VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts
VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts provide clinical veterinary medicine education for busy professionals. Hosted by Dr. Justine Lee and Dr. Garret Pachinger, the podcast offers concise, practical tips that can be absorbed in just a few minutes. It is designed for veterinary professionals who lack time for traditional learning methods like reading journals or attending lectures. The podcast aims to deliver essential facts efficiently, allowing listeners to learn on the go.
Episodes
Signing off with Dr. Justine Lee andamp; Dr. Garret Pachtinger | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts
In today’s VETgirl online veterinary continuing education podcast, Drs. Garret Pachtinger, DACVECC and Justine Lee, DACVECC, DABT discuss her upcoming retirement from VETgirl, effective July 2, 2026. Join us as we reminisce on the start of the small business back in 2012, the creation of content over the years (from all emergency critical care in 2013 to over 150+ hours a year in just about
One Life to Love with Dr. Sonya Gordon | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts
In this VETgirl veterinary continuing education podcast, we interview Dr. Sonya Gordon, DVSc, DACVIM (Cardiology) about practical myxomatous mitral valve disease (MMVD) staging without echocardiography. Learn about the critical stage B1-B2 transition, insights from the EPIC study on pimobendan, home monitoring with resting respiratory rates, and emerging innovations in technology for confident pre
The State(s) of Heartworm Incidence: What does the latest AHS Survey Show? | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts
In today’s VETgirl online veterinary continuing education podcast, we chat with Dr. Marisa Ames, DACVIM (Cardiology), who is president of the American Heartworm Society (AHS). Here she shares findings from the latest AHS heartworm incidence survey–including factors behind the spread of heartworm disease–and discusses how veterinarians can utilize the AHS map and protect patients
Implementing a CT Scanner into General Practice with Dr. Ernie Ward | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts
In today’s VETgirl online veterinary continuing education podcast, Dr. Ernie Ward discusses integrating CT scanners into general practice. Dr. Ward explains how this move closes the gap between suspicion and certainty, transforming diagnostics. He covers implementation, financial impact, and how in-house CT improves patient outcomes, enhances team satisfaction, and builds client trust.Sponso
The Long Road to Becoming a VTS (Surgery) with Cathy Mann | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts
In today’s VETgirl online veterinary continuing education podcast, we interview Cathy Mann, RVT, VTS (Surgery), (Anesthesia & Analgesia) about the long road to becoming a veterinary technician specialist in surgery! Tune in to hear about how to achieve this prestigious credential, how you can help mentor someone towards this achievement, or what doors open once you acquire this credentia
Chatting with Dr. Rob Pope, the Forrest Gump of Veterinary Medicine | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts
In this VETgirl veterinary continuing education podcast, we interview the Forrest Gump of veterinarians, Dr. Rob Pope. Be inspired and go the distance (over 15,700 miles!) by tuning in to learn about motivation, perseverance, and devotion to pets and people!
Feline Panleukopenia Testing: Are Dog and Cat Parvovirus POC Kits Interchangeable? | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts
In today’s VETgirl online veterinary continuing education podcast, we review a study on using canine-specific parvovirus tests for feline panleukopenia. The study found near-perfect agreement between canine and feline point-of-care kits from two manufacturers, giving clinicians a reasonable screening option when a feline-specific test is unavailable.
