Tails from a Vet Tech is a podcast dedicated to highlighting, educating, and advocating for veterinary, shelter, and behavior animal professionals. Our mission is to provide education, information, and dialogue that will create a supportive environment that empowers animal professionals to take care of themselves and the animals they work with. Tabitha and her amazing guests share reflections and experiences from their lives in shelter and vet med. We will have thought-provoking conversation ...
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Nutrition 101 featuring Robin Saar RVT, VTS (Nutrition)
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In this episode, we chat with Robin Sarr, a Veterinary Technician Specialist (VTS) in nutrition. Robin shares evidence-based insights on pet nutrition, debunks myths, and discusses common issues. Educational Resources: WSAVA Nutrition Guidelines and Toolkit Pet Nutrition Alliance Association for Pet Obesity Prevention Royal Canin Veterinary Case Co…
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Behavior is Medicine: The Connection Between Pain and Behavior - Part II featuring Dr. Linda Randall (DVM, KPA-CTP Tag Teach Level 3)
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Join Tabitha and Dr. Linda Randall for part two of a two-part series, as they delve into the complex relationship between behavior and pain in animals. They highlight the importance of addressing both behavioral and medical aspects of animal care. This episode emphasizes the value of reinforcing client efforts, building trust, and the crucial role …
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Behavior is Medicine: The Connection Between Pain and Behavior - Part I featuring Dr. Linda Randall (DVM, KPA-CTP Tag Teach Level 3)
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Join Tabitha and Dr. Linda Randall in the first part of a two-part series exploring the complex relationship between behavior and pain in animals. They delve into trigger stacking and its impact on behavior, stress the importance of understanding pain's complexity, advocate for observing behavioral changes, discuss collaborative pain management app…
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Kitten Kindergarten featuring Juliette Nash
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Join us in this episode as Tabitha interviews Juliette Nash, the Community Animal Training Manager at the San Diego Humane Society, to explore the crucial topic of kitten socialization. Learn about the significance of the socialization period, the effects of positive and negative social experiences, and how programs like Kitten Kindergarten teach k…
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Tabitha shares a quick update on the show and our new release schedule. New Episode coming June 17, 2024!!! Support Tabitha's work via social media: TikTok: @behaviorvettech Facebook and Instagram Support the podcast via social media: X: https://twitter.com/TailsFromRVT FB: https://www.facebook.com/TailsFromAVetTechPodcast IG: https://www.instagram…
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Shelter Strategies for Success featuring Cameron Moore
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In this episode, we delve into shelter operations with Cameron Moore, a consultant at Maddie's® Shelter Strategy and Operations. Cameron shares practical recommendations that have positively impacted shelters without requiring any extra resources. She discusses overcoming barriers involving the public and offers advice for post-pandemic challenges …
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Paws & Pixels: Unleashing Digital Strategies featuring Mychelle Garrigan
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Join us as we uncover the secrets to expanding your online influence, whether you're a behavior professional, veterinary hospital, or animal shelter. In this episode, we're joined by Mychelle Garrigan, founder of Firelink Digital Marketing, who shares expert insights and strategies to elevate your online presence. From effective website design to e…
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Implementing Fear-Free: Tips & Insights featuring Jessica Benoit (RVT, CPDT, KPA CTP, Fear-Free Certified Trainer)
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In this episode, we delve into the complexities of implementing positive changes, particularly focusing on fear-free practices within veterinary hospitals and animal shelters. Tabitha, who has facilitated Fear Free implementations in numerous practices and shelters, and Jessica, a co-owner of a Fear Free certified practice, join forces to share inv…
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Compassionate Veterinary Care: Navigating Pet End-of-Life Journey featuring Dr. Amy Adoryan and Dr. Nicole Santabarbara
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Join us for an insightful conversation with Dr. Amy and Dr. Nicole from Lap of Love, as they share their career journey and passion for veterinary hospice and in-home euthanasia. Delving into topics such as effective communication, collaboration with veterinary professionals, challenges faced, and staying updated on advancements, they offer invalua…
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Purrplexed: Decoding FIP Part 2 featuring Dr. Sarah Jones DVM
