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Treating Bacterial Pneumonia in Dogs and Cats Feb 26, 2026

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When bacterial pneumonia in a dog or cat is treated and managed appropriately, the prognosis for most patients is good. This episode of the VetFolio Voice podcast reviews common causes of bacterial pneumonia in dogs and cats, including aspiration and infectious causes. Dr. Cassi and Dr. Lori Waddell discuss the importance of the patient’s signalment and history in assessing risk factors for the various causes of pneumonia. Diagnostics, including thoracic radiographs and airway sampling–its usefulness and indications—as well as choosing empirical antibiotic therapy are also explored.

Canine Atopic Dermatitis: Cracking the Code in Diagnosis and Treatment Feb 19, 2026

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Unlike a simple infection with a clear-cut cure, canine atopic dermatitis (CAD) is an inflammatory, chronic condition with complex causes. Treating it with a one-size-fits-all approach is like trying to put a Yorkshire terrier’s sweater on a Great Dane—it will not work. In this episode of the VetFolio Voice podcast, discover the nuances in treating atopic dermatitis and finding the best fit for the individual patient. We explore how to alleviate pruritus while ruling out pruritic diseases that mimic atopy. Join us as we go from syndrome to solution in providing relief for your patients with CAD.

Cracking the Capnography Code Feb 12, 2026

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The data from a capnograph can help you identify complications or problems during veterinary anesthesia earlier than other monitoring methods, improving the safety of your patients. Tune in to this episode of the VetFolio Voice podcast to learn about the benefits of incorporating real-time continuous monitoring of CO2 with capnography in veterinary anesthesia as well as related physiology, equipment variations and troubleshooting errors. You’ll give your patients the best possible outcome when you understand the significance of a capnograph’s data!

Spotlight on Feline HCM: New Breakthroughs in Management Feb 05, 2026

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The most common heart disease in cats, feline hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) often progresses silently until it causes serious complications such as congestive heart failure or sudden death. While current treatments manage symptoms, new therapies targeting the underlying disease process offer promise for preclinical feline patients. In this CE episode of our VetFolio Voice podcast, we delve into feline HCM, including a review of patient characteristics, diagnosis and treatment as well as explore new, breakthrough therapies for preclinical HCM that show promise for managing this challenging disease. Be sure to log into VetFolio and take the quiz to qualify for your CE credit! https://www.vetfolio.com/courses/spotlight-on-feline-hcm-new-breakthroughs-in-management-podcast-quiz

Oral Regional Nerve Blocks: Application and Drug Combinations Jan 29, 2026

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Dental nerve blocks can enhance a veterinary patient’s well-being during a dental procedure. In this VetFolio Voice podcast episode, you’ll learn about the benefits of dental blocks as additional analgesia during these procedures, techniques for administering them, complications and how to avoid them, and what medications to use alone and in combination. Tune in to this episode and take the first step in mastering dental nerve blocks.

Placing Central Lines: It’s Not as Scary as It Sounds Jan 27, 2026

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The clock is ticking the minute a critically ill patient arrives in your clinic and requires long-term venous access. The choice between a traditional central venous catheter (CVC) and a peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC) is more than just a matter of location; it’s a decision that impacts everything you do for the patient. Tune in to this episode of the VetFolio Voice podcast to navigate the ins and outs of each option—including central line and PICC line differences and advantages, where they can be utilized best, what to monitor for and how to sample from a central line—so that you can make the most informed choice for these patients.

Pain Management in Pets: Tools, Techniques, and Teamwork Jan 15, 2026

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Veterinarians, veterinary technicians/nurses and pet owners all have a crucial role to play when it comes to pets and pain management, including pain assessment, diagnosis, patient monitoring and care. Tune in to the episode of this VetFolio Voice podcast as Dr. Cassi chats with Mary Ellen Goldberg about the importance of taking a collaborative approach, communication and the role of tools—such as videos—in accurately assessing a patient. Learn about objective measures, such as clinical metrology instruments, and the importance of tailoring treatment plans to patients. They also briefly cover medications and modalities, such as NSAIDs, Adequan, acupuncture, TENs units, Assisi loops, cold laser, physical therapy, and more.

New Paths, Same Passion Jan 08, 2026

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The journey to a different career path in veterinary medicine can offer a renewed sense of purpose. But for a veterinary professional contemplating a career change, the challenge often involves navigating the barriers in pivoting to a new professional identity. In this episode of the VetFolio Voice podcast, Dr. Cassi and Dr. Tannetje Crocker share their personal stories about moving between large animal work, small animal primary care, house calls and small animal emergency practice, among other career shifts. They explore the challenges, doubts and fears they faced during transitions and the lessons learned along the way as well as their experiences evaluating opportunities, weighing trade-offs and trusting their instincts.

Scribenote Spills the T(ech) Jan 01, 2026

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Grab your headphones and your hottest cup of T(ech). In this VetFolio Voice podcast episode, we’re serving up a fresh brew of Scribenote’s newest features. Get the scoop on Scribephone (it’s off the hook), meet Summi (your new AI BFF), and see how Quill gives your notes a serious glow-up. Tune in for paws-itively clever tips, tail-wagging tech, and everything you need to stay ahead in the veterinary world.

Talking Poop and Postbiotics: Updates on the Role of the Gut Microbiome Dec 25, 2025

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The complex world within an animal’s gut is often viewed as a bustling city of microbes, each playing a vital role in health and disease. In this episode of the VetFolio Voice podcast, we not only discuss live probiotics and dietary prebiotics for understanding how the gut microbiome impacts an animal’s systemic health but also shift focus to a new frontier: postbiotics. Learn about the future of microbiome research and its therapeutic applications in veterinary medicine. Be sure to log into VetFolio and take the quiz to qualify for your CE credit! https://www.vetfolio.com/courses/talking-poop-and-postbiotics-updates-on-the-role-of-the-gut-microbiome-podcast-quiz

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