Smarter Care Starts at Home: What Pet Tech Means for Clinicians and Clients | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts
In today’s VETgirl online veterinary continuing education podcast, Dr. Ragen T.S. McGowan, Pet Behaviorist at Purina, discusses how veterinarians and pet owners can use at-home pet tech like activity trackers and litter box analytics to detect early signs of diseases such as CKD and arthritis. She highlights real examples, client engagement strategies, realistic device expectations, and the
Mastering Chronic Dermatology in Veterinary Practice with Dr. Tom Lewis | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts
In today's VETgirl online veterinary continuing education podcast, Dr. Thomas P. Lewis, DACVD shares expert guidance on managing chronic dermatology diseases in pets. He highlights common mistakes, such as overuse of antihistamines, stresses the importance of food trials and proper diagnostics, and offers tips for improving client communication and antimicrobial stewardship. Enhance your dermatolo
Unique Model for Maximizing Veterinary Technician Utilization | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts
In today’s VETgirl online veterinary continuing education podcast, we interview interview Dr. Douglas Cifranick, owner and veterinarian of the Woof Doctor on Wheels, a unique high-tech mobile veterinary care model and Jessica Lee, LVT about how their unique model for maximizing veterinary technician utilization. Tune in to learn how this team serves a larger population of pets by empowering
Sugar Crash, Seizures, and the Good News About Long-Term AEDs | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts
In today’s VETgirl online veterinary continuing education podcast, we review new 2025 data on insulin-induced hypoglycemic seizures in dogs and ask whether seizures at presentation translate into poor long-term neurologic outcomes and need for continued antiepileptic drug (AED) therapy. Tune in for a practical look at insulin-induced hypoglycemic seizures, who benefited from antiepileptic dr
The Why, When and How of Activity Restriction During Heartworm Treatment with Drs. Andy Moorhead and Uri Donnett | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts
In today's VETgirl online veterinary continuing education podcast, Drs. Andy Moorhead, Associate Professor, Department of Clinical Sciences at North Carolina State University and Uri Donnett, Chief Veterinarian, Dane County Humane Society in Madison, Wisconsin discuss the why, when and how of activity restriction during heartworm treatment. There’s more to canine heartworm treatment than administe
Heartworm Mythbusting: Helping Clients Separate Facts from Fiction | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts
In today's VETgirl online veterinary continuing education podcast, Drs. Chris Adolph, MS, ACVM and Cindy Culpepper debunk common heartworm myths, addressing client misconceptions on prevention, treatment, and risks for dogs and cats. In an age of digital and social media, pet owners today can become both informed AND misinformed about heartworm disease. This can present significant challenges when
Donning Gloves in the Veterinary Setting with Dr. Diccon Westworth | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts
In today’s VETgirl online veterinary continuing education podcast, we chat with Dr. Diccon Westworth, BVSc, DACVIM (Neurology) from VCA Animal Care Center (ACC) of Sonoma County on what we can do to practice more sustainably when it comes to our veterinary clinics. Dr. Westworth leads the Sustainability “Green” Team at ACC and is on the board of directors at the not-for-profit Ve
Optimizing Patient Outcome and Workplace Safety by Implementing Medical Error Reporting with Dr. Rochelle Low | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts
In today’s VETgirl online veterinary continuing education podcast, we chat with Dr. Rochelle Low, MaS, MHL, Global VP of Quality and Patient Safety for Mars Veterinary Health about the importance of medical error reporting. Tune in to learn about near misses, how to implement a medical error reporting system, and how to empower the veterinary care team towards solutions to reduce harmful acc
Creating More Happy Days in Veterinary Medicine | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts
In today's VETgirl online veterinary continuing education podcast, we interview Randy Hall, a leadership coach, founder and CEO of VetLead, a veterinary hospital leadership consulting business, about proven strategies to create more happy days in veterinary medicine. Discover how veterinary professionals can boost workplace happiness, improve team culture, and drive positive change for lasting car
GI Food Allergy Mistakes Through a Dermatologist's POV with Dr. Ashley Bourgeois, DACVD | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts
In today's VETgirl online veterinary CE podcast, we talk to Dr. Ashley Bourgeois, DACVD who shares a dermatologist’s perspective on common GI food allergy mistakes in pets. She discusses often-missed diagnostic steps in chronic pruritus with GI signs, pitfalls in diet selection, key factors in diet compliance, expected outcomes, and her top three non-negotiables for managing chronic dermatology ca
Dual Therapy with Clopidogrel and Rivaroxaban in Cats with Thromboembolic Disease | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts
In today's VETgirl online veterinary continuing education podcast, we review a recent paper by Lo et al. entitled “Dual therapy with clopidogrel and rivaroxaban in cats with thromboembolic disease.” If you hate seeing cats present to you screaming from saddle thrombus, you’ll want to pay attention. This newest evidence of dual vs. monotherapy therapy with antithrombotic agents may change how you t
Breathing Room: Updated Survival Data for Mechanically Ventilated Dogs | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts
In today's VETgirl online veterinary continuing education podcast, we review new 2025 data on mechanical ventilation in dogs and explore whether outcomes for patients undergoing positive pressure ventilation are improving. Tune in for a practical look at survival data and what it means for everyday ICU decision-making and conversations with pet owners.
Managing Hyperkalemia in Blocked Cats: Do We Need More Than Fluids? | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts
In today's VETgirl online veterinary continuing education podcast, we review new 2025 data on hyperkalemia management in blocked cats and whether insulin-dextrose, bicarbonate, or beta2-agonists outperform IV fluids in reducing serum potassium and creatinine 4 hours post-treatment. Tune in for a quick breakdown of what these findings mean for your real-world blocked cat-protocols.
