Latest Dog health Pets & Animals Podcast Episodes
Anesthetic risk and surgical safety (what you need to know to keep your pet safe)
Call the Vet - an insider's guide to dog and cat health - April 15, 2024 08:00 - 19 minutes ★★★★★ - 11 ratings😱 Don't gamble with your pet's life. When it comes to your furry friend's surgery, knowing the risks is crucial for their safety! 🩺 Surgery may not be just routine - from a tiny risk of 0.01% for neutering procedures (that's 1 death for every 10,000 surgeries) through to a 16% death rate for th...
Unraveling a multi-dog mystery (with lessons for every pet parent)
Call the Vet - an insider's guide to dog and cat health - March 27, 2024 08:00 - 15 minutes ★★★★★ - 11 ratings🐾 Get ready to tackle this itchy pet mystery with Dr. Alex answering a question sent in by listener Trish that addresses some really key pet-care pearls. From narrowing down the potential causes of any problem, the importance of making a proper diagnosis, through to when to seek the input from y...
Is withholding pain relief ever OK (or even beneficial?)
Call the Vet - an insider's guide to dog and cat health - March 13, 2024 07:00 - 11 minutes ★★★★★ - 11 ratings🐾 Did you know that it used to be common for veterinarians to withhold pain relief for pets with joint injuries or wounds? The thinking was that this was needed to prevent them from overusing the injured area and causing more harm 😱 Some vets and owners still advocate for this approach. In my ...
Acupuncture for Pets (what every pet parent needs to know)
Call the Vet - an insider's guide to dog and cat health - March 06, 2024 07:00 - 14 minutes ★★★★★ - 11 ratings🐾 Do you know just how effective acupuncture is for our dogs and cats? In answering one listener question I dive into the placebo effect in both humans and animals, shedding light on the importance of understanding what the evidence says, or doesn't say. And it's not just acupuncture. Understa...
Overvaccination Risks: A Vet's Perspective on Balancing Pet Health and Vaccination Needs
Call the Vet - an insider's guide to dog and cat health - February 28, 2024 06:00 - 13 minutes ★★★★★ - 11 ratingsOvervaccination of pets is a controversial topic with serious health implications? 🤔 In the latest episode of Call the Vet Show, I delved into the hot potato issue of vaccination, addressing the concerns and risks associated with overvaccination. 🎙️ I talk about the importance of vaccinations ...
Dog Itching Dilemma: Common Causes and Practical Home Care Strategies
Call the Vet - an insider's guide to dog and cat health - February 20, 2024 07:00 - 14 minutes ★★★★★ - 11 ratingsIs your furry friend scratching non-stop, leaving open wounds and red, dry skin? Imagine the distress they must be feeling and the worry it brings to you as their loving caregiver. You've tried home remedies like hydrogen peroxide, colloidal silver, and apple cider vinegar, but nothing seems to...
Essential Skills to Teach Your Cat: unlock the secrets to optimal health and happiness
Call the Vet - an insider's guide to dog and cat health - December 06, 2023 06:00 - 40 minutes ★★★★★ - 11 ratingsGet ready to unleash your cat's full potential! In this episode of Call the Vet, join Dr. Alex and special guest, accredited animal behavior technician Leili from Supakit, as they reveal essential skills to teach your cat. From harness training to recall and carrier comfort, discover expert tip...
Cat Litter Box Woes: expert advice for solving toileting troubles!
Call the Vet - an insider's guide to dog and cat health - November 29, 2023 06:00 - 9 minutes ★★★★★ - 11 ratingsDive into the purr-fect solution for your cat's bathroom behavior! In this episode of Call the Vet, Dr. Alex helps out lister Kim who is having issues with her cat pooping in the bath - gross! Bit whether it's problem pooping or peeing outside the litter box, this episode brings you six top tips...
Preserving Pet Memories: How Professional Pet Photographers Capture Timeless Moments
Call the Vet - an insider's guide to dog and cat health - November 15, 2023 05:00 - 30 minutes ★★★★★ - 11 ratings🐾 Get ready to capture your furry friends' most adorable moments as Dr. Alex welcomes pet photography experts Darlene, Kathy, and Bonnie to the Call the Vet podcast! In this episode, they delve into the magical world of pet photography, exploring how these talented photographers bring out the u...
From Service to Second Chance: The challenge facing retired military dogs
Call the Vet - an insider's guide to dog and cat health - October 27, 2023 05:00 - 24 minutes ★★★★★ - 11 ratingsYou would think that military dogs would be given the best care when it comes time to retire... In this episode, we dive into a topic that might be new to some of our listeners: the rescue and rehabilitation of military dogs. Our guest, Bob from Mission Canine Rescue, shares his insights on the...
