News: No news! Main Topic: Mark’s tips concerning dog bite wounds in exotics. VetGurus Merchandise – VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items. All purchases help support our podcast , helping pay for our production costs. So the bonus for you is that you get some great merchandise and you fe…

News Ants recognize infected wounds and treat them with antibiotics Queensland wildlife officers investigate after crocodile leaps into fisherman’s boat Main Topic: Mark’s 5 top tips about sulphur crested cockatoos Struggling to deal with Sulphur Crested Cockatoos? Worry no more (or maybe continue to worry!): Mark goes over his 5 top tips for deali…

News This Aussie rat dies by sex. Now we know it’s a cannibal, too Main Topic: Reptile-associated Salmonellosis Reptile-associated salmonellosis is a bacterial infection caused by Salmonella bacteria that are acquired through contact with reptiles. Let’s get stuck into this topic! VetGurus Merchandise – VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout th…

News: This fish doesn’t just see with its eyes — it also sees with its skin Main Topic: Neoplasms in Birds This week it’s journal club, where we dive into a paper published in BioOne: Survey of the Clinical, Cytological, and Histopathological Features Associated with Neoplasms in Captive Avian Species in Melbourne, Australia VetGurus Shop Checkout …

News No news this week Main Topic: Bird Eye removal We cover a challenging topic this – removal of eyes from birds. Why? How? Tips and Tricks VetGurus Merchandise – VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items. All purchases help support our podcast , helping pay for our production costs. So the…

News: ACIPC – Aust college for infection prevention and control Glimmer of hope for mountain chicken frog which was once a national dish Main Topic: Australian Veterinary Association Annual Conference The AVA annual conference was held last week in Melbourne. Brendan talks about his attendance and involvement with the conference. We also discuss so…

News: Avian Influenza update In Australia Saving Golden-shouldered parrots Main Topic: Oedema/coelomic effusion in freshwater turtles It’s time to talk about puffy turtles. What causes oedema or coelomic effusion in chelonians, how do we treat it and what causes it? Listen in to find the answers! VetGurus Merchandise – VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus …

News: This cyborg cockroach could be the future of earthquake search and rescue Threatened species have declined 2% a year since 2000. Nature positive? Far from it. Main Topic: Diabetes in Birds We dig deep into avian diabetes this week. Strap in and hang on! VetGurus Merchandise – VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of qu…

News: Native bats should be celebrated like other Australian wildlife Australia’s back yard chicken owners urged to implement biosecurity measures in case of bird flu outbreak Main Topic: Lead poisoning in Birds Mark provides his top 5 tips about lead poisoning in birds. VetGurus Merchandise – VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus…

News: Isolation of aerobic bacteria from abscesses and wounds in rabbits and antibiotic susceptibility testing of Staphylococcus spp. and Pseudomonas spp. isolates. Main Topic: Mouth issues in freshwater turtles Mouth issues are commonly seen in pet freshwater turtles. We discuss why this occurs and how to treat and prevent. Do you see mouth issues…

News:‘Massive surveillance failure’: Fire ant infestation sparks fear of undetected spreadDeaths of 120 Amazon dolphins linked to severe drought, high temperaturesMain Topic: Shedding in ReptilesWe cover the broad topic of skin shedding in reptiles this week. What is a normal shed and what causes abnormal shedding (dysecdysis)? Listen on! Note that…

News:Australian shepherds are soaring in popularity – but are they doggone Aussies?Main Topic: TravelBrendan discusses his recent trip to Shanghai, China and teaching exotics pet medicine and surgery.VetGurus Merchandise - VetGurus Etsy StoreVetGurus ShopCheckout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items.All purchases help support our…

NewsHumans exploit about one- third of wild vertebrate speciesHow did snakes lose their limbs? Mass genome effort provides cluesMain Topic: Pelvic limb fractures in BirdsWe zone in on a specific injury group seen in birds - pelvic limb fractures. VetGurus Merchandise - VetGurus Etsy StoreVetGurus ShopCheckout the VetGurus range of quirky, distincti…