Influences on Veterinary Technician Burnout, Fulfillment and Longevity with Kelly Foltz | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts
In today's VETgirl online veterinary continuing education podcast, Kelly Foltz, LVT, RVT, CVT, VTS (ECC), co-author of Perceptions and Experiences of Veterinary Assistants, Veterinary Technicians/Nurses, and Veterinary Technician Specialists, discusses key predictive factors influencing burnout, job fulfillment, and long-term career interest of non-DVM veterinary professionals. Dive into insights
The DEA, Reverse Distribution for Veterinarians, and What You Need to Know | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts
In today’s VETgirl online veterinary continuing education podcast, we chat with William Doxey about everything veterinarians need to know about the DEA’s requirements regarding reverse distribution for controlled drugs. Ensure you are meeting DEA requirements when handling expired controlled drugs or drugs that need to be returned.
Using Apgar Scoring in Veterinary Medicine with Dr. Emmanuel Fontaine | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts
In today's VETgirl online veterinary continuing education podcast, we interview Dr. Emmanuel Fontaine, MSc, PhD, DECAR who discusses the importance of Apgar scoring for newborn puppies and kittens. He highlights its role in early detection of neonatal distress, improving survival rates, and promoting structured teamwork during C-sections and neonatal care.
FIP in Real Practice- Updated Clinical Cues and Diagnostics | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts
In today's VETgirl online veterinary continuing education podcast, we’re talking about feline infectious peritonitis (FIP)! In the last few years, antivirals have completely flipped the script on what used to be a largely fatal disease - reported response rates are climbing! As we scramble to give these cats a fighting chance with evolving antiviral protocols, clinicians around the world are shari
Top Innovations Shaping Veterinary Medicine in 2026 with Drs. Garret Pachtinger and Justine Lee | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts
In today's VETgirl online veterinary continuing education podcast, Drs. Garret Pachtinger, DACVECC and Justine Lee, DACVECC, DABT discuss exciting innovations in veterinary medicine for 2026, including AI integration, personalized care, urgent care growth, and advanced diagnostics. They highlight how technology is enhancing patient outcomes, workflow efficiency, and client communication in veterin
The Long Road to Acquiring a VTS (Dentistry) with Stefanie Perry | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts
In today's VETgirl online veterinary continuing education podcast, we interview Stefanie Perry, CVT, VTS (Dentistry), owner of VetNerd Dentistry Training, who describes the journey to becoming a VTS (Dentistry), the role of the Academy of Veterinary Dental Technicians, career opportunities, and the importance of veterinary technicians in dentistry and professional associations. To gain insights an
Long-Term Outcomes of Mitral Valve Repair with Artificial Chordae and Annuloplasty for Myxomatous Mitral Valve Disease in Dogs | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts
In today's VETgirl online veterinary continuing education podcast, we review a recent paper by Kurogochi et al entitled “Long-Term Outcomes of Mitral Valve Repair with Artificial Chordae and Annuloplasty for Myxomatous Mitral Valve Disease in Dogs”, published in the Journal of Veterinary Internal Medicine in 2025. Now, you’re unlikely to be doing heart surgery on your myxomatous mitral valve disea
Blunt Trauma Pneumothorax in Dogs: When to Tap, Tube, or Chill | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts
In today's VETgirl online veterinary continuing education podcast, we discuss the latest evidence on managing blunt trauma pneumothorax in dogs, based on a recent study out of JVECC. Tune in to learn when thoracocentesis, thoracostomy tubes, or conservative observation may be appropriate, and refresh your approach to pneumothorax management in trauma patients.
Evidence-Based Biopsy Site Selection for Feline LGITL and LPE | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts
In today's VETgirl online veterinary continuing education podcast, we explore how multiple-site gastrointestinal biopsies compare to traditional jejunal biopsies in the ability to differentiate between lymphoplasmacytic enteritis (LPE) and low-grade intestinal T-cell lymphoma (LGITL) in cats.
Importance of Standardizing Patient Transfers and Rounds | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts
In today's VETgirl online veterinary continuing education podcast, we are joined by Theresa Cosper-Roberts, RVT, CVPM, ACVE (DE), Senior Consultant – Practice Management for National Veterinary Solutions, LLC, and Simone Conwell, RVT, VTS (ECC) to discuss the importance of standardizing patient transfers and rounds. Whether you're a general practitioner referring a patient, the receiving referral
How to Have More Influence on Upper Management in Your Practice | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts
In today's VETgirl online veterinary continuing education podcast, we interview Randy Hall, a leadership coach, founder and CEO of VetLead, a veterinary hospital leadership consulting business, discuss ways we can responsibly and respectfully have more influence on upper management. Tune in to learn how to create space for optimized listening, ensure expectations are aligned between your role and
Ocular FIP -; A New Vision For Treatment | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts
In today's VETgirl online veterinary continuing education podcast, we discuss the latest on antiviral therapy for feline infectious peritonitis (FIP) with ocular involvement, based on a recent JVIM paper. Tune in to learn how antivirals may be reshaping treatment for ocular FIP, hear practical pearls to guide your management, set clear expectations with pet owners, and refresh how you approach FIP
Colonic Stricture Formation After Rectal Foley Catheter Use in a Dog | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts
In today's VETgirl online veterinary continuing education podcast, we review the first reported case of colonic stricture formation linked to rectal Foley catheter use in a dog treated for acute hemorrhagic diarrhea syndrome. Be aware of the potential risks of an often-overlooked supportive practice used during nursing care. Tune in to learn how this information can guide safer management of recta
Prevalence of Complications after Tracheal Stenting in Dogs | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts
In today's VETgirl online veterinary continuing education podcast, we review a recent paper out of France by Robin et al entitled “A systematic review and meta-analysis of prevalence of complications after tracheal stenting in dogs”. You’re probably asking – what’s a meta-analysis study, and is this podcast going to be boring and just about statistics? Well, first, a meta-analysis is an article th
Prognostic Indicators of ROSC: What's the Latest Evidence? | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts
In today's VETgirl online veterinary continuing education podcast, we dig into the latest evidence on prognostic indicators during Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) in dogs and cats. Using data from the RECOVER registry, this 2025 JVECC study sheds light on which factors can help predict return of spontaneous circulation (ROSC) and survival to discharge, giving us practical tools to guide our de
Frequency and Progression of Azotemia During Acute and Chronic Treatment of Congestive Heart Failure in Cats | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts
In today's VETgirl online veterinary continuing education podcast, we review a recent paper by Rogg et al titled “Frequency and Progression of Azotemia During Acute and Chronic Treatment of Congestive Heart Failure in Cats,” which was published in the Journal of Veterinary Internal Medicine in 2025. After all, many of us are taught that we are “between a rock and a hard place” when it comes to ail
The Long Road to Becoming a VTS in Clinical Pathology with Barbie Papajeski | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts
In today's VETgirl online veterinary continuing education podcast, we interview Barbie Papajeski, MS, LVT, RLATG, VTS (Clinical Pathology) about the long road to becoming a veterinary technician specialist (VTS) in clinical pathology. Take a listen if you plan to mentor someone through the process or if you are a veterinary technician interested in becoming a VTS (Clinical Pathology). To find out
Sedation Isn't Surrender: Why Fear-free Starts Before the Exam Room | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts
In this VETgirl veterinary continuing education podcast, we interview Drs. Erica Thiel, Director of Clinical Excellence at IndeVets, and Jennifer Merlo, CVBMC, Elite FFCP-V. VP, Veterinary Affairs, Fear Free LLC about the use of the game-changing pre-visit pharmaceuticals to enhance emotional safety for pets and veterinary professionals. We often feel guilty about sedating animals. Let’s reframe i
Antifibrinolytics and the Hemoabdomen: What's the Latest Evidence? | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts
In today's VETgirl online veterinary continuing education podcast, we dig into a popular question in emergency surgery: can antifibrinolytics such as epsilon aminocaproic acid (εACA) really help slow the bleed in dogs with spontaneous hemoabdomen? A recently published prospective study takes a stab at answering it, but does the data give us clarity, or perhaps more questions? Tune in as we explore
Echinococcus, Protecting Patients and Educating Dog Owners: A One Health Perspective | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts
In today's VETgirl online veterinary CE podcast, we talk to Dr. Jason Stull, VMD, MPVM, PhD, DACVPM, Associate Professor in Veterinary Medicine at the University of Prince Edward Island about Echinococcus multilocularis and the growing prevalence in veterinary medicine. Tune in as Dr. Stull reviews this potentially zoonotic parasite, how to diagnosis and treat pets with it, and how to communicate
Oclacitinib Toxicity in Dogs andamp; Cats with Dr. Sara Lister | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts
In today's VETgirl online veterinary continuing education podcast, we interview Dr. Sara Lister, DABT, DABVT who provides us with a critical update to increase awareness of reports of severe Apoquel® (oclacitinib) toxicosis in dogs and cats during overdose situations. Tune in to hear about the latest updates for managing oclacitinib intoxication in dogs and cats, the clinical signs, and treatment
Wolbachia and Heartworms: A Marriage That Needs a Break-Up | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts
In today's VETgirl online veterinary CE podcast, we interview Dr. Laura Kramer, PhD, DEVPC, Professor of Veterinary Parasitology and Parasitic Diseases at the University of Parma Veterinary School in Italy. She has focused her career on pioneering work on the Wolbachia-heartworm connection. Thanks to scientists like her, veterinarians today can treat heartworm disease more safely and more successf
How to Help the Culture Around You Improve | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts
In today's VETgirl online veterinary continuing education podcast, we interview Randy Hall, one of our guest bloggers, a leadership coach, founder and CEO of VetLead, a veterinary hospital leadership consulting business, about how to help the culture around you improve. Tune in to learn how veterinary technicians influence a practice culture and why it matters!Sponsored By:
Veterinary Approaches to Osteoarthritis: Diagnosis, Management andamp; Co-Conditions | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts
In this VETgirl online veterinary continuing education podcast, we chat with Dr. Nicola Volstad, DACVS, Chief of Surgery at VCA Veterinary Specialists of the Valley about how we can improve early diagnosis of osteoarthritis. Tune to learn how we can implement a multimodal approach through treatment options, lifestyle changes and the role of nutraceuticals to address osteoarthritis.Sponsored By: Hi
Hot Beads, Clean Tools: What's the Evidence? | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts
In today's VETgirl online veterinary continuing education podcast, we take a closer look at a rapid disinfection technique using a thermal glass bead device for everyday veterinary tools, like suture scissors. Are we truly preventing cross-contamination between patients, or just relying on ‘good enough’? Tune in as we unpack a simple, time-saving solution that could help reduce the risk of infecti
Updates in Treatments for Feline Diabetes with Dr. Chris Byers | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts
In this VETgirl veterinary continuing education podcast, we interview Dr. Christopher G. Byers, DACVIM, DACVECC about SGLT2 inhibitors for the treatment of diabetes mellitus to manage hyperglycemia in cats. Tune in to know how to select the ideal feline diabetic candidate for this diabetes mellitus treatment option!Sponsored By: Boehringer Ingelheim
Apomorphine vs. Ropinirole as an Emetic in Veterinary Medicine | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts
In today's VETgirl online veterinary continuing education podcast, we dig into this VETgirl’s favorite topic – toxicology! Is ropinirole (ROP) as effective as apomorphine (APO) for inducing vomiting in dogs presenting to the emergency room after ingestion of potentially toxic or foreign material? Join us as Dr. Justine Lee, DACVECC, DABT reviews the recent paper by Reeves et al entitled "Evaluatio
Healing From Errors: When Good Vets Make Mistakes | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts
In this VETgirl veterinary continuing education podcast, we interview Drs. Anita Patel, Senior Director of Clinical Excellence and Mentorship, and Dylan Krowicki, Director of Clinical Excellence at IndeVets, about the importance of acknowledging and healing from errors. It happens, good vets make mistakes. Tune in to hear how to acknowledge and address mistakes when they are made and how to turn m
Exploring the AALAS Credentials with Cody Robinette, RVT, RLATG | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts
In today's VETgirl online veterinary continuing education podcast, we interview Cody Robinette, RVT, CVT, RLATG at Indiana University’s School of Medicine about the pathway to the credentials, ALAT, LAT and LATG, one can obtain through the American Association for Laboratory Animal Science or AALAS. Tune in to learn about what you need to sit for these examinations and how they can enrich your car
Outpatient Protocol for Managing Acute Canine Pancreatitis Using a Novel Wearable Pain Device | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts
In today's VETgirl online veterinary continuing education podcast, we’re diving into a hot topic: managing pancreatitis in dogs. More specifically, we’re taking a closer look at an outpatient treatment protocol. Let’s face it, treatment for pancreatitis can be prolonged and expensive, often requiring hospitalization, intravenous (IV) fluids, antiemetic therapy, nutritional support, analgesics, ant
Ins and Outs of Microbiology Sample Submissions: Recommendations From Veterinary Microbiologists | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts
In today's VETgirl online veterinary continuing education podcast, we review practical recommendations from veterinary microbiologists on how to optimize diagnostic sample submissions in small animal practice. Ever wonder if that swab, tissue, or fluid you're sending off is actually giving the lab what they need? Submitting high-quality samples—with the right handling, context, and communication—c
Praziquantel Resistance with Dr. Jeba Jesudoss Chelladurai | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts
In this VETgirl veterinary continuing education podcast, we interview Dr. Jeba Jesudoss Chelladurai, BVSc, MS, PhD, DACVM, about praziquantel resistance with tapeworm parasites. Tune in to find out everything you need to know to ensure your patients are adequately protected against these gastrointestinal parasites!Sponsored By: Boehringer Ingelheim
A Real Life Approach to Osteoarthritis Management | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts
In today's VETgirl online veterinary CE podcast, we talk to Dr. David Dycus, MS, CCRP, DACVS, paid consultant for Elanco Animal Health, about a real-life approach to osteoarthritis management in dogs. NSAIDs are the cornerstone for reducing pain and inflammation associated with osteoarthritis. Tune in to learn about effective options for the management of canine osteoarthritis!Sponsored By: Elanco
Adjustments in FIP Treatment Dosing and Duration | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts
In today's VETgirl online veterinary continuing education podcast, we’re diving into a recent study that may reshape how we manage feline infectious peritonitis (FIP), especially around treatment dosing and duration. With growing success using antiviral therapy for this once considered “universally fatal” disease, we now have the opportunity to refine our protocols based on real-world outcomes. S
HCM andamp; Felcyin-CA1: What You Need to Know with Dr. Ashlie Saffire | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts
In today's VETgirl online veterinary continuing education podcast, Dr. Ashlie Saffire, DAVBP (feline practice), discusses Felcyin-CA1 (sirolimus delayed-release tablets), an FDA conditionally approved treatment option to slow the progression of hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) in cats manufactured by PRN Pharmacal. HCM is known as the silent killer in cats! Tune in to find out if Felycin-CA1 is t
How To Continue Growing in Your Career as a Veterinary Technician | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts
In today's VETgirl online veterinary continuing education podcast, we interview Randy Hall, one of our guest contributors, a leadership coach, founder and CEO of VetLead, a veterinary hospital leadership consulting business, about how to continue growing your career as a veterinary technician. Tune in to level up!Sponsored By:
RECOVERing Post-Arrest: CPR Outcomes; What's the Evidence? | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts
In today's VETgirl online veterinary continuing education podcast, we dive into what we currently know about post-arrest care and survival following veterinary CPR. It’s hard to believe it’s been over a decade since the RECOVER Initiative brought us the first, standardized, evidence-based veterinary CPR guidelines. Many of us have probably experienced the adrenaline - and relief! - of successfully
Understanding Microbiome and Gut Health with Jenessa A. Winston, DVM, PhD, DACVIM (SAIM) | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts
In this VETgirl online veterinary continuing education podcast, we chat with Jenessa A. Winston, DVM, PhD, DACVIM (SAIM), Associate Professor of Small Animal Medicine at the Ohio State University about the importance of microbiome for and beyond, gut health. What is the microbiome, and what type of gastrointestinal (GI) microorganisms are we talking about? How does GI microbiome apply to us in cli
Intradiscal Injection of Chondroitinase ABC in Down Dogs with IVDD with Dr. Nicholas Jeffery | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts
In today's VETgirl online veterinary continuing education podcast, we interview Dr. Nick Jeffery, BVSc, PhD, MSc, DECVS, DECVN, Professor in Neurology and Neurosurgery from Texas A&M on a recent study by Freeman et al entitled “Percutaneous enzymatic chemonucleolysis of intervertebral disks appears safe and effective in treatment of acute-onset paraparesis and paraplegia in small dogs,” publis
