Veterinary Podcast by the VetGurus

News The Tawny Frogmouth is Australia’s 2025 Bird of the Year Main Topic: 18th Asian Society of Conservation Medicine (ASCM) Conference 2025 Brendan has recently returned from the 18th ASCM conference, which was held on Kota Bharu, Indonesia. He discusses the conference and his trip. VetGurus Merchandise – VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive b...

News No news articles this week. Previous Topics and Website: VetGurus.com Main Topic: Sludgy Urine in Rabbits Sludgy urine a commonly encountered syndrome in pet rabbits. This week we discuss the presentation, workup, treatment and prevention of rabbit sludgy urine. VetGurus Merchandise – VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items. All...

News: Tiny musky rat-kangaroos hold the key to explain why ‘roos hop Main Topic: Follicular stasis in lizards Certain species of lizards are notorious for having issues with reproduction. Two examples are the bearded dragon and the chameleon. This week we discuss the challenges of dealing with follicular stasis in lizards in Part 1 of 2 episodes. VetGurus Merchandise – VetGurus Etsy St...

Previous Topics and Website: VetGurus.com News: Chimpanzees consume equivalent of about two beers a day, study finds Main Topic: Endotracheal intubation in exotic species Wondering the correct way to intubate a bird, reptile or small mammal? We’ve got you! This week we provide a practical overview to the intubation of exotic species. VetGurus Merchandise – VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus...

Previous Topics and Website: VetGurus.com News: Africa’s pangolin crisis: The delicacy that’s driving a species to the brink Main Topic: ‘….and while I’m here doc, I want to breed my snake. Can you give me some tips?’ Don’t you just love the last minute question in a consultation? We dive deep into the requirements for breeding snakes in captivity. What do...

Previous Topics and Website: VetGurus.com News: Frog saunas hold the key to saving species from a deadly fungus Frog ribbits erupt via an extravagant variety of vocal sacs Main Topic: Prescribing medication for birds Need to prescribe a medication for a bird? This week Mark discusses some key considerations. VetGurus Merchandise – VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range...

Previous Topics and Website: VetGurus.com Book Review: Heal the Beasts by Dr Phillip Schott From notes on Amazon about this book: ‘ Heal the Beasts chronicles the history of veterinary medicine with an abundance of bizarre, funny, surprising, and heartwarming anecdotes ‘. Brendan and Mark have both read this book – let’s see what their score is (spoiler alert: they like it!...

Previous Topics and Website: VetGurus.com News: Robotic rabbits used to lure, combat invasive pythons in Florida Main Topic: Gastrointestinal surgery in reptiles We discuss gastrointestinal surgery in reptiles. Tips and tricks for your next guts surgery! VetGurus Merchandise – VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items. All purchases he...

Previous Topics and Website: VetGurus.com Main Topic: Brendan’s Top 5 things to hear in a consult Brendan covers 5 interesting things to ‘hear’ in a consultation to help you be a better clinician. What are your top things to consider in a consultation? VetGurus Merchandise – VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items....

News: Nigeria seizes more than 1,600 exotic birds in one of the biggest wildlife trafficking busts in years Supersized stick insect discovered in high-altitude trees in Australia Main Topic: Home visit and site visits Most veterinarians will have performed a home visit or a site visit during their career. We discuss the pros and cons of hitting the road to see patients, with a particular emphasis...

News: Cockatoos perform 30 distinct dance moves and may combine them in unique ways Main Topic: China- Part 2 Part 2 of Mark & Brendan’s trip to China. This week they delve into their trip from a tourist point of view. VetGurus Merchandise – VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items. All purchases help support our podcast , h...

News: A newly discovered cell helps pythons poop out the bones of their prey Main Topic: Mark and Brendan discuss their teaching trip to China and their experiences presenting at the 1st Small Animal Veterinary Specialty Congress in Suzhou. VetGurus Merchandise – VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items. All purchases help support our...

Main Topic: Regional analgesia in Unusual and Exotic Pets Stop that pain! This week we chat about local/regional analgesia – what is it? How to do it? Does it work? VetGurus Merchandise – VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items. All purchases help support our podcast , helping pay for our production costs. So the bonus for you...

News: No news! Main Topic: Rabbit anaesthesia tip It’s fast and furious this week with tips for safe anaesthesia of rabbits. VetGurus Merchandise – VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items. All purchases help support our podcast , helping pay for our production costs. So the bonus for you is that you get some great merchandise a...

News: Rogue rewilders skirt rules to take conservation into their own hands Main Topic: Blindness in Birds This week we discuss 3 common causes of blindness in birds. Then we delve into strategies to support blind captive birds. VetGurus Merchandise – VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items. All purchases help support our podcast , h...

Review: Murderbot series on Apple TV . Main Topic: ANZCVS Membership We discuss why Exotic and Unusual Animal Vets should consider pursuing membership in the Australian & New Zealand College of Veterinary Science. VetGurus Merchandise – VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items. All purchases help support our podcast , helping pay...

News: Ultrasonic distress calls and associated defensive behaviors in Neotropical frogs Main Topic: Dental Disease is Guinea Pigs Dealing with dental disease in pet guinea pigs can be problematic. This week we dive into the signs, workup & treatment, and preventative aspects of guinea pig dental disease. VetGurus Merchandise – VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range...

News: The sorting hat of specialty veterinary medicine— the proportion of residents sorted into each Hogwarts House varies for different specialties Main Topic: Veterinary aspects of Insects as Pets Need some help treating that insect? Listen in and you may find your answers! VetGurus Merchandise – VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded i...

Main Topic: Fracture repair in rabbits What are the options for repair of limb fractures in rabbits? What works, what doesn’t? We also discuss salvage procedures and when to consider euthanasia. VetGurus Merchandise – VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items. All purchases help support our podcast , helping pay for our productio...

Main Topic: Shell disease in chelonians We jump in the deep end and try to nut out the causes of erosive shell disease in chelonians. The discussion is base on a recent paper in Journal of Herpetological Medicine and Surgery: Shell Erosive Disease, a Review VetGurus Merchandise – VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items. All purchases...

News: Human chorionic gonadotropin treatment of bilateral nonpruritic alopecia in seven female guinea pigs Conservative management of bilateral fracture of the rami of the mandible in a rabbit Main Topic: Cheilitis in Guinea Pigs Inflammation of the lips is a condition nto uncommonly seen in pet guinea pigs. Brendan and Mark discuss this condition and give their theories on the possible causes and...

News: No news items this week Main Topic: Medication adverse effects in exotic pet practice 12 interesting adverse effects Mark wished he knew about medications he regularly uses in exotic/unusual/avian practice. VetGurus Merchandise – VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items. All purchases help support our podcast , helping pay for o...

News: The axolotl is endangered in the wild. A discovery offers hope. This caterpillar wears the body parts of insect prey Main Topic: The costs of veterinary care Recent articles in the media have highlighted the increase in veterinary care costs for owners. VetGurus Merchandise – VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items. All purchas...

News: New Aussie invention set to halt spread of invasive predators Main Topic: 400th Episode special We are proud (and amazed) to have reached our 400th Episode. We are one of the longest running veterinary podcasts: thanks to our subscribers and listeners! Our first episode was released on November 1 2017. VetGurus Merchandise – VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range...

Main Topic: Refrigerating Axolotls We tackle an intriguing topic this week: the use of refrigeration in axolotls… How? Why? When? Strap in and listen in! NOTE: This episode inadvertently ‘escaped’ onto the wild and was previously released/published in December 2024. This is the official posting of the episode! Apologies if you have already listened to this. VetGurus Merchandise &...