How to Foster Kittens (so they not only survive but thrive!)
Call the Vet - an insider's guide to dog and cat health - October 04, 2023 06:00 - 35 minutes ★★★★★ - 11 ratingsCalling all cat lovers! 🐱 Get ready for a heartwarming episode of "Call the Vet" as host Dr. Alex sits down with the amazing Nancy Peterson to delve into the world of raising foster kittens. 🐾 From the importance of caring for feral mother cats to the ins and outs of nurturing scared kittens, t...
Going Beyond Chicken and Rice: the best diet for colitis and diarrhea
Call the Vet - an insider's guide to dog and cat health - September 25, 2023 06:00 - 11 minutes ★★★★★ - 11 ratingsIf you're worried about your furry friend's upset tummy, diarrhea, or blood in their stools, this episode is a must-listen! Join veterinarian Dr. Alex Avery on another episode of the "Call the Vet Show" as he addresses a common concern among pet parents – colitis in dogs. Dr. Alex and guest pe...
Unlocking the Secret Lives of Pets (to help their health and happiness)
Call the Vet - an insider's guide to dog and cat health - September 06, 2023 10:00 - 33 minutes ★★★★★ - 11 ratingsDive into the fascinating world of pet wearables with our special guest, Guilherme Coelho. In this episode of 'Call the Vet,' Dr. Alex and Guilherme explore the groundbreaking technology that is revolutionizing pet care 🐶🐱. 👨⚕️From AI-powered monitors to smartphone integration, discover how pe...
The Itch Wars: STOP your dog scratching with the right allergy diagnosis (+ common mistakes)
Call the Vet - an insider's guide to dog and cat health - August 21, 2023 10:00 - 19 minutes ★★★★★ - 11 ratingsJoin veterinarian Dr. Alex as he dives into the often fraught world of itch and allergy diagnosis. In this episode, he is joined by the incredible Dr. Jeff Werber, an award-winning veterinarian with over 38 years of experience. Together, in this sneak peek into The Dog Allergy Summit, they unra...
Taking the Bite Out of Your Pet's Dental Health (top homecare tips)
Call the Vet - an insider's guide to dog and cat health - August 02, 2023 06:00 - 18 minutes ★★★★★ - 11 ratingsReady to unlock the secret to your pet's sparkling smile ✨? Join our host, Dr. Alex Avery, alongside guest pet parent Michelle, as they tackle the age-old challenge of keeping our furry friends' teeth in top shape. Michelle's 14-year-old fur baby, Jerry, might have a heart murmur and can't und...
You shouldn't have a pet if you can't afford their care...
Call the Vet - an insider's guide to dog and cat health - July 05, 2023 09:00 - 21 minutes ★★★★★ - 11 ratingsAre pets a privilege or a necessity? When sickness or injury strikes, sometimes the most expensive treatments are affordable and at other times those at the cheaper end of the spectrum are completely out of reach. So, if you can’t afford their care, should you have a pet? For all the notes, r...
Uncovering (and treating) Your Pet's Emotional Burden
Call the Vet - an insider's guide to dog and cat health - June 07, 2023 09:00 - 39 minutes ★★★★★ - 11 ratingsAre you guilty of focusing on the physical health of your pet, while neglecting their mental and emotional wellbeing? Most pet parents (including myself) are to some degree. Today this comes to an end as we discuss what emotional disease is, how you can spot your pet dog or cat may be struggling...
Saving Lives, One Feral Cat at a Time (and how it impacts your community)
Call the Vet - an insider's guide to dog and cat health - May 10, 2023 09:00 - 37 minutes ★★★★★ - 11 ratingsStray and feral cats are more than just a neighborhood nuisance. They are a welfare concern for any animal-lover, a menace to any conservationist, and a potential threat to your pet cat. In this conversation with cat-advocate Bryan Kortis from Neighbourhood Cats, we discuss the impact that fera...
The Power of Probiotics (and how to feed the good bacteria)
Call the Vet - an insider's guide to dog and cat health - April 12, 2023 09:00 - 14 minutes ★★★★★ - 11 ratingsWhen you hear the word “bacteria” you probably picture some disease-causing monster found in filthy places like the toilet or garbage. But, what if I were to say that without bacteria your pet’s health would really suffer? Or that purposefully feeding your dog or cat live bacteria, or even poop...
The Unbreakable Bond: Exploring the Connection Between Humans and Animals
Call the Vet - an insider's guide to dog and cat health - March 14, 2023 09:00 - 28 minutes ★★★★★ - 11 ratingsAs humans, we have an innate desire to connect with other living beings, and animals have always been a part of this connection. Whether it's the loyal wag of your dog's tail or the comforting purr of your cat as they kneed your lap, there is something about animals that draws us in and makes us...
The Power of Green-Lipped Mussel (+ choosing the best supplement option)
Call the Vet - an insider's guide to dog and cat health - February 22, 2023 08:00 - 14 minutes ★★★★★ - 11 ratingsSupplements can play a vital role in maintaining health and treating or disease BUT choosing the best supplement (one that is safe and actually works!) can be fraught with difficulty. In this listener question we answer if green-lipped muscle extract is the ultimate supplement for dogs (and cat...
Are You Making Any of These 10 Mistakes (hint: most pet parents are)?
Call the Vet - an insider's guide to dog and cat health - February 02, 2023 08:00 - 18 minutes ★★★★★ - 11 ratingsYou want your pet to be as happy and healthy as possible. But while this sounds simple, the number of decisions that need to be made to best care for them can quickly become overwhelming. The 10 most common "mistakes" discussed in this episode can be made by anyone but, with a little planning an...
Popular Nuggets You Don't Want to Miss
Call the Vet - an insider's guide to dog and cat health - January 16, 2023 08:00 - 24 minutes ★★★★★ - 11 ratingsListen back to these clips taken from the most popular episodes of the last 12 months. A teaser for each full episode you may not have heard in full, and a valuable reminder for those you did! And then you can find each full episode and a whole lot more here: Holistic allergy treatment in dogs...
Dog Daycare 101: ensuring a safe, enjoyable experience for your dog
Call the Vet - an insider's guide to dog and cat health - December 22, 2022 06:00 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 11 ratingsLeaving your dog at home alone all day is typically not the best way to ensure they are mentally stimulated or living their best life and can even result in some challenging or destructive behaviors. But, is sending them to a dog daycare really the answer? And how can you tell if your dog is su...
The (In)Accessibility of Pet Health Knowledge (and a warning)
Call the Vet - an insider's guide to dog and cat health - December 08, 2022 08:00 - 17 minutes ★★★★★ - 11 ratingsVeterinarians are no longer the gatekeepers of knowledge about the best way to care for or treat our pet dogs and cats. Good information is out there for every single pet parent to educate themselves. But so much information is either very oversimplified or actually factually incorrect (and eve...
Can Cats Eat Carbs - Popular Cat Food Questions Answered
Call the Vet - an insider's guide to dog and cat health - November 24, 2022 05:00 - 45 minutes ★★★★★ - 11 ratingsThe diet you choose to feed your cat is critical in maintaining their health and the last thing any pet parent wants is to give them a diet that is harmful. But, there is a lot of confusion (and misinformation) about what is healthy and what is harmful with some of the most common diet choices ...
The Silent Epidemic Killing Our Pets (and how to reverse the damage)
Call the Vet - an insider's guide to dog and cat health - November 09, 2022 19:00 - 53 minutes ★★★★★ - 11 ratingsThis has to be the most common preventable disease affecting dogs and cats across the globe. It can shorten life by over 2 years, and increase the likelihood of your pet suffering from a significant reduction in quality of life during their shorter life. Can you guess what the cause of this pan...
The Simple Steps to Stop Your Pet Pestering You for Food (and improving their health)
Call the Vet - an insider's guide to dog and cat health - October 20, 2022 05:00 - 19 minutes ★★★★★ - 11 ratingsDoes this sound familiar to you (I know it does to me!)? You’re sitting on the sofa for 2 seconds and your cat starts meowing for food. Or you walk in the vague direction of their food and instantly they are under your feet, hounding you to be fed. Not only does this drive you crazy, but it als...
Is Your Pet Bred For Looks or Health (and do breeders even care)?
Call the Vet - an insider's guide to dog and cat health - October 07, 2022 06:00 - 18 minutes ★★★★★ - 11 ratingsJust how common are genetic diseases, and can breeders do anything to ensure the health of your furry family member before they are even born? This topic is one that all pet parents need to consider, especially those bringing a new dog or cat into their family... For all the links discussed a...
A Vet in Your Pocket (Telehealth 101)
Call the Vet - an insider's guide to dog and cat health - September 14, 2022 05:00 - 44 minutes ★★★★★ - 11 ratingsYou know that your pet is not 100% and that your veterinarian is the best person to help but finding the time to go to the vet clinic is hard and then there’s the cost. Today I’m exploring the world of remote visits and telehealth and diving into: What is telehealth? Is it new? What different...
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