Purr Podcast
192 episodes - English - Latest episode: 10 days ago - ★★★★★ - 52 ratingsThis is an awesome podcast for veterinary healthcare providers about everything feline. Famous author Dr. Susan Little and surgeon, Dr. Jolle Kirpensteijn will discuss medical en surgical issues of cats highlighting simple and practical solutions. If you like cats, you will love this podcast!
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Repeating Dr. Nicol (why not)?
April 14, 2024 18:58 - 24 minutes - 33.6 MBDue to some personal circumastances we will repeat a golden oldie (the podcast not our amazing guest) from the first year of our podcasts. This podcast with Dr. Dave Nicol delves into the challenges and joys of veterinary practice. Nicol discusses topics ranging from patient care to practice management, offering insights and practical advice for fellow veterinarians. He shares anecdotes from his own experiences and engages in discussions about the evolving landscape of veterinary medicine. Li...
Cats and choleliths
April 03, 2024 02:45 - 42 minutes - 58.8 MBCholeliths, commonly known as gallstones, in cats refer to the formation of solid material within the gallbladder. These stones can vary in size and composition, sometimes causing health issues for the affected cat.Here are some key points about choleliths in cats: Formation: Choleliths can develop due to imbalances in the components of bile, such as cholesterol, bilirubin, and calcium salts. The exact cause isn't always clear, but factors like genetics, diet, and certain medical conditions ...
What is a cat semi-owner?
March 19, 2024 11:39 - 38 minutes - 53.3 MBCat semi-owners" might refer to individuals who have a relationship with a cat but don't have full ownership responsibilities. These individuals may care for a cat temporarily or occasionally, providing some care or companionship without being the primary or permanent caregiver. For instance, someone might frequently feed and spend time with a neighbor's cat, offer occasional pet sitting, or assist in caring for a friend or family member's cat without having the formal title of an owner. Thes...
The plague caused by a cat? That can not be true!
February 26, 2024 20:56 - 17 minutes - 24.3 MBIn recent news, there has been a case of bubonic plague caused by a cat, highlighting the importance for veterinarians to be aware of zoonotic diseases. Bubonic plague is a bacterial infection transmitted through fleas, often found on rodents and pets like cats. Veterinarians should be vigilant in recognizing symptoms in animals and educating pet owners on prevention measures, including flea control and avoiding contact with wild rodents. Prompt diagnosis and treatment are crucial for both an...
More feline emergencies with Dr. Tony, Minister of Happiness
January 20, 2024 16:55 - 30 minutes - 41.3 MBIn this gripping episode of our podcast, released on September 12, 2017, we sit down with the esteemed Dr. Tony Johnson, DVM, DACVECC, a master in the nuanced and demanding field of veterinary emergency medicine and critical care. As a board-certified expert since 2003, Dr. Johnson brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table, discussing the most common and pressing emergencies that afflict our feline friends. Join Dr. Susan and Dr Jolle as they delve into a conversation with Dr. ...
Dr. Tony Johnson: From Master of Emergency Medicine to Minister of Happiness - Cats in the ER
January 07, 2024 21:19 - 24 minutes - 33.9 MBDr. Tony Johnson, a certified maestro in emergency medicine and critical care since 2003, now orchestrates joy as the Minister of Happiness and consultant liaison for VIN. Once a clinical assistant professor at Purdue University's School of Veterinary Medicine, he captivates audiences worldwide through his lectures at international veterinary conferences. With a penchant for prose, Dr. Johnson's pen dances as an active blogger and writer, adding his purr-sonality to this week's acclaimed Purr...
Cat genes and cancer with Dr. Leslie Lyon part 2
December 24, 2023 20:37 - 30 minutes - 41.5 MBMeet Dr. Leslie Lyons, your friendly neighborhood cat geneticist, part 2. We delve deeper into the exciting world of cat genes and their role in tumors. Dr. Lyons explores the intricate connection between cancer in cats and their genetic makeup. Get ready to uncover the secrets of feline genetics with Dr. Lyons as your guide.
Cats, genes and cancer, what could go wrong?
December 18, 2023 03:15 - 36 minutes - 50.3 MBMeet Dr. Leslie Lyons, your friendly neighborhood cat geneticist. In this insightful discussion, Dr. Lyons delves into the fascinating realm of feline oncogenomics, exploring the intricate connection between cancer in cats and their genetic makeup. Get ready to uncover the secrets of feline genetics with Dr. Lyons as your guide.
