Veterinary Podcast by the VetGurus

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 &...

News: Plastic ‘fossils’ help scientists reconstruct the history of bird nests How a puffin patrol in Iceland is saving the iconic seabirds Main Topic: Veterinary Care of Guinea Fowl Helmeted Guinea Fowl are a commonly encountered alternate for chickens in farm situations here are Mark’s top facts about Guinea Fowl. VetGurus Merchandise – VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the V...

Main Topic: Pinhead syndrome in captive snakes What is pinhead syndrome and causes it? Spoiler alert: a situation where a snakes head is too small in comparison to its body. 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 y...

News: Trap evaluation to optimize wild pig removal efforts in remote settings Effects of drugs with potential prokinetic effect on food consumption, faecal production, water intake, and urine output in rabbits. Main Topic: Behaviour issues in small mammals We discuss behaviour problems seen in small mammal pets. What are common issues, how to deal with them and prevention tips. VetGurus Merchandis...

News: Rainbow lorikeet is our most commonly spotted bird, Australia’s largest citizen science event finds Main Topic: Phallus and hemipene amputation in reptiles We have previously discussed hemipene amputation ( Episode 227, Feb 2022 ). We revisit this topic this week and also cover phallus amputation in chelonians. VetGurus Merchandise – VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGu...

News: Brendan discusses his recent holiday in Italy Main Topic: Air transport of Reptiles and Birds What are the protocols for transporting reptiles and birds internationally? We use the ‘ CITES Packer’s Guidelines Rp/3 – Tortoises and land turtles, snakes, lizards ‘ as a template to discuss aspects of exotic animal transport and what is required in order to maximise the safety o...

News: Lethal bird flu could decimate Oceania’s birds. From vigilance to vaccines, here’s what we’re doing to prepare Main Topic: Assist feeding in snakes What to do when a snake is anorexic? This week we cover the basics of assist feeding for snake: when, how, with what and why! VetGurus Merchandise – VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive brande...

Main Topic: Marks residency in Northern Australia As many of our listeners know, Mark spent a considering time (over a year) at the very tip of Australia. In this weeks episode, he discusses the adventure – why he went there, what he got up to, and what he learnt. VetGurus Merchandise – VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items....

News No news items this week! Main Topic: Pododermatitis in Rabbits Pododermatitis aka bumble foot, is a commonly seen condition in pet rabbits. We discuss predisposing factors, treatment and prevention. 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 produc...

News Cavity-nesting birds decorate with snake skin to deter predators Wild birds are likely spreading antibiotic-resistant superbugs through our cities Main Topic: Reptile vivarium furniture We get stuck into the pros and cons of reptile vivarium enclosure furnishings. Previous Topics and Website: VetGurus.com VetGurus Merchandise – VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus ran...

News Why do flocks of birds swoop and swirl together in the sky? A biologist explains the science of murmurations Main Topic: Brendan’s Froggy Facts Brendan’s discusses 5 Frog Facts. What goes on in that brain of his? Previous Topics and Website: VetGurus.com VetGurus Merchandise – VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items....

News Polar bear population decline the direct result of extended ‘energy deficit’ due to lack of food Main Topic: Thermoregulation in Reptiles Mark’s 5 tips on thermoregulation in reptiles. With a bonus tip that will shock you! Previous Topics and Website: VetGurus.com VetGurus Merchandise – VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctiv...

News Years-long research project finds snakes become ‘very disoriented’, lose weight and get sick when relocated Previous Topics and Website: VetGurus.com Main Topic: Pneumonia in Rabbits Pneumonia in the rabbit usually carries a poor prognosis. Let’s talk about the causes, workup, and management of rabbit pneumonia! VetGurus Merchandise – VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop...

News In chimpanzees, peeing is contagious Poop is on the menu for a surprising number of animals Previous Topics and Website: VetGurus.com Main Topic: What are the options for dealing wih the body of a pet? This week we delve into the options such as individual cremation, group cremation, burial at home and more. VetGurus Merchandise – VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus...