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Snackisode 5: Cupcake Conundrum Jul 08, 2020

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In Snack-Sized Episode 5, Lauren and JJ discuss outpatient therapy options for the management of canine parvo virus and they have questions. What is considered outpatient therapy? What level of treatment is involved? Is it less expensive? Why are there cupcakes?

The outpatient study referenced in this episode is: Evaluation of an Outpatient Protocol in the Treatment of Canine Parvoviral Enteritis from the Journal of Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care, January 2017: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27918639/

Another good resrouce is this FAQ from Colorado State University about their standard outpatient treatment for canine parvovirus: http://csu-cvmbs.colostate.edu/documents/parvo-outpatient-protocol-faq-companion-animal-studies.pdf

The Australian study referenced in this episode is: Socioeconomic, geographic, and climatic risk factors for canine parvovirus infection and euthansia in Australia from Preventative Veterinary Medicine, January 2020: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0167587719304830

A link to_ Frequently asked questions about SNAP Parvo Test_: https://www.idexx.com/files/snap-parvo-test-faqs.pdf

The episode of the Hidden Brain podcast about memory that is referenced in this episode is: Did That Really Happen? How Our Memories Betray Us, which was released on December 16, 2019: https://www.npr.org/2019/12/16/788422090/did-that-really-happen-how-our-memories-betray-us

Episode 5: Super Unnecessary Jul 01, 2020

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We’ve been presented with a very sick puppy and an unexpected test result. Lauren and JJ are on the case!
The ladies review differentials for gastroenteritis in puppies and discuss the pathophysiology and treatment of canine parvo virus.
Sources for this episode include:

Greene, C.E. and Decaro, N. “Canine Viral Enteritis.” Infectious Diseases of the Dog and Cat, 4th Edition. Elsevier 2012, pp. 67-75.
Goddard, A., Leisewitz, A. L., Christopher, M. M., Duncan, N. M., and Becker, P. J. “Prognostic usefulness of blood leukocyte changes in canine parvoviral enteritis.” Journal of Veterinary Internal Medicine, Mar-Apr 2008. Volume 22, pp. 309-316.
Rothrock, K. and Shell, L.G. “Canine Parvovirus Infection.” Vincyclopedia of Diseases. Veterinary Information Network: www.vin.com.
Sullivan, L. A. “Canine Parvovirus.” 2016. Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care Spring Symposium Proceedings.
“Frequently asked questions about SNAP parvo text.” Idexx: https://www.idexx.com/files/snap-parvo-test-faqs.pdf
Schultz, R. D., Larson, L. J., and Lorentzen, L. P. “Effects of modified live canine parvovirus vaccine on the SNAP ELISA antigen assay.” 2008. International Veterinary Emergency Critical Symposium Proceedings.
Mohr, A. J., Leisewitz, A. L., Jacobson, L. S., Steiner, J. M., Ruaux, C. G., Williams, D. A. “Effect of early enteral nutrition on intestinal permeability, intestinal protein loss, and outcome in dogs with severe parvoviral enteritis. Journal of Veterinary Internal Medicine. 2003. Volume 17, pp. 791-798.

Snackisode 4: Vets 4 Vets Jun 24, 2020

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On today's snackisode Lauren and JJ talk with Dr. Bree Montana about the Vets4Vets program and how it can be beneficial for veterinarians. Vets4Vets is a free program that offers a variety of mental health services and mentorships. The benefits provided by this program can be life saving. If you or anyone you know needs help, please don't hesitate to contact these wonderful people.
Veterinarians
Email: vets4vets@vinfoundation.org
Phone: (530) 794-8094
Veterinary Support Staff
Email: support4support@vinfoundation.org
For more information, visit the program’s website at https://vinfoundation.org/resources/vets4vets/.

Special Guest: Bree Montana.

Episode 4: Anxiety Castle Jun 17, 2020

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Get ready for real talk! Lauren and JJ chat with therapist Dana Hampson about the pressures veterinary professionals face, the importance of creating boundaries, and how to say “no.”
Dana Hampson is a Licensed Professional Counselor and owner of The Balanced Life, LLC in Madison, AL. http://www.thebalancedlifellc.com/
The book mentioned in this episode is “Not Nice” by Aziz Gazipura: https://www.notnicebook.com/

Special Guest: Dana Hampson.

Snackisode 3: Noodly Appendages Jun 10, 2020

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In this snack-sized companion episode, JJ shares the story of her diabetic kitty Raven, and the ladies discuss referrals, phone-a-friend options, and a whopper of a crazy client story. Later, Lauren and JJ reminisce about practical jokes in the veterinary hospital and discuss the finer points of selecting the perfect realistic faux insects for pranks.