Cool cat cancer cases part 2
November 26, 2023 17:31 - 22 minutes - 31 MBIn a brightly lit zoom session, Dr. Susan and Dr. Jolle engage in a focused discussion about recent cat tumor cases. The air is filled with a mix of medical jargon and compassionate concern as they review X-rays and pathology reports. Dr. Susan, known for her meticulous approach, gestures toward the images on the computer screen, explaining the nuances of each case. Meanwhile, Dr. Jolle, renowned for his empathetic communication with pet owners, listens attentively and offers insightful persp...
Cool cat cancer cases part 1
November 12, 2023 23:43 - 20 minutes - 28.7 MBIn a brightly lit zoom session, Dr. Susan and Dr. Jolle engage in a focused discussion about recent cat tumor cases. The air is filled with a mix of medical jargon and compassionate concern as they review X-rays and pathology reports. Dr. Susan, known for her meticulous approach, gestures toward the images on the computer screen, explaining the nuances of each case. Meanwhile, Dr. Jolle, renowned for his empathetic communication with pet owners, listens attentively and offers insightful persp...
Lymphoma part 2. What is the role of nutrition?
October 13, 2023 14:21 - 24 minutes - 33.1 MBDr Susan and Dr. Jolle discuss a lecture that they will give at the Hill's Global Symposium 2023. We discuss lymphoma and what are the main things you need to do (and know) to support cats with lymphoma and other tumors.
Lymphoma is the number one cancer in cats!
September 28, 2023 17:21 - 20 minutes - 27.9 MBThis is a purrpodcast LIVE where Dr. Susan and Dr. Jolle talk about the most common cancer in cats: malignant lymphoma. This is part one of 2 sessions. We focus on what 4 factors are really important in lymphoma treatment in cats. This podcast will also be available as a video on our patreon account.
What are some genetic abnormalities in common cat breeds?
September 16, 2023 17:41 - 33 minutes - 46.3 MBDr. Susan and Dr. Jolle discuss some common abnormalities that you can observe in the most populare cat breeds. From polycystic kidne disease to ear and tail abnormalities. The main disadvantage of inbreeding is that these diseases tend to pop up.
What are the most common cat breeds in North America?
September 03, 2023 14:57 - 28 minutes - 38.7 MBDr. Susan and Dr. Jolle discuss North America's most common cat breeds (US and Canada). Do you know who is number 1? Every cat breed comes with different qualities but also are prone to some genetic abnormalities. It is good to do some background research before you decide to get one of these wonderful breeds.
Purr podcast meets my veterinary life podcast
July 29, 2023 21:12 - 50 minutes - 69.4 MBThe purrpodcast meets the veterinary life podcast hosted by Dr. Marci Kirk and Dr. Annie Chavent. We have a crossover podcast with so many questions answered. We talk about the start of the purrpodcast and all the things we have learned in the five years of our podcast. This is such a fun episode.
Dr. Susan and Dr. Jolle are looking for cats in Egypt
July 09, 2023 20:11 - 21 minutes - 29.5 MBWith a break from the normal, Dr. Susan and DSr. Jolle made an audio diary of their trip to Egypt. From the depth of the pyramid to the impressive temples of Abu Simbel, they are trying to spot cats. And the result is..... cat mummies!
What to do with cats with chronic pain?
June 26, 2023 20:06 - 38 minutes - 53.3 MBDuncan and Margaret are back with pretty gruesome statistics, most cats have pain when they reach an older age, and we are not picking up the signals. What should we watch for in these cats, and what can we do about it? Is there a new wonder drug available that could be the solution? This drug has been available in some countries but has just entered the North American market.
Most of the older cats have chronic joint pain
June 09, 2023 21:52 - 29 minutes - 40.4 MBDr. Duncan Lascelles, a famous veterinary surgeon and pain expert, and Dr. Margaret Gruen, a veterinary behaviorist, tackle chronic pain together at North Carolina State University College of Veterinary Medicine. What are the clinical signs of chronic pain in cats? Does their behavior change? Did you realize that 60-90 percent of cats between 6 months and 20 years have symptoms of degenerative joint disease? Of those cats, 45% have pain. 100% of cats older than ten years have signs of DJD.
