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VetScoop

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VetScoop is unique in that it is a true collaboration of a diverse group of veterinary professionals from varied backgrounds, areas of expertise, professional journeys, and personalities. We are here to provide pet owners with access to information that they can feel confident about and that will empower them, in turn, to make better decisions about the health and wellbeing of their pets in consultation with their local veterinarian.

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Episodes

When Should I Bring My Cat To The ER?

December 18, 2021 21:00 - 15 minutes - 10.8 MB

Ever wonder when you should take your cat to the ER? Here are a few tips from VetScoop’s Dr. Natalie Marks and Dr. Justine Lee. Check out the podcast! ✅ Changes in urination - specific to male cats ✅ Panting  ✅ Poisoning  ✅ Trauma ✅ Hiding ✅ Lethargy ✅ Acute vomiting

When Should I Bring My Dog To The ER?

December 15, 2021 19:00 - 17 minutes - 12.1 MB

Should I stay or should I go now...to the the veterinary ER? This is a question pet owners ask themselves all the time. Dr. Natalie Marks and Dr. Justine Lee talk us through this dilemma on this week's VetScoop podcast. Spoiler alert...if abnormal behavior happens in the middle of the night, the answer is most likely, yes, go to the ER.  🏥🏥🏥

Has Your Cat's Litter Box Habits Changed?

December 08, 2021 23:00 - 15 minutes - 10.5 MB

Join VetScoop's Dr. Natalie Marks and Dr. Lisa Radosta as they break down the importance of litter box size, location and contents to ensure your cat is happy and healthy at home! 

How Do Cats Show Us They Have Allergies?

December 02, 2021 15:00 - 14 minutes - 10.1 MB

Join VetScoop's Dr. Natalie Marks and Dr. Ashley Bourgeois while they discuss the "cat rule book" of  interesting ways cats show us they have allergies.  Your fur baby may be trying to manage this on their own while they are alone, but we are here to help you identify these sneaky behaviors so you can work with your veterinarian to identify their allergies and alleviate their discomfort! Hint, hint...fleas can be a common culprit.  

Protecting Our Pets from Fear, Anxiety, and Stress

November 27, 2021 23:00 - 15 minutes - 10.5 MB

Dr. Marty Becker is the founder of Fear Free so this VetScoop podcast was tailor made for him.  Our host, Dr. Natalie Marks, chats with Dr. Becker about all of the ways our pets encounter stress, the subtle signs we might not spot that can tell us they are stressed, and ways we can help them overcome these stresses.

Keeping Your House Safe for Pets

November 18, 2021 02:00 - 15 minutes - 10.7 MB

Dr. Justine Lee is a double boarded veterinarian in critical care and toxicology, so of course the perfect person to sit down with our host, Dr. Natalie Marks, to talk about ways we can make sure that our homes are safe for our pets.  In this VetScoop podcast they cover everything from things our pets might chew or ingest, to issues with protecting our pets from medications and poisons.  And of course we cover everything we need to do to keep our homes safe for the holidays.

Best Ways to Feed Cats

November 10, 2021 15:00 - 14 minutes - 10 MB

How important is nutrition for our feline family members?  What do our cats need on a daily basis and how can we use food to keep them mentally stimulated?  Boarded Veterinary Nutritionist Dr. Lindsey Bullen joins Dr. Marty Becker on this VetScoop podcast to talk all about feeding our cats.

Allergies in Dogs

November 03, 2021 17:00 - 14 minutes - 9.77 MB

Why do our dogs get allergies?  Is it about their food?  Their environment?  Do they need to be treated?  Boarded Veterinary Dermatologist Dr. Ashley Bourgeois joins our host, Dr. Natalie Marks, to talk about how to handle all of these issues as well as tell us how she handles them with her own dog who has allergies.

Be Careful with Household Toxins

October 27, 2021 04:00 - 16 minutes - 11.3 MB

What everyday things in our households can be dangerous for our pets?  The Street Vet, Dr. Kwane Stewart, joins our host Dr. Natalie Marks to talk about all of the things we want to make sure our pets aren't getting at in our homes.

All About Exotics

October 19, 2021 21:00 - 14 minutes - 10.2 MB

In this VetScoop podcasts, our host, Dr. Natalie Marks, sits down with our Dr. Evan Antin.  While Dr. Antin sees plenty of dogs and cats in practice, his true love is exotic pets.  From Guinea Pigs to bunnies to Chinchillas to snakes, Dr. Antin has tips on how to know what pet is right for your family.

Nutrition Tips for Our Pets

October 13, 2021 14:00 - 14 minutes - 10.1 MB

In this VetScoop podcast, our co-founder, Dr. Marty Becker, is joined by boarded veterinary nutritionist Dr. Lindsey Bullen to talk about all things pet nutrition.  They chat about the importance of getting good information about nutrition for your pet, what food allergies are and how we can detect them through food trials, and so much more about keeping our pets happy and healthy with proper nutrition.

Pandemic Pets!

