Weekly podcast dedicated to "tackling the toughest topics in veterinary medicine." Hosted by veterinarian Dr. Ernie Ward and registered veterinary technician Beckie Mossor. Candid, irreverent, provocative, educational, and occasionally funny conversations about issues that impact the veterinary profession. Non-stop since 2016.
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Oh Behave - Harmony in the household with your pets - Recommended by Oprah - Pet Life Radio Original (PetLifeRadio.com)
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These pet podcasts are all about achieving harmony in the household -- for everyone: people, cats and dogs. Bolstered by a lineup of top behavior experts as guests, host Arden Moore will unlock the perplexing, puzzling and downright frustrating aspects of feline and canine actions and attitudes... on Pet Life Radio.
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The Steve Dale Pet World Petcast from 720 WGN.
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We are not just ordinary fathers, we are striving to be "First Class Fathers," and we invite you to join us! Welcome to First Class Fatherhood, a Podcast with a vision to change the narrative of Fatherhood & Family Life. Your host, Alec Lace, takes you through transformative and encouraging interviews with over 650 high profile Dads. These interviews include NFL Legends Deion Sanders, Kurt Warner and Tom Brady; Hollywood Stars Matthew McConaughey and Steve Harvey; Navy SEALs Jocko Willink an ...
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Dr. Ernie Ward talks pet obesity and prevention; Jackie Ott Jaakola on the benefits of cat health studies; and more
Founder and President of the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention, Dr. Ernie Ward, says the issue is far more complex than people merely offering too much table food. So, what exactly has been going on? And why with every passing year are there more and more obese dogs/cats? And it’s not only about weight, but also about body condition score. Cle…
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Oh Behave - Episode 511 What Will Dogs Look Like in 10,000 years? Dr. Ernie Ward Unleashes Possibilities
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In this episode of the Oh Behave show, host Arden Moore talks with Dr. Ernie Ward, America's Pet Advocate, on three interesting scenarios. How will dogs look, adapt in 10,000 years if we have global warming, or a new ice age -- or if they would join us in inhabiting Mars? Dr. Ward is teaming up with Basepaws, a pet genetics company, to study how do…
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North American Association of Veterinary Receptionists (NAAVR) - with Debbie Boone, CVPM
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A tough job that we often talk about on the Veterinary Viewfinder is the role of a veterinary receptionist, a customer service representative, or whatever you choose to call those invaluable folks up front who are, quite frankly, taking a lot of the hits from our clients. This week, we’re excited to welcome back to the podcast Debbie Boone, CVPM, o…
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Episode 745 - Billy Dee Williams is a First Class Father and Legendary Actor. He is well known for portraying Lando Calrissian in Star Wars. He first appeared as Lando in The Empire Strikes Back in 1980 and reprised the role in Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker in 2019. Billy Dee Williams starred as Gayle Sayers in the smash hit TV movie Brian’s Son…
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Veterinary behaviorist Dr. Chris Pachel talks about canine separation anxiety – what it IS and what it IS NOT. What can people do to deal with dogs who have separation anxiety? Are dogs really guilty after having an accident indoors or tearing up a pillow because of separation anxiety. Why are psycho-pharmaceuticals may be required or a product cal…
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What happens if you disagree with a veterinary client on pet care? Tips for handling these difficult conversations.
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A tough topic that every veterinary professional will confront at some time in their career is a disagreement with a pet parent over how they are doing something regarding care. This difference can be about diet, anti-vaxxing, or a whole host of other things that can potentially put their pet at risk. It can also be different philosophically, ideol…
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Episode 744 - Trey Brunson is a First Class Father who competed on The Ultimatum: Marry or Move On. The Ultimatum is a dating reality TV show in which features couples on the verge of getting married. Each couple had eight weeks to decide whether they will get married or split up forever. Trey competed on Season 2 and issued the Ultimatum to Riah N…
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Dog Bite Prevention Week and Dr. Mikel Delgado on why playtime is essential to your cat’s mental and physical health
Play with Your Cat! – That is both the name of the book and the message from Dr. Mikel Delgado. She discusses how to play with your cat, what are the best toys to play with your cat, when are the best times to play with your cat and most important why play is ESSENTIAL to your cat’s mental and physical health. And what is the potential consequence …
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Oh Behave - Episode 513 Meet Patrick McDonnell, Creator of Mutts Comic Strip
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Patrick McDonnell has been capturing the day-to-day adventures of a dog named Earl and a cat named Mooch since 1994 in comic strips appearing in newspapers, books and calendars. In a special interview with Oh Behave show host Arden Moore, Patrick reveals the happy ending for another character -- an unnamed dog who has been chained in a back yard re…
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Are You Giving (or Getting) These Three Types of Feedback?
