35:40

1+ y ago35:40

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Unfortunately, the veterinary profession can really take a toll on the mental health and wellbeing of those in it. In this episode of The Vetpodcast I have a frank discussion with Canadian veterinarian Dr Marie Holowaychuk who is a passionate advocate for veterinary team wellbeing. Marie is CEO and founder of Reviving Veterinary Medicine and host o…

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Episode 70: Have you got a disaster plan for your pet? (Encore) 15:35

2y ago15:35

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Following the disastrous floods that have hit the north of New Zealand following cyclone Gabrielle last week, I think it is opportune to revisit a podcast I recorded a year or so ago with Sue Kinsella and Alison Vaughan from RNZSPCA. If you have the responsibility of looking after animals, you should listen to this!…

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Episode 69: Antimicrobial Resistance. You gave what to who? The British Health Secretary, some left over antibiotics and a return to the dark ages. 13:12

2y ago13:12

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“Without urgent action, we are heading for a post-antibiotic era, in which common infections and minor injuries can once again kill” A quote directly from The World Health Organization. This isn’t hyperbole, this is potentially our future (as if there aren’t enough other things to be concerned about!). And then we have the British Health Secretary …

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Episode 68: GiRLS Talk. The Golden Retriever Lifetime Study 31:28

2y ago31:28

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One of the givens in this world is that things never stay the same, we are always learning and we are always improving. This is as true for the veterinary profession as it is anywhere else. The information changes are based on must come from somewhere though. Many of us will be aware of the change in recommendations as to the timing of desexing dog…

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Episode 67: When it is time to say goodbye. A frank discussion on pet euthanasia with Dr Kathleen Cooney. 36:53

2+ y ago36:53

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If you have been a listener of the Vetpodcast for a while you may recall an episode we recorded back in early 2021 with Dr Melissa Trupia discussing end of life decisions and treatment. In this episode we are taking the inevitable next step today and discussing euthanasia. It is a topic that perhaps isn’t discussed as often as it should because but…

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Episode 66: The History of Veterinary Medicine Part 2. Enlightenment, advancement and change. 21:06

2+ y ago21:06

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This is the second part of our discussion on the history of veterinary medicine with Dr Bruce Vivash Jones. Bruce is a retired veterinarian, veterinary historian and author and has written what is possibly the most complete account of the history of veterinary medicine published. Bruce’s comments on the events that changed veterinary medicine, the …

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Episode 65: The History of Veterinary Medicine Part 1. Superstition, sacrifice and religion. 29:55

2+ y ago29:55

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This is the first of 2 episodes discussing the history of veterinary medicine with Dr Bruce Vivash Jones. Bruce is a retired veterinarian, veterinary historian and author and has authored what is possibly the most complete account of the history of veterinary medicine published. In this first instalment, I discuss the origins of veterinary medicine…

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Episode 64: Veterinary Suicide. If you only ever listen to one episode of The Vetpodcast please let it be this one! 10:54

2+ y ago10:54

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Whether you are a vet, vet nurse, RVN, allied veterinary professional or a pet owner, if there is only one episode of The Vetpodcast you ever listen to, please let it be this one. It is heart-breaking. I read with absolute despair that another of our veterinary colleagues have taken their own life – again! The statistics relating to suicide, and fo…

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Episode 63: Easter Suprise. Chocolate and Grape Poisoning 10:11

2+ y ago10:11

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Here in New Zealand, apart from the obvious religious significance of the festival there are 2 icons that you cannot escape. Chocolate Easter eggs and raisin filled Hot Cross Buns. Unfortunately, both chocolate and grapes are potentially toxic to dogs so without pouring cold water on your festivities, what is all the fuss about?…

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Episode 62: Let Me Point Out Your Prostate! 15:24

2+ y ago15:24

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Most men of a certain age can tell you exactly where their prostate gland is. The doctor has pointed it out to them literally on more than one occasion. Male dogs can also have issues with their prostate glands, and yes, just like our human colleagues, one of our best diagnostic tools is our index finger! In this episode of The Vetpodcast I discuss…

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Episode 61: Don't eat that, it is disgusting! 15:06