October 06, 2021 16:00 - 16 minutes - 11.1 MB

So many people adopted a new pet during the pandemic and that even includes our own VetScoop crew!  Dr. Kwane Stewart adopted his new puppy Cora during the pandemic and just like many of us, he's going through the ups and downs of making sure their life together gets off on the right paw.  He joins Dr. Natalie Marks for this VetScoop podcast to talk about what we need to do when we bring a new pet into our home.

All About Cats

September 29, 2021 02:00 - 15 minutes - 10.9 MB

On this VetScoop podcast we're talking all about cats!  Do we need to protect our indoor cats from parasites?  How do we help them scratch in all the right places?  Should we let them go outside?  Should we be worried about hairballs?  What do we have to watch for as our cats get older?  VetScoop hosts Dr. Natalie Marks and Dr. Evan Antin have tips to share on all of these topics and many more as we focus on our feline family members.

The Importance of Oral Care for Our Pets

September 21, 2021 15:00 - 15 minutes - 10.9 MB

In our latest VetScoop podcast, our host Dr. Natalie Marks is joined by Dr. Kwane Stewart.  Dr. Stewart is known as The Street Vet for his help with the pets of the homeless in Southern California, but today he is having a cup of coffee with us as we talk about the importance of keeping a watch on our pets' oral health.  While Dr. Kwane acknowledges he is not good about brushing his dog's teeth each day, he says we all can find ways to do something to help.  He and Dr. Marks talk about what ...

Dog Bite Prevention Week with the AVMA

April 13, 2021 17:00 - 15 minutes - 10.8 MB

In our latest Top Vets Talk Pets podcast, we celebrate national Dog Bite Prevention Week with the American Veterinary Medical Association.  Our host, Dr. Natalie Marks, chats with Dr. Doug Kratt, President of the AVMA.  They cover all the important aspects of making sure that we help prevent putting our dogs, ourselves, and especially our families with young kids in a situation that could result in a dog bite.

Preventive Care for Pets

March 30, 2021 21:00 - 16 minutes - 11.3 MB

This week's Top Vets Talk Pets podcast covers all things preventive care so we can keep our pets healthy instead of just waiting for something to go wrong.  Whether it's aging, joint disease, arthritis, or nutrition there are so many ways wellness visits can help our pets live longer, healthier lives.  Listen in as Dr. Julie Reck joins our host Dr. Natalie Marks to cover our pets from noise to tail.

Preparing to Adopt a Pet

March 25, 2021 18:00 - 15 minutes - 10.9 MB

Dr.  Kwane Stewart is best known for his work as "The Street Vet," helping the care for the pets of the homeless on the streets of Los Angeles.    This week he joins our host, Dr. Natalie Marks, to talk about the importance of adoption and what we should be doing to prepare so we adopt the best pet for our family.

The Importance of Proper Nutrition

March 09, 2021 02:00 - 16 minutes - 11.4 MB

Our latest Top Vets Top Pets podcast has our founder Dr.  Marty Becker joined by boarded nutritionist Dr. Lindsey Bullen.    They talk about the importance of nutrition in all aspects of our pets' lives,  how different breeds can have different nutritional needs, and why getting good information about nutrition can be so important.

Obesity and Our Pets

March 04, 2021 18:00 - 17 minutes - 12.1 MB

On this week's podcast we're speaking with Top Vets Talk Pets host Dr. Evan Antin about keeping our pets at a healthy weight.  Dr. Antin talks about all of the health issues that can face our pets as they get older if they are overweight, as well as the distressing popularity of overweight cats on social media.  And of course, Dr. Antin has great tips for helping us find ways to feed our pets more appropriately and make sure they are getting the right amount of exercise.

Celebrating Black History Month by Looking to The Future of Veterinary Medicine

February 23, 2021 00:00 - 15 minutes - 10.9 MB

For this Top Vets Talk Pets Podcast celebrating Black History Month, we are excited to welcome in correspondent Dr. Tierra Price.  Dr. Price is a recent graduate of the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine and the founder of Black DVM Network, an organization dedicated to helping all veterinary professionals achieve success.  Through the network Black veterinarians have a place to connect and grow to better serve their clients.  Find out more at blackdvmnetwork.com

You Are a True Hero When You Adopt a Pet

February 15, 2021 18:00 - 15 minutes - 10.9 MB

Our Top Vets Talk Pets podcast this week is all about the joys of adoption.  Dr. Natalie Marks speaks with Dr. Kwane Stewart, who is known as 'The Street Vet' for his work with homeless people and their pets.  Dr.  Stewart reveals his evaluation process for finding the right pet for your family as well as how to set yourself up for success once that pet joins your home.

Welcome to Top Vets Talk Pets

December 05, 2020 18:00 - 18 minutes - 12.7 MB

Welcome to our inaugural episode of the Top Vets Talk Pets podcast.  Our co-founders, Dr. Marty Becker and Dr. Natalie Marks, talk about the foundation of this new venture.  We are dedicated to helping you, the pet parent of today,  get the best possible information about the health of your pets from a team of diverse, incredibly talented veterinarians from around the country and to remind you that your veterinarian is always the best source of information about your pet.  Remember, healthy ...