Episode 3: The Nifflers(TM) of Disease Jun 03, 2020

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In this episode, Lauren and JJ work through a case involving a kitty that was too sweet for its own good. After taking some bets on what would be causing the symptoms, they reach a diagnosis of diabetes mellitus. The episode features a deep dive into management of feline diabetes mellitus, including medication, diet, and monitoring.

Sources for this episode include:

Rand, J. 2017. ‘Feline Diabetes - Maximizing Diabetic Remission.’ World Small Animal Veterinary Association Congress proceedings.
Rand, J. 2019. ‘Feline Diabetic Remission: Should it be the Goal?’ American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (ACVIM) Forum proceedings.
Behrend, E., Holford, A., Lathan, P., Rucinsky, R., Schulman, R. 2018. ‘2018 AAHA Diabetes Management Guidelines for Dogs and Cats.’ American Animal Hospital Association website: https://www.aaha.org/aaha-guidelines/diabetes-management/diabetes-management-home/
Rothrock, K. 2012. ‘Feline Diabetes Mellitus.’ Vincyclopedia of Diseases. Veterinary Information Network: www.vin.com
Reusch, C. ‘Feline Diabetes Mellitus.’ Textbook of Veterinary Internal Medicine, 7th ed. St. Louis, Saunders Elsevier. 2010 pp. 1796-1816.
Alt, N., Kley, S., Haessig, M., Reusch, C. ‘Day-to-day Variability of Blood Glucose Concentration Curves Generated at Home in Cats with Diabetes Mellitus.’ Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association (JAVMA), April 2007.

And for our non-veterinary listeners, here is an article from Texas A&M about cats hiding illness: https://vetmed.tamu.edu/news/pet-talk/when-is-your-cat-hiding-illness-or-injury/

Snackisode 2: Anal Crackers May 26, 2020

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A snack-sized companion piece for our pre-anesthetic labwork episode! Lauren and JJ share some comments from a veterinary anesthesiologist, discuss the importance of supportive care during anesthesia, and retell a super gross (you were warned) story from the annals of Craigslist, original author unknown. The ladies also discuss a listener question about “mandatory” socialization after work hours.

Some books and media referenced in this episode include the Hidden Brain podcast’s 2017 episode Radio Replay: Life, Interrupted and Atul Gawande’s 2009 book The Checklist Manifesto.

Episode 2: Human Lyre May 26, 2020

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In this case, a cat, who just happens to be a French sir, visits the hospital for routine lab work prior to a dental cleaning. He finds himself diagnosed with a condition that could have gone unnoticed had pre-anesthetic lab work not been performed. Lauren and JJ discuss specific types of lab work and what the results mean to veterinary professionals, as well as the surprising controversy of whether lab work should be done at all. Seriously???
The ladies also discuss the importance of checklists as presented in Atul Gawande’s 2009 book The Checklist Manifesto.

Snackisode 1: Stay Away from Storm Drains May 26, 2020

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In this companion piece for Episode 1, Lauren and JJ provide updates on dog-o-grams and treating whipworms in parvo puppies. They also discuss the prevalence of intestinal parasites in dog parks in the US, options for dog poo management, and classy Halloween decor.
Sources for this episode include:

Duncan, Kathryn. “Dog Parks: Where pets, people and parasites collide.” aaha.org. American Animal Hospital Association, May 2, 2020. https://www.aaha.org/publications/newstat/articles/2020-05/dog-parks-where-pets-people-and-parasites-collide/
Madson, Cathy. “Fast Fecal Facts and Stool Sample Steps.” preventativevet.com. Preventative Vet, April 9th, 2019.

Episode 1: Trash Bag Full of Poo May 26, 2020

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Lauren and JJ discuss a dog presenting with weight loss. Is the answer in the trash bag full of poo? In this episode, the ladies discuss differentials for weight loss in a senior mixed breed dog and eventually arrive at a diagnosis of whipworms. There’s a deep dive into all things Trichuris vulpis, including types of fecal parasite testing, the whipworm life cycle, and treatment options. The ladies also reminisce about 1996, debate the taste of various dewormers, and share an embarrassing story or two.

Sources for this episode include:

“Trichuris Vulpis.” capcvet.org. Companion Animal Parasite Council, October 1, 2016. https://capcvet.org/guidelines/trichuris-vulpis/
Rothrock, Kari and Linda G. Shell. “Vincyclopedia of Diseases: Trichuriasis/Whipworms.” vin.com. Veterinary Information Network, September 5, 2019.
Vincent-Johnson, Nancy. “Contamination with Toxocara spp from Dog Walking.” cliniciansbrief.com. Clinician’s Brief, April 2019. https://www.cliniciansbrief.com/article/contamination-toxocara-spp-dog-walking

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