The Marty & Laura Show

About The Marty & Laura Show

Veterinarian Dr. Marty Greer, DVM, JD, 2023 Westminster Kennel Club Veterinarian of the Year, and dog pro Laura Reeves answer real pet health questions for dogs, cats and every pet, every week. Fun, fact-based conversations that replace late-night Googling with answers you can trust: symptoms and when to worry, puppies and kittens, senior pets, allergies, dental care, parasites, emergencies, behavior, and the questions pet parents ask most. Dr. Greer owns Veterinary Village in Wisconsin and is the author of Your Pandemic Puppy and Canine Reproduction and Neonatology. Laura is an AKC Breeder of Merit, judge, and host of Pure Dog Talk. New episodes every week.

Publisher

Marty Greer DVM & Laura Reeves | Expert Veterinary Advice & Pet Health

Category

education · health & fitness · kids & family

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

1 Jan 2025

Latest episode

7 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

95 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   7 Oct 2026

   Keep Outdoor Cats Safe: Vaccines, Winter Shelters & First Aid

   Outdoor and barn cats face severe daily hazards from traffic, machinery, extreme weather and predators, resulting in an average lifespan of just 3 years compared to 15–20 years for indoor pets. In this episode of The Marty & Laura Show, host Laura Reeves and veterinarian Dr. Marty Greer share practical, life-saving advice to protect outdoor felines. From essential vaccination schedules and breakaway collar safety to heated winter shelters and critical emergency first-aid warnings, learn how to give your outdoor cat the best chance at a long, safe life. Key Topics & Takeaways Understanding Outdoor Hazards:Outdoor cats routinely face threats like vehicular traffic, farm equipment, and predators such as coyotes and birds of prey. Essential Vaccination Protocols:Outdoor cats require current Rabies, FVRCP (upper respiratory and panleukopenia), and Feline Leukemia (FeLV) vaccines due to cat-to-cat disease transmission through fighting, shared water and food bowls. Identification & Breakaway Collar Safety:Microchipping is vital. Collars must be stretchy breakaway styles to prevent strangulation if caught on nails or rafters. Modern QR-code tags (like Buddy ID) can also provide immediate owner contact information without requiring a microchip scanner. Cold-Weather Shelters & Hydration:Unheated garages can leave cats colder than expected. Small, insulated enclosures paired with safe K&H heated boards allow cats to trap their body heat effectively. Heated water bowls are equally critical to prevent drinking water from freezing solid in sub-zero temperatures. Recognizing Frostbite:Severe cold can cause ear frostbite that resembles surgical ear-tipping, though frostbite typically affects both ears equally. Emergency Triage & Recovery:Cats possess a remarkable capacity to survive severe physical trauma if brought to a veterinary clinic or emergency room quickly for supportive care. ⚠️ Critical First-Aid Warning: Medication Safety Never Administer Human Painkillers:Common human medications like Tylenol (acetaminophen) or aspirin are highly toxic to cats—a single dose can be fatal. Safe Vet-Prescribed Options:Pain relief should only be administered under direct veterinary guidance using feline-safe medications such as Gabapentin, Onsiora, or Buprenorphine. Connect & Subscribe If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts! Visit martyandlaurashow.com to sign up for weekly pet health tips.

2. 

   30 Sept 2026

   94 — Emergency Dog Care: Impromptu Muzzles, Attacking Dog Defense and Vet First Aid Steps

   Host Laura Reeves and veterinarian Dr. Marty Greer share critical emergency protocols for dog owners. From stopping aggressive dogs on walks to managing severe trauma, this guide covers essential safety steps to protect both you and your pet. Learn how to spot hazards early, handle an attacking dog safely, tie a makeshift muzzle in seconds, and transport an injured pet to the emergency vet clinic. Key Takeaways from This Episode: Prevention and Walk Safety:Why pet owners must put phones away, maintain head on a swivel awareness, and scout new neighborhoods for loose or barking dogs before walking their pets. Defensive Tools to Carry:Simple items to keep on hand for protection, including extra leashes, bear spray, wasp spray, and personal alarms. How to Handle an Attacking Dog:What to do if an aggressive dog charges at you or your pet. Learn why you should never run or turn your back, how running triggers prey drive, and how to stand your ground using a deep, firm voice. Breaking Up Dog Fights Safely:Why you should never reach hands into the middle of a fight, and how to use garden hoses, back leg lifts, or tail pulls to separate fighting dogs safely. Human Safety First:Why human medical care must take priority if a person is bitten or injured during an emergency before heading to the veterinary clinic. Creating Impromptu Muzzles:Step by step methods to fashion an emergency muzzle using a slip leash, belt, sock, pantyhose, or roll gauze to prevent bites when handling a panicked or injured dog. First Aid and Safe Handling:How to check ABCs (Airway, Breathing, Circulation), keep an injured dog horizontally flat on a board or blanket, and coordinate a multi person lift. Emergency Vehicle Transport:When to make an exception to the standard crate travel rule so a severely injured pet stays flat, comfortable, and easy for clinic staff to unload upon arrival. Did you learn something new today? Please leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, and subscribe so you never miss an episode!

3. 

   23 Sept 2026

   Cats Think They Can Fly (And Other Indoor Cat Disasters)

   In this episode of The Marty and Laura Show, host Laura Reeves and veterinarian Dr. Marty Greer investigate the mysterious injuries that happen to indoor house cats when owners leave the house. From cats jumping off stair railings to cord-chewing incidents, feline curiosity can lead to major household hazards. Dr. Greer breaks down the real-world trauma indoor cats face, including broken legs, facial injuries, linear foreign bodies and fatal household toxins like Tylenol and Easter lilies. Discover practical cat-proofing strategies, emergency poison control protocols and expert veterinary advice to keep your adventurous cat safe indoors. The Mystery of Indoor Cat InjuriesHow cat owners come home to unexplained limpings, draining wounds, or knocked-over furniture, and how to act like a detective to figure out what happened. "Cats Think They Can Fly" and High-Rise TraumaDr. Greer shares the story of her Bengal cat launching at a wall hanging and falling down the stairs. Plus, an explanation of high-rise syndrome, facial trauma, and traumatic cleft palates in falling cats. Cat Fights, Dog Conflicts and AbscessesWhy bite wounds between house pets easily seal over, trapping mouth bacteria under the skin and causing delayed abscesses on the face, neck, or tail. The Danger of Strings, Needles and Foreign BodiesWhy ribbon, yarn, string, and thread wrap around the base of a cat's tongue or bunch in the intestines, creating linear foreign body emergencies that require immediate surgery. Household Toxins: Tylenol, Lilies and Human MedsCritical warnings on why Tylenol causes deadly Heinz body anemia in cats, why Easter lilies and peace lilies are toxic, and how human medications left on counters put pets at risk. Cord Chewers and Electrocution HazardsThe dangers of cats (especially Siamese cats and kittens) chewing electrical cords, and how to use corrugated plastic cord covers to prevent electrocution. Essential Cat-Proofing StrategiesHow to anchor Christmas trees, plant stands, and cat trees to ceiling hooks using wire. Plus, tips on childproof cabinet locks, bare counters, and safe containment for kittens. Emergency Poison Control ProtocolsWhen and how to call the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center or the Pet Poison Helpline, and why contacting a toxicologist before driving to the ER saves critical time. Important Resources & Emergency Contacts ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center:24/7 toxicological guidance for pet owners. Pet Poison Helpline:24/7 emergency pet poison consultation. Safe Indoor Greenery:Spider plants, cat grass, and catnip (avoid Easter lilies, peace lilies, and philodendrons).

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Podcast Authority Score: 59 / 100

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