Board-certified behaviorist Dr. Chris Pachel returns, this time to address the all too common issue of the barking fence dogs, specifically when the two feed off each other. On this week’s episode of the Cone of Shame Veterinary Podcast, Dr. Andy Roark and Dr. Chris Pachel discuss the underlying behavior behind this bark and offer… Read More
Non-Anesthetic Dentistry Fallout (HDYTT)
Dr. Amy Thomson joins us to explore non-anesthetic dentistry and client communication, tackling common fears about anesthesia and the importance of clear language in veterinary care. Learn from her expertise as she and Dr. Andy Roark discuss how to effectively manage cases like Nico, a Chihuahua with good teeth but bad breath on this week’s… Read More
Optimism & The Long(er) Nosed Frenchie
As someone who posts a ton of veterinary photos and videos online, I find brachycephalic pets to be a bit of a tricky fish. On the one hand, I often see brachycephalic (aka “smooshed-faced”) pets with absolutely wonderful personalities and are a joy to be around. These include brachycephalic dog breeds like pugs, Frenchies, and… Read More
A Comedian Walks into an Emergency Room
Dr. Matt Asciutto explores the power of comedy in veterinary medicine as he applies the “yes, and” principle from his improv comedy background to enhance client and team interactions. Dr. Roark shares how humor has shaped his approach to the profession. Together, they discuss how comedy can bring light to even the darkest moments in… Read More
Lessons Learned Around Caregiver Burden
Dr. Ashley Bourgeois joins us for a candid discussion about caregiver fatigue and its wide-ranging effects on individuals. Dr. Andy Roark and Dr. Bourgeois share how the lessons they’ve learned have impacted their careers. Cone Of Shame Veterinary Podcast · COS – 266 – Lessons Learned Around Caregiver Burden You can also listen to this… Read More
HDYTT: Feline Stress and Inappropriate Defecation
This week on the Cone of Shame Veterinary Podcast, board certified behaviorist, Dr. Leanne Lilly, joins Dr. Andy Roark to discuss the link between stress and the GI tract. Together they talk through treating the behavior case of Calix, a calico feline that will not stop defecating outside the litter box. Cone Of Shame Veterinary… Read More