Podcasts by The Vets Unleashed

Season 6 Wrap Up! from 2023-06-21T16:00

The Vets Unleashed celebrates the wrap of Season 6!  Dr. Scott and Dr. Mike share their favorite episodes...

Catching Up With Stephanie: Finishing the Second Year from 2023-06-06T15:27

In this episode we check in with return guest Stephanie Han on the conclusion to her 2nd year of veterinary school.Listen

A Conversation with Dr. Doug Mader from 2023-05-16T09:00

Dr. Doug Mader is a triple boarded veterinarian, author, mentor, teacher, and story teller whose new book, The Vet at Noah’s Ark: Stories of Survival from an Inner City Animal Hospital...

Ep. 87 Sabbaticals! from 2023-05-04T18:49

Paid time off is one thing, but the ability to take an extended leave from your job without worrying about money or insurance is something else entirely.  Dr. Scott and Dr. Mike explor...

Best Pet Products 2023 Part 1 from 2023-04-19T07:00

There’s a lot of options when it comes to taking care of your pets.  Whether it’s food bowls, leashes, beds, or puzzles, it’s easy to get target confusion when trying to outfit your pe...

The Keys to Happiness as a Veterinarian from 2023-04-04T15:01

Sit down, have a drink, or a happy pill, what else do you need?  In this episode, the vets look at what it means to be happy as a person and a professional.  Are we passive in our abil...

Choosing The Purrrrfect Cat from 2023-03-21T12:43

There’s a lot to consider when deciding to bring a new cat into the home.  Do I want a kitten? An older ca...

Vets in the Media with Dr. Courtney Campbell from 2023-03-08T19:30

With the rise of social media every vet has a platform to reach as many followers as they can garner. Dr. Scott and Dr. Mike are joined by Dr. Courtney Campbell to discuss the pitfalls and benef...

Ep. 82: Extraordinary Vet Techs from 2023-02-21T10:00

Vet techs play a vital role in patient care and client communication in ways that touch people’s lives forever. Return guest Jessie Johan stops by...

Choosing Kindness from 2023-02-07T10:00

Whether it’s being cut off in traffic or dealing with an irate client, it’s natural to react in anger. Is there anything we can do to change our nature and create a more positive response?  Toda...

Ep 80: Catching Up With Stephanie from 2023-01-24T10:00

Welcome to Season 6 of the Vets Unleashed!  After a brief hiatus, Dr. Mike and Dr. Scott spend this episode catching up with return guest UC Davis veterinary stud...

Season Six Preveiew from 2023-01-10T16:32:49

Happy 2023 and welcome to Season 6 of The Vets Unleashed! Get a glimpse of the year to come as we lay out the focus for this season’s modus operandi and celebrate...

Ep 78: That's A Wrap on Season 5 from 2022-09-01T04:42:44

Goodbye for now. Tune in as Dr. Mike, and Dr. Scott close out another amazing season of The Vets Unleashed.

Dr. Mike and Dr. Scott reflect on the amazing guest and topics they've been abl...

Ep 75: Eliminating Vet Care Deserts with Dr. Courtney Campbell from 2022-08-02T04:00:51

Hey gang! Welcome back to another episode of Vets Unleashed, the podcast that speaks with animal lovers and professionals about the comings and goings in the animal kingdom.Listen

Ep 74: How to Set Up a Trust for Your Pet with Jeff Stromberg from 2022-07-19T04:23:33

In today’s episode, the Vets are embarking on a topic they’ve never had before - estate planning for your pets. They’re joined by Jeff Stromberg, an estate planning att...

Ep 73: Understanding Pet Funerals and its Importance to the Family from 2022-07-05T04:54:35

Today, Dr. Mike and Dr. Scott are talking to Lisa McClenahan, sister-in-law to Dr. Mike, hypnotherapist, and life coach who offers a pre-euthanasia service for pet owne...

Ep 72: How Vet Techs Can Maximize Their Degrees with Leslie Ferguson from 2022-06-21T04:00:54

The vets are joined by a familiar face, or rather - voice, in today’s episode all about maximizing your degree as a vet tech. Leslie Ferguson is back to share her insight and knowledge on the ro...

Ep 71: The Good, The Bad, The Average? from 2022-06-07T04:00:07

Most people want to work with only the best of the best. It makes them feel secure that they are going to receive top notch quality care from a trusted vet. However, sometimes you can't get the bes...

Ep 70: Network&Build Professional Relationships That Advance Your Veterinary Career from 2022-05-24T04:00:40

Today, Dr. Mike and Dr. Scott are talking about why professional relationships and networking might seem like a superficial thing to do but can actually be an important element to help your care...

Ep 69: What Toxic Positivity Looks Like in the Veterinary Field from 2022-05-10T04:00:11

It’s no secret that the vets fear that veterinary medicine is a profession in crisis. The vets have addressed it on their show before but today, they’re taking a look at one aspect that contribu...

Ep 68: Myth Busting in Vet Medicine from 2022-04-26T04:00:52

Today, Dr. Mike and Dr. Scott are talking about the myths and misunderstandings in the veterinarian medicine space, including where these myths come from and how they handle this misinformation whe...

Ep 67: Why Pet Care Should Be Accessible&Affordable To All Pet Owners: Crossover Episode from 2022-04-12T14:53:58

Today, in this special crossover episode, Katya from The Animal That Changed You podcast is taking over as host for Dr. Scott and Dr. Mike from The Vets Unleashed to interview Dr. Lindsay Daly. Dr....

Ep 66: Catching Up on the First Semester of Veterinary School with Stephanie Han from 2022-03-29T04:00:38

Today, Dr. Mike and Dr. Scott are welcoming back a familiar voice, Stephanie Han. You might remember Stephanie, a first-year veterinary student who first made her appearance last season. Now that s...

Ep 65: How the Pandemic Affected the Veterinary Field 2 Years Later from 2022-03-15T04:00:14

It’s been over 2 years since the pandemic started and today, the vets are talking all about it. The vets first addressed COVID on their show two years ago, and now it’s time for an update on how th...

Ep 64: Welcome to Season 5 of the Vets Unleashed from 2022-03-14T21:22:29

The vets are welcoming you to season 5 with a quick look into what’s coming up! In season 4, the vets focused on chatting with veterinary school students. Naturally, season 5 will keep you up to da...

Ep 63: That’s a Wrap on Season 4: Recapping Our Favorite Moments from 2022-01-18T17:00

That’s a wrap on season 4 of The Vets Unleashed. Dr. Mike and Dr. Scott sit for a quick chat and reflection on their latest season and how they think it compared to their previous seasons. They ...

Ep 62: Career Pivots and the Life of a Non-Traditional Veterinary Student from 2022-01-04T05:00

Not all paths of a veterinary student look the same. Today, the vets are chatting with Ariel, a current vet med student at UC Davis whose path is that of a non-traditional veterinary student. Pr...

Ep 61: A Profession In Crisis from 2021-12-21T17:00

Is veterinary a profession in crisis? This is a common question the vets receive from veterinary students and early career veterinarians and vet techs. In today’s...

Ep 60: When Works Not Working from 2021-12-07T17:00

Unfortunately, when work’s not working, you have to rip the bandaid off and bid it so long, farewell, auf wiedersehen, goodbye. Today, Dr. Scott and Dr. Mike are biting the bullet as they discus...

Ep 59: Not Every Vet Is a Vet from 2021-11-23T05:00

The vets are back and this time, they are joined by Dr. Steven Kubiski. Today, they’re discussing why not every vet does what the general public thinks they do. The vets discuss the many roles of v...

Ep 58: Stories of a Vet Student with Adriana Razo from 2021-11-09T17:00

The vets take a trip down memory lane with their guest, Adriana Razo, a third-year vet student at Midwestern University College.

Adriana shares why she chose to enroll in Midwestern Unive...

Ep 57: To Choose a Vet Speciality or Not from 2021-10-26T16:00

To choose a vet specialty or not to choose a vet specialty? That’s the question that Dr. Mike and Dr. Scott are setting out to answer today. If you’re a veterinary student who cannot decide on b...

Celebrating Birthdays, Anniversaries, and Updates with Dr. Mike&Dr. Scott from 2021-10-20T03:21:21

You are in for a treat as the vets drop a special bonus episode. After 2 years of podcasting and 4 seasons of the show, the vets release this episode to update you on where they are, where they’...

Ep 56: A Look Into the Life of a First-Year Veterinary Student from 2021-10-12T04:00

This season, the vets have been focused on veterinary students and early career veterinarians. Today, they’re joined by Stephanie Han, a first-year veterinary stu...

Ep 55: Is Vet Med for You? from 2021-09-28T16:00

Is vet med for you? The vets offer their “sage advice” for soon-to-be veterinary students. Dr. Mike and Dr. Scott chat about vet med schooling, student loans, and things you need to consider bef...

Ep 54: The Role of a Vet Tech from 2021-09-14T04:00

Making the decision to become a registered veterinary technician is huge. To help you prepare for the road ahead, the vets sit down with Listen

Ep 53: Upholding The Veterinary Oath from 2021-08-31T16:00

What do you know about upholding the veterinarian oath? To help you unpack that loaded question, the vets have invited a very special guest, Dr. Jen Frederico. Dr. Jen is not just a doctor, but ...

Ep 52: Understanding Imposter Syndrome from 2021-08-17T16:00

You know that nagging feeling of not being good enough, even if you’ve had years of experience under your belt? Mike and Scott have been there and they have a drink to go along with it. They dis...

Ep 51: Getting Into Vet School with Deanna Gerber from 2021-08-03T16:00

How hard is it to get into veterinary school in 2021? Unfortunately, the vets don’t have an updated answer on that, so they’ve brought Deanna Gerbe...

Ep 50: Mike&Scott Remember Their First Time from 2021-07-20T16:00

Do you remember your firsts? Mike and Scott take a walk down memory lane as they remember their first time. They recount their first year at a veterinary practice and the important “stick-with-y...

Ep 49: We're Back from 2021-07-19T16:00

The Vets are back! Mike and Scott are here to give you an update on where they’ve been and where they’re at. Tune in and catch up on everything happening outside the walls of a veterinary practi...

Back in 15! from 2021-03-12T05:00

Mike and Scott are taking some time to find a new producer and get some much needed rest, but don't worry, they'll be back! In the mean time they'll be releasing drink tutorials and pictures on ...

Ep 48: Mental Health In Pets from 2021-02-26T05:00

Mike and Scott dive into the world of behavior medicine and the responsibility of the mental health in pets.

The cocktail of the week is Satan's Whiskers. For recipes and additional conte...

Ep 47: Pet Snake Oil from 2021-02-12T05:00

Mike and Scott dive into the various products and influencers boasting to know the secret to keeping your pet cancer free and healthy. 

The cocktail this week is our tastiest cure-all: Th...

Ep 46: The Doctors Vs Dr. Google from 2021-02-05T05:00

Mike and Scott enlist the aid of their closest friends to solve cases uses Google. How does Dr. Google compare to the advice of a doctor? 

The cocktail of the week: You're Bacon Me Crazy<...

Ep. 45: Trap, Neuter, Return from 2021-01-22T06:00

Mike and Scott discuss population control among cats with the pros and pros of trap, neuter, return. 

The cocktail of this week is the Tom Cat. For recipes and additional content find us o...

Ep. 44: We Talk To A Pet Psychic! from 2021-01-08T06:00

Mike and Scott start off the year by dipping their toes into the paranormal with a pet reading and a look into the future of Mike's love life and the podcast.

The cocktail of the week is T...

Ep. 43: A Holiday Trivia Game from 2020-12-25T06:00

Scott hosts a game of Holiday Animal trivia with returning favorites to the podcast.

For holiday drink favorites visit Facebook and Instagram @TheVetsUnleashed.

#Christmas #drinki...

Ep 42: Anthropomorphizing Animals from 2020-12-11T05:00

Mike and Scott dive into the psychosis of anthropomorphizing animals and it's effects on children, pets and pet owners. 

The cocktail of the week is The Mickey Mouse. For recipes and othe...

Ep 41: The Money Maker from 2020-11-27T05:00

Mike and Scott break down the business side of veterinary medicine. 

The cocktail featured is The Money Maker. For all drink recipes and additional content visit us on Facebook and Instag...

Ep 40: Diversity In Vet Med from 2020-11-13T05:00

Mike and Scott dive into a discussion of racial diversity in veterinary medicine. Where does the industry stand and how can we make it better?

The drink this week is the Love Martini. For...

Ep 39: Finding Bliss In and Outside of Medicine from 2020-10-30T15:30:21

Mike and Scott dive into the difficult struggle of finding happiness in your job and life decisions.

The cocktail of the week is the Bliss. For recipes and additional content find us on F...

Ep 38: Anniversary Episode from 2020-10-16T04:00

Happy Birthday to us. This week, Mike and Scott talk to podcast faves about the podcast and the future of veterinary medicine.

For all recipes featured on this podcast visit us on Instagr...

Ep 37: The Pros and Cons of Designer Breeds from 2020-10-02T04:00

Mike and Scott dive into the science and the surprising argument surrounding designer breeds. 

The cocktail of the week is The Bulldog Smash. For all recipes featured find us on Instagram...

Ep 36: Animal Abuse In Veterinary Medicine from 2020-09-18T04:00

Mike and Scott discuss encountering animal abuse in veterinary medicine. How they define it and how do they spot it? Find out on this weeks episode. 

Disclaimer: THIS EPISODE CONTAINS TAL...

Ep 35: Vets Against Insanity from 2020-09-04T04:00

This week Mike and Scott get their best gal Jessie to play a game called Vets Against Insanity, a spin-off of the widely popular Cards Against Humanity. 

This week is the insane Bloody Ma...

Ep 34: "Selling" in Veterinary Medicine from 2020-08-21T04:00

Mike and Scott talk about sales in veterinary medicine. Having both worked in sales they want to help clear the stigma of this part of the industry.

The drink featured is The Closer. To f...

Ep 33: Music's Effects On Animals and You from 2020-08-07T04:00

Mike and Scott dive into the many scientific claims on music's effects on animals and medical staff. 

The drink of the week is the Black Manhattan. For recipes and other content visit Ins...

Ep 32: CSR's - The Front Line of Vet Med from 2020-07-24T04:00

Fresh off another round of Covid-19, Mike and Scott talk about the highly demanding world of CSR's as well as tips for CSR's, Veterinarians, and clients when working with each other.

The ...

Ep 31: Co-Parenting Animals After A Breakup from 2020-07-10T04:00

Mike and Scott dive into the benefits of co-parenting animals and the risks of co-parenting after a breakup.

The Cocktail of the week is Rose Colored Glass. For all cocktail recipes and a...

Ep 30: Climate Change Impacting Marine Life from 2020-06-26T04:00

Mike and Scott dive into climate changes impacting marine wildlife. 

The cocktail this week is Not So Blue Hawaii. For recipes and other content visit us on Instagram and Facebook @TheVet...

Ep 29: Alcohol Abuse in Vet Med from 2020-06-12T19:52:30

Mike and Scott discuss a sensitive subject, alcohol abuse. On a podcast where they enjoy their cocktails they thought it was important to discuss the serious side of alcohol and the very serious...

Ep 28: The Great and Complicated World of Veterinary Specialists from 2020-05-29T04:00

Mike and Scott discuss the complicated relationships between specialists, vets and the clients vets refer to them. 

The Cocktail this week is The Last Word. For recipes and additional con...

EP 27: Vulnerability In Practice from 2020-05-15T04:00

Mike and Scott discuss a subject they struggle with, vulnerability.

The cocktail of the episode is called Medicinal Courage. For recipe's and additional content visit Facebook and Instagr...

Ep 26: COVID-19 UPDATE from 2020-05-05T00:10:58

Mike and Scott bring you a bonus episode addressing COVID-19 in animals, separation anxiety, and some of the weirdest cases they've got during the outbreak.

The cocktail this week is call...

Ep 25: Animal Trafficking&The Tiger King from 2020-05-01T04:00

Mike and Scott discuss animal trafficking and the Tiger King phenomena. 

The cocktail of the week is the Lion's Tail. For recipes and other featured content visit Facebook or Instagram @T...

Ep 24: Low Stress Pets from 2020-04-17T04:00

Mike and Scott discuss best practices for owners and veterinarians when trying to keep veterinary exams low stress.  

The drink featured is The Ruby Relaxer. For recipes on featured drink...

Ep 23: Are Animals Better Off As Pets from 2020-04-03T04:00

This week, Mike and Scott dive deep into an ethical dilemma: are animals better off as pets?

This week's cocktail is The Salty Dog. For featured recipe's and conversations about this epis...

Ep 22: COVID 19 And Your Pets from 2020-03-20T04:00

From isolation Mike and Scott talk about the corona virus and it's effects on pets, animal hospitals, and animal owners. They further discuss what vets and animal owners should be prepared for.<...

Ep 21: Rehab For Animals from 2020-03-13T04:00

Mike and Scott talk with Dr. Kirkby Shaw about how rehab can help with things surgery may not be able to fix. 

The cocktail this week is the Prehab Cocktail. For all recipes visit Instagr...

Ep 20: Our College Experience from 2020-03-06T05:00

Mike and Scott relive their glory days with their college friends during their Las Vegas CE trip.

The Cocktail featured is the Remembrance of All Things Pabst. For all recipes featured vi...

Ep 19: Continuing Education As A Vet from 2020-02-28T05:00

Join Mike and Scott in Vegas as they attend and talk about CE (Continuing Education).

Todays cocktail is called The Professor. To find recipes featured on the show visit Facebook and Inst...

Ep 18: The Vaccination Debate from 2020-02-21T05:00

Mike and Scott dive into vaccination facts and beliefs. What are the actual risks and what do they give their own pets?

Today's cocktail is the Irish Cure. For all recipes featured on the...

Ep 17: Love&Vet Med from 2020-02-14T05:00

Mike and Scott drag some skeletons out of the closet for their discussion about love and vet med. 

The cocktail of the week is Strangelove. For recipes featured on these episodes visit In...

Ep 16: Communication Tricks in Vet Med from 2020-02-07T05:00

Mike and Scott talk about good communication with clients and tricks they've picked up in their careers.

The cocktail of the week is the What's Up Doc. All recipes can be found on Faceboo...

Ep 15: Disaster Preparedness from 2020-01-31T05:00

Dr. Mike and Dr. Scott talk about how to prepare for the unexpected. When disaster strikes, what can you expect and is there something within your control?<...

Ep 14: Miracle Cases from 2019-12-23T05:00

Happy Holidays from The Vets Unleashed. Today Mike, Scott and two guest favorites discuss cases that were simply MIRACLES. 

The cocktails this week are Mike's Egg Nog and Coquito. For the...

Ep 13: ER Vets VS General Practitioners from 2019-12-20T05:00

This week Mike and Scott offer up their thoughts on the differences between their jobs -- Mike as the General Practitioner and Scott the ER Vet.

The cocktail this week is the Suffering Ba...

Ep 12: The Therapy Dog Craze from 2019-12-13T05:00

Things get muddy when Mike and Scott dive into the lines set around Emotional Support Animals and their counter parts -- service and therapy animals. 

The cocktail this week is the Sideca...

Ep 11: The Social Media Whirl In The Animal World from 2019-12-06T05:00

Mike and Scott chat about the changes in the animal world thanks to Social Media.

The Cocktail of the week is The Hurricane. For recipe's featured on the episodes, visit us on Instagram a...

Ep 10: The Perfect Vet Tech from 2019-11-29T05:00

Mike and Scott discuss the qualities of the perfect vet tech with the perfect vet tech, Jessie Johann from The Bow Tie Vet Guy.

The cocktail this week is The Bold, Bright, and Fearless. F...

Ep 9: Real Veterinarians on TV from 2019-11-20T04:09:30

Mike and Scott review how veterinarians are portraying the industry on TV. 

This week's cocktail is the Industry Sour. To get the recipe find us on Facebook and Instagram @TheVetsUnleashe...

Ep 8: Is Owning A Practice Practical? from 2019-11-15T05:00

Mike and Scott discuss the future of veterinary practice ownership. Is it impossible or do you need to just think outside the box?

The Cocktail this week is The Entrepreneur. Find all rec...

Ep 7: Compassion Fatigue from 2019-11-08T05:00

Mike and Scott dive into a topic that is very personal and has cost the lives of many veterinarians -- compassion fatigue. 

If you or someone you know may be contemplating suicide, ca...