The Space Coast Pet Podcast

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The Dangerous,Even Deadly,Consequences Of Self Treating Pets Sep 20, 2012

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This episode Dr. Roger warns of the danger of self treating one's pets. Inspired by a recent case in his clinic of a gravely ill dog whose illness was the direct result of her owner having self treated her with an over the counter medication, Dr. Roger endeavors in this episode to spread the word against this practice. Hoping to prevent future tragedies like this, Dr. Roger warns of this and other common examples of self treating gone terribly bad.

Looking For The Right Pet Food Aug 30, 2012

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Nutrition plays such an important role in the health of our pets, but far too many people give little thought to which brand or type of food they pick up at the grocery store. Is there a difference in pet foods? Are there ways for consumers to look for a better brand of food? Thankfully, Dr. Roger dedicates this episode to finding the right diet for your pets! Dr. Roger will also be addressing one listener e-mail tonight, as you are all reminded to feel free to send in your questions/comments, to comments@web-dvm.net.

Does Spay/Neuter Increase Obesity Risk in Pets? Aug 16, 2012

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Dr. Roger discusses the commonly held pet owner notion that spayed and neutered dogs and cats have a higher likelihood of becoming obese. Is this observation correct, or do the actual statistics differ? If true, what may be the reasons for the tendency to be obese? Dr. Roger sifts through fact and fiction to give pet owners the straight answer on this topic. Plus, Dr. Roger also addresses 2 listener e-mail comments. All listeners are encouraged to submit their own questions/comments to be addressed on the air by e-mailing them to comments@web-dvm.net

The Shot-Wagon: The bottom of the veterinary barrel. Aug 02, 2012

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Dr. Roger showcases this increasing, troubling trend in the field of veterinary medicine and the dangers of the poor standard of care it poses. In tonight's episode, Dr. Roger also discusses breed specific legislation and one particular group that is dedicated to fighting it. There are 2 listener e-mails that Dr. Roger will be addressing this evening as well. Please feel free to submit your own questions/comments to be addressed on the air by sending them to comments@web-dvm.net.

Combating Zoonosis (diseases transmissible from pets to us) Jul 19, 2012

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Dr. Roger answered an online consultation regarding a parasite a man caught from his dog (who had caught it from infected raccoon feces) whose seriousness inspired tonight's episode dedicated to zoonoses, a group of infectious diseases that people can catch from our furry family members. Children, the elderly, and the otherwise immune compromised are particular susceptible, so tune in tonight to learn about what these diseases are, how they are treated, and most importantly, how they are prevented. Dr. Roger also has one listener e-mail question to address on the air. Please feel free to submit your own questions or comments to be addressed on the air by sending them to comments@web-dvm.net.

Walmart and Target Are Now in the Pet Medication Business Jul 05, 2012

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In this episode, Dr. Roger disusses the entry of superstore giants into the pet medication industry. He highlights how this is poised to change the face of veterinary medicine and what consequences it will have on pet owners. Lower prices for medications would seem an inevitable plus for pet owners, but with that may come other negative consequeces that are already beginning to occur. Plus, we have 3 listener e-mail questions that Dr. Roger will be addressing on the air. Please feel free to submit your question ot comments to be addressed on the air, by e-mailing them to comments@web-dvm.net.

Everything you need to know about heartworm disease Jun 21, 2012

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Tonight, Dr. Roger update's our listeners' knowlege of heartworm disease in dogs and cats: latest teatment and prevention modalities, possible resistant strains, and a rise in feline cases of disease. Plus, we have 3 listener e-mail questions to be addressed on the air. Feel free to submit your questions/comments for Dr. Roger to address on the air at comments@web-dvm.net.

Top 10 Pet Myths Jun 02, 2012

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Tonight, Dr. Roger will be revising his top 10 pet health myths. Differently from past top 10 lists, he chose to lump both dogs and cats together save redundancy for the several myths that apply to both species. Dr. Roger's top 10 lists are based on feedback he gets from clients and colleagues throughout the year, making each new one unique as it reflects a new year’s misinformation. There are likely to be some repeats as some myths refuse to die, but there will be several new ones as well. There is one listener submitted question that Dr. Roger will address on the air. We welcome all listeners to submit their questions to be addressed on the air by sending them to comments@web-dvm.net.

Nature's Anti-Inflammatory May 17, 2012

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Dr. Roger discusses this powerful natural nutritional health supplement that it readily available, inexpensive, and can do wonders for your pet's health. Plus, Dr. Roger will address 3 e-mail questions sent in by listeners. Please feel free to send in your e-mail questions/comments for Dr. Roger to address on the air at comments@web-dvm.net

Whay Cats Should be Kept Indoors; Anesthesia Free Dentistry May 03, 2012

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In tonights episode, Dr. Roger offers his opinion on why cat owners should be mandated to keep their cats indoors, as well as discusses the new fad of anesthesia free pet dentistry. Plus, Dr. Roger addresses 2 e-mail comments on the air. To submit your questions/comments for Dr. Roger, e-mail them to comments@web-dvm.net

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