Podcasts by The Space Coast Pet Podcast

The Space Coast Pet Podcast

Dr. Roger Welton is an experienced practicing veterinarian, successful author, blogger and media personality. Airing every Thursday at 8 AM EST, Dr. Roger discusses the pertinent pet issues of the day and addresses listener emails.

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Is Your Pet's Breed Genetically Predisposed To Specific Deadly Disease? from 2022-04-14T12:00

Is your pet's breed of dog or cat have a greater potential to develop certain deadly diseases?  Learn what these diseases are and which breeds are particularly susceptible to them, and how they how...

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The Monsters Within from 2022-04-06T12:00

The Monsters Within is an epsisode dedicated to discussing the most common internal parasites that infect dogs and cats, how they are transmitted and the diseases they cause.  Some of these parasit...

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Everything You Need To Know About Leptospirosis In Dogs from 2022-03-31T12:00

In light of so much lingering confusion about the disease Leptospirosis in dogs, the ris of disease, and the vaccination against it, Dr. Roger dedicates this episode to offering listeners all of th...

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What is the right age to spay or neuter your dog? from 2022-03-24T12:00

Over the past several years there have been an increasing number of studies looking at the health pros and cons associated with the age of having dogs spayed and neutered or even at all.  Some stud...

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Is It Humane To Continue To Breed Brachycephalic Dog Breeds? from 2022-03-17T12:00

Brachycephalic dog breeds are a group of highly selectively bred dog breeds with pushed in/flattened muzzles, often buggy eyes, and wrinkled facial expressions.  This includes English Bulldogs, Fre...

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Why do food trials commonly fail to help allergic pets? from 2022-03-10T13:00

When pet owners implement feeding trials to address skin allergies in pets, they commonly fail to provide any improvement.  Dr. Roger discusses why this is the case and offers solutions to addressi...

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The increasing wave of anti-vaxers in veterinary medicine from 2022-03-03T13:00

"Anti-vaxer" is a recent term adopted to describe people averse to vaccines and vaccine mandates.  In this episode, Dr. Roger reflects on a recent up tic in anti-vaxer pet owners he and associate v...

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The best part of my job as a veterinarian is...YOU from 2022-02-27T13:00

In this episode, Dr. Roger celebrates the most enjoyable aspect of his job as a veterinarian, working with people who choose the most selfless kind of love in the world, love of innocent animals.  ...

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Not One More Vet from 2022-02-24T17:00

Dr. Roger talks about the troubling rate of suicide among veterinarians as they have over taken dentistry as the profession with the highest suicide rate.  He highlights from his own experience as ...

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Why is obesity higher in spayed and neutered pets and what can we do about it? from 2022-02-15T19:30

In this episode, Dr. Roger addresses the obesity epidemic in dogs and cats that is statistically more prevalent in spayed and neutered dogs and cats.  Our host explains why obesity is higher in the...

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Cats Lag Well Behind Dogs In Regular Wellness Care Yet Need It More from 2022-02-03T21:30

Dr. Roger highlights the large discrepancy between dogs and cats, where a much lower percentage of cats receive consistent regular veterinary wellness care in comparison to dogs.  Dr. Roger discuss...

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Update - Deadly Heart Disease In Dogs Linked To More Than Just Grain Free Diets from 2022-01-24T19:00

Just back from the North American Veterinary Conference in his first episode in 2022, Dr. Roger reports on the latest AVMA (American Veterinary Medical Association) and FDA (Food and Drug Administr...

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Space Coast Pet Podcast Holiday Season Special from 2021-12-24T18:00

Welcome to the Space Coast Pet Podcast Holiday Season Special.  Dr. Roger discusses the year in review as it pertains to our furry friends.  From holiday treats and toys to avoid, and ones deemed s...

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Are Some Grain Free Diets Still Causing Deadly Heart Disease In Dogs? from 2021-11-09T22:00

Last addressed on the podcast in 2018, Dr. Roger revisits the controversial grain free dog food diets named by the FDA to cause the deadly heart disease, Dilated Cardiomyopathy, aka, DCM.  Has anyt...

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Join Us In Celebration Of National Veterinary Technician Week! from 2021-10-25T00:00

Veterinarian host Dr. Roger Welton is back with the podcast rebranded as The Space Coast Pet Podcast and ready to go in time to celebrate National Veterinary Technician Week 2021!  In this episode,...

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What is Stuck in your Pet's Gut? from 2020-12-01T03:00

Our veterinarian co-hosts, Dr. Roger Welton and Dr. Karen Louis, draw on their experience to talk about common pet store bought chew toys, treats, bones, and household items that can lead to seriou...

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Why Are VeterinaryClinics So Insanely Busy During The Coronavirus Pandemic? from 2020-08-25T16:00

Dr. Roger and Dr. Karen are back!  Emerging from major career adjustments during the coronavirus pandemic and life changes, your beloved veterinary co-hosts are excited to be back and raring to go!...

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Coronavirus in Dogs and Cats from 2020-03-27T02:30

Veterinarian co-hosts Dr. Roger and Dr. Karen return from their long hiatus to tackle none other than coronavirus in dogs and cats and if there is are any concerns for transmission to people or vic...

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The Veterinarian’s (Appropriate) Credo: “I recommend…And I also recommend…” from 2019-09-10T11:00

Dr. Roger and Dr. Karen discuss the veterinarian’s ethical duty to recommend routine parasite and disease screening, as well as appropriate diagnostics when pets present with illness.  Our veterina...

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A Veterinarian's Tail of Love from 2019-08-21T20:00

Practicing veterinarian co-hosts Dr. Roger and Dr. Karen, open their hearts to listeners and share their experiences that brought them to their respective places in the field of companion animal he...

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What Helps With Summer Noise Anxiety For Your Dog (Thunderstorms, Fireworks)? from 2019-07-02T11:00

Summer is a very tough season for dogs that suffer from noise stress.  Between thunderstorms and fireworks, it is no exaggeration that for some dogs, summer is a terrifying time for them.  Dr. Roge...

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What Is It Like To Be A Newly Graduated Veterinarian? from 2019-06-13T18:00

Dr. Roger interviews guest host, newly graduated veterinarian, Dr. Amanda Johnston.  Dr. Johnston shares her perspective and experiences as she has transitioned from technician to student to new do...