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Don’t miss out on Part 2 of our series on Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP) with Dr. Sarah Jones. In this episode, we explore symptoms that signal when treatment adjustments or veterinary help may be needed. Caregivers will gain valuable insights into monitoring their cat’s progress during FIP treatment. Administering FIP treatment can be stressf…
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Purrplexed: Decoding FIP featuring Dr. Sarah Jones DVM
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In this episode, Tabitha engages in an enlightening conversation with Dr. Sarah Jones about Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP). Together, they explore the fundamentals of this disease, shedding light on its impact and manifestation in our feline companions. The discussion deepens into early detection signs, diagnostic challenges, and treatment opt…
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Paws and Reflect: The Journey of a Veterinary Influencer featuring Sarah Parsons
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In this podcast episode, Sarah Parsons, a Licensed Veterinary Technician and Social Media Influencer (@watreallyhappensatthevet) takes listeners on a journey into the world of veterinary medicine through her unique perspective. Join the conversation as she discusses the motivations behind sharing vet experiences on social media and explores the imp…
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Scent-sational: Nosework for Cats and Dogs featuring Hanna Fushihara
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Join us for the start of Season 3! This week we dive into the fascinating world of nosework, exploring its benefits for animals and how it can be a game-changer in enhancing their well-being. Our guest, Hanna Fushihara shares their career journey and the discovery of their passion for nosework. Learn what nosework is and discover the benefits and e…
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Navigating Team Dynamics & Pediatric Care featuring Kelly Foltz RVT & VTS (ECC)
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In this episode, Tabitha engages in a crucial conversation with RVT and VTS (ECC) Kelly Foltz. Together, they delve into the sensitive yet vital topic of addressing medical errors within veterinary teams. The discussion highlights the significance of debriefing and fostering a psychologically safe environment for effective learning and improvement.…
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Paws & Practice: Practical Behavior Tips featuring Dr. Amy Learn VMD, DACVB, IAABC-CABC
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Join Tabitha in a captivating conversation with Veterinary Behaviorist Dr. Amy Learn as they delve into Amy's personal journey in the field of animal behavior. In this episode, they explore five invaluable tips for veterinary professionals dealing with behavior cases in general practice. Together, they debunk common behavior myths and provide pract…
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Unlocking the Full Potential of Veterinary Technicians featuring Jenny Cassibry Fisher, RVT, VTS (Oncology)
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In this episode, we celebrate Vet Tech Week with Jenny Fisher, a Registered Veterinary Technician and Veterinary Technician Specialist in Oncology. Jenny sheds light on the crucial role veterinary technicians play within clinics and hospitals, emphasizing the importance of utilizing their expertise to the fullest. She discusses the impact of underu…
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Separation Anxiety Unleashed featuring Malena DeMartini-Price
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In this episode, we dive deep into the world of separation anxiety in dogs (and even touch on cats) with renowned expert Malena DeMartini-Price, author of the books "Treating Separation Anxiety in Dogs" and "Separation Anxiety in Dogs – Next-Generation Treatment Protocols and Practices." Malena shares her incredible journey to becoming a leading au…
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Unveiling Animal Pain: A Team Effort
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In honor of Animal Pain Awareness Month, join host, RVT, VTS (behavior), certified cat behavior consultant, and Karen Pryor Academy Certified Training Partner, Tabitha Kucera, as she explores the often unnoticed world of pain in our animal companions. Pain is a vital sign that deserves our attention, just like temperature, pulse, and respiration. W…
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Exploring Vet Tech Advancement featuring Stephen Niño Cital (RVT, SRA, RLAT, CVPP, VTS- LAM (Res. Anesthesia)
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In this episode, Tabitha is joined by Stephen Niño Cital, an advocate for veterinary technicians and an expert in the field. We delve into the recent legislative developments concerning the scope of practice for veterinary technicians. With Stephen's extensive credentials (RVT, SRA, RLAT, CVPP, VTS- LAM Res. Anesthesia), they break down the details…
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Unconventional Paths and Saving Lives: A Journey into Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care featuring Heather Ann Scott RVT, LVT, VTS-ECC
