Not too long ago, I was put in a position that was out of my control and my thoughts drifted into a negative space. I was hurt and felt like maybe my voice should be silenced. Maybe I didn’t belong anymore, and I should just walk away from a career that has been my life… Read More
Archives for January 2020
Bird Medicine Basics for People Afraid of Birds (HDYTT)
This week on the Cone… Dr. Andy Roark asks an amazing exotic animal veterinarian for help with a lethargic Cockatoo. When you don’t generally see birds and then one needs your help… how do you treat that? Want a shout-out from Dr. Andy Roark for a friend or co-worker? Rate this podcast on iTunes and… Read More
What Do I Really Want From Vet Medicine?
I’ll admit it, I’m one of those people who wanted to be a veterinarian since I knew I had to have a “grown-up job.” I read James Herriot over and over as a kid and had high expectations for what life would be like once I “made it.” I was devasted to learn that it… Read More
Placebos For Pets: The Truth About Alternative Medicine in Animals
This week on the Cone of Shame Veterinary Podcast, Dr. Andy Roark interviews Brennen McKenzie, VMD, MSc of The SkeptVet. They’ll talk all about his new book, “Placebos for Pets? The Truth About Alternative Medicine in Animals“, and how we can sift through claims and evidence in order to make better choices for our patients…. Read More
The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up Your Veterinary Hospital
Okay, I admit it, I drank the Marie Kondo Kool-Aid and, like Colbert said on her Late Show appearance, given the chance, I would probably follow Marie Kondo to her cult compound and stay with her forever. Recently, I moved into a very small home. I was already on board with a more minimalist lifestyle,… Read More
There’s A Cat Who Is Destroying The Furniture – HDYTT?
This week on the Cone… There’s a cat in exam room 3 who will NOT stop destroying furniture. The owner is about to give the cat up or find someone who will declaw it. It’s YOUR case! How do you treat that?? ** If you find the Cone of Shame to be helpful, please share… Read More