Heartworm Management andamp; Vector Control | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts
In today's VETgirl online veterinary CE podcast, we interview entomologist Dr. Lyric Bartholomay and American Heartworm Society (AHS) board member Dr. Tom Nelson about the many changes that are occurring in the heartworm vector landscape, as well as the resulting impact on how the AHS views the risk of heartworms in the U.S. They also offer important and practical tips to help practitioners manage
Conservative Management of TL IVDD in Dogs | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts
In today's VETgirl online veterinary continuing education podcast, we investigate whether small dogs with IVDD can regain ambulation following conservative management. Is surgical intervention the only treatment recommendation for non-ambulatory dogs presenting with loss of deep pain nociception? Tune in with us as we review a prospective study reporting on the conservative management of small, no
Reviewing the 2025 ACVAA Small Animal Anesthesia Monitoring Guidelines with Jennifer Sager | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts
In today's VETgirl online veterinary continuing education podcast, we interview Jennifer Sager, RVT, CVT, LVT, VTS (Anesthesia & Analgesia) (ECC), Regional Nursing Director, with VEG ER for Pets, and the only veterinary technician contributing author on The American College of Veterinary Anesthesia and Analgesia Small Animal Anesthesia and Sedation Monitoring Guidelines 2025. Tune in to hear w
Increasing Efficiency, Decreasing Burnout: How AI is Lightening the Load for Vets | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts
In this VETgirl veterinary continuing education podcast, we interview Drs. Christina Moore, MBA, and Dani Cimino, about how AI is increasing veterinary efficiency and decreasing burnout! Tune in to find out how you can incorporate AI ethically and effectively into your practice and decrease your and your team's burnout, improve clinical efficiency, work-life balance, and clinical excellence! Sound
Aortic Thromboembolism (ATE) in Dogs with Dr. Missy Carpentier | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts
In today's VETgirl online veterinary continuing education podcast, we interview Dr. Missy Carpentier, DACVIM (Neurology) of Minnesota Veterinary Neurology on aortic thromboembolism (ATE) in dogs. While this seems like a "cardiology" or emergency critical care problem, ATE is a classic presentation for the "down" dog. That said, ATE in dogs is entirely different from cats—in everything from signalm
All You Need to Know About Lyme Disease with Dr. Andrew Eschner | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts
In this VETgirl veterinary continuing education podcast, we interview Dr. Andrew Eschner, Regional Director of Veterinary Professional Services with Boehringer Ingelheim about all things ticks Lyme disease! Tune in to find out how long it takes to transmit Borrelia burgdorferi to a dog after its been bitten? How long will it take a dog to show positive on a test? When will that dog start to show s
Are IV Fluids Necessary Following Feline Blood Donation? | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts
In today's VETgirl online veterinary continuing education podcast, we explore whether intravenous (IV) fluid therapy is truly necessary after feline donation by reviewing the prospective study, "Intravenous fluid therapy compared to no treatment following blood donation in cats: a randomized controlled trial.' Many of us were taught (or have routinely seen) the protocol of administering IV fluids
Updates in Duration of Antibiotic Therapy for Treatment of Pneumonia in Dogs | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts
In today's VETgirl online veterinary continuing education podcast, we’re tackling a hot topic: how long should dogs with bacterial pneumonia remain on antimicrobials? While traditional recommendations from the 2017 ISCAID (International Society for Companion Animal Infectious Diseases) guidelines advise 4-6 weeks of antimicrobial treatment, we acknowledge that strong veterinary evidence has been l
Sharp Decisions: Should we Change Needles After Vial Puncture? | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts
In today's VETgirl online veterinary continuing education podcast, we dig into the findings of the JAVMA publication, Needle sharpness is minimally affected by vaccine vial puncture, which challenges a long-standing and widely followed practice in veterinary medicine - changing needles between drawing up a vaccine and injecting it into an animal. Is this something we should be doing? Tune in to fi
Key Takeaways From the 2024 AAHA Fluid Therapy Guidelines with Dr. Vaidehi Paranjape, DACVAA | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts
In today's VETgirl online veterinary continuing education podcast, Dr. Vaidehi Paranjape, DACVAA discusses the key takeaways from the 2024 AAHA Fluid Therapy Guidelines for Dogs and Cats. As one of the peer reviewers of the publication, Dr. Paranjape highlights the importance of hydration assessment, fluid type, rate selection, and changes in fluid rates during anesthesia.