2+ y ago15:06

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Something like 16% of dogs do it. Almost 100% of humans find it disgusting. It makes me gag! I am talking about coprophagia. What is coprophagia? – Eating faeces I chat to Jess from nutritionRVN about this less than savoury behaviour. We talk about: -Is there a risk to either dogs or humans? -What causes it? -How to stop it? I would normally say si…

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Episode 60: Have you got a disaster plan for your pet? 20:34

2+ y ago20:34

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News bulletins are full of disaster stories. In the case of a disaster have you got a plan for your pet? I talk to Sue Kinsella and Alison Vaughan from RNZSPCA about “disaster preparedness”. It is as simple as: - Microchip your pets - Have a cage or crate handy - A collar and lead and perhaps a muzzle - 48 – 72 hours feed - Any medication required …

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Episode 59: Hairballs. 11:22

3y ago11:22

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There is nothing worse than being woken up in the middle of the night by that hacking coughing sound of a cat bringing up a hairball unless it is standing on it in bare feet. We discuss causes, treatment and prevention of hairballs.

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Episode 58: "This dog is all that is keeping mum alive. If the dog dies she dies!" Pets and senior citizens. 13:44

3y ago13:44

13:44

As a veterinarian, it is not uncommon for a pet to be presented to me on behalf of a frail older person by a friend or family member and having the forceful if not somewhat chilling statement made to me “this wee dog is all that is keeping mum alive. If the dog dies, mum will have nothing to live for, and she will probably die”. Unfortunately, and …

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Episode 57: Things they said. Some of the best comments of the year. 14:20

3y ago14:20

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It’s the end of what has been for most of us a very trying year so rather than dive into a technical topic for this last podcast of 2021, lets listen to some of the words of wisdom (and out-takes) from our many and diverse guests over the past year or so. There are a few “did they really say that” moments and a few comments that hit the nail on the…

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Episode 56: Under Pressure. A Dive into Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy. 16:15

3y ago16:15

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How about a treatment that circulates oxygen around the body dissolved in plasma rather than haemoglobin that diffuses oxygen into those hard to reach spots like damaged tissue with poor blood supply and deep seated infections? How useful is that! I talk to Annette McFadgen VN from Town and Country Vets in Nelson, NZ about Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy…

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Episode 55: Avian Medicine. The Tweetment Episode 46:47

3y ago46:47

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We talk again to UK exotic vet Benjamin Kennedy. This time about birds, both how to keep them and for the vets and vettechs tips and tricks to help you examine and treat them. · History of keeping birds as pets · Do they have personalities · Housing including enrichment and UV · Nutrition · How to tell if a bird is sick · Differences between indivi…

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Episode 54: Reality Television. Should I really be screaming at the screen? 10:33

3y ago10:33

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I have always been of two minds about veterinary programs on television. In truth, the reason I took up this wonderful profession in the first place was my love of the James Herriot books and the original television adaptation of them. Without James Herriot, who knows what I would be doing now. On the flip side, I have found myself screaming at the…

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Episode 53: Caring for exotic pets. 43:27

3y ago43:27

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Exotic pets are becoming quite common in the world. They don’t take up much space, they don’t eat much, and you don’t have to take them for a walk every day. We catch up again with UK veterinarian Benjamin Kennedy and we discuss exotics as a pet. The first half of the podcast; we discuss the husbandry of them, and we get a little bit more clinical …

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Episode 52: Can you blood test a spider? Treating the creepy crawlies - invertebrate medicine. 45:51

3y ago45:51

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Not all animals have fur, but vets can still treat them. Ever wondered what to do with a sick spider or a sluggish snail. UK veterinarian, Benjamin Kennedy discusses what veterinary science can do for invertebrates. We ask: What are invertebrates? (Note that the 7X comment is an approximation!) Do they make good pets? Do they have personalities? Sp…

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Episode 51: Back to basics. How to get the most from the visit to your veterinarian. 18:12

3+ y ago18:12

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I am working on a couple of interviews at the moment that aren't quite finished so I have delved deep into The Vetpodcast archives and pulled out a couple of short recordings that hopefully will be of interest to our pet owning listeners. How do you get the most from your visit to the veterinarian? In this episode I discuss how to prepare for your …

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Episode 50: The Microbiome. Just like a well cared for lawn. 23:59

3+ y ago23:59

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Think of the microbiome as a lawn. It has weeds, requires fertilizing and it is possible to carpet bomb it killing all the good microbes if you aren’t careful. We chat with Jess from nutritionRVN about what has been referred to as the second brain, the microbiome.

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Episode 49: Have spay kit, will travel. Vets Beyond Borders. Delivering veterinary aid in difficult times. 23:44

3+ y ago23:44

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Around the world, hundreds of animal welfare organizations are striving to improve the life of millions of animals that have no other access to veterinary attention. All too often, a main obstacle to providing such treatment is a lack of adequate veterinary health facilities and clinical personnel, resulting in widespread animal suffering. Vets Bey…

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Episode 48: Gene Genie. Is this a Cavoodle or a Schnoodle? 1:16:40

3+ y ago1:16:40

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Genetic testing is now commonly used for screening for and diagnosing health issues in dogs and cats, parentage confirmation, establishing breed, identification, forensics and even help in creating new coat colors. We talk DNA testing with George Sofronidis from Orivet.

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Episode 47: Two vets, Two podcasts, One town. Lets talk! 2:38

3+ y ago2:38

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The tables are turned in this episode of the Vetpodcast. Someone else asks the questions. Alex Avery is a veterinarian in the neighboring practice to my old one. In a town the size of ours, what’s the chances of us both being veterinary podcasters. Alex produces a podcast named CALL THE VET and he approached me to have a chat for his podcast so of …

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Episode 46: Who knew being a bee vet was a thing? 17:53

3+ y ago17:53

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When you hear the term veterinarian, what animals immediately come to mind? Chances are you will think cats, dogs, cows, horses or maybe sheep. How about bees? They are production animals, and they also have health issues. In this episode we talk bee vet Juan Molina Santiago about an area of veterinary medicine you probably didn’t even know existed…

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Episode 45: CSI Canine Scene Investigation. The animal forensics episode 14:15

3+ y ago14:15

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CSI is being re-released so why not re-release our animal forensics episode. We talked to George Sofronidis from Orivet Genetic Pet Care a while ago about DNA, dog attacks, dodgy meat, ownership disputes and dog poo on the lawn.

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Episode 44: How to give a pill to a fish. We talk fish medicine. 26:18

3+ y ago26:18

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As a veterinarian in general veterinary practice, I would occasionally get asked for advice on sick fish. Our training at Vet School on aquatic medicine was pretty sparse and when a call came in for a goldfish floating upside down or an unsightly growth on the side of a guppy, I would try to look really busy or head for the door as if I had somewhe…

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Episode 43: We are going back to the zoo! 30:02

3+ y ago30:02

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A year ago we talked to Sarah-Jayne, a vet from Marwell Zoo in the UK. We talk to her again and ask what effect the pandemic has had on the animals, conservation and the viability of zoos. We ask: • Were there any physical health issues in the animals due to covid? • What effects has lack of visitors had on zoo animals’ behavior? • Do zoo animals s…

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Episode 41: Pet nutrition is not an opinion, it's a science. 27:28

3+ y ago27:28

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With so many options on what to feed your pet and so many people offering advice, let’s discuss pet nutrition with Jessica Joosse, @nutritionrvn , Registered Veterinary Nurse and Animal Nutritionist from Melbourne Australia. We ask: -What do cats and dogs need in their diet? -Can you balance a raw diet? -What is AAFCO? -Does the diet need to be con…

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Episode 41: The Vetpodcast Trailer 0:57

3+ y ago0:57

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Presented by veterinarian Dr. Bryan Gregor from New Zealand, The Vetpodcast discusses current and topical animal health issues with veterinary professionals from around the world. Whether you are in the industry or a pet lover The Vetpodcast is sure have something for you. Listen on your favorite podcast player.…

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Episode 40: Veterinary Suicide. Please look after yourself and your colleagues. #NOMV 10:17

3+ y ago10:17

10:17

If there is only one episode of The Vetpodcast you listen to please let it be this one. In the UK, suicide in veterinarians is 4 times that of the average population. This needs to stop. We again look at the causes of this scourge on the veterinary profession. What are the underlining causes and what can be done to help.…

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Episode 39: Drop, Cover, Hold. Can animals predict earthquakes? 9:11

3+ y ago9:11

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With the 10 year anniversary of the Christchurch earthquakes just past and as chance would have it, as I am finishing this podcast, the North of New Zealand is getting hammered by a swarm of earthquakes and there is a tsunami warning in place, we ask the question “can animals predict earthquakes?”

