A podcast for curious pet parents.

For many pets, a trip to the veterinarian's office is a very stressful experience. However, a fearful vet visit does not have to be the case. On today's episode, we will learn about Fear Free veterinary visits with Dr. Marty Becker - the founder of Fear Free. Dr....

Our pets are hard-wired to hide their pain. Their evolutionary instinct is to show no weakness to potential predators. But that often makes it difficult for pet parents to determine how much a pet is hurting. Thankfully, we are joined today by Dr. Tamara Grubb, a...

When you pet gets sick, we all know that the place to take them is to your veterinarian. But what do you do if your primary vet office is closed? On today's episode, we will speak with, Kate Parker, who manages Animal Urgent Care - a 24-hour pet emergency hospital...

Lots of pet owners take their furry friends to the groomer. But what exactly goes on behind the scenes at the groomer’s? And how does one become a groomer? Michelle Mastrodonato, a Fear Free Certified Groomer, joins the podcast today to talk about her path to becoming...

In preparation of Vet Tech Appreciation Week next week, we couldn’t think of a better tribute to all of the professionals in the veterinary industry than to replay one of our favorite episodes of the past year. In Episode 5, we laughed; we cried; we celebrated “the...

Understanding and budgeting for your pet’s veterinary care can be stressful. Fortunately, wellness plans make it simple to provide the care your pet needs in a manner easy on your monthly budget. You no longer have to worry about planning for large veterinary bills...

It looks like fall temperatures have FINALLY arrived. The cooler weather means pet owners can hit the area trails with their canine companions. But proper prior planning is critical to ensuring a positive experience. Donna Chandler is a canine behavior specialist and...

Saying goodbye to a beloved pet can be a heart wrenching experience. How does one know when it is the right time to consider euthanasia? Rebecca Rose, a certified veterinary technician who serves as an outreach coordinator with Lap of Love Veterinary Hospice, joins...

In today’s bonus episode, Dr. Shirley shares some recent developments surrounding canine influenza. One recent severe outbreak in the Birmingham area led to closures of dog related services in the city and infectious disease protocols in veterinary clinics. Middle...

Who gets the pet if a couple breaks up? Are you entitled to “pain and suffering” if your cat dies as a result of a car accident? If your dog is attacked at the dog park, who is responsible for the veterinary bills? You may consider your rabbit as part of the family...