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A lack of appropriate feedback leads to failure. You need to give your team at least three types of feedback to succeed. This week, we discuss the three types of feedback you should give - and receive - to excel in veterinary medicine.Hosts Dr. Ernie Ward and Beckie Mossor, RVT, MPA, tackle the topic of feedback in the veterinary workplace. Dr. War…
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Episode 743 - Chris Johnson is a First Class Father and Legendary NFL Running Back known as CJ2K. Chris was drafted in the 1st round of the 2008 NFL Draft by the Tennessee Titans after playing his college football at East Carolina University. His 40 yard dash time at the NFL Combine, 4.24 seconds, was the fastest time ever recorded at the time. Chr…
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Oh Behave - Episode 512 Renowned Cat Experts Talk Hairballs, Catnip Parties and More!
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Join Oh Behave show host Arden Moore as she welcomes two world-renowned cat experts: holistic veterinarian Dr. Jean Hofve and cat behavior expert/best-selling author Pam Johnson-Bennett. Together, they give you the real scoop on grass for cats, when to be concerned about your cat's hairballs, how to throw a catnip party and ways to enrich your indo…
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Lessons on dogs suffering from cancer, the importance of demonstrating competence in the dog training field, and more
Bradley Phifer, Director of Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers , explains what this organization is and what to look for if you happen to be sniffing out a dog trainer. And dog training is not a licensed profession, and some trainers use methods that can do more harm than good. That’s why demonstrating competence in the field is so…
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The Benefits of 4-Year Vet Tech Degrees and Innovations in Online Programs with App State’s Jennifer Serling, RVT, VTES
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Veterinary technician programs have expanded in remarkable ways over the past decade, and there's a push towards getting a four-year degree, with even more advanced degrees on the horizon. This week, we're speaking with the interim Director of Appalachian State University's Veterinary Technology B.S. Program, Jennifer Serling CVT RVT VTES BVSc, to …
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Episode 742 - Ernie Hudson is a First Class Father and Actor. He is well known for portraying Winston Zeddemore in the Ghostbusters movies. He is currently starring in “Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire” which is in theaters now. Ernie Hudson has been acting since the 1970’s and has starred in movies such as “The Crow” and “Congo” and “Miss Congeniality”…
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Workplace Risks in Veterinary Practice: How Safe is Your Clinic?
