Veterinary Podcast by the VetGurus

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Frog in your Mouth: 137 May 21, 2020

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News A better pregnancy test for whalesBears Kept Stealing Honey From This Man’s Bee Farm, So He Turned Them Into Honey TastersScientists recruit albatrosses to patrol the ocean for illegal fishing boatsUniversity of South Australia research reveals dogs, cats and lizards are a vital lifeline for the elderly Don't be Shy - say Hi! Don't forget to drop us a line to say hi: VetGurus@gmail.com Review Mark reviews the book Dark Emu. He gives it a 9 out of 10. Main Topic: Toxicity of Frogs to Dogs This week's topic is bit of an unusual one - even for the VetGurus! Mark and Brendan discuss the toxicity of Green Tree Frogs to dogs. Become a Patron Become a Patron of VetGurus: Support us by 'throwing a bone' to the VetGurus - a small regular donation to help pay for our production costs. It's easy; just go to our Patreon site. You can be a rabbit.. or an echidna.. one day we are hoping for a Guru level patron! https://www.patreon.com/VetGurus Support our sponsors Specialised Animal Nutrition. Specialised Animal Nutrition is the Australian distributor of Oxbow Animal Health products. Used and recommended by top exotic animal veterinarians around the globe, the Oxbow range comprises premium life-staged feeds and supportive care products for small herbivores. Microchips Australia: Microchips Australia is the Australian distributor for: Trovan microchips, readers and reading systems; Lone Star Veterinary Retractor systems and Petrek GPS tracking products. Microchips Australia is run by veterinarians experienced in small and large animal as well as avian and exotic practice, they know exactly what is needed for your practice. Chemical Essentials. Cleaning and disinfection products and solutions for a wide variety of industries throughout Australia, as well as specific markets in New Zealand, Singapore and Papua New Guinea. The sole importer of the internationally acclaimed F10SC Disinfectant and its related range of advanced cleaning, personal hygiene and animal skin care products.

No Flies on Me: 136 May 14, 2020

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News Don't blame bats for their zoonotic virusesWinter, the llama: cuddly and full of antibodies to fight coronavirus Main Topic: Flystrike in Rabbits Flystrike can be a devastating disease for pets. Rabbits are one species particularly prone to myiasis. Brendan and Mark discuss treatment options and prevention for fly strike in rabbits. Don't be Shy - say Hi! Send us an email: VetGurus@Gmail.com. We love hearing from our listeners -give us a yell now! Support our sponsors Specialised Animal Nutrition. Specialised Animal Nutrition is the Australian distributor of Oxbow Animal Health products. Used and recommended by top exotic animal veterinarians around the globe, the Oxbow range comprises premium life-staged feeds and supportive care products for small herbivores. Chemical Essentials. Cleaning and disinfection products and solutions for a wide variety of industries throughout Australia, as well as specific markets in New Zealand, Singapore and Papua New Guinea. The sole importer of the internationally acclaimed F10SC Disinfectant and its related range of advanced cleaning, personal hygiene and animal skin care products. Microchips Australia: Microchips Australia is the Australian distributor for: Trovan microchips, readers and reading systems; Lone Star Veterinary Retractor systems and Petrek GPS tracking products. Microchips Australia is run by veterinarians experienced in small and large animal as well as avian and exotic practice, they know exactly what is needed for your practice. Become a Patron Become a Patron of VetGurus: Support us by 'throwing a bone' to the VetGurus - a small regular donation to help pay for our production costs. It's easy; just go to our Patreon site. You can be a rabbit.. or an echidna.. one day we are hoping for a Guru level patron! https://www.patreon.com/VetGurus

Chips: 135 May 07, 2020

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News Flamingos' complex social lives include friends, enemies and maybe even frenemiesApp to help owners monitor congestive heart failure in their pets Review When times get tough.. tough men get the Remington Rapid Cut Turbo. Brendan reviews this hair clipper he recently purchased, to avoid the hairdresser/barber during lockdown. His family at home can express their creative instincts on his cranium. Rating: 8.6/10. Main Topic: Microchip implantation We get chipping this week - It's all about microchips in all sorts of species. How to implant, where in the animal to place the implant, details about scanning, ID etc. Don't be Shy - say Hi! Send us an email: VetGurus@Gmail.com. We love hearing from our listeners -give us a yell now! Support our sponsors Microchips Australia: Microchips Australia is the Australian distributor for: Trovan microchips, readers and reading systems; Lone Star Veterinary Retractor systems and Petrek GPS tracking products. Microchips Australia is run by veterinarians experienced in small and large animal as well as avian and exotic practice, they know exactly what is needed for your practice. Specialised Animal Nutrition. Specialised Animal Nutrition is the Australian distributor of Oxbow Animal Health products. Used and recommended by top exotic animal veterinarians around the globe, the Oxbow range comprises premium life-staged feeds and supportive care products for small herbivores. Chemical Essentials. Cleaning and disinfection products and solutions for a wide variety of industries throughout Australia, as well as specific markets in New Zealand, Singapore and Papua New Guinea. The sole importer of the internationally acclaimed F10SC Disinfectant and its related range of advanced cleaning, personal hygiene and animal skin care products. Become a Patron Become a Patron of VetGurus: Support us by 'throwing a bone' to the VetGurus - a small regular donation to help pay for our production costs. It's easy; just go to our Patreon site. You can be a rabbit.. or an echidna.. one day we are hoping for a Guru level patron! https://www.patreon.com/VetGurus

Pick Me: 134 Apr 30, 2020

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News The ‘cone of shame’ makes pets miserableDo rabbits need each other? Effects of single versus paired housing on rabbit body temperature and behaviour in a UK shelter Review We just had to review it - you know what we are talking about: Tiger King, the series on Netflix. What do we score it out of 10: we can't say here - just listen to the podcast! Main Topic: Pick Me - Getting into Veterinary Science and choosing a path once graduated This week we try to answer two common questions we receive via email: How do I get into a veterinary related course? and How do I get into the field of interest once I graduate? Great questions, and no wonder they are commonly asked. Links Unusual Pet and Avian Veterinarians Wildlife Disease Association Association of Exotic Mammal Veterinarians Association of Reptile and Amphibian Veterinarians Don't be Shy - say Hi! Send us an email: VetGurus@Gmail.com. We love hearing from our listeners -give us a yell now! Support our sponsors Chemical Essentials. Cleaning and disinfection products and solutions for a wide variety of industries throughout Australia, as well as specific markets in New Zealand, Singapore and Papua New Guinea. The sole importer of the internationally acclaimed F10SC Disinfectant and its related range of advanced cleaning, personal hygiene and animal skin care products. Specialised Animal Nutrition. Specialised Animal Nutrition is the Australian distributor of Oxbow Animal Health products. Used and recommended by top exotic animal veterinarians around the globe, the Oxbow range comprises premium life-staged feeds and supportive care products for small herbivores. Microchips Australia: Microchips Australia is the Australian distributor for: Trovan microchips, readers and reading systems; Lone Star Veterinary Retractor systems and Petrek GPS tracking products. Microchips Australia is run by veterinarians experienced in small and large animal as well as avian and exotic practice, they know exactly what is needed for your practice. Become a Patron Become a Patron of VetGurus: Support us by 'throwing a bone' to the VetGurus - a small regular donation to help pay for our production costs. It's easy; just go to our Patreon site. You can be a rabbit.. or an echidna.. one day we are hoping for a Guru level patron! https://www.patreon.com/VetGurus

Home Alone: 133 Apr 23, 2020

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Become a Patron Become a Patron of VetGurus: Support us by 'throwing a bone' to the VetGurus - a small regular donation to help pay for our production costs. It's easy; just go to our Patreon site. You can be a rabbit.. or an echidna.. one day we are hoping for a Guru level patron! https://www.patreon.com/VetGurus News SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19): Fomites, Pets, & TransmissionPlague Inc. gives a quarter of a million dollars to fight COVID-19 Main Topic: Home visits Most veterinarians will have performed home visits at some time in their careers. With the recent events surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic, Brendan and Mark discuss the logistics of doing a home visit to pets in need during these trying times. Support our sponsors Microchips Australia: Microchips Australia is the Australian distributor for: Trovan microchips, readers and reading systems; Lone Star Veterinary Retractor systems and Petrek GPS tracking products. Microchips Australia is run by veterinarians experienced in small and large animal as well as avian and exotic practice, they know exactly what is needed for your practice. Chemical Essentials. Cleaning and disinfection products and solutions for a wide variety of industries throughout Australia, as well as specific markets in New Zealand, Singapore and Papua New Guinea. The sole importer of the internationally acclaimed F10SC Disinfectant and its related range of advanced cleaning, personal hygiene and animal skin care products. Specialised Animal Nutrition. Specialised Animal Nutrition is the Australian distributor of Oxbow Animal Health products. Used and recommended by top exotic animal veterinarians around the globe, the Oxbow range comprises premium life-staged feeds and supportive care products for small herbivores. Don't be Shy - say Hi! Send us an email: VetGurus@Gmail.com. We love hearing from our listeners -give us a yell now!

Give me a Break: 132 Apr 16, 2020

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Become a Patron Become a Patron of VetGurus: Support us by 'throwing a bone' to the VetGurus - a small regular donation to help pay for our production costs. It's easy; just go to our Patreon site. You can be a rabbit.. or an echidna.. one day we are hoping for a Guru level patron! https://www.patreon.com/VetGurus News Here's why Easter Is bad for bunniesExtreme bradycardia and tachycardia in the world’s largest animal Reviews PLAGUE INC. Brendan reviews the game Plague Inc. As the promo for the game says: 'Can you infect the world? Your pathogen has just infected 'Patient Zero'. Now you must bring about the end of human history...'. Something to while away the time with while you are in lockdown. He gives it a solid 8.9/10. Your local library - ebooks and magazines Main Topic: Mandibular Fractures in Rabbits Sometimes bad things happen. Despite our best intentions, the occasional rabbit dental treatment results in a fractured mandible. It's not all bad news, as Brendan and Mark discuss treatment options when this occurs. Support our sponsors Microchips Australia: Microchips Australia is the Australian distributor for: Trovan microchips, readers and reading systems; Lone Star Veterinary Retractor systems and Petrek GPS tracking products. Microchips Australia is run by veterinarians experienced in small and large animal as well as avian and exotic practice, they know exactly what is needed for your practice. Chemical Essentials. Cleaning and disinfection products and solutions for a wide variety of industries throughout Australia, as well as specific markets in New Zealand, Singapore and Papua New Guinea. The sole importer of the internationally acclaimed F10SC Disinfectant and its related range of advanced cleaning, personal hygiene and animal skin care products. Specialised Animal Nutrition. Specialised Animal Nutrition is the Australian distributor of Oxbow Animal Health products. Used and recommended by top exotic animal veterinarians around the globe, the Oxbow range comprises premium life-staged feeds and supportive care products for small herbivores. Don't be Shy - say Hi! Send us an email: VetGurus@Gmail.com. We love hearing from our listeners -give us a yell now!

Geriatric Rabbit Care: 131 Apr 12, 2020

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Special Episode To all our loyal subscribers and listeners: Mark and Brendan have decided to release an extra episode this week: something for you to listen to during isolation at home. Enjoy! News Scientist lands the one that got away for 15 yearsIndiana woman found dead with python wrapped around her neck in house filled with snakesMeloxicam Use in African Grey ParrotsBus stops in Utrecht designed to benefit bees Main Topic: Geriatric Rabbit Care When do we classify a rabbit as geriatric? What diseases do we commonly see in geriatric rabbits and how can we prevent or treat them? Listen in to learn the answers! Support our sponsors Specialised Animal Nutrition. Specialised Animal Nutrition is the Australian distributor of Oxbow Animal Health products. Used and recommended by top exotic animal veterinarians around the globe, the Oxbow range comprises premium life-staged feeds and supportive care products for small herbivores. Microchips Australia: Microchips Australia is the Australian distributor for: Trovan microchips, readers and reading systems; Lone Star Veterinary Retractor systems and Petrek GPS tracking products. Microchips Australia is run by veterinarians experienced in small and large animal as well as avian and exotic practice, they know exactly what is needed for your practice. Chemical Essentials. Cleaning and disinfection products and solutions for a wide variety of industries throughout Australia, as well as specific markets in New Zealand, Singapore and Papua New Guinea. The sole importer of the internationally acclaimed F10SC Disinfectant and its related range of advanced cleaning, personal hygiene and animal skin care products. Don't forget to drop us a line to say hi: VetGurus@gmail.com Don't be Shy - say Hi! Send us an email: VetGurus@Gmail.com. We love hearing from our listeners -give us a yell now! Become a Patron Become a Patron of VetGurus: Support us by 'throwing a bone' to the VetGurus - a small regular donation to help pay for our production costs. It's easy; just go to our Patreon site. You can be a rabbit.. or an echidna.. one day we are hoping for a Guru level patron! https://www.patreon.com/VetGurus

Nothing to Sneeze at: 130 Apr 09, 2020

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Don't be Shy - say Hi! Don't forget to drop us a line to say hi: VetGurus@gmail.com Main Topic: This week we talk COVID-19 form a veterinary perspective. Coping with isolation - at home and at work; how clinics are structuring practice flow to see patients and limit risks. Brendan and Mark also chat about veterinary telemedicine. Links Tiger at New York's Bronx Zoo tests positive for coronavirus as COVID-19 surges in USCoronavirus (COVID-19): AVA updatesReport of transmission from human to pet dog in Hong KongVictorian Veterinary Board: Remote consultations (telemedicine, technology-assisted consultations)NSW: Technology-based Patient ConsultationsHygiene Hand Antimicrobial Brass EDC Door Opener & Stylus Become a Patron Become a Patron of VetGurus: Support us by 'throwing a bone' to the VetGurus - a small regular donation to help pay for our production costs. It's easy; just go to our Patreon site. You can be a rabbit.. or an echidna.. one day we are hoping for a Guru level patron! https://www.patreon.com/VetGurus Support our sponsors Microchips Australia: Microchips Australia is the Australian distributor for: Trovan microchips, readers and reading systems; Lone Star Veterinary Retractor systems and Petrek GPS tracking products. Microchips Australia is run by veterinarians experienced in small and large animal as well as avian and exotic practice, they know exactly what is needed for your practice. Chemical Essentials. Cleaning and disinfection products and solutions for a wide variety of industries throughout Australia, as well as specific markets in New Zealand, Singapore and Papua New Guinea. The sole importer of the internationally acclaimed F10SC Disinfectant and its related range of advanced cleaning, personal hygiene and animal skin care products. Specialised Animal Nutrition. Specialised Animal Nutrition is the Australian distributor of Oxbow Animal Health products. Used and recommended by top exotic animal veterinarians around the globe, the Oxbow range comprises premium life-staged feeds and supportive care products for small herbivores.

Cold as Ice Part 2: 129 Apr 02, 2020

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Don't be Shy - say Hi! Don't forget to drop us a line to say hi: VetGurus@gmail.com Become a Patron Become a Patron of VetGurus: Support us by 'throwing a bone' to the VetGurus - a small regular donation to help pay for our production costs. It's easy; just go to our Patreon site. You can be a rabbit.. or an echidna.. one day we are hoping for a Guru level patron! https://www.patreon.com/VetGurus Main Topic: Antarctica Part 2 This week is Part 2 of Mark's Antarctic adventure - the animals he saw and photographed, and new friends. He talks from his quarantined Studio, outlining his adventure to the land of penguins and melting ice. Support our sponsors Specialised Animal Nutrition. Specialised Animal Nutrition is the Australian distributor of Oxbow Animal Health products. Used and recommended by top exotic animal veterinarians around the globe, the Oxbow range comprises premium life-staged feeds and supportive care products for small herbivores. Microchips Australia: Microchips Australia is the Australian distributor for: Trovan microchips, readers and reading systems; Lone Star Veterinary Retractor systems and Petrek GPS tracking products. Microchips Australia is run by veterinarians experienced in small and large animal as well as avian and exotic practice, they know exactly what is needed for your practice. Chemical Essentials. Cleaning and disinfection products and solutions for a wide variety of industries throughout Australia, as well as specific markets in New Zealand, Singapore and Papua New Guinea. The sole importer of the internationally acclaimed F10SC Disinfectant and its related range of advanced cleaning, personal hygiene and animal skin care products.

Cold as Ice: 128 Mar 26, 2020

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News Coronavirus pandemic triggers reduction in global air pollution46,000-year-old frozen bird uncovered in SiberiaDrug lord's rogue hippos taking over ColombiaPets in the Park Australia Don't be Shy - say Hi! Don't forget to drop us a line to say hi: VetGurus@gmail.com Become a Patron Become a Patron of VetGurus: Support us by 'throwing a bone' to the VetGurus - a small regular donation to help pay for our production costs. It's easy; just go to our Patreon site. You can be a rabbit.. or an echidna.. one day we are hoping for a Guru level patron! https://www.patreon.com/VetGurus Main Topic: Antarctica It's been a crazy few weeks worldwide and the next few months will be challenging. The VetGurus are not immune (pun intended) to the mayhem. This week we listen to Mark's Antarctic adventure - how he got there, and how he nearly didn't get home. He talks from his quarantined Studio, outlining his adventure to the land of penguins and melting ice. Support our sponsors Chemical Essentials. Cleaning and disinfection products and solutions for a wide variety of industries throughout Australia, as well as specific markets in New Zealand, Singapore and Papua New Guinea. The sole importer of the internationally acclaimed F10SC Disinfectant and its related range of advanced cleaning, personal hygiene and animal skin care products. Specialised Animal Nutrition. Specialised Animal Nutrition is the Australian distributor of Oxbow Animal Health products. Used and recommended by top exotic animal veterinarians around the globe, the Oxbow range comprises premium life-staged feeds and supportive care products for small herbivores. Microchips Australia: Microchips Australia is the Australian distributor for: Trovan microchips, readers and reading systems; Lone Star Veterinary Retractor systems and Petrek GPS tracking products. Microchips Australia is run by veterinarians experienced in small and large animal as well as avian and exotic practice, they know exactly what is needed for your practice.

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