Now, I will first say, I would never wish any illness or injury on any animal. However, if I had to pick one emergency case to see forever (Groundhog Day-style) it would be the PPQ dog. I specifically remember the need for this signalment to be recurring as a geographical criterion for where I wanted… Read More
My Favorite Emergency: Porcupine Quills
The Lethargic Rabbit (HDYTT Essentials)
This week on the Cone of Shame Veterinary Podcast, Dr. Andy Roark talks to Dr. Laurie Hess about a lethargic rabbit who isn’t eating well. If you’re not a veterinarian who sees a ton of bunnies… How do you treat that? Want a shout-out from Dr. Andy Roark for a friend or co-worker? Rate this… Read More
“Adopt Don’t Shop.” Marketing Genius or Shaming Slogan?
Originally “Adopt Don’t Shop” was created to bring attention to all the amazing pets available in shelters and rescues across the nation. The marketing technique was very effective and pet adoptions have continued to rise the past few years, along with the judgment of those who choose to buy from a breeder. One of the… Read More
New Research – Facial Expressions of Pain in Cats
This week on the cone… Dr. Andy Roark interviews Dr. Paulo Steagall on his team’s research into facial expressions of pain in cats and the new Feline Grimace Scale. Related links:Article – www.nature.com/articles/s41598-019-55693-8 Training Manual – static-content.springer.com/esm/art%3A1…SM1_ESM.pdf Video – www.youtube.com/watch?v=__x_8af7SGs ABOUT OUR GUEST: Paulo Steagall, DVM, MS, PhD, DACVAA is an associate professor of Veterinary Anesthesiology and Pain… Read More
The Power of TLC: Cujo’s Story
Being a Licensed Veterinary Technician working in a small animal and exotic practice for over a decade I’ve seen my fair share of ill exotic pets over the years. So, when an appointment popped up on the schedule for a leopard gecko with an abnormal tail, I prepared like I would for any other exotic… Read More
Dog With “Swollen” Gums (HDYTT)
This week on the Cone… Dr. Andy Roark asks for help from veterinary dentist extraordinaire Dr. Donnell Hansen! Andy has a 5-year-old FS Golden Retriever with a “face that looks different.” Quick!!! How do you treat that??? Want a shout out for your friend?? Leave us an honest review on iTunes and then send an… Read More