Best Ivdd Podcasts (2023)

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RCVS Knowledge - Evidence-based Veterinary Medicine

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Do passive range of motion exercises lead to quicker postsurgical recovery of canine IVDD? 1:56

12d ago1:56

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In this audio summary, Alexander Wallace asks, in canine patients recovering from surgery for intervertebral disc disease, do passive range of motion exercises, compared to no intervention, lead to a shorter or faster rate of recovery? Read the full Knowledge Summary here. Audio Summaries are a free resource that enable vets and vet nurses to more …

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PetAbility Podcast

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Exploring the world of Animal Communication with Danielle MacKinnon 55:19

1d ago55:19

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Have you ever wondered what your pet would say if they could actually talk? Listen to Danielle MacKinnon, a luminary in the realm of animal communication. With a rare and innate gift, she bridges the gap between humans and the animal kingdom, and has dedicated her life to unraveling the mysteries of interspecies communication. Her deep connection w…

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PetAbility Podcast

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Making Simple Movements into Exercise with Bobbie Lyons 57:18

15d ago57:18

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Many every day movements using every day surroundings can become exercise that can profoundly impact your dog's performance, quality of life, and longevity. Bobbie Lyons, CCFT, KPA CTP, Cert CF, describes just how easy it can be. However, we need to first observe what our dog is doing repetitively - the patterns of posture and movement that may not…

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RCVS Knowledge - Evidence-based Veterinary Medicine

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Clinical Audit Awareness Week 2023 with Pam Mosedale 13:16

28d ago13:16

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In this episode, Helen Silver-MacMahon talks to Pam Mosedale about Clinical Audit Awareness Week 2023, and how you can get involved by making a start on your own clinical audits. Read the transcript Learn more about Clinical Audit Awareness WeekBy RCVS Knowledge

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PetAbility Podcast

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Pig "Tales" from Care to Quirks! with Susan Armstrong-Magidson 1:01:28

29d ago1:01:28

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Did you know that a pet pig has the intelligence of a 3-year old child, can be easily litter-box trained, is affectionate and craves companionship, and that the pig's primary senses are smell and taste? These are merely some of the fun facts that Susan Armstrong-Magidson of Ross Mill Farm and Pig Placement Network shares with us from over 33 years …

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RCVS Knowledge - Evidence-based Veterinary Medicine

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Research Focus: The Perceptions and Differences in Medical Disputes between Veterinarians and Clients 46:03

1M ago46:03

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Sally Everitt speaks with Elly Russell and Julie Gibson about the paper 'Are They Thinking Differently? The Perceptions and Differences in Medical Disputes between Veterinarians and Clients'. Read the paper Read the podcast transcript Some further resources that are referenced in the podcast are linked below: Read the paper by Russell, E. et al (20…

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RCVS Knowledge - Evidence-based Veterinary Medicine

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VetTeamAMR: Antibiotic Amnesty with Danny Chambers 21:40

1M ago21:40

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In this VetTeamAMR podcast, Pam Mosedale speaks with Danny Chambers about the upcoming Antibiotic Amnesty. Danny touches on his experiences working in equine and small animal practice to discuss why the Antibiotic Amnesty is important, and how you can get involved. Get involved with the Antibiotic Amnesty campaign: https://knowledge.rcvs.org.uk/amr…

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PetAbility Podcast

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Pain-Driven Aggression in Dogs with Ran Courant-Morgan and Stephanie Keesey-Phelan 55:20

2M ago55:20

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When your dog exhibits signs of stress, did you know that pain could be the trigger? If pain is left untreated, the signs of stress can escalate into aggression. Many of us are not aware of these early signs and even if we are, we certainly may not attribute them to pain, but perhaps some other factor like fear or displeasure. Ran Courant-Morgan, M…

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PetAbility Podcast

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Elbow Dysplasia 101 with Dr. Marjorie McMillan 45:31

2M ago45:31

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Your young dog starts limping on his front leg; there was no injury that you know of. You bring your pup to the vet and the doctor tells you it could be elbow dysplasia. Now what? Listen to veterinary radiologist, Dr. Marjorie McMillan, DVM, ACVR, CCRP, explain what elbow dysplasia is, how it's diagnosed, and the various treatment options. This is …

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PetAbility Podcast

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Check Your Pups For Lumps & Bumps with Patty Ramirez 54:04

2M ago54:04

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Patty Ramirez is not your average pet owner. Patty took something potentially devastating and turned it into something positive. She lost her dog, Gideon, to lymphoma. Then she adopted Zeke, an anxious, deaf Boxer, who helped Patty not only learn the importance of checking her pups for lumps and bumps when she found a mast cell tumor on him, but al…

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RCVS Knowledge - Evidence-based Veterinary Medicine

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Knowledge Natter: Cat Bite Abscess Audit with White Lodge Veterinary Surgery 21:51

3M ago21:51

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Pam Mosedale speaks to 2023 Knowledge Award Antimicrobial Stewardship Champions Paul Stanley and Emily Parr from White Lodge Veterinary Surgery in Exmouth. They conducted a prospective audit to review antibiotic use in cat bite abscesses and successfully treated 86% of their patients without antibiotics without compromising patient welfare. Read th…

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PetAbility Podcast

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The Healing Purr-spective of Cat Physical Rehabilitation 46:53

3M ago46:53

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Listen to Cathy and Chris as they pounce into the world of cat physical rehabilitation. Discussing everything from recognizing when your feline friend may be in pain to rehabilitation tips and tricks to modifying your cats living environment. This episode is sure to get you purring about all the pawsitive measures you can take to ensure your cat is…

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RCVS Knowledge - Evidence-based Veterinary Medicine

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Audio Summary: Does treatment with clomipramine reduce cat psychogenic alopecia? 4:40

3M ago4:40

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In this Audio Summary, Anne-Claude asks, in cats with psychogenic alopecia, is overgrooming reduced by the use of clomipramine compared to untreated cats? Read the full Knowledge Summary here. Audio Summaries are a free resource that enable vets and vet nurses to more quickly and more easily access and digest relevant and up-to-date evidence! A tim…

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RCVS Knowledge - Evidence-based Veterinary Medicine

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Audio Summary: In dogs with atopic skin disease, is lokivetmab more effective than oclacitinib in reducing the score of a recognised scoring system? 2:43

4M ago2:43

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In this Audio Summary, Bonnie looks at whether lokivetmab is more effective than oclacitinib in reducing the Canine Atopic Dermatitis Lesion Index score (or some other recognised scoring system), in dogs with atopic skin disease. Read the full Knowledge Summary here. Audio Summaries are a free resource that enable vets and vet nurses to more quickl…

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PetAbility Podcast

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Patellar Luxation - What you "Kneed" to Know! with Dr. Karen Pastor 54:22

3M ago54:22

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Very common in toy breed dogs, but occurring ever more frequently in large breeds such as Labs, is a condition called patellar luxation, also known as a kneecap dislocation. Listen as Karen Pastor, DVM, DACVS, explains why patella luxation occurs, how it's diagnosed, and how to treat it, both surgically and conservatively. Have you ever noticed you…

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RCVS Knowledge - Evidence-based Veterinary Medicine

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Research Focus: Comparison of growth in neutered Domestic Shorthair kittens with growth in sexually-intact Cats 18:34

4M ago18:34

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Sally Everitt speaks with Alex German, Professor of Small Animal Medicine at the University of Liverpool about the implications of his research into weight gain after neutering reported in the research paper entitled 'Comparison of growth in neutered Domestic Shorthair kittens with growth in sexually-intact Cats'. Read the paper Read the podcast tr…

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RCVS Knowledge - Evidence-based Veterinary Medicine

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Audio Summary: Heatstroke and brachycephalic dogs – is there an increased risk? 3:57

