We are veterinarians who are passionate about educating the pet-adoring world. This podcast is like having a chat with your favorite veterinarian over morning coffee. Here you can learn about the ins and outs of veterinary medicine so you can take the best possible care of your pet. We believe that educating pet caretakers is the most important thing we can do. After all, your pet’s care is our passion!
Drs. Brackeen and Dame return to discuss FIV (feline immunodeficiency virus) and FeLV (feline leukemia virus): how they spread, how we test and interpret results, and what positive results mean for care.They explain that FIV is usually transmitted by bites, can be managed with careful monitoring and vaccination of affected cats, and that maternal antibodies can cause false positives in kittens. FeLV is more serious—causing anemia, lymphoma, and often fatal disease—so testing before vaccination, strict isolation or risk mitigation, and prevention are essential.Practical takeaways: test outdoor or exposed cats regularly, vaccinate and reduce exposure, act quickly on illness in positive cats, and consider pet insurance to help cover unexpected costs.
17 Apr 2026
The Lowdown on Anal Glands: What Every Pet Parent Should Know
This episode breaks down why anal glands exist, how they work, and the common problems pets can have—from impactions and infections to abscesses and rare cancers.
Hosts, Dr. Natalie Brackeen and Dr. Josiah Dame, explain symptoms to watch for (scooting, tail tucking, straining), how internal vs. external expressions are done, treatment options, and prevention tips like diet, weight management, and allergy control.
5 Mar 2026
Can't Outrun a Bad Diet: Practical Fixes for Pet Obesity
In this episode of Vet Tales, Dr. Natalie Brackeen and Dr. Josiah Dame discuss pet obesity—how to recognize it using body condition scores, why excess weight causes arthritis, diabetes, breathing issues and liver problems, and why calories matter more than exercise.They share practical advice for pet caretakers: keep food logs, measure portions, adjust feeding for spayed/neutered and senior pets, consider satiety or weight-loss diets, use meal management tools for multi-pet homes and cats, monitor progress with your veterinarian, and watch for emerging medical options.
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265
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5.0 / 5
14 ratings
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5.0 / 5
8 ratings
Podcast Authority Score: 46 / 100
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Engagement
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