PPC 173 with Jessica #2
May 24, 2023 02:40 - 28 minutes - 39.6 MBDr. Jessica Quimby is back on the show, and we talk about proteinuria in CKD. When should we be using ace inhibitors in feline chronic renal disease? Treating proteinuria is a long-term game. Jessica also talks about immune-mediated proteinuria in young cats. The prognosis used to be very bad, but now she is much more aggressive with immunosuppressive with better success. Last but not least, we discuss the IRIS stages in renal disease
Feline CKD and the secret of phosphorus (and FGF23)
May 11, 2023 02:01 - 30 minutes - 41.8 MBJessica Quimby is back on our podcast because we have some intriguing news about chronic kidney disease, or CKD. What is that, you may ask? A new test called FGF23. CKD leads to metabolic bone disease, which decreases the inability to excrete phosphorus. What does that have to do with FGF23? Find out in this beautiful episode with Dr. Jessica
Cats with diabetes and other cool pancreatic diseases
April 28, 2023 02:34 - 29 minutes - 40.9 MBPart 02 with Dr. Cathy Scott-Moncrieff, Internal medicine specialist and Purdue University Department of Clinical Services department head. Cathy’s main focus area is endocrinology, and we dive deeply into the cat pancreas; yay, everything about diabetes, ketoacidosis and insulinomas.
Cat endocrinology is so cool and now we have a new oral drug for diabetes!
April 10, 2023 00:16 - 36 minutes - 50.1 MBToday we speak with Dr. Cathy Scott-Moncrieff, Internal medicine specialist and department head of Purdue University Department of Clinical Services. Cathy’s main focus area is endocrinology and we dive deeply into this topic over our next 2 podcasts. This week we talk about laparoscopic adrenalectomies, acromegaly, hyperthyroidism and lots of news in diabetic diagnosis and treatment.
Social media tips for cat practitioners
March 11, 2023 22:45 - 29 minutes - 40.7 MBStacey is back on our podcast and is a communication specialist in Dr. Susan's clinic. She gives tips on dealing with social media in your clinic and handling demanding clients. Dr. Susan tells about her information prescriptions, where she curates a collection of information resources. Stacey is a big fan of using rewarding language with any clients.
Why should you hire a communication manager for your practice?
March 03, 2023 03:48 - 26 minutes - 36.2 MBStacey Gonzalez is our week's guest, a communication manager at Bytown and Merivale Cat Hospitals. Stacey brings a lot to the hospital, and we talk about how important good communication is for any hospital setting. Stacey gives us tips when the media contacts us for an interview. Did you know the first thing you should ask is if you can have the questions in advance? An episode with lots of great communication stuff.
What can you catch from your cat?
February 23, 2023 01:05 - 28 minutes - 39.3 MBWe have the awesome Dr. Mike Lappin with us, the most frequent guest on our podcast! We are discussing what you can catch from your cat, i.e., zoonosis. Mike is the One Health Grand Poobah at WSAVA. They have an official connection with AAFP, not the feline one but the American Association of Family Practitioners. The purrpodcast is happy to be the first media outlet to cover this pre-announcement. What a fun episode.
What are some advantages and disadvantages of neutering your cat?
February 12, 2023 17:07 - 25 minutes - 35.4 MBThis is episode 2 with Dr. Emmanuel Fontaine, a therio expert from Canada. We love to talk about reproduction in cats. This episode we talk about the unintended consequences of spaying and neutering, next to the advantages, of course. How do you detect if an animal is spayed if the animal still shows signs of heat or sexual activity? Emmanuel gives us all the answers.
Are there alternatives to spaying and castrating cats?
January 29, 2023 16:55 - 23 minutes - 32.4 MBDr. Emmanuel is our guest on the purrpodcast. He is a therionologist and Diplomate for the European College of Veterinary Reproduction and we discuss lots of cool stuff in repro or therio as they call it here in the US. Did you know that repro reseachers are looking for the holy grail in veterinary medicine: how to spay cats without surgery? Emmanuel knows all about it!
Foxtails and Ragdolls, what do they have in common?