4M ago3:57

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In this Audio Summary, Anna looks at whether dogs that are brachycephalic have an increased risk for developing heat-related illness compared to dogs that are not brachycephalics. Read the full Knowledge Summary here. Audio Summaries are a free resource that enables vets and vet nurses to access and digest relevant and up-to-date evidence quicker a…

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PetAbility Podcast

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That's a (Cat) Wrap! with Dr. Surell Levine 53:27

4M ago53:27

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The Calm & Cozy Cat Wrap is a game changer. It’s an extra needed set of hands if you work with cats and kittens. Invented by veterinarian, Surell Levine, VMD, CEO, to make vet visits easier for cats, this unique and effective wrap holds our feline friends in a calming hug while allowing special access points for common procedures and nail trims. It…

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RCVS Knowledge - Evidence-based Veterinary Medicine

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Audio Summary: Comparing clinical outcomes of dogs suffering from degenerative lumbosacral stenosis upon surgical or nonsurgical treatment 4:38

4M ago4:38

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In this Audio Summary, Kristy looks at whether surgical treatment is more effective than nonsurgical therapy in reducing lumbosacral pain and neurological dysfunction in dogs suffering from degenerative lumbosacral stenosis (DLSS). Read the full Knowledge Summary here. Audio Summaries are a free resource that enables vets and vet nurses to access a…

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RCVS Knowledge - Evidence-based Veterinary Medicine

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Knowledge Natter with David Charles 21:36

4M ago21:36

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In this Knowledge Natter, Lou Northway speaks with David Charles, who was named a Knowledge Champion in the 2023 RCVS Knowledge Awards. David conducted an audit across multiple UK practices to gather data on ovine lambings and caesareans, and implemented training and recommendations related to the use of analgesia, antibiotics, and adjunctive medic…

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PetAbility Podcast

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Does your Dog Drag their Foot? There are Solutions! 42:34

4M ago42:34

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Have your ever seen a dog dragging their foot? Heard them scraping their nails? Or even witnessed them actually standing or walking on the tops of their feet? Listen to Cathy and Chris talk about knuckling - what is it, why it happens, and what to do about it. This episode focuses on anti-knuckling devices - maybe something you've never considered,…

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RCVS Knowledge - Evidence-based Veterinary Medicine

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Knowledge Natter with Leanne McLeod 29:21

5M ago29:21

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In this Knowledge Natter, Lou Northway speaks Leanne McLeod from Earlswood Veterinary Hospital, who was named a Knowledge Champion in the 2023 RCVS Knowledge Awards. Leanne introduced a hypothermia audit that focused on pre-warming patients before general anaesthesia. By implementing new warming protocols, her team reduced the incidence of hypother…

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PetAbility Podcast

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Does you Pet have Emotional Trauma? The Power of Flower Essences with Diane Dewberry 54:18

5M ago54:18

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Cathy and Chris pick the brain of Diane Dewberry about flower essences and how they are used to rid our pets of emotional trauma and bring them back into balance. Safe for ALL animals, including people, learn how these gentle, yet powerful, essences may help your pets with such things as anxiety, grief, and behavioral issues. What are flower essenc…

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PetAbility Podcast

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The upTICK of Lyme Disease! with Drs. Kathryn Duncan and Laura Greene 58:43

5M ago58:43

58:43

Ticks are everywhere! Ticks carry bacteria that cause diseases, most notably Lyme Disease. Listen to our esteemed guests from Merck Animal Health, Kathryn Duncan, DVM, PhD, DACVM, an expert in parasitology, and Laura Greene, DVM, DACVIM, an expert in internal medicine, as they educate us about what we need to know. They lend their individual expert…

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RCVS Knowledge - Evidence-based Veterinary Medicine

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VetTeamAMR for companion animal teams 25:28

