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What is holistic veterinary medicine?
The term holistic as it pertains to veterinary medicine has moved away from its original meaning and intent. In this episode, Dr. Roger explains what it is means to be a holistic veterinarian and...
How to keep your pets safe before and after a natural disaster
Having just endured Hurricane Milton, Dr. Roger highlights dangers unique to pets in the aftermath of a major natural disaster like Milton and Hurricane before it. Natural disaster are not always...
Managing veterinary care in a high cost financial climate
In the last episode, Dr. Roger detailed some of the main reasons for disproportionate increases in veterinary care during the last few years versus previous eras of the pet health care industry. ...
Who is to blame for the skyrocketing costs of veterinary care?
Inflation has hit the veterinary industry as badly (if not worse) as others in the post COVID19 world. Still, inflation is not the only driver of increased veterinary health care costs. Many of...
How safe are heartworm preventative medications for pets?
There is a growing distrust of the safety of heartworm preventative medications in pets that is leading many pet owners to question whether the risk of the medication rivals, or is worse than, th...
Vaccines that program dogs' immune systems to fight cancer
Dr. Roger discusses using cancerous tumors to develop vaccines that program the dog's immune system to attack the cancer. This is a great alternative to there are mitigating factors that make che...
Dog experience hind limb limping? Think knee first.
Inspired by a listener email, Dr. Roger dips into his post-doctoral orthopedic surgical certifications and vast hind limb surgical experience to discuss hind limb lameness in dogs. In this episod...
Should you be concerned about oral flea/tick pet meds causing seizures?
Dr. Roger pet owner concerns about the potential for the newest generation of flea and tick preventatives - in a class of compounds called isoxazolines - to cause seizures. While products Nextgar...
What diseases should you vaccinate your pets against and how often
Based on the most current research, Dr. Roger discusses what diseases pet owners should be vaccinating their dogs and cats against and with what frequency. Dr. Roger Welton is a practicing vet...
Dogs need to sniff!!
Dr. Roger talks about a unique superpower dogs possess, a scent of smell 30-60 times greater than that of humans! In fact, their primary source of sensory input comes from their nose, with their ...
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Not one more vet!
Dr. Roger brings to light the alarming statistic about veterinarians having the highest rate of suicide among professions, making them 2-4 times more likely to die by suicide than the general pop...
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Are some dog rescue adoption standards too rigid?
Dr. Roger discusses an increasingly common issue where pure breed enthusiasts are driven to purchase new puppies over denial by rigid dog rescue vetting standards. Dr. Roger Welton is a practi...
Important tips for keeping your pets safe this summer!
The summer season is a wonderful time of year, especially for temperate areas of the country looking forward to a break from the cold temps of winter and fun in the sun. Kids are off for the summ...
Is Librela Safe for Dogs?
Librela is a monoclonal antibody treatment for arthritis in dogs, administered by monthly injection. With great reported success, Librela is taking the industry by storm in becoming the gold stan...
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Why your vet bill is so high
Dr. Roger reacts to a recent article posted in The Atlantic about what is the cause for the rapid rise in the cost of veterinary health care for pets. Below is the link below to access the articl...
America's Top Dog 2024
Dr. Roger showcases the American Kennel Club the nation's most popular dog breed of 2024. Dr. Roger offers insights into the booming popularity of this breed, and highlights health concerns commo...
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One of many reasons why you should neuter your dog!
Pictured here is a real patient recently seen at Dr. Roger's clinic that is the direct result of this canine patient, now 9 years of age, not having been neutered. In this episode, Dr. Roger disc...
Oh no, not the cone!
In the midst of having to have his Labrador Retriever, Nacho (pictured on the show page), in an Elizabethan collar for an an extended period of time, Dr. Roger shares his empathy with pet owners ...
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Why do cats lag so far behind dogs in having regular vet visits?
Households that have at least one cat as a pet increase each year, yet an alarmingly low number of cats receive regular well care (39.8% of cats compared to 81.8% of dogs). In this episode, Dr. R...
What pet species presents the biggest challenge for veterinarian recommended treatment compliance?
