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
The Lethargic Rabbit (HDYTT Essentials)
“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
A Random Act of Kindness
I received a random act of kindness that profoundly changed my life. And it happened in one of what is probably the unlikelier places for it: the parking garage of the Philadelphia International Airport. I know my home city’s reputation – perhaps epitomized by the image of Philadelphia Eagles fans throwing snowballs at the guy… Read More