6M ago25:28

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Pam Mosedale speaks to VetTeamAMR Clinical Leads Angie Rayner and David Singleton about how the new initiative will provide companion animal veterinary teams with knowledge, resources and tools to make positive changes in their antimicrobial prescribing. VetTeamAMR for companion animal teams will launch at a free event on Tuesday 20 June. Sign up h…

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RCVS Knowledge - Evidence-based Veterinary Medicine

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Canine Cruciate Registry and the Minimally Clinical Important Difference 20:29

6M ago20:29

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In this podcast, Quality Improvement Clinical Lead Pam Mosedale talks to John Innes, honorary professor at Liverpool University, about new research that used data from RCVS Knowledge’s Canine Cruciate Registry (CCR) to determine its findings. The research provides estimates on the minimal clinically-important differences (MCIDs) for the two validat…

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PetAbility Podcast

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Renal Replacement Therapy with Dr. Kathy Keenan 58:42

6M ago58:42

58:42

Listen to Kathy Keenan, MS, DVM, explain yet another exciting advancement in veterinary medicine called Renal Replacement Therapy. This life-saving treatment is done for cats and dogs with many conditions including acute kidney failure, immune-mediated diseases, cancer, toxin ingestion, and drug overdoses. Renal Replacement Therapy treats the pets …

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RCVS Knowledge - Evidence-based Veterinary Medicine

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VetTeamAMR for equine vets 11:43

6M ago11:43

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Pam Mosedale speaks to VetTeamAMR Equine Clinical Lead Tim Mair about how the new initiative will provide equine veterinary teams with knowledge, resources and tools to make positive changes in their antimicrobial prescribing. Read more about VetTeamAMR Listen to the podcast transcriptBy RCVS Knowledge

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PetAbility Podcast

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Home Laser Therapy Devices: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly with Alon Landa, CEO of MedcoVet 55:06

6M ago55:06

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How do you know if a home laser therapy device is good or not? PetAbility invited Alon Landa, CEO of MedcoVet, to help us discern the good from the not-so-good light therapy devices available today. The laser (also known as light) therapy market is very competitive and navigating the marketing of a device, as well as comparing specs between devices…

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RCVS Knowledge - Evidence-based Veterinary Medicine

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Research Focus: Panleukopenia outbreak in cats 24:49

7M ago24:49

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Sally Everitt speaks with Barbara Glanemann and Karen Humm from the Royal Veterinary College about their involvement in the research into the clinical features and causes of the outbreak of cases of pancytopenia in cats that occurred in the UK in Spring 2021. Read the transcript Read the paperBy RCVS Knowledge

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PetAbility Podcast

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Muzzle Positivity! with trainer, Laura Gendron 59:55

7M ago59:55

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Just because a dog is wearing a muzzle does not mean they are a bad dog! Listen to professional dog trainer, Laura Gendron, CPDT-KA, LFDM, FFCP, dispel the stigma associated with muzzle wearing by educating us about muzzle positivity! Laura shares a plethora of reasons why muzzling is beneficial such as during medical recovery (an alternative to th…

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RCVS Knowledge - Evidence-based Veterinary Medicine

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Knowledge Natter with Eloise Collins 28:50

7M ago28:50

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In this Knowledge Natter, Lou Northway speaks to Eloise Collins, Head Veterinary Nurse at Beech House Veterinary Centre, who used checklists, auditing, benchmarking, team meetings and journal clubs to help improve patient care and outcomes and to improve practice culture. Eloise helped to create psychological safety amongst the team through her ope…

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PetAbility Podcast

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Picture Perfect with Pet Photographer, Fred Levy 48:50

7M ago48:50

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Our conversation with pet photographer, Fred Levy, uncovers the unique challenges of photographing pets. We discuss what differentiates a professional photo from those smartphone pics we snap on an almost daily basis, tips for getting the right shot with your own pet, and why everyone should consider professional pet photos at various stages of the…

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PetAbility Podcast

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Seizure Disorders with Dr. Gena Sliver 59:01

8M ago59:01

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If your dog has ever had a seizure, you should listen to this. If your dog has never had a seizure, you should listen to this. The truth is that approximately one in ten dogs will experience a seizure in their lifetime. Listen as Gena Sliver, MS, DVM, DACVIM, explains everything from the various types of seizures to what can cause a seizure to what…

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RCVS Knowledge - Evidence-based Veterinary Medicine

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Audio Summary: ‘Don’t pee on that!’ Comparing environmental modification and medical management in cats with FIC 4:17

8M ago4:17

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In this Audio Summary, Amelia looks at whether environmental modification is superior to medical management in the treatment of feline idiopathic cystitis. Read the full Knowledge Summary here. Audio Summaries are a free resource that enables vets and vet nurses to access and digest relevant and up-to-date evidence quicker and easier. A time-saving…

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RCVS Knowledge - Evidence-based Veterinary Medicine

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Knowledge Natter: Dystocia Dilemmas 47:56

8M ago47:56

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In this Knowledge Natter, Lou Northway, Clinical Lead RVN, talks to vets Sophie Gilbert and Lucy Leicester from Vets Now about their award-winning project using audit and guidelines for the management of dystocia cases. Knowledge Natters are friendly, informal discussions with our Knowledge Award Champions and those who are empowered by Quality Imp…

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PetAbility Podcast

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Dog Health Journal with Erin Scott 26:53

8M ago26:53

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Write it down! Often times when it comes to things we need for our pets, we have to create them ourselves, like the old adage "necessity is the mother of invention" implies. This is exactly what Erin Scott, self-proclaimed dog mom, did when she created the electronic Dog Health Journal. This practical, informative guide facilitates keeping track of…

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RCVS Knowledge - Evidence-based Veterinary Medicine

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Welcome to VetTeamAMR Education - Companion Animal and Equine 5:50

9M ago5:50

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Listen to our two Clinical Leads, Tim Nuttall and Tim Mair, introduce this education platform and explain how you can get the most out of it! Read the transcript. VetTeamAMR - Companion Animal and Equine will be available to all users of the Learn platform soon. Sign up for our newsletter to be the first to hear about its launch date.…

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PetAbility Podcast

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Exotics Escapades with Pioneer, Dr. Doug Mader 52:14

9M ago52:14

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Whether you have an exotic pet or don't even know what exotics are, you will be entertained and educated as you listen to expert storyteller Dr. Doug share his adventures of treating exotic animals for over 30 years. From parrots to primates and snakes to alligators, he's done it all with great passion. We discuss what attracts some of us to exotic…

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RCVS Knowledge - Evidence-based Veterinary Medicine

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For the Record podcast: Neurodiversity in the veterinary professions 1:30:51

9M ago1:30:51

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In this episode of For the Record, we hear a discussion between Lacey Pitcher, Emily Craven, Daniel Denness and Kirstie Pickles. Together they discuss what neurodiversity means, the similarities and differences in their experiences, and how they would like to see understanding and awareness of neurodiversity change in the future. Read the transcrip…

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RCVS Knowledge - Evidence-based Veterinary Medicine

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VetTeamAMR: How the SMART goals tool and Noah’s Livestock Vaccine Guideline can improve antimicrobial stewardship 26:35

9M ago26:35

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Listen to Farm Vet Champions Clinical Lead, Fiona Lovatt, talk to NOAH's Senior Technical Policy Manager, Lucy Coyne, about how farm vets can use the our SMART goals tool and the Livestock Vaccine Guideline to build confidence in their vaccine protocols and support those vet-farmer conversations. Both of these free resources support the Farm Vet Ch…

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PetAbility Podcast

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Vet Visit Prep & Pointers 51:34

9M ago51:34

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Bringing your pet to the vet can be a stress-inducing blur! Listen as Chris and Cathy share suggestions to best prepare for your pet's trip to the vet and get the most out of your visit. They cover everything from what to do before leaving your home, providing helpful tips to maximize efficiency and managing expectations during the visit, and helpi…