Veterinarians diagnose and make treatment recomendations, but it is ultimately the responsibility of the pet owner to implement the treatment. The success of the outcome is intrinsically tied to ...
Dogs are not pack animals!
There is an unfortunate enduring mythology that dogs are essentially pack animals like their ancient ancestor that they evolved from, the wolf. Thousands of years of evolution through cohabitatio...
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Monoclonal antibody therapy is now cutting edge treatment for dogs and cats suffering from arthritis
Arthritis is the most common chronic disease in dogs and cats. Arthritis in pets can be debilitating and commonly reaches levels of severity where quality of life diminishes to the point of human...
Dental disease in pets: It far more serious than just doggy or kitty breath
February is Animal Dental Health Month! Dental disease is the second most common chronic disease in dogs and cats, yet it remains one of the most overlooked aspects of maintaining good health in ...
Dr. Roger's 2024 Top Pet Resolutions
Each New Year, Dr. Roger hosts an episode about certain resolutions he feels would be best for veterinary medicine and the pet loving world. In this episodes, Dr. Roger highlights a few of his to...
Beware of hidden holiday dangers for your pets!
Dr. Roger discusses hidden holiday dangers for that lurk in the home during this time of year. Tune to learn how to keep your pets safe and healthy through the holiday season. Below is the link...
Mysterious respiratory disease outbreak in dogs: Media sensationalism or real cause for concern
In this episode, Dr. Roger addresses a supposedly novel respiratory infectious disease that has yet to be identified, having been seen thus far in California, Colorado, Georgia, Illinois, Oregon,...
Flea are far more than an itchy nuisance!
Dr. Roger discusses some often little known consequences of flea infestations in dogs and cats that can make them sick far beyond just being itchy. Fleas can also pose health risks to the human f...
Give your dogs and cats the RIGHT time of day
In this episode Dr. Roger discusses the optimal times of the day that dogs and cats by their nature prefer to be active and engaged with. He stresses that we should not feel guilty when we have t...
What is Photobiomodulation and why should pet owners know about it?
Class IV LED therapy lasers are expanding treatment capabilities with unprecedented power to stimulate tissue regeneration in veterinarian medicine. Commonly called "cold laser," class IV thera...
Top Breeder Myths
"Breeder knows best," is becoming a common theme that veterinarians are having to contend with. This episode was inspired by a long season of new puppy and kitten visits with new pet owners ref...
https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/roger-welton-dvm5/episodes/Top-Breeder-Myths-e2aslnp
Dr. Roger talks pet food (finally!)
With few exceptions, Dr. Roger has resisted recommending pet food manufactuers on the air because of the dogma that pet discussions have taken on in recent years. Encouraged by a listener email...
The Doodling of America
Despite "designer" dog breeds resulting from crossing traditional AKC recognized breeds with Poodles being technically little more than very expensive mutts, it seems these days everyone in the m...
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Help for dogs with noise anxiety
Whether legal in one's state or not, Americans love our time honored tradition of blowing off fireworks every July 4th. Unfortunately for some dogs, July 4th (and New Year's Eve in my home stat...
Please learn from my loss
In his most emotional podcast to date, Dr. Roger opens up about his recent unexpected loss of his beloved 5-year-old Labrador Retriever, Stella. He recounts how she went from a perfectly health...
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Are there "natural" remedies that effectively prevent heartworm, fleas & ticks
Dr. Roger has recently been asked by several of his veterinary clinic clients his thoughts on a Dog Naturally Magazine dismissing the necessaity for the administration of heartworm, flea and tick...
Think hard and then think twice about adopting a working dog breed
When adopted by dog owners that understand the breed, what unique training they require, and are prepared to put in the leadership, time and energy these breeds require, they can be wonderful dog...
Protect your pets and family from emerging parasite threats
Parasite infections in pets are on the rise, including emerging resistant parasite variations. In this episode, Dr. Roger discusses these parasite threats to your pets, why they are on the rise...
Everything you need to know about managing anxiety in dogs and cats
Anxiety is a common health concern in dogs and cats and seems to be on the rise. Dr. Roger dedicates this episode to the treatment of various forms of chronic anxiety in dogs and cats. From p...
Chronic dental disease compromises the kidneys and other organs in pets
February is National Pet Dental Health Month, and Dr. Roger highlights the importance of maintaining health teeth and gums in dogs and cats. Dental disease in pets is far more than just bad bre...
Top Pet New Year Resolutions 2023
In his yearly Top New Year Pet Resolutions episode, Dr. Roger reflects on his experiences of the previous year and proposes a wish list for pet owners to consider for the coming new year as it pe...
Beware of holiday dangers lurking for your pets
The holiday season is usually the most wonderful time of the year, but it also presents health hazards for our pets. In thie episode, Dr. Roger highlights health accidents that commonly occur w...
Beware of Virulent Strains of Canine Respiratory Disease Complex!
Dr. Roger and veterinarians nationwide are seeing alarmingly high numbers canine respiratory infection cases that are particularly virulent and leading to bronchitis and pneumonia. Most troubli...
The pros of adopting an adult pet versus a puppy/kitten
In the market for adopting a new pet, it can be so alluring to stare into the innocent and adorable eyes of a puppy or kitten and choose to take them home as your new companion. But...fresh off...
Why do so many dogs suffer from skin allergies and what can be done about it?
Dr. Roger and the rest of the veterinary industry are seeing an alarming all time high case load of skin allergy cases in dogs and the trend seems to be increasing year over year. In his 20 yea...
How To Formulate An Emergency Preparedness Plan For Pets
Hurricane Ian is heading straight from its landfall site directly to the Florida Space Coast with the eye forecasted to arrive at Dr. Roger's normal broadcast time tomorrow at 8 AM (Thursday 9/29...
Beware of bad dog breeders!!!
That vast majority of dog breeders do not breed responsibly, ethically, or even in accordance with minimum standards of rearing or even state law. Their unethical and even inhumane actions lead t...
Does CBD oil really help treat anxiety and disease in pets?
CBD oil has become the over the counter rage for pet owners' attempts to manage diseases and anxiety in pets. The questions are: Does it really work? Are there real health management applicat...
My Favorite Kind of Veterinary Specialists
Dr. Roger does not have a particular type of veterinary specialist as it pertains to their specific area fo specialty. Instead, he has a preference for specialists across all areas of expertise...
Top 5 Veterinarian Pet Peeves
Do you ever what your veterinarian is really thinking during your visit him/her? Do you ever wonder what your vet thinks of your opinions or actions as he/she smiles and nods? Fresh off of a ...
Can flea and tick preventative medications cause seizures in dogs?
Pet owners are commonly raising concerns about oral generation oral flea and tick preventative medications being linked to seizures in dogs. What began as a retrospective labelling requirement ...
Healthy Gut, Happy Pet!
Did you know that great than 70% of of the immune system of dogs and cats resides in their gastrointestinal tract? This is one of the many reasons that dogs and cats maintaining a healthy gut i...
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Why is my dog always so hungry?
Is your dog one of many that seems to always be hungry? Is he well fed but acts like he is starving all the time? Tune in to this episode to find out why, as Dr. Roger delves into this common...
What supplements should I be giving to my pet?
The pet health supplement industry is a billion dollar a year industry that continues to grow. The question is, are they necessary? Do they really enhance the health of pets? Are some brand...
Why pet owners should not pressure their veterinarian to cut corners
Cost of medical diagnostics and services often present an obstacle for pet owners to elect the best possible treatments and surgery for their pets. This commonly results in clients asking veter...
Can pets get diabetes?
Diabetes Mellitus is a serious endocrine disease seen in both dogs and cats. The causes, treatment strategies, and diagnostic monitoring for diabetes mellitus for each respective species are qu...
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Help for dogs with fireworks and thunderstorm anxiety
A surprisingly large number of dogs suffer from thunderstorm and fireworks anxiety, 2 things that are prevalent in the summer months. In this episode, Dr. Roger discusses some effective natural...