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Join Tabitha in this week's episode as she sits down with Heather Ann Scott, a certified BLS/ALS RECOVER CPR instructor, Fear Free certified RVT, and VTS (ECC). Heather takes us on a fascinating journey of how she discovered and pursued her true passion in emergency and critical care. In this candid and insightful conversation, Heather shares her r…
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Creating Positive Change: Identify gaps and use your skills to help featuring Miranda Hitchcock (MS Applied Animal Behavior, CDBC, CBCC-KA, CPDT-KA, Fear Free Certified)
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This week, Tabitha talks to Miranda Hitchcock about how she created the change she wanted to see in the world. Miranda began volunteering at animal shelters when she was younger and she was inspired to change her career path and work in animal welfare focusing on behavior for years. In that time, she approached and saw many challenges that the peop…
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'Mental Health Matters' When Caring Hurts: Compassion Fatigue & Burnout featuring Dr. Meghan Breedlove
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CW: Suicide, Depression, Compassion Fatigue. Compassion fatigue and burnout are very common in the veterinary, training, and shelter industry among many others. We need to advocate and care for ourselves the same way we do for the animals we work with. YOU MATTER! We all need to take care of each other, compassion fatigue and burnout are difficult …
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Banishing Stress & Fear in Cats from Tabitha's appearence on 'The Community Cats' Podcast featuring Stacy LeBaron
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This episode is a collab with fellow podcaster, Stacy LeBaron of the Community Cats Podcast. On CCP, Stacy follows up with Tabitha Kucera, a registered vet tech, certified cat behavior training consultant, and former guest of the show (CCP Episode 319) Stacy and Tabitha discuss numerous cat health and behavioral issues. She provides tips on identif…
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Social Media Branding & Strategy featuring Tiffany Chen
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In this week's episode, Tabitha chats with Tiffany Chen, a social media and content marketing expert who founded Pawsistant. Tiffany talks about her decision to leave her flight attendant job and start her own business that focuses on helping dog professionals grow their businesses. During our conversation, we delve into how we manage the stress of…
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Removing Barriers to Adoption: Advocacy for both Humans & Animals featuring Dot Baisly
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This week, Tabitha is joined by CDBC, CCBC, CSB, CPDT-KA Dot Baisly. Dot and I discuss why and how to approach adoptions with a conversation-based approach. This approach advocates for both the animal and the human. Using this approach helps to reduce the length of stay for the animals in our care, engages match making, can be used to place behavio…
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Not "Just a Vet Tech" a Jack of all Trades featuring Kelly Cronin (MBA, BS, CVT, PHR, VTS ECC, VSPN Moderator)
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This week, Tabitha is joined by jack of all trades, veterinary technician Kelly Cronin. Kelly shares her career path which includes writing a book, obtaining an MBA, and starting a CE on the sea cruise. She shares practical tips that have helped her along the way including finding her passion and leaning into her niche, resume review, professional …
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'Mental Health Matters' Grieving Room featuring Dr. Meghan Breedlove.
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Content Warning: This episode does include a discussion of mental illness, depression, self harm, and suicide. Disclaimer: Discussions about mental health are personal and unique. In this podcast, Meghan is not acting as a therapist or providing therapy in any capacity. This podcast covers broad discussions of topics related to mental health and is…
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Teamwork makes the dream work featuring Aaron Davis
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Teambuilding is crucial to a successful veterinary practice. Each member of the veterinary healthcare team plays an important role that is critical to the overall success of the team and, subsequently, to the overall wellness of the patient and the success of the hospital. The difference between an engaged workplace and a dysfunctional one is teamw…
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The Fear Free Movement and Why It Matters featuring Marissa Martino (CDBC)
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This episode is a collab with fellow podcaster, Marissa Martino of the Paws & Reward Podcast. I was grateful to chat with Marissa about the Fear Free movement, and the benefits and importance of assessing and scoring body language. We discuss why keeping data about our animals and the animal’s we work with emotional experience is important for thei…
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Cannabis in Veterinary Medicine featuring Stephen Niño Cital (RVT, SRA, RLAT, CVPP, VTS- LAM (Res. Anesthesia)
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In this episode, I chat with Stephen NiÑO Cital (RVT, SRA, RLAT, CVPP, VTS-LAM) and lead editor for Cannabis Therapy in Veterinary Medicine: A Complete Guide. Stephen is an expert in the field of veterinary cannabinoid usage and in this episode, we go over product differences, legal implications, as well as the basics of what you need to know about…
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You Don't Lose Cool Points for Compassion featuring Sterling 'Trapkin' Davis
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On this week's episode, Tabitha talks to “The Trap King”, Sterling Davis, about, how randomly volunteering at a shelter to kill some time while he was on tour resulted into him leaving his rap career to follow his new passion of TNR (Trap-Neuter-Return) and cats. We talk about what led him to starting his own non-profit, Trapking Humane Cat Solutio…
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Humane Education featuring Emily Tronetti (MS, CTC, CPDT-KA, UW-AAB)
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Humane Education is a field of study and teaching approach that connects human rights, animal protection, and environmental sustainability with the goal of preparing people to be compassionate, dedicated solutionaries, able to identify unjust, inhumane, and unsustainable systems and create solutions that enable people, animals, and nature to thrive…
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Progressive Animal Sheltering: Animals and Individuals First featuring Melissa Taylor (CBCC-KA, CSB-C)
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This week, Tabitha is joined by the Behavior and Training Manager at Friends For Life Animal Shelter, Melissa Taylor. Melissa and I discuss the division between animal care and medical staff often seen in shelters, the importance of volunteers and community, and how our past experiences have helped us grow. She shares her wisdom of how her shelter …
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Being Yourself featuring Mikkel Becker (CBCC-KA, CDBC, KPA CTP, CPDT-KA)
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**Trigger warning**: This episode may contain subject matter that some listeners might find distrurbing. There is brief discussion of suicide and spousal abuse. Listener disgression is advised. https://988lifeline.org/ This week, Mikkel Becker joins Tabitha. She begins by sharing one of the most interesting stories I have heard of what led her to l…
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Practice management 101 featuring Theresa Cosper-Roberts RVT, CVBL
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This week, Tabitha is joined by RVT, practice manager, and business leader, Theresa Cooper-Roberts. Theresa shares how she found and followed her passion for education and practice management. She shares her wisdom from years of working as a Surgical Training Center Manager at a respected school of veterinary medicine including how you can support …
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Behavior Nerds Unite: Bringing Behavior into Your Vet Practice featuring Kristen Klebba RVT, VTS (behavior), KPA-CTP & Jessica Benoit RVT, VTS (behavior), KPA-CTP, CPDT-KA
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Behavior Nerds Unite! If you are interested in learning more about behavior and/or upping your behavior game, this is an episode you can’t miss! This week we welcome VTS’s in behavior Jessica Benoit and Kristen Klebba to discuss bringing behavior services into your vet practice. We discuss benefits and examples of behavior services while sharing ex…
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'Mental Health Matters' Finding the right therapy fit for YOU featuring Dr. Meghan Breedlove.
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Content Warning: This episode does include a discussion of mental illness, depression, and suicide. Disclaimer: Discussions about mental health are personal and unique. In this podcast, Meghan is not acting as a therapist or providing therapy in any capacity. This podcast covers broad discussions of topics related to mental health and is not intend…
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Bringing Behavior Services to Your Shelter Featuring Amanda Kowalski M.S., CPDT-KA, CAWA
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A comprehensive behavior program, along with quality animal care standards, can increase adoptions and profoundly impact the well-being of the animals at your shelter and the humans caring for them. This week we welcome Amanda Kowalski, the vice president of behavior programs for the San Diego Humane Society, to discuss addressing the mental health…
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Tis' Always The Season for Giving featuring Crystal Vaquera
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This week we talk with Crystal Vaquera about her career with the Viticus Group who offer some really wonderful Veterniary Symposiums. In addition we spend some time discussing her work with the newly non-profit Veterinary Giving Tree. Tune in to hear all about the work they do and how you can get involved in a charity that is near and dear to Tails…
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Vet Tech Week featuring Liz Hughston MEd., RVT, CVT, LVT, LVMT, VTS (SAIM)(ECC) and Tasha McNerney (BS, CVT, VTS)
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Join us as we celebrate Vet Tech Week with two of our favorites, Liz Hughston and Tasha McNerney! Liz Hughston, MEd., RVT, CVT, LVT, LVMT, VTS (SAIM)(ECC) Liz practices as a relief veterinary technician, trainer, and consultant in the San Francisco Bay Area. Since her graduation from Foothill College’s Veterinary Technology program in 2006, Liz wen…