News:A new book explores the transformative power of bird-watchingSnake venom toxins can be neutralized by a new synthetic antibodyMain Topic:Green Tree PythonsWe cover 5 - or more - conditions seen in captive Green Tree Pythons (Morelia viridis).VetGurus Merchandise - VetGurus Etsy StoreVetGurus ShopCheckout the VetGurus range of quirky, distincti…

News: no news.Main Topic: Feeding CockatielsWe focus on feeding pet Cockatiels... what do we know, and what don't we know (you'd be surprised).VetGurus Merchandise - VetGurus Etsy StoreVetGurus ShopCheckout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items.All purchases help support our podcast , helping pay for our production costs. So the b…

NewsGenetic mutation in a quarter of all Labradors hard-wires them for obesityThis is the first egg-laying amphibian found to feed its babies ‘milk’Main Topic: Illegal exotic petsMark and Brendan discuss dealing with illegal exotic pets.VetGurus Merchandise - VetGurus Etsy StoreVetGurus ShopCheckout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded…

NewsA new species of Anaconda - or notWildlife selfiesMain Topic: Avian Splint and bandage managementHaving trouble managing a splint or bandage on a bird? Mark provides 5 tips to limit the bird chewing these support products off.VetGurus Merchandise - VetGurus Etsy StoreVetGurus ShopCheckout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items.…

NewsIn a Jedi-like feat, rats can move a digital object using just their brainMain Topic: Publishing ScienceHave you thought of publishing a clinical paper? This week we discuss the process involved in preparing a paper for publication, from design to writing.VetGurus Merchandise - VetGurus Etsy StoreVetGurus ShopCheckout the VetGurus range of quir…

NewsOnce-‘extinct’ lizard stalls development of 310,000 homesBrendan reviews the movie Poor Things. He gives it a high 9 out of 10.Main Topic: The Veterinary Profession 100+ yearsIt's time to reflect - and predict. This week we reflect on the 100 years of the veterinary profession in New South Wales (Australia) and look forward to the next 100+ yea…

News'One of the holy grails of shark science' - 1st ever footage of baby great white shark moments after birthMain Topic: Chronic eye issues in lizardsLizards with chronic eye discharge can be both a challenge and a frustration to deal with. This week we cover the possible causes of this syndrome, and provide tip for workup and control. An excellen…

NewsWe answer an email question from subscriber Nick.Main Topic: Avian OrthopaedicsWe provide an overview of avian orthopaedics this week: What is different and what is the same compared to other species?VetGurus Merchandise - VetGurus Etsy StoreVetGurus ShopCheckout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items.All purchases help support…

NewsWhen it comes to a dog’s lifespan, it could be all in the noseMain Topic: Reptile Welfare/Environmental enrichmentWe have a duty to provide the best care possible for our reptile pets. This includes providing for their social requirements and behavioural welfare. This week we discuss these, often neglected, aspects of reptile husbandry. See thi…

News19-million-year-old fossil jaw bone hints the biggest whales first evolved somewhere unexpectedMain Topic: Pharyngostomy/OesophagostomyMark and Brendan outline the value and procedure of inserting and using oesophagostomy/pharyngostomy tubes in reptiles and birds.VetGurus Merchandise - VetGurus Etsy StoreVetGurus ShopCheckout the VetGurus range…

NewsThe aggressive, noisy environmental menace taking over MelbourneAI and robotics being used to revive coral reefsMain Topic: Cavian LymphomaWe discuss Guinea Pig Lymphoma - unfortunately the prognosis is grave. Diagnosis and palliative care options are also discussed.VetGurus Merchandise - VetGurus Etsy StoreVetGurus ShopCheckout the VetGurus ra…

NewsIt's movie time: Brendan and Mark review Oppenheimer.Main Topic: Avian InfluenzaWe discuss the complex aspects and dangerous nature of avian influenza this week. VetGurus Merchandise - VetGurus Etsy StoreVetGurus ShopCheckout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items.All purchases help support our podcast , helping pay for our pro…

NewsIt's another email discussion this week: listener Travis prompts a discussion of V-gels in rabbits (and cats!). Main Topic: 5 FreedomsMany vets will be aware of the '5 Freedoms' of animal welfare. This week we discuss how these can be applied to unusual and exotic pet care.VetGurus Merchandise - VetGurus Etsy StoreVetGurus ShopCheckout the VetG…