Cancer care for pets is very different than it is for humans
Veterinary cancer medicine is one of the most misunderstood branches of veterinary medicine because pet owners tend to equate it to cancer medicine in people. The truth is that veterinary cance...
Essential tips for finding a responsible breeder
A significant percentage of diseases that are treated in veterinary medicine are genetically inherited as the result of bad breeding. Dr. Roger discusses the serious, at times tragic consequenc...
Protect Your Pet From Warm Weather Dangers This Summer Season
Summer is a glorious time, especially for people that live in temperate northern regions of the country! Long days, warm nights, and an explosion of plant and animal life are good for the soul,...
What An Episode Of "Wicked Tuna" Taught Me About Life With Pets
Inspiration comes from all aspects of life for Dr. Roger. Today's espisode was inspired by an episode of the reality tuna fishing show, Wicked Tuna, Dr. Roger recently watched that not only lef...
The Latest And Greatest For Management Of Arthritis In Aging Pets
If any pet lives lone enough, he/she will expereince the affects of arthritis, an inflammatory and degenerative condition that affects the joints of aging dogs and cats. From general stiffness ...
What is Pica in dogs and how do we treat it?
Pica is a common issue in dogs where they are driven to eat inanimate objects. These objects can range from underwear, socks, to sticks, rocks and just about anything else. Pica commonly causes g...
Why GI parasite screening is now more important for our pets than ever.
Dr. Roger highlights the emergence of parasites that are becoming increasingly resistant to what have traditionally been very effective medications to combat them. He also discusses affordable ne...
Is Your Pet's Breed Genetically Predisposed To Specific Deadly Disease?
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 ...
The Monsters Within
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 para...
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Everything You Need To Know About Leptospirosis In Dogs
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 ...
What is the right age to spay or neuter your dog?
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 s...
Is It Humane To Continue To Breed Brachycephalic Dog Breeds?
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, ...
Why do food trials commonly fail to help allergic pets?
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 addre...
The increasing wave of anti-vaxers in veterinary medicine
"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 associat...
The best part of my job as a veterinarian is...YOU
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....
Not One More Vet
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 ...
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Why is obesity higher in spayed and neutered pets and what can we do about it?
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...
Cats Lag Well Behind Dogs In Regular Wellness Care Yet Need It More
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 disc...
Update - Deadly Heart Disease In Dogs Linked To More Than Just Grain Free Diets
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 Adminis...
Space Coast Pet Podcast Holiday Season Special
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 deem...
Are Some Grain Free Diets Still Causing Deadly Heart Disease In Dogs?
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 a...
Join Us In Celebration Of National Veterinary Technician Week!
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 episo...
What is Stuck in your Pet's Gut?
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 ser...
Why Are VeterinaryClinics So Insanely Busy During The Coronavirus Pandemic?
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 ...
Coronavirus in Dogs and Cats
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 v...
The Veterinarian’s (Appropriate) Credo: “I recommend…And I also recommend…”
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 vet...
A Veterinarian's Tail of Love
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 ...
What Helps With Summer Noise Anxiety For Your Dog (Thunderstorms, Fireworks)?
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. ...
What Is It Like To Be A Newly Graduated Veterinarian?
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...
Top 2019 Pet Resolutions
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 ...
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Can Medical Marijuana Help Your Pet’s Health Condition?
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 CB...
Why Chemotherapy For Cancer Treatment In Pets Is Very Different Than For People
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 appr...
Grain Free Pet Food Implicated In Deadly Heart Disease In Dogs
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...
When Is It Time To Elect Euthanasia For Your Sick Pet?
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 euth...
What Dr. Roger & Dr. Karen Wish They Had Learned In Veterinary School
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 rela...
Everything You Need To Know About Parvo In Dogs & Cats
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 co...
Help Me, Help You!
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...
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When There Is No Canine Flu Outbreak, Should We Still Vaccinate?
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 isola...
How Safe Is Anesthesia For Your Pet?
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. Ka...
Everything You Need To Know About Heart Murmurs In Dogs And Cats
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 ...
Why Do Puppy Mills, Peddlers Of Cruelty Continue To Thrive In The US?
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 misse...