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Episode 38: Onions, opium and alcohol. How veterinary treatments have changed. 12:11

4y ago12:11

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Veterinary medicine is constantly advancing but it wasn’t that long ago that with a little knowledge and a few drugs the vet became the magician. I browse a couple of 100-year-old veterinary manuals.

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Episode 37: When our pets get terminally ill. 32:09

4y ago32:09

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Terminal disease and euthanasia are things a lot of pet owners have to deal with. They are not easy topics. There are now practices set up that deal solely with end-of-life matters. We discuss what owners need to consider when faced with a terminal diagnosis for their pet, how to recognize pain and how to decide when the time is right to say goodby…

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Episode 36: Avian Flu in the UK. Now your chickens are also in lockdown! 10:24

4y ago10:24

10:24

If you have poultry in the UK, you really should listen to this. Viruses have played a huge part in all of our lives this year. If Covid isn’t enough, now there is an outbreak of Avian Flu in the UK which has ramifications for all chicken and poultry owners and yes, chickens are now joining us in lockdown. In this episode of The Vetpodcast we discu…

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Episode 35: Breeding like rabbits. 15:46

4y ago15:46

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Here is a question for you. If you had 2 rabbits, one male and one female and you left them to do what rabbits do, at the end of a year how many rabbits would you have? You would be amazed at the number! In this episode we talk rabbits with some words of wisdom from Richard Rice-Grubb, a kiwi vet working in the UK.…

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Episode 34: Acupuncture 17:45

4y ago17:45

17:45

Acupuncture has become pretty much accepted in both human and veterinary medicine over the past few years and a number of vets are embracing acupuncture as part of their day to day practice. We talk to veterinarian and acupuncturist Dr Jessie Dreyfuss.

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Episode 33: Just keep the bowels open and trust the rest to God! James Herriot and All Creatures Great and Small revisited. 15:12

4y ago15:12

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Some of you may have seen the new series of All Creatures Great and Small. Just like the series, I have revisited an old podcast. I talk to Jim Wight, son of Alf Wight (the real-life James Herriot) who is also a vet, about old time vetting and The World of James Herriot.

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Episode 32: Get your head out of the cage! Wearable monitoring. 21:50

4y ago21:50

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Vet nurses and vet techs can probably relate to this scenario. The dog has just completed its' surgery and it is in recovery. You are on your hands and knees with your head in the cage trying to get its temperature, heart rate and respiration rate. MeasureON may be the answer to your prayers!

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Episode 31: Take your medicine 9:56

4y ago9:56

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Sometimes when we treat an animal, we don’t get the response we expect. It may be we got the diagnosis wrong, but often it is because the medication hasn’t been given correctly. In this episode we discuss drug compliance. Please take your medicine!

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Episode 30: Hydrotherapy 17:47

4y ago17:47

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Veterinary hydrotherapy has nothing to do with taking your dog for a swim in the sea. Hannah Sadler, a veterinary hydrotherapist explains what hydrotherapy is and what it is used for.

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Episode 29: Healing hands - Animal physiotherapy (physical therapy) 21:58

4y ago21:58

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Animal physiotherapy (Animal physical therapy) is becoming mainstream for treating animals now. We talk to Sarah Cruickshank, an animal physiotherapist from Auckland New Zealand.

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Episode 28: Why do cats eat grass? 10:45

4+ y ago10:45

10:45

Cats are not sheep so why do they eat grass?

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Episode 27: When is the right time? 46:12

4+ y ago46:12

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Euthanasia of a loved pet is unfortunately something that a lot of pet owners have to face. How do you know when the time is right, and what can be expected when the decision is made? Please note that this podcast contains details that some people may find disturbing. Please use discretion.

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Episode 26: What do computers, artificicial intelligence and taking a lions temperature have in common? 34:25

4+ y ago34:25

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There has been so much technological change in the world over the past few decades. The veterinary profession has not been immune to these changes so what progress have we made, where are we now and where are we heading? This episode we talk to Shawn Wilkie, co-presenter of The Veterinary Innovation Podcast.…

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