The Marty & Laura Show

Searching for a new puppy online can easily lead prospective owners into the trap of online puppy scams and fraudulent sellers. In this episode of The Marty and Laura Show, host Laura Reeves and Dr. Marty Greer reveal the single most effective way to protect yourself: direct communication. Learn why live phone calls or Zoom video visits are crucial for verifying real breeders, how to spot deposit...

Discovering a new lump or bump on your dog can be alarming, but knowing what to look for and how to react makes all the difference. Dr. Marty Greer and host Laura Reeves guide pet owners through the full spectrum of canine skin growths. From harmless button tumors and sebaceous cysts to serious conditions like mast cell tumors and bone cancer, you will learn how veterinarians evaluate suspicious g...

Outdoor and barn cats face severe daily hazards from traffic, machinery, extreme weather and predators, resulting in an average lifespan of just 3 years compared to 15–20 years for indoor pets. In this episode of The Marty & Laura Show, host Laura Reeves and veterinarian Dr. Marty Greer share practical, life-saving advice to protect outdoor felines. From essential vaccination schedules and bre...

Host Laura Reeves and veterinarian Dr. Marty Greer share critical emergency protocols for dog owners. From stopping aggressive dogs on walks to managing severe trauma, this guide covers essential safety steps to protect both you and your pet. Learn how to spot hazards early, handle an attacking dog safely, tie a makeshift muzzle in seconds, and transport an injured pet to the emergency vet clinic....

In this episode of The Marty and Laura Show , host Laura Reeves and veterinarian Dr. Marty Greer investigate the mysterious injuries that happen to indoor house cats when owners leave the house. From cats jumping off stair railings to cord-chewing incidents, feline curiosity can lead to major household hazards. Dr. Greer breaks down the real-world trauma indoor cats face, including broken legs, fa...

Bringing a new puppy home to a household with kids is an exciting milestone, but creating a safe, harmonious bond requires proper planning, supervision, and clear boundaries. In this episode of The Marty & Laura Show hosts Dr. Marty Greer and Laura Reeves share veterinary insights on integrating puppies and children smoothly. Learn how to select the right family breed, set up physical boundari...

Back to School, Busy Schedules and Happy Pets As kids head back to school and household schedules shift, dogs and cats often face sudden changes in their daily routines. In this episode of The Marty and Laura Show , host Laura Reeves and Dr. Marty Greer from Veterinary Village share practical, veterinary-backed tips to keep pets happy, healthy and mentally stimulated during the busy fall season. F...

Should I Declaw My Cat? The Truth Behind Cat Declawing, Legal Bans, and Humane Alternatives [video width="1280" height="720" mp4="https://martyandlaurashow.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/To-Declaw-or-not-to-Declaw-Cats.mp4"][/video]   Are you a pet owner asking yourself: "should I declaw my cat?" Or perhaps you are wondering: "is declawing a cat cruel?" and want to understand the actual scien...

The Unseen Threat in Your Dog’s Water Bowl: The Truth About Canine UTIs How clean is your dog's water bowl? Hosts Laura Reeves and Dr. Marty Greer expose the shocking truth about how everyday elements like slimy water bowls and hidden biofilms can trigger painful canine urinary tract infections. If you think a simple rinse is enough to keep your dog safe, this episode is a major wake-up call. Dr....

Feline Bladder Blues: Why Your Cat is Missing the Litter Box (And What to Do Before It's an Emergency) In this episode of The Marty and Laura Show , hosts Laura Reeves and veterinarian Dr. Marty Greer break down the complex, often frustrating world of feline bladder health. If your cat has suddenly stopped using the litter box, is making frequent, strained trips, or is crying out in discomfort, th...

Why Cats Need the Vet Too: Decoding Feline Health, Stress and the "Big Four" Senior Cat Diseases Hosts Laura Reeves and Dr. Marty Greer break down the top 10 reasons cats visit the vet , exposing the hidden signs of feline illness, the critical role of environmental stress, and the revolutionary new treatments available for aging cats. If you've ever assumed your indoor cat doesn't need regular ve...

Keep Your Pup Out of the Clinic: Top Vet-Approved Home Care Tips Hosts Laura Reeves and veterinarian Dr. Marty Greer, DVM, break down the most common reasons dogs visit the clinic. More importantly, they share invaluable, practical advice to help you manage minor health issues and quirky behaviors right from your own living room. Learn the correct way to flush your dog's ears, how to handle minor...

