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Hyperadrenocorticism is a common endocrinopathy in dogs, but can be a confusing condition from an owner’s perspective. It is key to get buy-in from the start regarding the need to establish this diagnosis and the benefits of effective treatment. In this podcast, we will review the best ways to explain hyperadrenocorticism and the complexities associated with testing for this condition to clients....

Hyperadrenocorticism is a common endocrinopathy in dogs, but establishing a diagnosis can be challenging. The currently available tests have limited reliability and can result in both false positive and false negative results. In this podcast, we will talk about how to recognize patients with Cushing’s syndrome and what to expect on routine lab tests. We will then talk about selecting and interpre...

VetFolio’s Dr. Cassi interviews Dr. Debbie Stoewen, a veterinarian, registered social worker, and Director of Veterinary Affairs at LifeLearn Animal Health, on the importance of personal distancing, a new concept she’s developed in light of the COVID-19 pandemic and the stress it’s created. Personal distancing empowers us to choose how to carry ourselves forward in the best ways possible–to best c...

In this veterinary podcast, Dr. Carlos Gonçalo das Neves reviews coronavirus basics and natural history, diagnostics, and pathology in light of the discovery of SARS-CoV-2. He discusses the animal origins of this virus and its appearance in non-human hosts.

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Dr. Millie Rosales will discuss understanding the key points in the workup of an otitis case. Otitis is such a common presentation, and it is always rewarding when we diagnose it, treat it, and it resolves, but unfortunately, that is not always the case. Recurrent ear infections are all too common. In this podcast, we’ll be discussing underlying causes for ear infections, how to diagnose and treat...

This special COVID-19 podcast is brought to you on behalf of the NAVC’s advocacy platform, embrace. We had the opportunity to speak with three experts in animal health, discussing zoonotic diseases, COVID-19 and how this global pandemic impacts our animals, and how the One Health Act can help. A special thank you to Dr. Jonathan Sleeman, Center Director for the U.S. Geological Survey’s National Wi...

VetFolio’s Dr. Cassi interviews renowned Ontario Veterinary College, veterinary infectious disease expert, Dr. J. Scott Weese about COVID-19 in Animals. After you listen to the podcast, don’t miss Dr. Weese’s very active and popular blog, wormsandgermsblog.com .

Tanovea is a relatively new chemotherapy drug for canine lymphoma. How effective is it? What are the side effects? Whether you administer chemotherapy in your practice or refer, medical oncologist Dr. Sue Ettinger gives you all the practical information you need to know about this new and exciting option for treating dogs with lymphoma.

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Dr. Nicole Sheehan, Veterinarian, and Certified Herbalist discusses common medical conditions found in our growing senior pet population as well as new strategies for addressing these conditions. She introduces several safe and effective herbal formulas that can easily be utilized by veterinarians in practice to deliver beneficial results and improve the quality of life for their senior patients.

This podcast of part of the Leveraging Your Power as a Veterinary Technician podcast series. In this podcast, Mike Robbins, DVM, Scientific Communications Specialist with Hill's Pet Nutrition, discusses alternate ways to address nutritional myths, dogs, cats and carbs, obesity, diabetes, cancer and carbs, protein, renal disease, and GI health.

This podcast is part of the Leveraging Your Power as a Veterinary Technician podcast series. In this podcast, S. Dru Forrester, DVM, MS, DACVIM, Director of Hill's Global Scientific Affairs for Pet Nutrition, discusses practical tips and guidelines that you can use to enhance effectiveness when communicating with others about nutritional misinformation (myths).

This podcast is part of the Leveraging Your Power as a Veterinary Technician podcast series. Nutritional Counselors can be invaluable to help make sure a pet is on the proper diet, and, if needed, help a pet parent transition their pet to a new food. We will discuss how to perform a nutritional consultation along with some tips to help make the transition successful. Listen, as Vicky Ograin, MBA,...

This podcast is part of the Leveraging Your Power as a Veterinary Technician Podcast Series. Beckie Mossor, RVT, discusses common causes for employee disengagement and limited leadership contributions, and explores ways to empower employees to feel they are capable of leadership at all levels of the hospital team.

Cats are experts at hiding when they hurt—they have to be that way! As a predator-prey species, showing that kind of weakness may not be compatible with a long life. That’s very frustrating for those of us who want to relieve their pain and ensure the best quality of life for the cat and for their pet parent. This podcast from Dr. Joyce Login will review the differences between acute and chronic p...

In this podcast, Dr. Margaret Gruen, DVM, discusses the high prevalence of degenerative joint disease and osteoarthritis in cats, and the tools available for screening and monitoring DJD/OA associated pain. Topics include: Behaviors that are commonly associated with DJD/OA associated pain, Tools that have been developed to help identify and monitor DJD/OA pain, How to use these tools, and Engageme...

Despite having effective medications for over 30 years to prevent heartworm disease, the incidence of heartworm disease continues to rise. The American Heartworm Society indicates that a key contributing factor to the rise in the incidence of heartworm disease is the lack of pet owner compliance. Learn about how ProHeart 12 guarantees compliance for canine heartworm prevention for 12 full months-...

Just like the veterinary profession, our counterparts on the human side struggle with their patients suffering from postoperative vomiting. Dr. Harvey will review the pathophysiology and risk factors related to perioperative vomiting and discuss strategies for its prevention and management using antiemetics. He will examine what has been reported in the literature for people and share his approach...

Summer is a time of heightened stress for pets. Thunderstorms, fireworks and family vacations can cause a great deal of stress for cats and dogs. In this podcast, Dr. Theresa DePorter explains how to identify and manage mild anxiety in pets. She also discusses the efficacy and safety of pet supplements with a focus on Composure and its clinically proven ingredients.

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