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Primary care veterinarians face challenges when a patient presents with a heart disease or conditions, including preclinical myxomatous mitral valve disease (MMVD) in dogs. In this episode of the VetFolio Voice podcast, you'll hear from two cardiologists who address the challenges and solutions for treating these patients. You’ll learn about “best practice” vs “budget sensitive” strategies for dia...

Osteoarthritis isn’t just a problem for older animals—it actually starts in youth! Surprising, right? In this VetFolio Voice podcast episode, we explore how osteoarthritis develops, why early prevention is key, and what to look for in a quality joint supplement. You’ll also hear the story of Sasha, the family dog whose slowing down in old age inspired the creation of the 4CYTE range. These cutting...

In this VetFolio Voice podcast episode, you’ll learn about the role of nutrition in the often overlooked but common age-related conditions of cognitive dysfunction and osteoarthritis in cats (and dogs!), explore when and how to prioritize medical conditions in nutritional management of the pet with concurrent diseases, and delve into how to assess and communicate findings related to cognitive and...

Tune in to this VetFolio Voice CE podcast episode to add to your procedural sedation toolkit! Improve procedural sedation in dogs with increased monitoring and a new sedation agent that provides quicker onset and recovery times. The end result: A better outcome for both your patients and team.

Have disagreements, tensions and conflicts in your veterinary practice—or life—become "normalized"? In this episode of the VetFolio Voice podcast, Dr. Cassi talks to Dr. Andy Roark and Stephanie Goss about managing conflict in veterinary clinics—and in life. They explore the nuances as to why conflicts arise and the obstacles to developing conflict management skills. They explore how attention is...

In today’s rapidly evolving world, the term sustainability is frequently used, but how we define it depends on three key pillars: environmental, economic and social. We have an opportunity to truly demonstrate what it means for veterinary professionals. For some, it might immediately bring to mind environmental initiatives, while others might think of sustainability of the veterinary profession. Y...

Respiratory Distress? Don’t Panic! In this VetFolio Voice episode, you’ll get tips for responding to respiratory distress in your patients to help ensure a good outcome. LISTEN NOW

Knowing how to treat the most common toxins can be a matter of life and death for your canine and feline patients. Every year, the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center analyzes its data to compile a list of the types of toxins commonly encountered by pets. In this episode of the VetFolio Voice podcast, you'll learn about the top 10 toxins called into the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center in 2024, h...

What can you do to ensure your staff is safe and the patient is comfortable while producing good-quality diagnostic radiographs? Tune in to this VetFolio Voice podcast episode to learn about hands-free radiography. It complements existing compassionate care efforts across veterinary medicine, helping veterinary technicians and veterinary assistants to minimize the stress of obtaining radiographs f...

With dogs living longer, veterinary professionals are seeing more patients presenting with cognitive decline, a degenerative disease that worsens over time. Although there isn’t a cure, there are ways to manage cognitive dysfunction. Tune in to this episode of the VetFolio Voice podcast to deepen your understanding of the causes, early signs and treatments and get tips for communicating with clien...

One of the most important parts of offering oral health services in your practice is making sure your team understands the key components of a successful veterinary dental procedure. In this VetFolio Voice podcast episode, get tips for conducting the consultation, pre-anesthetic examination and a thorough workup. Get an insider’s look at what impacts the day’s workflow, including procedure length,...

In this episode of the VetFolio Voice podcast, we’re joined by renowned veterinary surgeon and educator Dr. Terry Fossum, who probes a number of complex issues in veterinary medicine. Dr. Fossum takes us on a deep dive into the world of drug discovery, sharing insights on the challenges and breakthroughs in developing new treatments for animals. Noting that veterinary education shouldn’t stop at g...

It’s everywhere you look—and it’s one of the hottest topics in veterinary medicine—artificial intelligence (AI). How informed are you about the ways in which AI can be used as an effective, innovative and beneficial tool? In this VetFolio Voice podcast episode, we explore the growing role of artificial intelligence in veterinary medicine and break down key terminology such as “agent” and “co-pilot...