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Top 2019 Pet Resolutions from 2019-01-15T15:00

This episode to open 2019 covers the top 5 pet resolutions pet owners should strive for, at least from the perspective of our veterinarian co-hosts, Dr. Roger Welton and Dr. Karen Louis.  Their top...

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Can Medical Marijuana Help Your Pet’s Health Condition? from 2018-12-29T13:30

Veterinarian co-hosts Dr. Roger and Dr. Karen discuss the use of medical marijuana for treatment of diseases in dogs and cats.  In particularly they focus on the increasingly popular trend of CBD (...

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Why Chemotherapy For Cancer Treatment In Pets Is Very Different Than For People from 2018-11-30T12:00

Dr. Roger and Dr. Karen discuss the sharp differences between chemotherapy for cancer treatment in pets versus for humans.  Both of our practicing veterinarian co-hosts reflect on pet owner apprehe...

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Grain Free Pet Food Implicated In Deadly Heart Disease In Dogs from 2018-10-04T11:00

Dr. Roger and Dr. Karen discuss a recent investigation launched by the FDA (prompted by a group of veterinary cardiologists) regarding a troublingly credible link between the deadly heart disease i...

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When Is It Time To Elect Euthanasia For Your Sick Pet? from 2018-09-18T11:00

Dr. Roger & Dr. Karen discuss the difficult topic of euthanasia in aging and sick pets and the difficulty of knowing when it is time for owners to make the difficult decision to elect humane euthan...

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What Dr. Roger&Dr. Karen Wish They Had Learned In Veterinary School from 2018-07-16T18:00

Inspired by a listener e-mail sent in by a veterinary technician student, veterinarian co-hosts Dr. Roger Welton and Dr. Karen Louis talk about their veterinary school experiences and how it relate...

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Everything You Need To Know About Parvo In Dogs&Cats from 2018-04-20T11:00

Co-hosts Dr. Roger Welton and Dr. Karen Louis talk about the deadly disease parvo (in cats it is called panleukopenia virus.    This is a must listen for pet owners to learn about this very common ...

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Help Me, Help You! from 2018-04-02T11:00

Because pets cannot speak for themselves, veterinarians are highly reliant on pet owners for medical history and all information that is necessary to build a clinical case to best meet the health n...

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When There Is No Canine Flu Outbreak, Should We Still Vaccinate? from 2018-02-26T12:00

Dr. Roger and Dr. Karen discuss their opinions on administration of the 2 strain Canine Influenza vaccine although outbreaks in Florida and the Midwest have fizzled out minus a few reported isolate...

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How Safe Is Anesthesia For Your Pet? from 2018-02-12T12:00

Pet owners often have serious concerns about anesthesia in in dogs and cats, especially for non-life-threatening procedures such as dentistry.  Veterinarian co-hosts, Dr. Roger Welton and Dr. Karen...

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Everything You Need To Know About Heart Murmurs In Dogs And Cats from 2018-02-02T04:00

Heart murmurs are abnormal heart sounds that are caused by various types of structural defects of the heart valves and or muscular wall of the heart.  Recognizing heart murmurs early and having the...

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Why Do Puppy Mills, Peddlers Of Cruelty Continue To Thrive In The US? from 2018-01-24T02:30

Most pet owners are aware of the existence of puppy mills, their cruel practices driven by greed, and the typical outlets where the puppies they produce are sold.  Yet puppy mills have not missed a...

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Top 2018 New Year Resolution For Your Pets from 2018-01-11T18:00

Veterinarian co-hosts co-hosts Dr. Roger and Dr. Karen share their top New Year resolution for pets and pet owners: preventative pet wellness care and regular wellness blood work.  Both Dr. Roger a...

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Fake Service Dogs Are Illegal&Morally Wrong! from 2017-11-14T16:30

Dr. Roger and Dr. Karen raise the increasingly problematic issue of fake service dogs.  Service dogs play a unique in special role in the human-animal bond in going beyond companionship to dogs hel...

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Post Storm Flood Waters Harbor These Dangerous Dog&Cat Diseases from 2017-10-12T18:00

Veterinarian co-hosts Dr. Roger Welton and Dr. Karen Louis discuss the statistical increases in the incidence of certain infectious and parasitic diseases in dogs and cats during prolonged periods ...

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Natural Disaster Preparedness For Pets! from 2017-09-01T11:00

In the wake of the tragic disaster in Houston and surrounding communities from Hurricane Harvey, Dr. Roger and Dr. Karen discuss preparedness for pets.  As we witnessed in the aftermath of Katrina ...

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Why Veterinarians Both Love And Hate Blood Work from 2017-08-24T10:00

Veterinarian co-hosts Dr. Roger and Dr. Karen talk about blood work diagnostics and how useful they are in diagnosing disease in dogs and cats and…how useless they can also be.  Listen in as the do...

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Recognizing, Preventing, And Treating Heat Exhaustion/Heat Stroke In Dogs from 2017-08-15T12:00

Dr. Roger and Dr. Karen cover the common and potentially dangerous condition of heat stress (also known as heat exhaustion) and heat stroke in dogs.  Dr. Karen discuss risk factors and signs of hea...

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Medical&Mental Negative Effects Of Testosterone In Intact Male Dogs from 2017-08-08T17:30

Dr. Roger and Dr. Karen discuss some commonly seen veterinary medical and conditions and negative mental states in un-neutered or intact male dogs.  These conditions range from being a nuissance to...

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Pheromone Therapy&Other Strategies For Managing Stress In Dogs&Cats from 2017-06-29T14:30

Dr. Roger and Dr. Karen talk pheromone therapy for stress and anxiety in dogs and cats.  Using pheromone treatment as a means to safely and without side effects help to relieve canine and feline st...

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Debunking Claims Of "Natural" Heartworm Prevention For Dogs..Without Preventives from 2017-06-22T12:00

Dr. Roger and Dr. Karen take on outrageous holistic veterinary internet “publication” claims that heartworm disease can be effectively prevented “naturally” without the actual administration of can...

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Dog Experiencing Hacky, Gaggy, Labored Breathing? Here Are Possible Reasons Why. from 2017-05-11T15:00

Dr. Roger and Dr. Karen discuss various conditions that commonly lead to hacking, gagging, coughing, and compromised breathing in dogs.  The conditions they highlight - laryngeal paralysis, brachyc...

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Cat Urinating Outside of the Litter Box? Learn Why and How to Fix It. from 2017-04-28T12:00

Dr. Roger and Dr. Karen discuss one of the most common and frustrating feline diseases: feline lower urinary tract disease.  This disease often is first noticed when cats start urinating in the hom...

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Help For Dogs And Cats That Suffer Seasonal Skin Allergies from 2017-04-04T12:00

Veterinarian hosts Dr. Karen Louis and Dr. Roger Welton discuss perhaps the most common veterinary visit this time of year: seasonal skin allergies.  From varying presentations, short term therapie...

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Dog Limping On Back Leg? Think Knee First NOT Hip! from 2017-03-23T12:00

Hosts Dr. Roger Welton and Dr. Karen Louis discuss the most common injury of the canine rear leg: Cranial Cruciate Ligament Rupture.  Cranial Cruciate Ligament Rupture or Tear in dogs is a common i...

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Everything You Need To Know About Tapeworms In Dogs And Cats from 2017-02-22T13:00

Dr. Karen and Dr. Roger delve into the very common parasite infestation of tapeworms in dogs and cats.  Our hosts discuss the different types of tapeworms that may infect dogs and cats, how to trea...

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Parasites that Pets Can Transmit To People from 2017-01-20T13:00

Dr. Roger and Dr. Karen discuss parasites that people can catch from their pets.  Our co-hosts also delve into some pet parasites that are widely believed to be contagious to people but in real lif...

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Top Pet New Year Resolutions For 2017 from 2017-01-13T13:00

Co-hosts and practicing veterinarians kick off their first 2017 episode prioritizing their top 2017 New Year Pet Resolutions that they believe should be in the forefront of every pet owner’s mind. ...

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Dr. Roger and Dr. Karen Final Thoughts&2016 Year End Wrap Up Show from 2016-12-31T14:00

Co-hosts Dr. Karen Louis and Dr. Roger Welton entertain with this 2016 year end wrap up show discussing the year's most pertinent, controversial and/or outright ridiculous stories and personal expe...

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Regenerative Veterinary Medicine: Stem Cell and Platelet Rich Plasma Therapy from 2016-12-23T14:00

Co-hosts Dr. Karen Louis and Dr. Roger Welton interview special guest, surgical specialist Dr. Jeff Christiansen who is currently conducting a major stem cell study on behalf of a major veterinary ...

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Acupuncture And Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine from 2016-12-16T13:00

A must listen!  Co-hosts Dr. Karen and Dr. Roger interview special guest, certified traditional Chinese veterinary medicine practitioner, Dr. Heidi Hemmett.  Our co-hosts and Dr. Hemmett discuss ac...

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Intervertebral Disc Injuries In Dogs - Alot More Than Just A Bad Back from 2016-12-09T14:00

Dr. Roger and Dr. Karen talk in detail about their experiences with the very common injury of spinal intervertebral disc disease in dogs.  Canine intervertebral disc disease occurs when one or more...

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Everything You Need To Know About Diabetes In Dogs And Cats from 2016-12-05T13:00

Diabetes is a common endocrine disease seen in dogs and cats that is often very preventable.  Tune in and listen to our veterinarian co-hosts, Dr. Karen Louis and Dr. Roger Welton cover every aspec...

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A Spay Is A Major Abdominal Surgery…Please Consider It As Such from 2016-11-23T14:00

A spay is the surgical removal of the female reproductive organs called an ovariohysterectomy.  An ovariohysterectomy requires and abdominal incision and tying off of major abdominal blood vessels....

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Dr. Karen and Dr. Roger Talk About Vaccines In Puppies&Dogs from 2016-11-17T14:00

Co-hosts Dr. Karen Louis and Dr. Roger Welton discuss vaccines in dogs beginning with recent experiences with immunizations and the diseases they protect against (that they have both also recently ...

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Love A Golden - A Rescue Organization As Amazing As It Is Unique from 2016-10-17T16:00

Dr. Roger and Dr. Karen had the amazing privilege to interview Jan Knoche, director of Love a Golden rescue in St. Louis, part of a national rescue network that fosters and finds forever homes for ...

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Seizure Disorders Are Unusually Common In Pets Especially In Dogs from 2016-10-11T03:00

Co-hosts Dr. Karen Louis and Dr. Roger Welton, both licensed/practicing veterarians dive into seizure disordersin pets.  Seizures disorders are far more common in pets, especially dogs, in aomparis...

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The Common, Silent Killer That Most Dog Owners Are Not Aware Of from 2016-10-02T23:00

Dr. Roger and Dr. Karen discuss a little known but common liver disease in dogs that can be present for months to years without a dog showing outward signs.  This condition, known as Idiopathic Can...

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Canine Cognitive Dysfunction, aka., Dementia In Dogs from 2016-08-31T00:00

Co-hosts Dr. Roger Welton and Dr. Karen Louis indepthly discuss the all too often unrecognized disease canine cognitive dysfunction, otherewise known as dog dementia.  Canine cognitive dysfunction ...

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Why Doctor Roger's Recent Root Canal Made Him A Better Doctor from 2016-08-25T00:00

Dr. Roger and Dr. Karen talk about Dr. Roger's recent root canal procedure and the impact it has had on the manner in which he practices veterinary medicine.  Send e-mail comments or questions for ...

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5 Things You Probably Do Not Know About Heartworm Disease in Dogs from 2016-08-15T23:00

Dr Roger and Dr. Karen talk about 5 facts about heartworm disease in dogs that most pet owners are not aware of.  The facts they bring to light about heartworm disease are not only very interesting...

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The Curious Case of the Hungry Cat from 2016-07-28T00:00

Dr. Karen and Dr. Roger weigh in on a unique case of a listener's cat that e-mailed a question about her 3 year old cat's insatiable appetite.  Kristi's (from Madison Wisconcin) feline will stop at...

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Should You Feed Your Pet a Home Cooked Diet? from 2016-07-24T00:00

Veterinarian hosts Dr. Roger and Dr. Karen weigh in on the merits - or lack thereof - of feeding pets home cooked diets versus commercially prepared canine and feline diets.  E-mail comments to be ...

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Is Chemotherapy Right For Your Dog Or Cat Living With Cancer? from 2016-06-01T16:00

Drs Roger and Karen discuss the differences of chemotherapy for dogs and cats that have cancer in comparison to chemotherapy in humans.  Drs Karen and Roger discuss that consideration for choosing ...

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Trap, Spay/Neuter Release (TNR) Programs for Feral Cats. Right or Wrong? from 2016-05-02T00:00

Dr.'s Roger and Karen debate the merit of controversial catch, spay/neuter release  (TNR) programs for feral cat populations.  Tune in to hear multiple points of view from the effectiveness of thes...

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What is a hypoallergenic food trial and why are they important? from 2016-03-24T16:00

Food allergies in dogs and cats can manifest in disease of the gastrintestinal tract, skin and ears, and respiratory systems.  Dr. Roger and Dr. Karen discuss how a hypoallergenic food trial is cor...

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Can I Skip Vaccinations On My Indoor Only Cat? from 2016-03-17T14:30

Dr. Roger and Dr. Karen expand on Dr. Karen's recent article on the necessity for vaccinations for indoor only cats.  What are the real disease risks for cats that spend their lives inside?  Are va...

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Why Pay More To Have Your Pet Spayed Or Neutered In Dr. Roger's Vet Hospital? from 2016-02-28T19:00

Dr. Roger and Dr. Karen make the case for why it is a better choice to have your pet spayed or neutered in Dr. Roger's AAHA Accredited veterinary hospital instead of choosing low cost dog and cat s...

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Ice Melt and Other Potential Winter Pet Dangers from 2016-02-19T17:00

Dr. Roger and Dr. Karen discuss Ice Melt and other possible winter dangers for your pets.  Is Ice Melt as hazardous as it is often made out to be?  What is pet safe Ice Melt and is it worth the add...

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Coconut Oil for Pets - Glorious or Gimmick? from 2016-02-12T17:00

Dr. Roger introduces his new co-host, Dr. Karen Louis, practicing veterinarian and blogger (VetChick.com) highlighting one of Dr. Karen's recent articles about coconut oil therapeutic uses in dogs ...

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Final Thoughts 2015 from 2015-12-31T01:00

As has been his tradition since 2010, Dr. Roger has his yearly year's end wrap up show, this one for calendar year 2015.  From the evolution of the Trifexis and Convenia "controversies," to the fad...

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Vitamin C for Prevention of Chronic Urinary Tract Infections in Dogs from 2015-12-10T01:00

Doctor Roger educates about the benefits of vitamin C in the prevention/treatment of chronic recurring urinary tract infections in dogs.  Tune in to find out how this natural approach to mananagent...

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Make Your Dogs and Cats Happy While Promoting Great Dental Health! from 2015-09-28T00:00

Dr. Roger discusses a very easy, affordable solution for prevention of dental disease in dogs and cats.  Dental disease in dogs and cats is the second most common chronic disease, making Dr. Roger'...

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Breeders Are Not Veterinarians! from 2015-09-08T00:00

Dr. Roger talks about the troubling trend of dog and cats breeders giving veterinary health advise they are not qualified to give, and an increasing number of pet owners willing to take their advic...

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Dog or Cat Having a Tumor Removed? Be Sure to Have It Analyzed! from 2015-08-27T00:00

We can guess about the nature of what a tumor may be, but until it is analyzed at a cellular level by a veterinary pathologist, no one can know for certain what it is.  Tunue in to this episode why...

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The Number One Act Of Malpractice in Veterinary Medicine from 2015-06-08T00:00

Dr. Roger exposes one of the most troubling and common acts of malpractice in veterinary medicine: engaging in oral surgery to extract diseased teeth without dental x-ray capability.  He explains w...

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More Veterinary Medical Misinformation – This Time Convenia from 2015-05-11T00:00

Dr. Roger discusses the lastest veterinary medical misinformation campaign against the long established antibiotic Convenia that requires only a one time injection, separating fact versus fiction i...

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You Get What You Pay For Version 2 from 2015-04-23T00:00

Dr. Roger discusses case examples he recently saw in his animal hospital, of the troubling aftermath of discount canine and feline spay/neuter clinics in his area.  Many dog and cat express spay an...

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Dangerous Canine Influenza Strain Plaguing Dogs In Midwest&Possibly Spreading from 2015-04-13T00:00

Dr. Roger reports on a recent dangerous canine influenza outbreak plaguing the US Midwest and is rapidly spreading.  Find out what you need to do to protect your dog from canine influenza by knowin...

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Purina Beneful Lawsuit Charges That Diet Poisons/Kills Dogs from 2015-03-23T00:00

A recent lawsuit filed against Nestle Purina PetCare Company is claiming that one of the company's most popular dog food brands contains toxins that are poisoning and even killing people's pets.  D...

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Preventative Pet Health Care Series - Non Core Vaccines For Dogs and Cats from 2015-02-28T02:00

Dr. Roger continues his preventative pet health care series, this week discussing non-core vaccines, that is, vaccines for disease that not all dogs and cats may be at risk for because of lifestyle...

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Preventative Pet Health Care Series - Feline Core Vaccine: FVRCP from 2015-02-16T01:00

Dr. Roger turns his attention to cats and continues his preventative pet health care series discussing the very important feline core vaccine, FVRCP, which consists of immunization against rhinotra...

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My Week When Ignorance Was On Full Display from 2015-01-26T01:00

Dr. Roger temporarily detours from his Preventative Pet Health Care Series to reflect on a week in his hospital where he dealt with an unusual number of sick animals whose ailments were primarily t...

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Final Thoughts 2014 from 2014-12-31T02:00

In his final episode of 2014, Dr. Roger takes a brief detour from his Preventative Pet Healthcare Series to bring  you his final thoughts - year in review - of veterinary medicine, animal news, and...

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Preventative Pet Health Care Series: Canine Parainfluenza Virus from 2014-12-24T02:00

Parainfluenza virus is a highly contagious respiratory disease in dogs, potentially dangerous, even deadly to puppies, geriatric, or immune compromised dogs. Tune in as Dr. Roger discusses this dis...

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Preventative Pet Health Care Series: Canine Parvovirus from 2014-12-12T02:00

Parvo is a highly contagious disease with a high moratlity rate in dogs.  The protective protein capsule of parvovirus contributes to its uniqueness and deadliness because of its subsequent ability...

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Preventative Pet Health Care Series: Canine Infectious Hepatitis from 2014-11-27T02:00

Canine infectious hepatitis is caused by infection of the liver of dogs with a virus called adenovirus type I.  This dangerous disease is very contagious and directly attacks the liver, as well as ...

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Preventative Pet Health Care Series: Canine Distemper from 2014-11-14T02:00

Many canine owners know that their dog regularly gets vaccinated for Distemper, but do not really know what the disease is, what organs it affects, and how dangerous it is.  Dr. Roger discusses can...

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Preventative Pet Health Care Series: The Yearly Examination! from 2014-11-07T02:00

From Dr. Roger's experience, the yearly pet wellness examination is unquestionably the most important aspect of preventative pet health care.  Be sure to tune in, as what he has to report on this t...

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Preventative Pet Health Care Participation Has Declined And We Are At Fault from 2014-10-31T01:00

Dr. Roger explains the trend of pet owner participation in preventative pet health care in the past decades.  He details why this has occured, what the consequences are, and what he, along with oth...

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Prepare Your Pet's Health For The Coming Veterinary Critical Mass from 2014-10-17T01:00

Dr. Roger discusses what he foresees is a coming crisis in veterinary medicine and pet health care that he calls the "veterinary critical mass."  He outlines what factors are leading to the veterin...

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5 Ways To Get Your Pampered House Cat To Exercise from 2014-09-26T01:00

Laziness and obesity is all to common in felines, but far differently from dogs, you generally cannot just throw a leash on them and take them for a walk or run, with few exceptions.  Obesity leads...

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Holistic Veterinary Medicine For Dogs And Cats Can Be High Tech from 2014-09-19T01:00

Dr. Roger talks about highly technical and cutting edge holistic treatment modalities that all too often dog and cat owners dismiss because from their view they are not "natural."  Holistic veterin...

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Prepare For Your Pet's Future Health By Banking Stem Cells from 2014-09-12T01:00

Dr. Roger discusses the cutting edge and surprisingly affordable science of veterinarystem cell therapy for dogs and cats.  Collection of tissue for banking is best done with the young pet.  Dr. Ro...

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5 Ways To Help Prevent Cancer In Dogs And Cats from 2014-08-22T01:00

Cancer is more common in dogs and cats than it is in people, and it is on the rise.  Dr. Roger discusses 5 simple lifestyle strategies to reduce your pet's risk of developing cancer.  Send e-mail c...

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Is My Pet Too Old For Anesthesia? from 2014-08-01T01:00

Dr. Roger discusses age and how it relates to anesthesia safety in pets from a veterinary medical perspective, how it the pet's age affects pet owner perceptions of safety of anesthesia, and what t...

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Are Pets Telepathic? from 2014-07-18T01:00

Tune into Dr. Roger's 40th birthday episode, as he talks about about the reported and scientific evidence for pets being seemingly able to read pet owner's minds.  Can it be that pets are telepathi...

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How We Manage Dogs And Cats Through The Grey Area Of Life from 2014-07-11T01:00

Dr. Roger talks about dogs and cats in the late stages of life where there is no confirmed severe systemic disease, yet age related breakdown of the body has compromised quality of life.  Learn how...

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Something Wrong With Your Pet? Err On The Side Of Caution. from 2014-07-04T01:00

Dr. Roger relays a recent case experience that is a cautionary tale about when in doubt, it is best your pet seen by a veterinarian.  Learn from this real life incident that occured during Dr. Roge...

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The Magic Of Turmeric In Dogs from 2014-06-13T01:00

Dr. Roger highlights the broad range of health benefits of nutritional supplementation with turmeric, a common herbal food additive used in Indian and Asian cuisine, in dogs.  E-mail questions and ...

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This Is What Real Animal Rescue Looks Like from 2014-05-30T01:00

Dr. Roger exposes the fact that money donated to animal rescue often does not ultimately make it to the animals it is supposedly meant to benefit.  In contrast, Dr. Roger will be interviewing Kathe...

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Is "Dangerous Dog Breed" Banning Fair? from 2014-05-16T01:00

Dr. Roger revisits the controversial topic of dangerous dog breed banning, this time from the perspective of a home owner whose family has been seriously endangered by a neighbor's dogs.  There is ...

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Dog Or Cat Suffer With Diarrhea? This Episode Is A Must Listen! from 2014-05-02T01:00

Dr. Roger talks about one of the most common health conditions in dogs and cats: diarrhea.  Although this may not be the most attractive of subjects, this could be one of the most relevent episodes...

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Senior Age Dog Acting Strangely? It May Be Canine Cognitive Dysfunction from 2014-04-25T01:00

Dr. Roger reports on a common and eventually debilitating brain condition of dogs called canine cognitive dysfunction.  Dr. Roger explains the importance of early recognition and comprehensive nutr...

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Is The Cost Of Veterinary Care Skyrocketing? from 2014-04-07T01:00

Dr. Roger discusses the increasingly commonly held perception of many pet owners that the costs of veterinary have been rapidly increasing in recent years, when compared to the rise of other genera...

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Maintaining Healthy Ears In Dogs And Cats from 2014-03-21T01:00

Ear infections are one of the most commony seen health conditions in veterinary medicine.  Tonight, Dr. Roger discusses the reasons dogs and cats suffer from ear infection in comparison to people, ...

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Let's Talk About Canine And Feline Raw Feeding Again from 2014-03-14T01:00

Dr. Roger once again delves into the often polarizing topic of the feeding of raw meat to dogs and cats, with his evolving view on the practice based on species physoligy, new insights on canine an...

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New Insights Into The Management Of Obesity In Dogs And Cats from 2014-02-21T02:30

Dr. Roger discusses new findings in pet obesity, including lifestyle, dietary considerations, and more.  Be sure to tune in to learn how to manage one of the most common and severe epidemics in dog...

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Dr. Roger's Big 2014 Announcement from 2014-02-14T02:00

Dr. Roger has a big announcement to discuss on live on the the air.  Tune in and hear what Dr. Roger has in store for the pet loving world this year.  Dr. Roger will be taking live calls during the...

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Unsubstantiated Mass Hysteria Targets Trifexis from 2014-02-07T02:00

Dr. Roger addresses the recent bad press the all in one heartworm, flea, and intestinal parasite preventive, Trifexis, has recentlydrawn attention to.  Live call in open tonight, toll free at 1-877...

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New Dangers from External Parasites on Pets from 2014-01-24T01:30

Fresh from gaining new medical information at the North American Veterinary Conference, Dr. Roger discusses emerging diseases from fleas and ticks on our pets that not only place them in grave dang...

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Final Thoughts 2013 from 2013-12-30T01:30

In his last broadcast of the year, Dr. Roger discusses lessons learned, national inclinations and their effect on veterinary medicine and the pet industry as a whole, triumphs and failures, winners...

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Keep Your Pets Safe This Holiday Season from 2013-12-23T01:30

Dr. Roger reports on hidden winter holiday dangers for pets that common lead to illness and even fatality.  Dr. Roger as always will be taking questions/comments live at 1-877-878-1435, as well as ...

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ABC's 20/20 "expose'" of veterinarians is careless, sensational reporting from 2013-12-13T01:30

Dr. Roger refutes ABC news programs's recent episode that paints veterinarians in the same light as car thieves and scandalous bar tenders.  He explains the careless, sensational, and irresponsible...

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China, U.S. FDA, Knowingly Killing Pets from 2013-11-15T02:00

Dr. Roger reports on treat products imported from China and sold in retail pet stores being responsible for thousands of sick pets and hundreds of deaths to date.  The worst part?  As the list of i...

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Everything You Need to Know About Urinary Disease in Cats from 2013-11-08T02:00

Dr. Roger explains why cats as a species are so much more prone to urinary tract disease in comparison to other mammalian species, and how understanding these reasons can help us prevent urinary tr...

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Preventing Kidney Failure in Dogs and Cats from 2013-10-25T01:00

Dr. Roger details strategies to prevent kindey failure, the number one cause of death in cats, the number two cause of death in dogs.

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The 4 Most Important Health Concerns in Dogs and Cats from 2013-10-18T01:00

While dogs and can suffer any manner of diseases, many of which they share in common with people, in this episode, Dr. Roger highlights the 4 most important health concerns in each respective speci...

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Caring for Geriatric Pets from 2013-10-11T01:00

Dr. Roger talks about special considerations that should be taken in the care of geriatric pets.

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Don't Ignore ADR from 2013-09-13T01:00

Dr. Roger's discusses subtle changes in behavior that may indicate that a pet may be sick or injured, a medical history referred to as ain't doing right or "ADR."

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What's in a Name? from 2013-08-30T01:00

Dr. Roger talks about naming your pet and its implications going more indepth functionally and psychologically than just tagging him with a name that he will carry all of his life.  Tune in to find...

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2013 Fall Season Opener: Everything You Need to Know About J from 2013-08-23T01:00

There are more joint chew supplements on the market for dogs and cats then we can count, but the big question remains, do they actually work? The short answer is, maybe, but the real answer like mo...

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Pet Companionship Should Not Only Be a Privilege of the Rich from 2013-05-24T01:00

Dr. Roger relays a personal experience at his practice this week that got him thinking about income disparity, how it effects pet guardianship, and solutions to address this issue.   

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What Wellness Reveals in Pets from 2013-05-17T01:00

Dr. Roger sheds light on the importance of early screening and intervention that often is enabled by routine welness visits; and the troubling national trend of decreasing wellness visits for pets.

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I may have rescued Bernie...but he rescued me right back from 2013-04-29T01:00

Dr. Roger opens up about a special rescue dog that in turn rescued him.  In this departure from his typical news and views, this episode comes from the heart.

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A Day in the Life of a Practicing Veterinarian from 2013-04-19T01:00

Based on his own experience as a practicing veterinarian, Dr. Roger describes the typical day of a practicing veterinarian.

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Pet Poisoning a Common Occurrence in the Home from 2013-04-05T01:00

Dr. Roger reports on the concerning number of pet poisonings confirmed in the US each year.  Poisonings come from a variety of different sources in the home, some of which may be very surprising to...

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A Dog's (Cat's) Last Will and Testament from 2013-03-22T01:00

Dr. Roger discusses pet loss and owners that are so impacted by their grief that they vow to never own a pet again to spare them more more inevitable future loss.  This is a must listen, especially...

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Spring Time is Here and With It, Hidden Danger for Pets from 2013-03-15T01:00

Although spring is a time to revel in increased daylight hours, warmer weather, plants and trees blooming, and better quality of life for people and pets, Dr. Roger discusses dangers that warmer we...

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Anesthesia Free Pet Dentistry Brushes with the Law from 2013-02-22T02:00

In this must listen episode, Dr. Roger discusses the rise of groomers and others in the animal care industry that offer anesthesia free pet dentistry.  By performing medical procedures without a li...

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Why Not Alternative Medicine (Part 3 of a 3 Part Series) from 2013-02-15T02:00

In this final installment of his 3 part series on alternative veterinary medicine, Dr. Roger offers 3 real case examples of how he uses a combination of western and alternative medicine to treat an...

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Why Not Alternative Medicine? (Part 2 of a 3 Part Series) from 2013-02-08T02:30

Dr. Roger continues his alternative veterinary medicine series in this episode, where he discusses how various alternative medical modalities he includes as part of his every day practice actually ...

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Why not alternative medicine? (Part 1) from 2013-02-01T02:00

Dr. Roger kicks off the 2013 discussing alternative veterinary medicine - Chinese herbal medicine, acupuncture, therapy laser, nutritional therapy, nutraceutical therapy - in contrast with traditio...

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Top 10 2013 Pet Resolutions; Final Thoughts from 2012-12-14T02:00

Dr. Roger comes to you for the last episode of 2012, where he will review his top 10 most important resolutions he would like to see pet owners strive for with regard to their pets.  Based on his e...

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Disease preventive nutrition from 2012-12-07T02:00

Dr. Roger completes his pet nutrition/dietary series by discussing the new strategy in pet feeding geared around nutritionally preventing the most common ailments of dogs and cats. 

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What NOT to give (pet owners) this holiday season from 2012-11-30T02:00

Tonight Dr. Roger shares his top ten gifts you SHOULD NOT buy pet owners for their furry family members this holiday season.  Whether unsafe, annoying, or downright dangerous, be forewarned of thes...

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Corphobia from 2012-11-16T02:00

Cornphobia is a term veterinarians have coined to describe the fear of corn based ingredients in pet foods currently gripping a significant percentage of pet owners.  It is defined as follows (by D...

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Don't let your pet suffer from pancreatitis from 2012-11-09T02:00

Every holiday season, the veterinary profession sees a significant statistical spike in cases of this potentially deadly disease.  Tune in tonight to find out why this is, and what you can do to pr...

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Veterinary Technicians: Trusted Partners in your Pet's Care from 2012-10-26T01:00

Tonight, in honor of last week's Veterinary Technician Week, Dr. Roger showcases the veterinary technician, an integral member of the veterinary medical team.  Similar to a human RN, veterinary tec...

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Are our cats plotting against us?? from 2012-10-19T01:00

Dr. Roger covers a very important topic regarding our feline companions that involves some fact, some sensationalism, and some outright superstition.  With Halloween around the corner, we do not ca...

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Jerky Treats for Pets Continue to Cause Problems from 2012-10-04T01:00

Tonight,  Dr. Roger will be discussing ongoing problems with the ever favorite jerky type meat treats available for dogs. Despite their pupoluarity, since 2007, they continue to be linked to seriou...

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The Dangerous,Even Deadly,Consequences Of Self Treating Pets from 2012-09-20T01:00

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 tr...

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Looking For The Right Pet Food from 2012-08-30T01:00

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...

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Does Spay/Neuter Increase Obesity Risk in Pets? from 2012-08-16T01:00

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 di...

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The Shot-Wagon: The bottom of the veterinary barrel. from 2012-08-02T01:00

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 ...

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Combating Zoonosis (diseases transmissible from pets to us) from 2012-07-19T01:00

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 zo...

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Walmart and Target Are Now in the Pet Medication Business from 2012-07-05T01:00

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 consequence...

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Everything you need to know about heartworm disease from 2012-06-21T01:00

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 disea...

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Top 10 Pet Myths from 2012-06-02T01:00

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...

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Nature's Anti-Inflammatory from 2012-05-17T01:00

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 ques...

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Whay Cats Should be Kept Indoors; Anesthesia Free Dentistry from 2012-05-03T01:00

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. Roge...

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Spinal injuries:prevention,recognition and treatment options from 2012-04-19T01:00

Tonight’s episode deals with a very common disease area in dogs and cats: the spine and spinal cord.  Most pet owners would likely be astounded by the frequency with which I see injuries and diseas...

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Keeping pets healthy keeps your family healthy from 2012-03-29T01:00

Dr. Roger discusses recent sensational news stories regarding the dangers of communicable disease that pets pose to pet owners, especially those that share their beds with their pets.  While some o...

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Separation anxiety, with special guest Steve Brooks, CPDT from 2012-03-15T01:00

Tonight Dr. Roger discusses the common canine behavioral disorder known as separation anxiety. Joining Dr. Roger to shed light on separation anxiety, how to recognize it and manage it, is L.A. base...

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Raw food diet controversy from 2012-03-01T02:00

Dr. Roger delves into the increasingly popular trend of feeding dogs and cats raw meat as a staple of their diet.  Although the veterinary industry as a whole is generally not in favor of this feed...

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Beware, MRSA is on the rise! from 2012-02-16T02:00

Dr. Roger discusses the troubling increase in cases of this dangerous strain prone to becoming immune to our best antibiotics, while also having occassional ability to jump species and infect human...

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Top Ten 2012 Pet New Year Resolutions from 2012-02-02T02:00

In this episode, Dr. Roger discusses some simple priorites pet owners should strive for this year to provide optimal wellness and quality of life for your pets.  Plus, Dr. Roger addresses three e-m...

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Final thoughts 2011 from 2011-12-15T02:00

Tonight, Dr. Roger reviews the state of veterinary medicine the pet care industry, and animal welfare in 2011, highlighting triumphs and new innovation, as well as discussing some of the less savor...

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The grain free pet food craze...worth all the hype? from 2011-12-01T02:00

Dr. Roger discusses the recent trend of pet food companies (and many pet care professionals) pushing the health benefits of grain free, preservative free, pet food diets. He begins with the origins...

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Declaw, debarking, tail docking and ear cropping... from 2011-11-17T02:00

Dr. Roger discusses these controversial non-medical procedures and whether they are justifiable to perform or inhumane and unnecessary.  Should we go so far as to ban these procedures?  Plus Dr. Ro...

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Cat vet care often overlooked from 2011-11-03T01:00

Dr. Roger sheds light on the phenomenon that despite being statistically the US's most popular pet, feline veterinary visits  are more often overlooked than their canine counterparts.  What's more,...

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Pets and Halloween: Costumes, avoiding Halloween dangers from 2011-10-20T01:00

Dr. Roger discusses enjoying pet fun this Halloween season being careful  to avoid unique dangers this time honored tradition can pose for your pets.  Plus, Dr. Roger addresses listener e-mail ques...

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Affording wellness care for your pet in a tough economy from 2011-09-29T01:00

Dr. Roger discusses legitimate modalities for finding afforable wellness veterinary care for you pet during challenging economic times.  Plus, Dr. Roger addresses your e-mail questions and comments...

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Season Opener! Dr. Roger's Big Announcement! The Itchy Pet from 2011-09-15T01:00

Dr. Roger begins his new season with the announcement of the completion of a project he worked the entire off season on - a project that stands to be of great benefit to pet owners!  Dr. Roger also...

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Season finale: Top 10 feline myths from 2011-06-16T01:00

  Dr. Roger debunks the 10 most prevalent misconceptions people have about the feline species.  Plus as always, Dr. Roger takes your e-mails, live chat and toll free telephone comments/question...

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Enjoy eating eggs without the stigma of cruelty. from 2011-06-03T01:00

Dr. Roger discusses the increasing availability of cage free chicken eggs as a means to enjoy a staple American food source, while treating the egg laying chickens more humanely.  Plus, Dr. Roger t...

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"TICKING" time bomb! Is Lyme Disease increasing in dog too? from 2011-05-19T01:00

Dr. Roger discusses the increasing danger of Lyme Disease to people and dogs alike, as well as offers the most effective ways to prevent the disease.  Plus, Dr. Roger takes your calls, live chat, a...

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Top 10 Veterinarian Pet Peeves from 2011-05-12T02:00

  Dr. Roger offers a rare insight into things that pet owners do that most annoy veterinarians.  Plus, Dr. Roger takes your calls, live chat, and e-mail comments live on the air.  Send your p...

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Top 10 Canine Myths from 2011-04-28T01:00

Dr. Roger debunks the 10 most prevalent misconceptions people have about the canine species.  Plus as always, Dr. Roger takes your e-mails, live chat and toll free telephone comments/questions live...