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Working in a veterinary clinic can pose many hazards. This week, we want to discuss some of the common workplace risks of veterinary practice and why we want you to stop doing them because they are putting you at risk. Hosts Dr. Ernie Ward and Beckie Mossor, RVT, MPA, tackle five major areas of personal risk in veterinary clinics: radiology, animal…
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Episode 741 - Andre Ward is a First Class Father and World Class Boxer. He retired from boxing in 2017 with an undefeated record of 32-0. Ward held world championship titles in both the Super Middleweight and Light Heavyweight divisions. He was inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame in 2021. Prior to turning pro in 2004, he won the Gol…
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Animal Planet’s Victoria Stilwell shares details about her upcoming 11th Annual Dog Behavior Conference
From IT’S ME OR THE DOG on Animal Planet, a very wide-ranging conversation with superstar dog trainer Victoria Stilwell. She announces that the virtual Victoria Stilwell Academy 11th Annual Dog Behavior Conference is April 19-21 and discloses who some of the speakers are and what some of the topics are. The hope is that San Francisco – working to b…
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Episode 740 - Chris & Julie Bennett are First Class Parents and authors of FIGHTING FOR FAMILY. Chris Bennett is a pastor, storyteller, writer, and producer originally from Dallas, Texas. Julie Bennett is a writer, producer, speaker, and two-time cancer survivor from Edmond, Oklahoma. Together, Chris and Julie are the founders of Welcome Home Lifes…
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Have We Forgotten Our Manners in Veterinary Practice? Tips and Tactics to Address Generational Differences
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Have we forgotten how to behave in the clinic these days? This week, we want to discuss generational differences and how we can help improve each other's manners and etiquette when dealing with clients and co-workers. Hosts Dr. Ernie Ward and Beckie Mossor, RVT, MPA, tackle the tough topic of dealing with four generations of different communication…
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Episode 739 - Dr. John Delony is a First Class Father a two-time #1 national bestselling author, mental health expert and host of The Dr. John Delony Show. John has two PhDs and over two decades of experience in counseling, crisis response and higher education. He is the author of the bestselling books Own Your Past, Change Your Future, Redefining …
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Oh Behave - Episode 510 Meet Two Heroes: Fire Capt. Shawn Camana and Service Greyhound Charlie
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Miami-Dade Fire Captain Shawn Campana calls Charlie, her service-trained greyhound, an "angel wrapped in fur." Discover why as you tune into this special Oh Behave show episode. Charlie isa service dog trained to help firefighters dealing with PTSD, mental challenges and more. Capt. Shawn shares how Charlie and other specially-trained service dogs …
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Dr. Sheilah Robertson, who received the Animal Welfare for the American Veterinary Medical Association, is as expert anesthesia and analgesia. She points out that people (and pets too) can truly die directly due to pain and offers the history of what we know about this. And answers at what point do you not put a pet under anesthesia. And why it’s a…
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What should you do if a competing vet clinic’s staff is rude when requesting records?
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What happens when one veterinary clinic's personnel is rude or short with another? We're talking about when you call for records, they are not happy about it - and let you know how they feel! This week, we are talking about the benefits and risks of informing another clinic of the behavior of their staff. And what about giving clients medical recor…
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Episode 738 - Tom Payne is a First Class Father and Actor. He’s best known for playing Jesus on AMC’s The Walking Dead and the lead in Fox’s big two season hit Prodigal Son opposite Michael Sheen. Tom is playing the male lead of Blumhouse’s next big film, IMAGINARY, which hits theaters on March 8th. He will also be starring in Kevin Costner’s two p…
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Kara Burns is a Credentialed Veterinary Technician with a specialty in nutrition, dentistry, and internal medicine. To acknowledge the difference she’s made in veterinary medicine, she was just honored with the Icon Award from the Bridge Club. Burns is on the Board of Directors of the EveryCat Health Foundation, and talks about an upcoming symposiu…
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First Veterinary Technician Elected as President of Viticus Group (WVC) - Heather Prendergast, RVT, CVPM, SPHR
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This week, we’re honored to have a conversation with the first veterinary technician elected as President of the Viticus Group (WVC) Board of Directors, Heather Prendergast, RVT!Hosts Dr. Ernie Ward and Beckie Mossor, RVT, MPA, are joined by a friend and prior guest, Heather Prendergast, RVT, CVPM, SPHR. Heather shares her story of starting as a wo…
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Episode 737 - Bob Kilpatrick is a First Class Father, Singer, Songwriter and Author. He is well known for his hit song, “In My Life, Lord Be Glorified” which became one of the most popular worship songs in the last half a century. His musical style is a mixture of folk, gospel and progressive rock. Bob has performed Christrian songs in churches acr…