January 13, 2023 03:33 - 33 minutes - 46.5 MBDr. Kelly and Dr. Jolle are back with an episode discussing recent articles. One article is about foxtails or grass awns in cats and the d-word. Most foxtails occur near the eye in cats! Another article discusses Ragdolls and specific blood values in this type of cats. Do we now have to have normal values for all breeds of cats?
Nine lives are not enough part 2 with Dr. Mary Gardner
December 31, 2022 21:14 - 32 minutes - 44 MBOur second episode is here when Dr. Kelly and I talk with the incredible Dr. Mary Gardner about her new book Nine lives are not enough; a practical guide for caring for your geriatric cat. You still have time to buy it for yourself! With lots of tips on how to care for our precious older felines.
Nine lives are not enough part 1
December 24, 2022 15:33 - 30 minutes - 42.4 MBWe are so excited to offer you this podcast during the holidays! The fabulous Dr. Mary Gardner joins us to discuss her new book: Nine lives are not enough. This is the best holiday present you can buy for yourself and your loved ones. It is wonderfully illustrated and discusses everything you need to know about your aging cat. We love this book!! Happy holidays to all of you.
Core or Noncore (vaccines), that is the question!
December 16, 2022 17:10 - 31 minutes - 43.7 MBDr. Kelly and Dr. Jolle discussed new articles this week. The first one discusses the use of non-core vaccines. There is quite a variation in coverage in the USA, and the article explains the possible why behind this. There are quite a lot of cats involved with this study! Another article discussed the student's attitudes toward working with cats. Dr. Jolle confesses his inaptitude with dealing with horses in general.
Acute pain and mental health in cats
November 23, 2022 17:10 - 33 minutes - 46.1 MBDr. Susan and Dr. Jolle discuss the new AAFP magazine focusing on feline pain and mental health. We love this new magazine, and it is available for AAFP members. So time to become a member @catfriendlyhomes @catvets
AAFP publishes a new member magazine!
November 02, 2022 18:47 - 28 minutes - 39 MBDr. Susan and Dr. Jolle are back live from beautiful Kansas. We discuss a new magazine from AAFP, the American Association of Feline Practitioners. This new magazine will be available for all AAFP members for free and we also think about open access vs paid journal subscriptions
Pharaohs, felines and DNA
October 05, 2022 01:44 - 34 minutes - 46.8 MBA great episode with Dr. Leslie Lyons. We talk about all genetics as she is the cat gene expert in the world! We start with the pharaohs and end with crispering news. Wow, what a replicated and exciting episode!
Cat allergies, crisper and are cats able to recognize each other or their owner?
September 19, 2022 01:07 - 31 minutes - 43.1 MBDr. Susan and Dr. Jolle discuss recent articles. The first one is deleting the gene that is responsible for the protein to which most people are allergic. A technique called Crisper was used to delete the gen out of cell lines. The second article talks about cats recognizing the other cat's name. If the wrong name was used, the cats were confused.
Travel Impostor syndrome, passport issues and lots of other travel tips
September 06, 2022 01:30 - 34 minutes - 47 MBDr. Susan and Dr. Jolle are back, and how! They have not done a podcast for a long time so this first one is an update about what is going on in their lives and yes we do talk about cats too! What else?
Most listened to podcast Part 2 Pancreatitis
August 30, 2022 00:31 - 39 minutes - 54.3 MBThis is a repeat episode of our most listened-to podcast with Dr. Panos Xenoulis where we focus on feline pancreatitis, and the best news is that next week we will be back with a brand new episode to start our 5th year of podcasting!
Most listened to podcast part 1: Pancreatitis in cats
August 21, 2022 21:42 - 34 minutes - 47.6 MBThis is a repeat episode of a while ago with our amazing guest Dr. Panos Xenoulis. He is one of the world's most famous pancreas experts, especially when we talk about cats (and that is all we do!). Panos lives in Greece and did most of his graduate work in the US and worked at Texas A&M for more than 10 years. We discuss how cats are different in showing signs of pancreatitis and discuss the most common tests to diagnose this disease. Whoever thought that pancreatitis is not common in the ca...
Summer Cat Bite with Dr. Panos Xenoulis
August 08, 2022 12:36 - 10 minutes - 14.2 MBThe last of our cat bites of summer. This is an interview with Dr Panos Xenopoulis, the winner of his year's most downloaded podcast. We are still in Rhodes and are talking about the cat population on the island.