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Listener Questions Special from 2011-04-21T01:00

Dr. Roger refrains from a prepared topic for discussion in order to spend the entire hour addressing listener questions live on the air.  As wlays, questions may be submitted by live toll free call...

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America's Pets are Fat and Getting Fatter! from 2011-04-07T02:00

Dr. Roger reports on research indicating that more than 50% of dogs and cats in the United States are obese! Dr. Roger discusses the health risks of obesity, as well as solutions to this increasing...

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The ABCs of Canine and Feline Wellness from 2011-03-24T01:00

Dr. Roger discusses all of the essential components of a comprehensive wellness program for your dogs and cats. Plus, as always, Dr. Roger addresses your calls, live chat comments, and pre-show e-...

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Heartworm Disease: Facts vs. Fiction (cat owners should listen too!) from 2011-03-10T02:00

Dr. Roger discusses heartworm disease in dogs and cats, a common but poorly understood disease. From overall risk, to treatment and prevention, Dr. Roger educates pet owners about this deadly dise...

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Health and wellness web portal...for pets? from 2011-03-03T02:00

Dr. Roger interviews Nicolas Chereque, PR representative for pet health and wellness megasite, PetMD.com. Plus, Dr. Roger and his guest address your calls or chatroom posts live on the air. The l...

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Bad teeth, BAD HEALTH! from 2011-02-17T02:00

Dr. Welton discusses the most common adverse health condition of dogs and cats: periodontal disease and gingivitis. Tune in for this one folks, as the consequences of leaving it untreated, as well...

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Diabetes in dogs and cats...symptoms, prevention, and treatment. from 2011-02-10T02:00

Dr. Welton discusses diabetes in dogs and cats with veterinary internal medicine specialist, Dr. Teresa Goodson of Affiiated Veterinary Specialists in Maitland, Florida. Phone lines and chatroom w...

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Its all about you time again, pet owners! from 2011-02-03T02:00

Dr. Welton will not be interviewing a guest this week, but instead makes himself available in this 100% advice show! Feel free to call in toll free to ask your questions, post questions via our ch...

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Hip dysplasia in dogs: diagnosis, treatment, and prevention from 2011-01-27T02:00

Dr. Welton interviews board certified veterinary surgical specialist, Dr. Jeffrey Christiansen about hip dysplasia, a common, yet poorly understood bone disease in dogs. Plus, Dr. Welton and his g...

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Dog Training the Australian Way from 2011-01-20T02:00

Dr. Welton interviews Liam Crowe, CEO and master dog behavioral therapist of Bark Busters USA. Learn about dog training with a unique approach that incorporates body language and voice control -- ...

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Ethical and responsible breeding. from 2011-01-13T02:00

Dr. Welton discusses ethical and responsible breeding with AKC champion English Cocker Spaniel Breeder, Toni Langley. Learn why good breeding is so important, why pet store purchases are a bad ide...

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Fish Oil Derived Omega-3-fatty acids : The Elixir of Health (if properly processed) from 2011-01-06T02:00

Dr. Welton discusses the many health benefits of dietary supplementation with omega-3-fatty acids with holistic veterinary medicine expert, Dr. Jean Hofve. New Format: Chatroom will be open for li...

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Final Thoughts for 2010 from 2010-12-23T02:00

Dr. Welton will open up the lines throughout this final broadcast of 2010, while offering final thoughts for the year.

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Treating cancer in dogs and cats...Can we?...Should we? from 2010-12-16T02:00

Dr. Welton discusses veterinary cancer medicine with veterinary internal medicine specialist, Dr. Teresa Goodson.

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Helping the helpless from 2010-12-09T02:00

Dr. Welton interviews Florida rescue rep for the Italian Greyhound Club of America, Anne Marie Burgess. Tune in as Anne Marie discusses the selfless, at times rewarding, at times frustrating work ...

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Pain management through rehabilitation. from 2010-12-02T02:00

A special interview with veterinary surgery resident and rehabilitation practioner, Dr. Ashok Padmanabhan. Plus, news and views, and Dr. Welton takes your calls live.

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Insights into the day to day operations of a zoo! from 2010-11-18T02:00

Special interview with Keith Winsten, Executive Director of the Brevard Zoo. Plus, animal news and views, and Dr. Welton takes your calls live on the air!

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Protecting ourselves and our pets from a killer. from 2010-11-11T02:00

Urban sprawl and human development put us and our pets increasingly at risk for this deadly infectious disease. Veterinary advice, animal news and views with host, veterinarian and Veterinary News...

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Cutting edge application of stem cell technology in veterinary medicine from 2010-11-04T01:00

A special interview with board certified veterinary surgeon, Dr. Jeffrey Christiansen. Veterinary advice, animal news and views with host, practicing veterinarian and and VNN reporter, Dr. Roger W...

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Special interview with Ted Rheingold, creator/owner of pet megasites Dogster.com and Catster.com from 2010-10-28T01:00

Veterinary advice, animal news and views with host, veteirnarian and Veterinary News Network reporter, Dr. Roger Welton.

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Pets and pet owners alike beware, leptospirosis is on the rise from 2010-10-21T01:00

Veterinary advice, animal news and views, with your host, veterinarian and Veterinary News Network reporter, Dr. Roger Welton.

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Veterinary pharmacy home delivery from 2010-10-14T01:00

Dr. Welton interviews Ted Root, President and CEO of Vetcentric, the only national veterinary-focused pharmacy offering home delivery of FDA- and EPA-approved pharmaceuticals, compounded medication...

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Be careful, natural pet food is not necessarily what's best for your pet. from 2010-10-07T01:00

Veterinary advice, animal news and views.

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Rent a dog?? from 2010-09-30T01:00

Veterinary advice, animal news and views.

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Protecting your pets and your family from antibiotic resistant bacteria. from 2010-09-23T01:00

Veterinary advice, animal news and views.

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Designer breed? Really? from 2010-09-16T01:00

Veterinary advice, animal news and views.

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Offensive breath is never normal from 2010-09-02T01:00

Veterinary advice, animal news and views.

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Veterinariary advice, animal news and views. from 2010-08-19T01:00

Pamela Anderson proves time and again that she is a great friend to animals.

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Veterinary advice, animal news and views from 2010-06-24T01:00

Preventing heat distress in dogs!

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