Tasha McNerney CVT CVPP discusses best practices for anesthesia and pain control in a 0.8lb kitten. These cases are tricky and Tasha lays out why as well as what we can do to reduce the risk and decrease pain and discomfort of our patient. Tasha and Andy talk through the importance of maintaining cardiac outflow,… Read More
Feline Lower Urinary Tract Disease (HDYTT)
Dr. Lauren Pagliughi joins Dr. Andy Roark to discuss a case that is oh-so-common in veterinary medicine, and oh-so-likely to end badly for feline patients! They are talking about Feline Lower Urinary Tract Disease (FLUTD). They discuss the importance of environmental questions for pet owners, diagnostics (including radiographs), and responsible approaches to treatment in regrade… Read More
Leaders Should NOT Eat Last – Hungry and Burned Out is Not How We Thrive
Dr. Michael Miller joins the podcast to talk about the downside of leaders eating last. He and Dr. Andy Roark discuss what happens when servant leadership turns to martydom, signs that practice leaders are “giving” in an unhealthy way, and what to do about it. This episode is perfect for anyone who is pouring their… Read More
Cats and Carbs: New Research on a Nutritional Controversy
Dr. Dottie Laflamme, a board certified veterinary nutritionist, joins the podcast to discuss a peer-reviewed article she first-authored earlier this year: Evidence does not support the controversy regarding carbohydrates in feline diets. She and Dr. Roark discuss the controversy, the role of carbohydrates in feline digestion and disease pathology and management, and finally, the pros… Read More
Probiotics in Behavior Cases?
What role can nutrition and probiotics play in addressing behavior problems? Probably more than you think. Dr. Ragen McGowan, Ph.D. joins Dr. Andy Roark to discuss the link between the gut and the mind, how Purina’s new Calming Care supplement has been shown to help dogs and cats, and what expectations veterinarians can have (and… Read More
Is It Worth Being Online Anymore? Reputation Management Post-Pandemic
Bill Schroeder joins Dr. Andy Roark to discuss how digital marketing for veterinarians has changed in recent years. They debate the value of spending time and energy online as a veterinary practice, and then discuss strategies for responding to negative online reviews and building a rock-solid online reputation. Cone Of Shame Veterinary Podcast · COS… Read More