Summer Cat Bite with Dr. Sarah Heath
August 02, 2022 21:33 - 10 minutes - 14 MBDr. Sarah Heath is joining us for this short summer cat bite. Taped in beautiful Rhodes, Greece, during ISFM. Dr. Sarah Heath is from the UK and talks about cat behavior and the importance of thinking about the health triad: the interplay between emotional, cognitive, and physical health. One of the topics is zero pain in cats. A cool 10 minutes in the Greek heat of summer.
Summer Cat Bite with Dr. Hillary Noyes
July 24, 2022 19:40 - 9 minutes - 12.5 MBDr. Hillary Noyes shares her learnings from the ISFM meeting in Rhodes, Greece. A multidisciplinary approach to cat behavior is so essential to be successful.
Summer Cat Bite 02 with Dr. Kelly StDenis
July 13, 2022 14:10 - 8 minutes - 11.6 MBDr. Kelly joined me in Rhoides Greece at the ISFM Congress where we reminisce about all the things we have heard. This is a 5 week summer edition of the purrpodcast with short podcasts full of info and lots of fun interviews.
Summer Cat Bite 01 ISFM & Cat Friendly Practices
July 03, 2022 18:33 - 9 minutes - 13.5 MBThis summer we will have short Summer Cat Bites. These are 10-minute-long episodes that were taped in Rhodes Greece during the latest ISFM Congress. The first one hosts Claire Bessant, the leading voice behind International Cat Care where they believe in a world in which each cat’s life experience will be as good as it can be. They do this by providing cat owners, veterinary professionals and those that live and work with cats with the resources, support and advice they need to care better fo...
Tornadoes, mandolins and urinary madness in the emergency room
May 28, 2022 20:47 - 45 minutes - 62.2 MBA second podcast with the great and super funny Tony Johnson. The topics include Ottawa tornadoes and being the minister of happiness at VIN, the veterinary information network. How was working in the ER during the pandemic? We also discuss teletriage in emergency medicine. We also answer a great question from a listener about emergency management of blocked cats.
ABCs in critical care cats with Dr. Tony Johnson
May 16, 2022 00:04 - 29 minutes - 40.9 MBThe great Dr. Tony Johnson is joining the purrpodcast this week. Do you know your ABCs? Tony starts with these in any emergency case, whatever they are brought in for. We, of course, also discuss fluid therapy, emergency critical care drugs, and many other topics. Tony is a blast, and did you know he is a virtuoso mandolin player?
Free roaming and no little kittens
May 05, 2022 00:48 - 32 minutes - 45 MBThis week we have another great episode about feral cats, this week we focus on non-surgical ways to decrease feral cat populations. Dr. Susan gives some amazing examples of several well-organized projects.
Cat mummies & what to do with feral cats?
April 28, 2022 03:51 - 26 minutes - 37.1 MBThe topic of today is the feral cat population. Stray cats can be quite a nuisance and they seem to multiply quite fast. Why do we get upset with stray cats, should we be focusing on the benefits of feral cats and what can we do about population reduction?
Going back to the basics: feline urinary obstructive disease
April 15, 2022 15:21 - 29 minutes - 41 MBMore trampoline news, GI, and urinary obstructions are the day's purrpodcast topics. Dr. Susan is frustrated that we can not get better results in obstructive urinary disease. A third of cats have a recurrence of urinary obstructive disease. We do not recommend appropriate therapy. Dr. Susan will give us the solution and discuss a paper from the UK about this topic. Say NO to antibiotics in cats with urinary disease.
Trampolines and flying cats
April 03, 2022 07:43 - 30 minutes - 41.4 MBDr. Susan is back with a vengeance and we discuss her recent experiences with flying trampolines. You may ask what this has to do with proper felines but be assured flying cats are a major topic today with some new literature to prove that emergency score cards really work.
Stress and destress with Dr. Mia Cary
March 19, 2022 20:09 - 23 minutes - 32.7 MBDr. Mia Cary is back and talks with us about how to destress. Stress relievers are so important in our busy life. She herself likes to mediate, Dr. Klly does ballet and I love to paint. We talk about art, paddle boarding, and double-dipping. Do you know how Mia survived the isolation of the pandemic?