The Mermaid Vet Podcast

In this episode of the Mermaid Vet Podcast , we sit down with Sam , a key member of our clinical team at Mermaid Vet Hospital , to talk about her path into veterinary medicine, what brought her to Vero Beach, and what keeps her passionate about working hands-on with pets every day. We cover: How Sam transitioned into veterinary medicine and surgical care What daily life looks like behind the scene...

In Part 3  of our pet nutrition series on the Mermaid Vet Podcast , Dr. Peter Mosites and Tim Hopson dive deeper into one of the most confusing topics for pet owners: dog food, supplements, and nutrition myths . This episode focuses on what veterinarians actually see in real clinical cases — not marketing claims or trendy labels. We cover: When supplements like omega-3s and probiotics actually hel...

In this episode of the Mermaid Vet Podcast , Tim and Dr. Peter Mosites dive deep into one of the most confusing parts of pet nutrition: pet food labels . From misleading ingredient names to misunderstood guaranteed analyses, we break down what actually matters when choosing a dog or cat food — and what’s just marketing noise. Dr. Mosites explains the AAFCO naming rules (the 100%, 95%, 25%, “with,”...

In Episode 7 of the Mermaid Vet Podcast, Dr. Peter Mosites and Practice Manager Tim Hopson tackle one of the most confusing topics in pet care: nutrition . From kibble to canned food, raw diets to trendy subscription meals, this episode breaks down what truly matters when choosing your pet’s diet—and what’s just marketing. You’ll learn:  • Why nutrition affects everything from weight and joints to...

 No matter how much love or care we give them, our pets can’t stay with us forever. In this heartfelt conversation, Tim and Dr. Mosites open up about the emotional realities of euthanasia in veterinary practice—what makes it so hard, what makes it meaningful, and how they help pet parents navigate those final days.  They discuss the subtle changes that signal declining quality of life, the differe...

In this Thanksgiving special of the Mermaid Vet Podcast, Tim and Dr. Mosites dive into everything pet owners need to know before the turkey hits the table. From the foods your dog can try to the ones that will most certainly land you in the ER (looking at you, turkey skin and toxic raisins), we walk through the real risks and real-life scenarios we see every year. We also talk practical holiday et...

In this episode of The Mermaid Vet Podcast , Practice Manager Tim Hopson sits down with Mermaid Vet Hospital's Medical Director and Owner  Dr. Peter Mosites to unpack one of the most misunderstood concepts in veterinary care: risk management . What does it really mean when your vet talks about “risk”? How do veterinarians decide which treatments are necessary—and when it might be reasonable to wai...

In this special bonus episode, Dr. Peter Mosites, DVM sits down with Dr. William Close, PhD (Immunology) , Vice President of Mermaid SANDS (Spay & Neuter Dental Services), to discuss the launch of this new nonprofit veterinary initiative. Together, they explore the mission behind SANDS, the critical need for accessible veterinary care, and the practical steps being taken to keep costs low whil...

Tim and Dr. Mosites dive into a wallet-friendly, pet-healthy topic: how to save money on veterinary care while still doing what's best for your pet . They discuss prevention vs. treatment costs, how to choose which services really matter, where DIY makes sense, and when cutting corners can end up costing you more. Whether you're a new pet parent or a long-time companion caregiver trying to navigat...

In this inaugural episode of The Mermaid Vet Podcast , Practice Manager Tim Hopson and Medical Director Dr. Peter Mosites dive into the concept of the Spectrum of Care in veterinary medicine — what it means, why it matters, and how it helps pet owners make informed choices for their animals’ health. They explore why “gold standard” treatment isn’t always possible or necessary, how finances and acc...