Dr. Savannah Howse-Smith, a Métis veterinarian in rural Alberta, discusses everything from wildlife rescues to her Métis journey. From her work at Rocky Rapids Veterinarian Service to her volunteer work in nearby communities, Dr. Savannah is an animal’s best friend and shares her vast knowledge in this podcast. Dr. Savanah: Wild Rose Vet is also a television series on APTN. Check out the series website for more details: https://www.aptntv.ca/wildrosevet/
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Dr. Savannah and her guest wade through a plethora of common questions vets typically get and answer questions about pets and pet care. Check out Dr. Savannah: Wild Rose Vet, the television series for more amazing stories! Follow us on FacebookBy vhouldmarchand
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Dr. Savannah and her guest discuss the importance of volunteering with animals, the health benefits of working with animals, and how to get involved within your own community. Check out Dr. Savannah: Wild Rose Vet, the television series for more amazing stories! Follow us on FacebookBy vhouldmarchand
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What exactly is the human/animal bond and how is it mutually beneficial for both pet and pet owner? Dr. Savannah and her guest dive deep into the life-affecting relationships between animals and humans. Check out Dr. Savannah: Wild Rose Vet, the television series for more amazing stories! Follow us on Facebook…
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Euthanization is a hard and emotional decision and is one of the most difficult aspects of any veterinarian's job. Dr. Savannah and her guest discuss how vets get through putting a beloved pet down and help owners understand when it's time to say goodbye. Check out Dr. Savannah: Wild Rose Vet, the television series for more amazing stories! Follow …
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Much of Dr. Savannah's work has to do with caring for wildlife that has been negatively impacted by humans. Raccoons hit by cars, birds shot by pellet guns; the list goes on and on. Dr. Savannah and her guest tell stories and discuss the work they've both had to do to help animals that were injured by humans and talk about what we can all do to kee…
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Dr. Savannah talks with a fellow Beekeeper about the growing field of entomological vet medicine. They explore why vets are needed for bugs and how they can take their skills for larger animals and transcribe them to the little creepy crawlies. Check out Dr. Savannah: Wild Rose Vet, the television series for more amazing stories! Follow us on Faceb…
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Dr. Savannah talks about different types of bees and discusses her love of bees as well as plenty of 'getting stung' stories. Check out Dr. Savannah: Wild Rose Vet, the television series for more amazing stories! Follow us on FacebookBy vhouldmarchand
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Dr. Savannah speaks with Carol Kelly of the Medicine River Wildlife Centre about rehabilitating, releasing and educating the public about wildlife. The centre pioneered a process that fosters and adopts fawns back into the wild. Check out Dr. Savannah: Wild Rose Vet, the television series for more amazing stories! Follow us on Facebook…
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Dr. Savannah and her guest discuss the pros and cons of pet insurance and share some money-saving alternatives that could come in handy when faced with an unexpected vet bill. Check out Dr. Savannah: Wild Rose Vet, the television series for more amazing stories! Follow us on FacebookBy vhouldmarchand
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These days, there are endless options for what to feed your pet and even more scary information on the Internet about what can silently murder your beloved animal. Sugar-free gum, grape skin, yeast dough, chocolate, etc... Dr. Savannah and her guest dive into the best foods for specific pets and what to avoid feeding your furry friends if you want …
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It can happen when you least expect it - you're out for a casual walk, and you encounter an injured animal tied up in a fence or wounded by the side of the road. Dr. Savannah and her guest share stories of finding injured wildlife and what to do if you find yourself in this situation. Check out Dr. Savannah: Wild Rose Vet, the television series for…
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Dr. Savannah and her guest will discuss the mind, body & spirit link between humans and their animals - it's preventative medicine. Check out Dr. Savannah: Wild Rose Vet, the television series for more amazing stories! Follow us on FacebookBy vhouldmarchand
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Dr. Savannah and her guest will discuss how wildlife vet med is different from dog and cat medicine. When it comes to pets, you are nurturing them to go back home and be a great companion. Their human owners can help them get through the final process of healing. On the other hand, Wildlife needs to go back into the wild to survive on its own. Beca…
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Dr. Savannah talks with her guest about her journey of discovering and embracing her Métis heritage and how it has changed her outlook and practices when it comes to veterinary medicine. Check out Dr. Savannah: Wild Rose Vet, the television series for more amazing stories! Follow us on FacebookBy vhouldmarchand
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Doctors often specialize in one specific aspect of healthcare - and even then, their patients are all the same species. On the other hand, vets have to be well versed in a wide range of specialties for a wide range of animals. Dr. Savannah and her guest will talk about the need to be an expert in 'all things animal' and how continuing education is …
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