Veterinary Podcast by the VetGurus

News We answer a question from Casey, one of our Patreon subscribers, regarding Chytrid fungus. Main Topic: Pseudobuphthalmos in snakes Big words – big problem. This week we tackle the issue of ‘bug eye’ in snakes: pseudobuphthalmos, and th challenges of treating this condition. VetGurus Merchandise – VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky,...

News Use of subcutaneous maropitant at two dosages for pain management in domestic rabbits (Oryctolagus cuniculus) undergoing elective ovariohysterectomy or orchiectomy Main Topic: Fungal Rhinitis in lizards We tackle fungal rhinitis in Blue-tongued and shingleback lizards this week. VetGurus Merchandise – VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive b...

News Roadside Zoos: A Risk for Avian Conservation ‘Absolutely incorrect’: The evidence is in on whales and offshore wind farms Main Topic: Triage of Wildlife Most, if not all, veterinary clinics deal with wildlife cases brought in by members of the public. This week we discuss how to formulate a plan to triage wildlife. VetGurus Merchandise – VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the Ve...

News A kangaroo, a possum and a bushrat walk into a burrow: research finds wombat homes are the supermarkets of the forest A built-in pocket protector keeps sawfish from ‘sword fighting’ in the womb Main Topic: Marks excellent adventure Mark details his recent trip to search for Santa.. and Puffins. VetGurus Merchandise – VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirk...

Main Topic: Contrast Radiography in Exotics Practice Contrast radiography as a diagnostic technique in exotics practice is discussed this week. References : RADIOGRAPHIC ANATOMY AND BARIUM SULFATE CONTRAST TRANSIT TIME OF THE GASTROINTESTINAL TRACT OF BEARDED DRAGONS (Pogona vitticeps) COMPARISON OF GASTROGRAFIN TO BARIUM SULFATE AS A GASTROINTESTINAL CONTRAST AGENT IN RED-EARED SLIDER TURTLES (TR...

News: No news! Main Topic: Mark’s tips concerning dog bite wounds in exotics. 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 and you feel good inside for supporting us &#821...

News Ants recognize infected wounds and treat them with antibiotics Queensland wildlife officers investigate after crocodile leaps into fisherman’s boat Main Topic: Mark’s 5 top tips about sulphur crested cockatoos Struggling to deal with Sulphur Crested Cockatoos? Worry no more (or maybe continue to worry!): Mark goes over his 5 top tips for dealing with SCC’s in a veterinary practice...

News This Aussie rat dies by sex. Now we know it’s a cannibal, too Main Topic: Reptile-associated Salmonellosis Reptile-associated salmonellosis is a bacterial infection caused by Salmonella bacteria that are acquired through contact with reptiles. Let’s get stuck into this topic! VetGurus Merchandise – VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctiv...

News: This fish doesn’t just see with its eyes — it also sees with its skin Main Topic: Neoplasms in Birds This week it’s journal club, where we dive into a paper published in BioOne: Survey of the Clinical, Cytological, and Histopathological Features Associated with Neoplasms in Captive Avian Species in Melbourne, Australia VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, di...

News No news this week Main Topic:  Bird Eye removal We cover a challenging topic this – removal of eyes from birds. Why? How? Tips and Tricks 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 s...

News: ACIPC – Aust college for infection prevention and control Glimmer of hope for mountain chicken frog which was once a national dish Main Topic: Australian Veterinary Association Annual Conference The AVA annual conference was held last week in Melbourne. Brendan talks about his attendance and involvement with the conference. We also discuss some presentation highlights of the conference...

News: Avian Influenza update In Australia Saving Golden-shouldered parrots Main Topic: Oedema/coelomic effusion in freshwater turtles It’s time to talk about puffy turtles. What causes oedema or coelomic effusion in chelonians, how do we treat it and what causes it? Listen in to find the answers! VetGurus Merchandise – VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of qu...

News: This cyborg cockroach could be the future of earthquake search and rescue Threatened species have declined 2% a year since 2000. Nature positive? Far from it. Main Topic: Diabetes in Birds We dig deep into avian diabetes this week. Strap in and hang on! VetGurus Merchandise – VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items. All purchas...

News: Native bats should be celebrated like other Australian wildlife Australia’s back yard chicken owners urged to implement biosecurity measures in case of bird flu outbreak Main Topic: Lead poisoning in Birds Mark provides his top 5 tips about lead poisoning in birds. VetGurus Merchandise – VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items....

News: Isolation of aerobic bacteria from abscesses and wounds in rabbits and antibiotic susceptibility testing of Staphylococcus spp. and Pseudomonas spp. isolates. Main Topic: Mouth issues in freshwater turtles Mouth issues are commonly seen in pet freshwater turtles. We discuss why this occurs and how to treat and prevent. Do you see mouth issues in turtles? VetGurus Merchandise – VetGurus...

News: ‘Massive surveillance failure’: Fire ant infestation sparks fear of undetected spread Deaths of 120 Amazon dolphins linked to severe drought, high temperatures Main Topic: Shedding in Reptiles We cover the broad topic of skin shedding in reptiles this week. What is a normal shed and what causes abnormal shedding (dysecdysis)? Listen on! Note that we have discussed dysecdysis previously back...

News: Australian shepherds are soaring in popularity – but are they doggone Aussies? Main Topic: Travel Brendan discusses his recent trip to Shanghai, China and teaching exotics pet medicine and surgery. 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 Humans exploit about one- third of wild vertebrate species How did snakes lose their limbs? Mass genome effort provides clues Main Topic:  Pelvic limb fractures in Birds We zone in on a specific injury group seen in birds – pelvic limb fractures . VetGurus Merchandise – VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items. All pur...

News: A new book explores the transformative power of bird-watching Snake venom toxins can be neutralized by a new synthetic antibody Main Topic:Green Tree Pythons We cover 5 – or more – conditions seen in captive Green Tree Pythons (Morelia viridis). VetGurus Merchandise – VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items. All pur...

News: no news. Main Topic: Feeding Cockatiels We focus on feeding pet Cockatiels… what do we know, and what don’t we know (you’d be surprised). 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 y...

News Genetic mutation in a quarter of all Labradors hard-wires them for obesity This is the first egg-laying amphibian found to feed its babies ‘milk’ Main Topic: Illegal exotic pets Mark and Brendan discuss dealing with illegal exotic pets. VetGurus Merchandise – VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items. All purchases help support ou...

News A new species of Anaconda – or not Wildlife selfies Main Topic: Avian Splint and bandage management Having trouble managing a splint or bandage on a bird? Mark provides 5 tips to limit the bird chewing these support products off. VetGurus Merchandise – VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items. All purchases help support our...

News In a Jedi-like feat, rats can move a digital object using just their brain Main Topic: Publishing Science Have you thought of publishing a clinical paper? This week we discuss the process involved in preparing a paper for publication, from design to writing. VetGurus Merchandise – VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items. All pur...

News Once-‘extinct’ lizard stalls development of 310,000 homes Brendan reviews the movie Poor Things. He gives it a high 9 out of 10. Main Topic: The Veterinary Profession 100+ years It’s time to reflect – and predict. This week we reflect on the 100 years of the veterinary profession in New South Wales (Australia) and look forward to the next 100+ years of our great profession worldwi...

News ‘One of the holy grails of shark science’ – 1st ever footage of baby great white shark moments after birth Main Topic: Chronic eye issues in lizards Lizards with chronic eye discharge can be both a challenge and a frustration to deal with. This week we cover the possible causes of this syndrome, and provide tip for workup and control. An excellent article on Nidovirus repsir...