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Veterinary Forensics and more featuring Dr. Michelle Gonzalez
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**Trigger warning**: This episode may contain subject matter that some listeners might find distrurbing. There is brief discussion of animal abuse, child abuse, and sexual violence while on the topic of veterniary forensics. Listener disgression is advised. This week, Tabitha talks to Dr. Michelle Gonzalez about her career path which led her to ope…
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Cat-Vocation: Advocating for Cats featuring Ellen Carozza
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On today’s episode, Tabitha talks to “The Cat LVT”, Ellen Carozza, about, you guessed it, cats! We chat about our love for cats, how they are often misunderstood, how you can advocate for the cats in your care, pediatric kitten care, and more! Ellen Carozza is a Licensed Veterinary Technician since 1996 who has worked exclusively with feline patien…
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Multimodal Animal Pain Warrior (We Get Shit Done!) featuring Kirsty Oliver
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Happy Pain Awareness Month! On today’s episode, Tabitha talks to pain and rehab veterinary technician, Kirsty Oliver, about the importance of multimodal pain management, rehab, and what you can do in your practice or shelter to learn more, advocate for your patients, and be a multimodal animal pain warrior. Kirsty drops so much wisdom in this episo…
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Overcoming Insecurities At Work featuring Liz Waynick (RVT)
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We have all felt insecure at work; sometimes, these insecurities can hold us back. This week I talk to RVT Liz Waynick, about her experience with being insecure as a veterinary technician. She shares how this insecurity resulted in her working at clinics where she was set up to fail and almost leaving the veterinary field altogether. She also share…
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Low Cost Care: Shouldn't Mean Low Quality Care featuring Robin Post (RVT)
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This week, Tabitha is joined by RVT Robin Post, co-founder of Animal Fix Clinic. Animal Fix Clinic believes every animal and every family deserves the best veterinary care. They offer spay and neuter surgeries and other essential surgical care, all at sliding-scale pricing. They are also working to change the myth that low cost care means low quali…
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Ban The Box featuring Tasha McNerney (BS, CVT, VTS)
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We call it practicing veterinary medicine because we are always improving. The use of inhalant chambers has been around for a long time, and some believe that this technique is safer for the staff and the animal, however, we now know so much more about the physiological and psychological risks this technique poses to both animals and humans along w…
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Accepting Criticism: A Life Skill featuring Yona Rappaport (CPDT-KA, KPA-CTP)
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Collaboration. It's a key part of being an ethical dog trainer, veterinary, shelter, or daycare worker. One of the best ways to uphold this standard is to seek help and advice from those who have more experience and education than us. This is where receiving criticism comes in. It can be difficult and this week, I will be discussing the importance …
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Career Paths: More Opportunities Than You Think featuring Melody Martinez
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This week, I welcome Melody Martinez to discuss career paths for veterinary professionals. We talk about what being a veterinary technician has taught us and how we have used what we have learned to find and follow our passion to create opportunities and strengthen our field. We have unlimited opportunities as veterinary technicians. As Melody said…
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Upping Your Tech Game featuring Yvonne Brandenburg (RVT, VTS) and Jordan Porter RVT, LVT, VTS (SAIM)
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This week we welcome Yvonne Brandenburg and Jordan Porter to discuss upping your Vet Tech game. Navigating through such a young field can sometimes feel like a lot, all three of us share tips and tricks to keep your tech game current. Tips in regards to advocating for yourself, how to ask for a raise, right on through resume and job interview sugge…
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'Mental Health Matters' Imposter Syndrome (Phenomenon) featuring Dr. Meghan Breedlove.
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Many people experience the overwhelming feeling that they don’t deserve their success, they doubt their abilities, and may feel that overworking is the only way to meet expectations. It’s important for you to know that you are not alone in these feelings and to be kind to yourself. In this episode, I talk to Dr. Breedlove about Imposter Syndrome (I…
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