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Sad Triangles of Pizza and Moldy Leftovers: Veterinary Clinic Common Area Disasters
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Is your break area always a mess? Whose responsibility is it to clean it? And what about coffee? Do you pay? Or does your boss? This week, we discuss a multitude of messes that can occur in the common areas of a veterinary clinic. We also debate who should be on the hook for that special brand of coffee and tea that you like and more bread rook dil…
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Oh Behave - Episode 509 Meet Jellybean, ‘The Brad Pitt of Dogs’ - A Major Canine Movie Star
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In this Oh Behave Show episode, host Arden Moore talks with renowned animal trainer Melissa Millet, founder of The Ultimutts and Hollywoof Stars. Her personal pack of dogs and cats star in movies, television shows and commercials plus hold five Guinness World Records. Jellybean, a deaf Red Heeler, stars in the newest Stephen King thriller, "Pet Sem…
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Virtual care or telehealth is available and it’s tempting – but might not be in your best interest or your pets’ interest, according to Dr. Gail Golab, Associate Executive Vice President and Chief Veterinary Officer of the American Veterinary Medical Association. Actually, Dr. Golab loves the idea of telehealth, noting “it can be amazing” IF and on…
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Episode 736 - Chris Cassidy is a First Class Father, Navy SEAL and NASA Astronaut. He is currently the President and CEO of The Medal of Honor Museum. Chris served as a Navy SEAL for ten years. He was the Honor Man of BUD/S Class 192. He went on to become the SEAL Platoon Commander of SEAL Team 3 and Platoon Commander of SEAL Delivery Vehicle Team …
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Gene O’Neill is CEO of North American Veterinary Community and the VMX veterinary meeting – the largest continuing education event for veterinary professionals. He explains how this matters to you as a pet parent. Dr. Tammy Grubb, President of the International Academy of Veterinary Pain Management and adjunct professor at Washington State Universi…
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Episode 735 - Garret Wing is a First Class Father, World Class Dog Trainer and Entrepreneur. He is the founder and CEO of American Standard Dog Training, and has emerged as a leading voice in dog training. With almost two decades of tenure as a law enforcement K9 handler, he's now a celebrated social media figure (over 6 million followers), entrepr…
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What We Love About the Veterinary Profession - Valentine's Day 2024
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Happy Valentine’s Day, Viewfinders! This holiday, we want to share what we love most about the veterinary profession!In this special Valentine’s Day 2024 podcast, hosts Dr. Ernie Ward and Beckie Mossor, RVT, MPA, reveal the most beloved aspects of working as veterinary professionals. Hey, we can buy ourselves flowers! And we can hold our own hand, …
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Veterinary dentist Dr. Jan Bellows celebrates Pet Dental Health Month. He discusses preventive care (including several surprise answers). Indeed it’s all about prevention, like dental diets and treats, wipes and water additives like Oratene. Dr. Michael Lappin, Professor at Colorado State University, has been investigating that mystery dog respirat…
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Best of Oh Behave - Encore presentation: Are You Ready for Some (Four-legged) Football? Tune into the Kitten Bowl AND Puppy Bowl X on Super Bowl Sunday!
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The NFL isn’t the only one airing must-see football games on Super Bowl Sunday. The Kitten Bowl premieres on the Hallmark Channel and Puppy Bowl X promises to be bigger, better (and cuter) on Animal Planet. In this special Oh Behave Show episode, host Arden Moore finds out the purr-fect game plan for the felines participating in the Kitten Bowl fro…
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Oh Behave - Episode 508 Tricia Montgomery Leads Cancer-Detection Mission with Moose's March
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Inspired by her Pitbull rescue named Moose who died from cancer, Tricia Montgomery founded a nonprofit called Moose’s March. Its mission is to raise awareness about early cancer detection in pets and provide support to pets and their people in need. EPISODE NOTES: Tricia Montgomery Leads Cancer-Detection Mission with Moose's March…
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Super Bowl LVIII Media Day - First Class Fatherhood was live at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, Nevada for Super Bowl 58 Media Day! In this episode you will hear Alec Lace speaking with: Kansas City Chiefs K Harrison Butker LS James Winchester WR Rashee Rice WR Justin Watson QB Blaine Gabbert Coach Matt Naggy San Francisco 49ers DL Arik Armstead OL…
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Is your Veterinary Clinic Really Prepared for an Emergency?
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Workplace violence. Natural disasters. Fires and floods. These stories dominate the news. This week, we discuss whether or not most veterinary clinics are really prepared in the event of an active shooter, power failure, or other emergencies. Viewfinders, this is a critical conversation.Hosts Dr. Ernie Ward and Beckie Mossor, RVT, MPA, discuss thei…
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