Dr. Michelle Oakley — Nat Geo WILD’s “Yukon Vet” — advocates that changing consumer habits and participating in grassroots efforts will have a greater, positive impact on wildlife conservation than sweeping legislative initiatives. In this VetFolio Voice podcast episode, you’ll learn how the “lose the loop” effort — cutting any loops on plastic bags, fishing line or other items before throwing the...

Is your veterinary team prepared to treat pets that are exposed to illicit drugs, such as marijuana, cocaine, methamphetamines and alcohol? For a number of reasons, it can be challenging to manage these patients. From initial patient history to treatment, having a specific plan to approach these cases is fundamental to successful outcomes. This informative VetFolio Voice podcast episode addresses...

Luckily, veterinarians have an arsenal of medications available to treat dermatology conditions in their patients, including Apoquel (oclacitinib) for immediate itch relief during allergy flares, Cytopoint (lokivetmab) for dogs with difficulty taking pills or when needing longer-lasting itch control, and cyclosporine for more severe cases that require a stronger immunosuppressive response. In this...

Rick LeCouteur blends his many talents talents and passions — he is a natural storyteller, conservation photographer, digital artist and wildlife lover, as well as a veterinary neurosurgeon — into the craft of writing children's books that are designed to educate, captivate and inspire young readers to care about the planet and its inhabitants. Join Dr. Cassi in this special VetFolio Voice episode...

Sodium–glucose cotransporter (SGLT) 2 inhibitors are an exciting new class of drugs approved for the treatment of newly diagnosed diabetic cats. These drugs work by blocking the kidneys from reabsorbing glucose, which causes more glucose to be lost in urine and lowers blood glucose levels. Tune in to this episode of the VetFolio Voice podcast as host Dr. Cassi and her guest, Dr. Audrey Cook, explo...

Just like many of us, innovators in veterinary medicine are discovering the potential—and pitfalls—of artificial intelligence (AI), which is already having a transformative effect on the profession and industry. In this thought-provoking VetFolio Voice podcast episode, Dr. Cassi hosts Aaron Massecar, executive director of the Veterinary Innovation Council, as they explore a host of areas where the...

Transcription technology is a powerful tool in the veterinary setting. Scribenote is an AI-powered medical scribe that helps veterinarians streamline their documentation process and improve their work-life balance by automatically generating medical records, recording client communications, creating team meeting notes and more. In this VetFolio Voice podcast episode, you’ll learn what’s new at Scr...

Degenerative or myxomatous mitral valve disease (MMVD) is a common canine cardiac disease. In this episode of the VetFolio Voice podcast, we discuss the importance of early diagnosis and treatment in order to slow the progression of this disease. Listen in as we chat about MMVD, from diagnosis through the preclinical stages of the disease. We review diagnostics that can be helpful in assessing thi...

Therapeutic strategies targeting the gut microbiome offer veterinarians promising interventions for managing chronic kidney disease (CKD) in cats. Tune in to this informative VetFolio Voice podcast episode to earn CE while learning about the important role of the gut-kidney axis in managing feline CKD. We address gut dysbiosis and its link to the accumulation of gut-derived uremic toxins in feline...

We’ve all encountered them in practice: The myths surrounding reptile husbandry and medicine. The myths run the gamut, from believing carrot juice baths will help a reptile with a Vitamin A deficiency, reptiles don’t need water, and snakes need help shedding their skin. In this VetFolio Voice podcast episode, we set the record straight: Soaking reptiles in carrot juice does nothing for their healt...

Globally, thousands of people die every year from the canine variant of rabies. In the United States, a 2023 federal ban on dogs entering the U.S. from countries with a high risk of canine rabies was implemented in order to reduce the infection risk in the country. Tune in to this episode of the VetFolio Voice podcast as Dr. Cassi explores the global rise of canine-variant rabies virus, the increa...

How knowledgeable are you about the gastrointestinal microbiome? This complex and crucial community of microorganisms—including bacteria, viruses and fungi—live within an animal's body and is essential for digestion, immune system regulation, energy metabolism and more. Tune in to this insightful VetFolio Voice podcast episode and learn about the role of the gut microbiome on body systems, GI dise...