NewsWe cover a subscriber query this week - and try to answer some insightful questions from listener Nick.Main Topic: Hypothyroidism in BirdsWe discuss the challenge of diagnosing and treating hypothyroidism in birds this week.VetGurus Merchandise - VetGurus Etsy StoreVetGurus ShopCheckout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items.Al…

NewsThese nesting penguins nod off over 10,000 times a day, for seconds at a timeReindeer can sleep while they chewReviewBrendan and Mark review: Barbie the movie. Listen in to find out their opinions.Main Topic: Piggy PlugsIt's blocked piggies this week. We did cover this topic way back in March 2019 (Ep. 74: Piggy Pee) so it's time for a revisit …

Main Topic: Happy Holidays!Brendan and Mark reminisce, debate, laugh and vent in their annual holiday special. Look back over 2023 and forward to the future!VetGurus Merchandise - VetGurus Etsy StoreVetGurus ShopCheckout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items.All purchases help support our podcast , helping pay for our production c…

NewsSecond batch of endangered southern corroboree frogs released in Kosciuszko National Park since Australian Black Summer fires.Main Topic: Complaints in Veterinary ClinicsComplaints are one of the biggest potential compromises to positivity in the veterinary profession and contribute to people leaving the profession. This week Mark outlines some…

NewsUsing microchip-reading antennas to passively monitor a mammal reintroduction in south-west QueenslandHairdressing crabs, vicious wasps and gruesome plants among 600 new speciesStory Dogs reading program provides positive, calm influence on children learning to readUniversity of Queensland study sheds light on geographic patterns in koala disea…

News: no news this weekReview: The Vet at Noah's ArkWe review the book by famous reptile veterinarian Dr Doug Mader. Main Topic: Top Ten Gifts for VeterinariansIt's the season to be jolly.. and giving. We have our list - have you been naughty or nice? We provide the VetGurus Top Ten Gifts for the holiday season. What's yours?VetGurus ShopCheckout t…

Main Topic: UPAV 2023 ConferenceBrendan and Mark dissect the annual Unusual Pet and Avian Veterinarians Conference, which was held in Sydney, Australia this year. We cover some highlights of the excellent program and speakers.VetGurus Merchandise - VetGurus Etsy StoreVetGurus ShopCheckout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items.All …

NewsNo news this week as both Brendan and Mark are on the road and recording face-to-face.Main Topic: Dystocia in snakes - surgical optionsNeed to open up a dystocic snake? We're here to help!This week we cover the approach to surgery for removing eggs from dystocic snakes. We start with the first incision and finish with skin closure... and cover …

NewsDeath adder-tracking scientists investigate impact of backyard snake relocationBrainless Brilliance: Jellyfish Stun Scientists With Learning SkillsMain Topic: TravelBrendan details his recent holiday and we chat about the value of travel from a veterinary perspective.VetGurus Merchandise - VetGurus Etsy StoreVetGurus ShopCheckout the VetGurus r…

Main Topic: Intubation of Unusual ands Exotic petsIt's time to talk about a subject that strikes fear into many new, and not so new, veterinarians: Intubation of unusual and exotic pets. Brendan and Mark swallow their pride (see what we did there?) and openly talk about their experiences and techniques for intubation in exotics.VetGurus Merchandise…

NewsThey’re on our coat of arms but extinct in Tasmania. Rewilding with emus will be good for the island state’s ecosystemsThe end of soccer roos? US state moves to ban the sale of kangaroo partsMain Topic: Coracoid Fractures in BirdsCoracoid fractures in birds, especially raptors, is a controversial topic. There are several thoughts on the best tr…

News:Wild Asian Elephants Display Unique Puzzle Solving SkillsStingless bees as effective managed pollinators for Australian horticultureMain Topic: The use (and effectiveness) of silymarin in exotic pets is discussed this week. What is it? Where do we get it from? What is it used for? Does it work? Listen in to hear Mark and Brendan discuss their …

Main Topic: Eosinophilic gastroenteritis in ferretsWe cover a fascinating, little seen, disease of ferrets this week: eosinophilic gastroenteritis. Brendan penned a paper on this topic way back in 2006: we cover the paper and discuss our updates/thoughts on this condition.VetGurus Merchandise - VetGurus Etsy StoreVetGurus ShopCheckout the VetGurus …

NewsVirtual fences can benefit both ranchers and wildlifeMain Topic: Rabbit ear healthThis week we discuss a UK paper about ear health and quality of life in pet rabbits of differing ear conformations.See: Ear health and quality of life in pet rabbits of differing ear conformations: A UK surveyVetGurus Merchandise - VetGurus Etsy StoreVetGurus Shop…

NewsEmperor penguins lost thousands of chicks to melting ice last yearWildlife sniffer dogs teach platypus experts new tricksMain Topic: Frog CareWe provide an overview of care of pet frogs this week. A lot to cover, so lets get going...VetGurus Merchandise - VetGurus Etsy StoreVetGurus ShopCheckout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded…

NewsIg Nobel prizes 2023230K birds die annually by smashing into NYC windows. A new bill aims to save them.Main Topic: Nasolacrimal duct issues in Rabbits It's part 2 of our deep dive into rabbit nasolacrimal duct issues this week.VetGurus Merchandise - VetGurus Etsy StoreVetGurus ShopCheckout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items…

NewsIn a ‘perfect comeback,’ some birds use antibird spikes to build their nestsOcean Photographer of the year 2023 finalistsMain Topic: Nasolacrimal duct issues in RabbitsWe covered nasolacrimal duct flushing in Rabbits back in April 2022. This week we review NLD flushing and dig a bit deeper into the issues seen with nasolacrimal ducts this week …

NewsRats bop to the beat of music including Lady Gaga and Queen like humans, study saysBonobos feel the beatMain Topic: Veterinary TelemedicineThe future is here... or not? Veterinary Telemedicine has become prominent in the last few years, especially since the COVID pandemic. We discuss the pros and cons of teleconsulting.VetGurus Merchandise - Ve…

NewsHuman Neural Larva Migrans Caused by Ophidascaris robertsi AscaridDogs prefer ‘baby-talk’ to adult speech, study showsMain Topic: Ectoparasites of pet birdsWe summarise ectoparasites seen in pet birds. What scratches your itch?VetGurus Merchandise - VetGurus Etsy StoreVetGurus ShopCheckout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items…

NewsToo much sex is killing quolls, and now we know whyNew venomous snake found in AustraliaMain Topic: Dental disease in SnakesIt's the end of dental month here in Australia so what better time to discuss dental disease in snakes! We start with a fascinating overview of snake dentition then chomp down on snake dental disease.See this link for deta…

NewsScientists name snake species after Harrison FordResearch to study artificial intelligence use in cow diagnosisMain Topic: Amphibian AnaesthesiaIt's sleep time this week with a discussion of anaesthesia in amphibians. Get your bath ready and listen in!VetGurus Merchandise - VetGurus Etsy StoreVetGurus ShopCheckout the VetGurus range of quirky, …

NewsWhat's your favourite Aussie animal sound? Our poll is down to the top 10 and we want your voteImpact of methods and duration of surgical hand scrub on bacterial count: A randomized controlled trialThese ants build tall nest hills to help show the way homeMain Topic: Pneumonia in RabbitsLower respiratory disease - specifically pneumonia - in ra…

NewsNewfound bat skeletons are the oldest on recordCan’t beat them? Eat them: the fight against the US wild boar plagueMain Topic: Eye conditions in Guinea PigsA common cause of eye issues in pet guinea pigs is a foreign body, such as a grass seed. There are, however, other eye conditions seen in GP's that ned to be on your radar. This week we disc…

NewsHow studying faeces may help us boost white rhino populationsScientists thought snakes didn’t have clitorises. They were wrongMain Topic: Respiratory Diseases in pet birds Part 2It's part 2 our of discussion of respiratory diseases in birds.VetGurus Merchandise - VetGurus Etsy StoreVetGurus ShopCheckout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive…