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
Life With Clients
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
On A Mission to Get Birds Better Care
Dr. Nick Kirk teams up with Dr. Andy Roark on this week’s episode of the Cone of Shame Podcast to discuss how he turned his passion into a unique business. Together, they dive into Dr. Nick Kirk’s journey to board certification, his business partnership with a technician, and his mission to share knowledge in avian… Read More
Medical Conditions Masquerading as Behavior Problems
Dr. Christopher Pachel joins Dr. Andy Roark on the Cone of Shame podcast to discuss the intriguing case of Caliente, a seven-year-old calico cat exhibiting inappropriate urination. Despite the pet owners attributing the behavior to behavioral issues, the duo explores the underlying medical complexities. Tune in as they expertly navigate this conversation by validating the… Read More
Beware The Chute: Lessons Learned In The Exam Room
Yesterday, I saw an 8-year-old Doberman who had been urinating inappropriately in the house. His name is Bowser and his owner brought him in about two weeks ago for an initial examination with a different doctor. When Bowser first presented, his physical examination was normal and his bladder was completely empty. After a discussion about… Read More