Reverse Sneezes & Drama Queens: Is Your Dog Dying or Just Sneezing? Dr. Marty Greer and Laura Reeves break down the critical differences between upper and lower airway issues in dogs, outlining warning signs of serious respiratory diseases, breed-specific risks and essential diagnostic steps to protect your pet. This discussion cuts through the noise to help pet owners distinguish between a mi...

Unmasking Pet Cancer: The Surprising Truth About Genetics, Toxins and Hormone Trade-offs Hosts Dr. Marty Greer and Laura Reeves discuss the environmental, genetic and hormonal factors of pet cancer to help owners make informed health decisions for their dogs and cats. Key Takeaways Environmental Factors: Pesticide drift, groundwater chemicals and secondhand smoke are notable hazards. Cats are part...

Dog Seasonal Allergies: Apoquel, Cytopoint, Zenrelia & New Numelvi Meds Explained! 🐾 Dr. Marty Greer and Laura Reeves move past food allergies to dive deep into the itchy world of seasonal pet allergies. From Marty’s hectic week and scenic family getaway to South Dakota to the latest medical breakthroughs, this episode is packed with essential advice to keep your pets comfortable. Key Episode...

Pet Allergies & Prevention: Treating Contact Allergies, Bug Bites and Vaccine Reactions Marty and Laura break down how to identify and manage contact allergies, insect bites and vaccine reactions in pets, while sharing why choosing an individualized veterinary care plan is vital for your pet's long-term health. This deep dive shifts focus from food allergies, tackling the lesser-known triggers...

Pet Food Allergies in Dogs and Cats: Myths, Symptoms and Elimination Diets Dr. Marty Greer and Laura debunk common pet food myths about corn and wheat while sharing step-by-step veterinary strategies for diagnosing genuine food allergies and sensitivities in dogs and cats. Symptoms & Presentation : Unlike human food allergies, pet food allergies primarily manifest as skin issues—such as intens...

The 30,000-Foot View on Pet Allergies: A High-Level Overview for Pet Owners Marty and Laura break down how to identify environmental, food and contact allergies in your pets, explain why dogs react in their feet rather than sneeze and share essential, money-saving pro-tips to help you prepare for your next veterinary clinic visit. Episode Highlights: The "Rust-Colored Toes" Clue: Discover why dogs...

Canine Heart Disease Guide: Managing Mitral Valve Disease and DCM in Dogs Marty and Laura dive into canine cardiac health, breaking down the causes, symptoms and life-extending treatments for the two most common acquired heart diseases in dogs: mitral valve disease in small breeds and dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) in large breeds. Mitral Valve Disease (Small Breed Dogs): Who it affects: Small breed...

Canine Eye Health: Navigating Cataracts, Glaucoma and the Third Eyelid In this final installment of our eye anatomy series, Marty and Laura break down the critical differences between common canine eye conditions, exploring the causes and treatments for cataracts, glaucoma, uveitis and issues affecting the third eyelid. Episode Highlights: Cataracts vs. Nuclear Sclerosis: We explain how rapid-onse...

Unlocking Canine Retina Health: Blindness, Detachments and Genetics in Dogs Join Marty and Laura as they dive into the complex world of the canine retina, exploring common eye diseases, the dangers of retinal detachment and essential genetic health screenings. Our hosts focus on the canine retina, an essential part of the back of the eye that acts like the "film" in a camera to interpret light, im...

Dog Eyelid Health Guide: Entropion, Dry Eye and Puppy Eye Emergencies Welcome back to the Marty and Laura Show! In this episode, we are continuing our deep dive into the fascinating world of canine eye care . You might think an eyelid is simple, but as Marty explains, there are six main categories of eyelid issues to watch out for: swellings, tumors, infections, allergies, immune-mediated diseases...

Join Marty and Laura as they "scratch the surface" of dog eye health, breaking down everything from painful corneal ulcers to the right way to safely wrestle your pup for their eye drops! We might be a little punch-drunk from a busy weekend of seminaring, but we are absolutely thrilled to kick off our new mini-series all about your dog's eyeballs! Today, we are keeping things focused on the cornea...

Dog Training Schedules & Tips: Structuring Success for Puppies to Senior Dogs Join experts Marty and Laura as they share practical scheduling tips, socialization hacks and communication strategies for training dogs of any age, from baby puppies to older rescues. Episode Highlights: The "3-3-3" Training Method: Discover how practicing three simple things, three times a day, for just three minut...

Managing Pet Allergies: Flea Control, Hair vs. Fur & Safe Preventatives Discover the surprising hidden causes of pet allergies, the critical difference between hair and fur and why modern flea and tick preventatives are safer and more essential than ever for your pet's health. In this episode of The Marty and Laura Show, the hosts tackle a listener request to explore the root causes of pet all...