Dr. Andy Roark sits down with Dr. Bob Lester, columnist for Today’s Veterinary Business, to discuss the corporations that are buying veterinary practices, the autonomy of the modern veterinarian, the difference in compliance culture and commitment culture, and what motivates people to go to work. Cone Of Shame Veterinary Podcast · COS 92 What Corporates… Read More
30-Year-Old Dogs? The Science of Pet Aging
Dr. Brennen McKenzie is back on the podcast to talk about the science of aging, the difference in lifespan and healthspan, why some breeds generally live longer than others, the possibility of pets living decades longer, and what we can do right now to increase the longevity of our patients. Cone Of Shame Veterinary Podcast… Read More
Some Things Cannot Be Fixed…
“Some things cannot be fixed, they can only be carried.” I’ve been thinking a lot about this quote recently. There are so many challenges beyond our control. I think it’s good to remember we shouldn’t expect to conquer all our burdens. Some of our struggles can only be addressed by breathing, accepting, being kind to… Read More
The New Bad Blood Between GPs and ERs
Dr. Andy Roark sits down with David Liss, MBA, CVPM, RVT, VTS to talk about high tensions between general practitioners and emergency clinics. As caseloads soar, is it the job of emergency clinics to handle the overflow? Do local general practitioners have a responsibility to provide emergency coverage if emergency clinics close due to staffing… Read More
Feeding Prescription Food in a Multi-Cat Household
What do you do when you have a young cat that eats the senior cat’s prescription diet and leaves nothing for the cat who needs it? What about when there’s a whole herd of cats and only one needs therapeutic food? Dr. Andy Roark and feline behavior consultant Ingrid Johnson talk about the power of… Read More
5 Simple Phrases for a Happier Workplace
One of our most popular episodes from last year! Dr. Andy Roark sits down with Dr. Cherie Buisson to talk about one of her articles on DrAndyRoark.com: 5 Little Phrases For A Happier Workplace. You can read it here:drandyroark.com/five-little-words…appier-workplace/Originally published: May 21, 2021 Cone Of Shame Veterinary Podcast · COS 088 Hall of Fame: 5… Read More