Exam Room Rambles
47 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago -Mixed animal veterinarian, Dr. Tracey Westegaard, takes a deep dive into common questions, concerns and animal health topics that she encounters everyday seeing pet patients in the exam room and treating hooved critters on the farm.
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Cats' Holiday Hazards E25
November 08, 2022 22:00 - 21 minutes - 15 MBMixed animal veterinarian, Dr Tracey Westegaard, goes of the most common holiday hazards to cats...and it's not what you think. Hope you learn a lot in this kitty inspired episode.
Are you petting my dog or doing an exam? It's hard to tell. E24
November 07, 2022 18:00 - 20 minutes - 14.1 MBMixed animal veterinarian, Dr Tracey Westegaard, shares what she is actually doing as she performs a physical exam on you pet - nitty gritty details. Feel free to multitask while you listen because that's what she doing when she's petting your dog, doing an physical exam and rehashing Friday nights high school football game. Go Lakers!
Itchy Dogs - 5 Easy Steps to Get Through Allergy Season E23
October 03, 2022 18:00 - 19 minutes - 13.2 MBIn this episode, Marshall Animal Clinic mixed animal veterinarian, Dr Tracey Westegaard gives 5 recommendations to help your dog be more comfortable through the allergy season. She will give you actionable steps you can t start immediately...and that does NOT include giving Benadryl. Sorry we are a little late to game publishing this in October.
Anaplasmosis in Dogs E22
September 22, 2022 11:00 - 20 minutes - 14.1 MBMixed animal Veterinarian, Tracey Westegaard, talks about Anaplasma Platys, the bacterial infection transmitted by ticks and causes low platelets and bleeding in dogs. You just have to listen to a few minutes on cows before she gets to the good stuff. Hang in there, its been a while since shes recorded and she's a bit rusty and maybe goes on a few tangents. Enjoy the Show!
Stress Colitis in Dogs and Cats (i.e. the nervous Sh!ts E21
September 08, 2022 11:00 - 21 minutes - 14.5 MBOops, we found this podcast from 2021 we forgot to publish. We're sure you'll find lots of relevant information from mixed animal veterinarian, Dr Tracey Westegaard. She discusses one of the most common conditions she sees in daily in the exam room - acute diarrhea - and when/if you need to bring your pet in for a visit or just a poop sample.
Stress Colitis in Dogs and Cats i.e. the nervous sh!ts E21
September 08, 2022 11:00 - 21 minutes - 14.5 MBOops, we found this podcast from 2021 we forgot to publish. We're sure you'll find lots of relevant information from mixed animal veterinarian, Dr Tracey Westegaard. She discusses one of the most common conditions she sees in daily in the exam room - acute diarrhea - and when/if you need to bring your pet in for a visit or just a poop sample.
Toxic Top Ten for Dogs and Cats
September 23, 2021 11:00 - 16 minutes - 11.1 MBMixed animal veterinarian, Dr. Tracey Westegaard, reviews the Pet Poison Helpline's top 10 toxicities for dog and cats. Tracey elaborates on each toxin for both dogs and cats and filters it down to what you really need to know. https://www.petpoisonhelpline.com/
Toxic Top Ten for Dogs and Cats E20
September 23, 2021 11:00 - 16 minutes - 11.1 MBMixed animal veterinarian, Dr. Tracey Westegaard, reviews the Pet Poison Helpline's top 10 toxicities for dog and cats. Tracey elaborates on each toxin for both dogs and cats and filters it down to what you really need to know. https://www.petpoisonhelpline.com/
Cat Neuters - Big Dreams
February 08, 2021 11:00 - 9 minutes - 6.85 MBMixed animal veterinarian, Tracey Westegaard, shares her lofty goal of neutering a gazillion cats in one day on this short but sweet podcast. Tracey normally rambles on forever but she was able to keep it under 10 minutes yet still full of exciting, jam-packed knowledge on what to expect when your male kitty is neutered. This episode is more about the "how" than the "why". We hope you're inspired to make an appointment after listening to this podcast.
Cat Neuters - Big Dreams E19
February 08, 2021 11:00 - 9 minutes - 6.85 MBMixed animal veterinarian, Tracey Westegaard, shares her lofty goal of neutering a gazillion cats in one day on this short but sweet podcast. Tracey normally rambles on forever but she was able to keep it under 10 minutes yet still full of exciting, jam-packed knowledge on what to expect when your male kitty is neutered. This episode is more about the "how" than the "why". We hope you're inspired to make an appointment after listening to this podcast.
Dog Spays
February 01, 2021 11:00 - 23 minutes - 16.2 MBMixed animal veterinarian, Tracey Westegaard, shares behind-the-scenes details about your female dogs' ovariohysterectomies - also known as a spay. This is actually a major abdominal surgery, even though it is done routinely. Listening to this episode will hopefully give you peace-of-mind that your pet is in the best care. This is not a "why" episode but more of a "how" episode.
Dog Spays E18
February 01, 2021 11:00 - 23 minutes - 16.2 MBMixed animal veterinarian, Tracey Westegaard, shares behind-the-scenes details about your female dogs' ovariohysterectomies - also known as a spay. This is actually a major abdominal surgery, even though it is done routinely. Listening to this episode will hopefully give you peace-of-mind that your pet is in the best care. This is not a "why" episode but more of a "how" episode.
Dog Neuters - The Nitty Gritty E17
January 25, 2021 11:00 - 20 minutes - 14.4 MBMixed animal veterinarian, Tracey Westegaard, explains what goes on behind the closed doors of the surgery suite when your male dog is being neutered, de-sexed, castrated, emasculated. Sounds terrible, doesn't it? it's not so bad, really. Enjoy this first podcast episode in a series on routine surgeries. The sound quality is a bit off in this episode, sorry for the inconvneience.
Dog Neuters - The Nitty Gritty
January 25, 2021 11:00 - 20 minutes - 14.4 MBMixed animal veterinarian, Tracey Westegaard, explains what goes on behind the closed doors of the surgery suite when your male dog is being neutered, de-sexed, castrated, emasculated. Sounds terrible, doesn't it? it's not so bad, really. Enjoy this first podcast episode in a series on routine surgeries. The sound quality is a bit off in this episode, sorry for the inconvneience.
Rabies - This breaks my heart E16
September 24, 2020 13:00 - 19 minutes - 13.4 MBMixed animal veterninarian, Dr Tracey Westegaard, shares tragic information about rabies worldwide. She doesn't want to ruin your day but she feels there is more you need to know about rabies than what is printed on your pets Rabies Certificate.
Rabies - This breaks my heart.
September 24, 2020 13:00 - 19 minutes - 13.4 MBMixed animal veterninarian, Dr Tracey Westegaard, shares tragic information about rabies worldwide. She doesn't want to ruin your day but she feels there is more you need to know about rabies than what is printed on your pets Rabies Certificate.
Veterinary Emergency - Who plans for this?
September 09, 2020 13:00 - 22 minutes - 15.7 MBMixed animal veterinarian, Dr Tracey Westegaard, knows that no one plans for a pet emergency. In this episode, she gives practical tips for actually planning who to call, what to expect and how to pay for the emergency visit. She also reminds everyone that sugar gets you further than spice especially in a highly emotional, scary, time sensitive emergencies. Don't be a jerk to the people you need help from!
Veterinary Emergency - Who plans for this? E15
September 09, 2020 13:00 - 22 minutes - 15.7 MBMixed animal veterinarian, Dr Tracey Westegaard, knows that no one plans for a pet emergency. In this episode, she gives practical tips for actually planning who to call, what to expect and how to pay for the emergency visit. She also reminds everyone that sugar gets you further than spice especially in a highly emotional, scary, time sensitive emergencies. Don't be a jerk to the people you need help from!
Struvite Urinary Crystals
August 07, 2020 00:00 - 26 minutes - 18 MBMixed animal veterinarian, Tracey Westegaard, gives you the low down on magnesium crystals that can form in the bladder of dogs and cats and cause all sorts of problems. You'll want to listen to the end to find out if these stones/crystals can be dissolved with prescription diets or have to be removed surgically.
Struvite Urinary Crystals E14
August 07, 2020 00:00 - 26 minutes - 18 MBMixed animal veterinarian, Tracey Westegaard, gives you the low down on magnesium crystals that can form in the bladder of dogs and cats and cause all sorts of problems. You'll want to listen to the end to find out if these stones/crystals can be dissolved with prescription diets or have to be removed surgically.
Pet Fire Safety
July 16, 2020 22:00 - 18 minutes - 12.9 MBMarshall Animal Clinic veterinarian, Tracey Westegaard, talks about fire hazards in your home that involve pets and what to do to minimize that risk and have a plan in the event of a fire emergency. We're all guilty of putting off emergency planning. Listen to this podcast to get a little fire safety motivation.
Pet Fire Safety E13
July 16, 2020 22:00 - 18 minutes - 12.9 MBMarshall Animal Clinic veterinarian, Tracey Westegaard, talks about fire hazards in your home that involve pets and what to do to minimize that risk and have a plan in the event of a fire emergency. We're all guilty of putting off emergency planning. Listen to this podcast to get a little fire safety motivation.
Noise Aversion in Dogs - Please Calm Down!
July 09, 2020 13:00 - 21 minutes - 14.6 MBMarshall Animal Clinic Veterinarian, Tracey Westegaard, talks about the best ways to help you dog when they are fearful of loud noises like thunderstorms and fireworks. Noise aversion affects 1/3 of all dogs to some degree. She discusses both environmental modifications and drug interventions.
Noise Aversion in Dogs - Please Calm Down! E12
July 09, 2020 13:00 - 21 minutes - 14.6 MBMarshall Animal Clinic Veterinarian, Tracey Westegaard, talks about the best ways to help you dog when they are fearful of loud noises like thunderstorms and fireworks. Noise aversion affects 1/3 of all dogs to some degree. She discusses both environmental modifications and drug interventions.
Why dogs eat poop and how to stop it. Gross! E11
June 17, 2020 21:00 - 17 minutes - 12.1 MBMarshall Animal Clinic Veterinarian, Tracey Westegaard, answers the common question "why do dogs eat poop? what can we do to stop it?" Episode 11.
Why dogs eat poop and how to stop it. Gross!
June 17, 2020 21:00 - 17 minutes - 12.1 MBMarshall Animal Clinic Veterinarian, Tracey Westegaard, answers the common question "why do dogs eat poop? what can we do to stop it?" Episode 11.
Giardia - Don't Drink the Water
June 04, 2020 12:00 - 20 minutes - 14.3 MBMarshall Animal Clinic Veterinarian, Tracey Westegaard, gives you both a history and biology lesson in this all-things-giardia podcast. Giardia is the most common intestinal parasite of humans in addition to being a common cause of diarrhea in dogs. You really need to listen to this one. Episode 10.
Giardia - Don't Drink the Water E10
June 04, 2020 12:00 - 20 minutes - 14.3 MBMarshall Animal Clinic Veterinarian, Tracey Westegaard, gives you both a history and biology lesson in this all-things-giardia podcast. Giardia is the most common intestinal parasite of humans in addition to being a common cause of diarrhea in dogs. You really need to listen to this one. Episode 10.
Corneal Ulcers in Dogs, Cats and Horses
May 27, 2020 21:00 - 27 minutes - 18.8 MBMarshall Animal Clinic veterinarian, Dr Tracey Westegaard, discusses the "what" and "how" of corneal ulcers in dogs, cats and horses. This common eye injury can go south quickly if not treated quickly and effectively. Listen and learn.
Corneal Ulcers in Dogs, Cats and Horses E9
May 27, 2020 21:00 - 27 minutes - 18.8 MBMarshall Animal Clinic veterinarian, Dr Tracey Westegaard, discusses the "what" and "how" of corneal ulcers in dogs, cats and horses. This common eye injury can go south quickly if not treated quickly and effectively. Listen and learn.
Water Safety for your Pets
May 21, 2020 11:00 - 24 minutes - 17 MBMarshall Animal Clinic veterinarian, Dr Tracey Westegaard, discusses several topics surrounding water safety - ponds, pools, rivers, lakes and oceans. She covers accidental drowning prevention, infectious diseases associated with water, algae blooms, post- swimming skin and ear care and more. Animals enjoy the water as much as we do but we must take extra measures to keep them safe.
Water Safety for your Pets E8
May 21, 2020 11:00 - 24 minutes - 17 MBMarshall Animal Clinic veterinarian, Dr Tracey Westegaard, discusses several topics surrounding water safety - ponds, pools, rivers, lakes and oceans. She covers accidental drowning prevention, infectious diseases associated with water, algae blooms, post- swimming skin and ear care and more. Animals enjoy the water as much as we do but we must take extra measures to keep them safe.
Heartworm: Part 2, Treatment and Prevention E7
May 14, 2020 11:00 - 28 minutes - 19.4 MBMarshall Animal Clinic veterinarian, Dr Tracey Westegaard, discusses the treatment and prevention of heartworm infection and disease. This episode is part two of a two part series that covers diagnosis, prevention and treatment of this deadly yet common parasite of dogs and cats....and sea lions, coyotes, wolves and possibly sasquatch.
Heartworm: Part 2, Treatment and Prevention
May 14, 2020 11:00 - 28 minutes - 19.4 MBMarshall Animal Clinic veterinarian, Dr Tracey Westegaard, discusses the treatment and prevention of heartworm infection and disease. This episode is part two of a two part series that covers diagnosis, prevention and treatment of this deadly yet common parasite of dogs and cats....and sea lions, coyotes, wolves and possibly sasquatch.
Heartworm: Part 1 - Huge, Nasty Worm
May 06, 2020 14:00 - 15 minutes - 10.7 MBMarshall Animal Clinic veterinarian, Dr Tracey Westegaard, discusses the "what" and "where" of heartworm infection and disease. This episode is part one of a two part series that will cover diagnosis, prevention and treatment of this deadly yet common parasite of dogs and cats.
