Lauren and JJ present the 12 days of Christmas, veterinary ER-style!References:(1) Hanson, K. R., et al. (2021). Effect of prazosin on feline recurrent urethral obstruction. Journal of Feline Medicine and Surgery, 23(12), 1176-1182. https://d
Lauren and JJ answer listener mail: What can managers do to improve morale and staff cohesion without stepping on toes? How can an employee let her boss know that their clinic's dress code policies are outdated and that it's negatively impactin
Lauren and JJ discuss emotional regulation and distress tolerance skills, plus make plans for the holiday episode!Please note that at the time of this recording neither Lauren nor JJ are licensed mental health providers. This podcast is for in
Lauren and JJ answer listener mail: When is it appropriate to cry while attending a patient's euthanasia? How can you cope with the uneducated veterinary opinions of friends and family members?
Lauren and JJ investigate a case of vomiting and bloody diarrhea in a dog. This episode includes a detailed review of canine pancreatitis. References:(1) Kirby, R., & Linklater, A. (2016). Monitoring and intervention for the critically i
Lauren and JJ provide important clinical updates about a new device to aid in pain detection in animal patients and a new medication for feline diabetes mellitus!Resources: (1) Information about the PainTrace multi-species neurobiosignal acti
Lauren and JJ investigate a case of retching and anxiety in a dog patient.This episode includes a review of gastric dilatation and volvulus in the dog. References:(1)Gastric dilatation-volvulus syndrome (canine). Veterinary Information Netwo
Lauren and JJ continue the series of Snackisodes on dangerous snacks with an episode about xylitol toxicity in dogs. References:(1) Xylitol toxicosis (canine). Veterinary Information Network. Last updated by Galles, B. in July 2023. www.vin.c
Next in our series of Snackisodes on dangerous snacks is tremorgenic mycotoxicosis! Specific mycotoxins discussed in today's episode include:(1) Penitrem A, which is the most clinically significant tremorgenic mycotoxin in dogs and is produce
Lauren and JJ investigate a case of a strange facial expression and stiff gait in a dog patient. This episode contains an in-depth review of tetanus. References:(1) Tetanus (Canine). VINcyclopedia. Last updated 9/11/23 by Rothrock, K. www.vi
In the latest installment of "Snackisodes on Dangerous Snacks," Lauren and JJ discuss anticoagulant rodenticides. First generation anticoagulants referenced include warfarin, chlorphacinone, coumatetralyl, coumafuryl, diphacinone, fumarin, pin
Lauren and JJ welcome veterinarian Dr. Shelby Agnew back to the podcast to investigate a case of lethargy and difficulty breathing in a Doberman pinscher. This episode includes a review of dilated cardiomyopathy in the dog. References: (1) D
In the second installment of the Snackisodes on Dangerous Snacks series, Lauren and JJ discuss chocolate toxicity in dogs and cats!References:(1) Gwaltney-Brant, S. M. Chocolate Toxicosis in Animals. Merck Veterinary Manual. Last updated Nov
Lauren and JJ welcome veterinary emergency clinician Dr. Erin Brown to the podcast to discuss emergency medicine and the Accelerate Program at Huntsville Veterinary Specialists and Emergency. Special Guest: Erin Brown.
Lauren and JJ discuss allium toxicity in dogs and cats. References: (1) Fisher, A., & Gwaltney-Brant, S. (2022). Allium (Garlic/Onion) Toxicosis (Canine and Feline Chapters). VINcyclopedia. www.vin.com (2) Cope, R. B. (2005). Toxicology Brie
Lauren and JJ welcome licensed psychotherapist Dr. Laurie Fonken back to the podcast to discuss hope and the Veterinary Hope Foundation.Veterinary Hope Foundation: https://veterinaryhope.org/ Special Guest: Laurie Fonken.
Lauren and JJ welcome therapist Dana Hampson back to the podcast to talk about setting boundaries and overcoming the fear of disappointing others. References/ Recommendations:(1) Not Nice: Stop People Pleasing, Staying Silent, & Feeling Guilt
Lauren and JJ welcome multispecies veterinarian Jennifer Graham to the podcast to talk about exotic and small mammal medicine! Special Guest: Jennifer Graham.
Lauren, JJ, and special guest technician Elena continue to investigate the case of a dog with urate uroliths and elevated bile acids. This is part 2 of a two-part case. For the first part, see Episode 4.4: Please Don't Be High. This episode in
Lauren, JJ, and special guest technician Elena investigate the case of a dog that is straining to urinate. This episode includes a detailed discussion of urate uroliths in the dog. Sources: (1) Rothrock, K., & Shell, L. (2022). Urolithiasis,
Lauren and JJ provide clinical updates about the potential zoonotic implications of feeding raw diets, whether dogs dislike white lab coats, and the efficacy of adding dexamethasone to topical chlorhexidine wipe products. Sources: (1) Chan, D