Cutting Edge Updates From ACVIM that Actually Matter for Your Clinical Day-to-Day with Dr. Michelle Evason | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts
In today's VETgirl online veterinary continuing education podcast, Dr. Michelle Evason, BSc, DVM, DACVIM, MRCVS, Global Director of Veterinary Clinical Education at Antech, part of Mars Science & Diagnostics, discusses the cutting edge updates from the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (ACVIM) that you can't miss for your clinical day-to-day operations. Tune in to hear more abou
You Hear a Heart Murmur in that Dog or Cat: Now What? with Dr. Anna McManamey, DACVIM (Cardiology) | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts
In this VETgirl veterinary continuing education podcast, we interview Dr. Anna K. McManamey, DACVIM (Cardiology) about what to do if you hear a heart murmur in a dog or cat. Asymptomatic heart diseases can be silent killers--challenging to diagnosis and treat. Tune in to learn about the five ACVIM recognized stages of canine myxomatous mitral valve disease and feline cardiomyopathy, when we should
Stronger Together: How Mentorship Is Transforming the Veterinary Profession | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts
In this VETgirl veterinary continuing education podcast, we interview Anita Patel, DVM, Senior Director of Clinical Excellence and Mentorship, and Carolina Baquerizo, DVM, mentee and practicing veterinarian with IndeVets, about the importance of mentorship. Mentorship creates stronger bonds that transform sustainability in the veterinary profession. Tune in to find out how to maximize your mentors
Compassionate Detachment with Kristi Lehman Part 2 | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts
In this VETgirl veterinary continuing education podcast, we interview Kristi Lehman, MSW, LISW, CCFP about the importance of compassionate detachment in part 2 of this two part series. Listen to find out about how to find balance to preserve your wellbeing, increase your level of self-care, elevate your compassionate resilience and ultimately improve longevity in the veterinary industry.Sponsored
Feline Leukemia Virus (FeLV): How Real is the Threat? with Dr. Richard Ford, MS, DACVIM, DACVPM | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts
In this VETgirl veterinary continuing education podcast, we interview Dr. Richard Ford, MS, DACVIM, DACVPM about the complexities of feline leukemia (FeLV) virus infection and how those complexities impact decisions made in clinical practice. Tune in to gain an understanding of this complex infection, what the prevalence of FeLV is in the United States, and what we can do to help prevent it!Sponso
Managing Atopic Dermatitis in 2025 with Dr. Thomas Lewis, DACVD | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts
In today’s VETgirl online veterinary CE podcast, we talk to Dr. Thomas Lewis, DACVD, paid consultant for Elanco Animal Health, about managing atopic dermatitis in 2025. In veterinary medicine, we see a lot of atopic dermatitis in clinical practice. Stay up-to-date in managing atopic dermatitis, knowing when food trials are appropriate, and what new medications help make our patients comforta
Friendly Banter Between Colleagues on IV Catheter Care | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts
In today's VETgirl online veterinary continuing education podcast, Amanda M. Shelby, RVT, VTS (Anesthesia & Analgesia) and Dr. Amy Kaplan-Zattler, cVMA, DACVECC, MRCVS discuss all things IV catheter placement and care. Tune in to hear about Dr. Kaplan and Amanda's talk about their findings and preference on catheter flush frequency, heparin or non-hepatized saline for flush, aseptic scrub tech
Autoimmune Effects of Canine Influenza or DA2PP Vaccination on Platelets | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts
In today's VETgirl online veterinary CE podcast, we discuss the potential development of an autoimmune response against platelets following live virus infection from canine influenza, and separately following vaccination with distemper (DA2PP) vaccine. Have you ever wondered before in your immune-mediated thrombocytopenic patients whether or not recent vaccination could have been the inciting fact
Prevalence of Acute Kidney Injury and Outcome in Cats Treated as Inpatients Versus Outpatients Following Lily Exposure | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts
In today's VETgirl online veterinary CE podcast, Dr. Erica Reineke, DACVECC discusses the prevalence of acute kidney injury and outcome in cats who ingested lilies when they are treated as inpatients compared to outpatients. If we treat our feline nephrotoxicant patients outpatient, will it decrease survival? Tune in to learn what you need to know regarding lily exposure in cats when deciding to t
Vector Borne Disease with Drs. Jimmy Barr and Michelle Evason | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts
In today's VETgirl online veterinary continuing education podcast, Dr. Michelle Evason, BSc, DVM, DACVIM, MRCVS, Global Director of Veterinary Clinical Education at Antech, and Dr. Jimmy Barr, DACVECC, Chief Medical Officer at Antech, part of Mars Science & Diagnostics, discuss vector borne disease including spectrum of care. Screening dogs for vector-borne disease pathogens, like Lyme and Hea
Planning for a Successful, Future Practice Ownership Exit | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts
In today's VETgirl online veterinary continuing education podcast, Brian Cavanaugh, co-founder and partner at VetValue talks about the importance of planning practice ownership exit transitions. A successful transition away from practice ownership involves more than just deciding to 'sell my practice.' Tune in to learn about resources available to you as you explore and navigate your next transiti