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PetAbility Podcast

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Degenerative Myelopathy: an Owner's Perspective with Phoebe Hart 56:12

10M ago56:12

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Listen as Phoebe Hart takes us on her journey with Hugo, her endearing, 12 y.o., mixed breed rescue that was diagnosed 1.5 years ago with Degenerative Myelopathy (DM), a neurological disease with no known cure that causes progressive paralysis. Phoebe shares her reaction when she learned of Hugo's diagnosis. She stresses the importance of not panic…

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RCVS Knowledge - Evidence-based Veterinary Medicine

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Interview with the winners of the Veterinary Evidence Student Awards 2022 34:07

10M ago34:07

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Dr Kit Sturgess, Editor-in-Chief of Veterinary Evidence spoke with the winners of our 2022 Veterinary Evidence Student Awards - Sarah Daphne Foo, Maxim Bembinov and Narakhanti Soenardi about their experiences of writing Knowledge Summaries for Veterinary Evidence and how it felt to be published in a peer reviewed journal before graduating. Read the…

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PetAbility Podcast

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Wildlife Rehabilitation with Bethany Brown 59:12

10M ago59:12

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Who has one of the coolest jobs ever? Our vote goes to Bethany Brown, founder of the Saco River Wildlife Sanctuary in Maine in 2015. Listen as Bethany shares tales of rehabilitating all kinds of critters, including racoons, foxes, opossums, skunks, porcupines, squirrels, coyotes, fisher cats and even bats! The Sanctuary takes in over 800 animals an…

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RCVS Knowledge - Evidence-based Veterinary Medicine

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Research Focus: Veterinary care of rabbits 18:18

11M ago18:18

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Sally Everitt speaks with Matthew Rendle about how we can improve the care of rabbits in veterinary practice, make best use of the evidence that we have, and develop further evidence for the future. Read the paper Read the podcast transcriptBy RCVS Knowledge

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PetAbility Podcast

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How to Improve your Geriatric Dog's Healthspan & Lifespan? with Dr. Laurie McCauley 59:23

11M ago59:23

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Dubbed by some as "The Mother of Canine Rehabilitation," it was an honor having Laurie McCauley, DVM, DACVSMR, CCRT, CVA, CVC, on our show to discuss how each of us has the ability to improve our dog's health and longevity through exercise. It's not hard as long as you know a few basics, like the type of exercise to use to achieve specific goals fo…

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PetAbility Podcast

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The Complement of Western & Eastern Veterinary Medicine with Dr. Bethany Smyers Innis 59:46

11M ago59:46

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Returning guest, Beth Innis, DVM, CVA, CVCHM, CCRT, CVSMT, discusses how the use of Eastern and Western veterinary medicine complement each other to provide more treatment options for our pets. Dr. Innis gives examples of each philosophy and how the integration can enhance the effect of the other. She also takes us on her career journey to her curr…

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PetAbility Podcast

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Scratching the Surface of Itchy Ears with Jennifer Greene. 57:30

12M ago57:30

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When it comes to itchy ears, this perceived annoyance can quickly turn into a veterinary emergency. Itchy ears caused by allergies, is a VERY common problem in our pets and one of the most frustrating issues to deal with. Left unaddressed, yeast, fungus, bacteria, parasites, debris, and water in the ear can lead to infections, severe pain, and dimi…

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RCVS Knowledge - Evidence-based Veterinary Medicine

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Conquering the caseload peak - how small changes can lead to great achievements. 47:38

12M ago47:38

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This session was recorded during the SPVS VMG Congress on the 13th May 2022. In addition to traversing the terrain of chronic staffing resource shortages and withstanding the onslaught of the pandemic, the veterinary professions in the UK were then hit with a tidal wave of new pets. Caseload increases of 50% faced diminished and fatigued teams. For…

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