Heartworm: Part 1 - Huge, Nasty Worm E6
May 06, 2020 14:00 - 15 minutes - 10.7 MBMarshall Animal Clinic veterinarian, Dr Tracey Westegaard, discusses the "what" and "where" of heartworm infection and disease. This episode is part one of a two part series that will cover diagnosis, prevention and treatment of this deadly yet common parasite of dogs and cats.
Anal Glands - you heard it here folks.
April 23, 2020 15:00 - 19 minutes - 13.4 MBMarshall Animal Clinic veterinarian, Dr Tracey Westegaard, discussed all things surrounding your pets anal glands and anal sacs - the good, the bad, the ugly. She shares some disturbing information about beaver anal gland secretions but you'll have to listen to the show for that.
Anal Glands - you heard it here folks E5
April 23, 2020 15:00 - 19 minutes - 13.4 MBMarshall Animal Clinic veterinarian, Dr Tracey Westegaard, discussed all things surrounding your pets anal glands and anal sacs - the good, the bad, the ugly. She shares some disturbing information about beaver anal gland secretions but you'll have to listen to the show for that.
Bonus Episode: Acclimating your horse to spring grass
April 22, 2020 15:00 - 21 minutes - 15.1 MBMarshall Animal Clinic veterinarian, Tracey Westegaard, rambles on the science behind the sugar content in spring grass and the risks to your horses' heath surrounding those sugars. This episode is a little sciencey but also includes practical tips to avoid stomach upset and the dreaded laminitis. Not a horse person? that ok, share this episode with someone who is.
Bonus Episode: Acclimating your horse to spring grass E4
April 22, 2020 15:00 - 21 minutes - 15.1 MBMarshall Animal Clinic veterinarian, Tracey Westegaard, rambles on the science behind the sugar content in spring grass and the risks to your horses' heath surrounding those sugars. This episode is a little sciencey but also includes practical tips to avoid stomach upset and the dreaded laminitis. Not a horse person? that ok, share this episode with someone who is.
GDV: Gastric dilatation and volvulus syndrome - you gotta act fast! E3
April 16, 2020 15:00 - 22 minutes - 15.3 MBMarshall Animal Clinic veterinarian, Tracey Westegaard, discusses the emergency condition, GVD. NO one plans on their pet having the life threatening bloat and stomach twist. But, you can take measures to prevent it with surgery and other minor life style changes. Listen to the episode, learn about GDV so you can possibly save a dog's life.
GDV: Gastric dilatation and volvulus syndrome - you gotta act fast!
April 16, 2020 15:00 - 22 minutes - 15.3 MBMarshall Animal Clinic veterinarian, Tracey Westegaard, discusses the emergency condition, GVD. NO one plans on their pet having the life threatening bloat and stomach twist. But, you can take measures to prevent it with surgery and other minor life style changes. Listen to the episode, learn about GDV so you can possibly save a dog's life.
Feeding Pets Pet Food - Simple, right?
April 09, 2020 22:00 - 22 minutes - 15.5 MBMarshall Animal Clinic Veterinarian, Dr Tracey Westegaard, compares feeding canned vs dry food, meal feeding vs free choice feeding and she even shares details about what bowls you should use. Did you know this pet feeding thing was complicated? Don't worry, it's not. This episode is full of practical tips to improve your pets health through how you feed them.
Feeding Pets Pet Food - Simple, right? E2
April 09, 2020 22:00 - 22 minutes - 15.5 MBMarshall Animal Clinic Veterinarian, Dr Tracey Westegaard, compares feeding canned vs dry food, meal feeding vs free choice feeding and she even shares details about what bowls you should use. Did you know this pet feeding thing was complicated? Don't worry, it's not. This episode is full of practical tips to improve your pets health through how you feed them.
Feeding Pets People Food - You won't get in trouble.
April 09, 2020 21:00 - 24 minutes - 16.9 MBMarshall Animal Clinic veterinarian, Dr Tracey Westegaard, rambles on what "people food" is safe to feed your pets and which foods to avoid. She even shares her favorite home made dog food recipe for turkey meatloaf muffins.
Feeding Pets People Food - You won't get in trouble E1
April 09, 2020 21:00 - 24 minutes - 16.9 MBMarshall Animal Clinic veterinarian, Dr Tracey Westegaard, rambles on what "people food" is safe to feed your pets and which foods to avoid. She even shares her favorite home made dog food recipe for turkey meatloaf muffins.
Introductions
April 09, 2020 21:00 - 3 minutes - 2.51 MBMarshall Animal Clinic veterinarian, Dr Tracey Westegaard, introduces herself and rambles on about herself and her adventure into podcasting.