Top 2018 New Year Resolution For Your Pets
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. Roge...
Fake Service Dogs Are Illegal & Morally Wrong!
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 ...
Post Storm Flood Waters Harbor These Dangerous Dog & Cat Diseases
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 period...
Natural Disaster Preparedness For Pets!
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 Katri...
Why Veterinarians Both Love And Hate Blood Work
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 t...
Recognizing, Preventing, And Treating Heat Exhaustion/Heat Stroke In Dogs
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 ...
Medical& Mental Negative Effects Of Testosterone In Intact Male Dogs
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 nuissanc...
Pheromone Therapy & Other Strategies For Managing Stress In Dogs & Cats
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...
Debunking Claims Of "Natural" Heartworm Prevention For Dogs..Without Preventives
Dr. Roger and Dr. Karen take on outrageous holistic veterinary internet “publication” claims that heartworm disease can be effectively prevented “naturally” without the actual administrat...
Dog Experiencing Hacky, Gaggy, Labored Breathing? Here Are Possible Reasons Why.
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, brac...
Cat Urinating Outside of the Litter Box? Learn Why and How to Fix It.
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 ...
Help For Dogs And Cats That Suffer Seasonal Skin Allergies
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 thera...
Dog Limping On Back Leg? Think Knee First NOT Hip!
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 commo...
Everything You Need To Know About Tapeworms In Dogs And Cats
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 t...
Parasites that Pets Can Transmit To People
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 ...
Top Pet New Year Resolutions For 2017
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 mi...
Dr. Roger and Dr. Karen Final Thoughts & 2016 Year End Wrap Up Show
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 ex...
Regenerative Veterinary Medicine: Stem Cell and Platelet Rich Plasma Therapy
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 veterina...
Acupuncture And Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine
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 discus...
Intervertebral Disc Injuries In Dogs - Alot More Than Just A Bad Back
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 m...
Everything You Need To Know About Diabetes In Dogs And Cats
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 as...
A Spay Is A Major Abdominal Surgery…Please Consider It As Such
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 vesse...
Dr. Karen and Dr. Roger Talk About Vaccines In Puppies & Dogs
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 recentl...
Love A Golden - A Rescue Organization As Amazing As It Is Unique
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 f...
Seizure Disorders Are Unusually Common In Pets Especially In Dogs
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 aompa...
The Common, Silent Killer That Most Dog Owners Are Not Aware Of
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 ...
Canine Cognitive Dysfunction, aka., Dementia In Dogs
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 dysfuncti...
Why Doctor Roger's Recent Root Canal Made Him A Better Doctor
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 f...
5 Things You Probably Do Not Know About Heartworm Disease in Dogs
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 interest...
The Curious Case of the Hungry Cat
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...
Should You Feed Your Pet a Home Cooked Diet?
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 ...
Is Chemotherapy Right For Your Dog Or Cat Living With Cancer?
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 choo...
Trap, Spay/Neuter Release (TNR) Programs for Feral Cats. Right or Wrong?
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 ...
What is a hypoallergenic food trial and why are they important?
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 ...
Can I Skip Vaccinations On My Indoor Only Cat?
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? Ar...
Why Pay More To Have Your Pet Spayed Or Neutered In Dr. Roger's Vet Hospital?
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...
Ice Melt and Other Potential Winter Pet Dangers
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...
Coconut Oil for Pets - Glorious or Gimmick?
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 dog...
Final Thoughts 2015
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 ...
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Vitamin C for Prevention of Chronic Urinary Tract Infections in Dogs
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 mananag...
Make Your Dogs and Cats Happy While Promoting Great Dental Health!
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. Rog...
Breeders Are Not Veterinarians!
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 ad...
Dog or Cat Having a Tumor Removed? Be Sure to Have It Analyzed!
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 ...
The Number One Act Of Malpractice in Veterinary Medicine
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 explai...
More Veterinary Medical Misinformation – This Time Convenia
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 fictio...
You Get What You Pay For Version 2
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 spa...
Dangerous Canine Influenza Strain Plaguing Dogs In Midwest & Possibly Spreading
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 k...
Purina Beneful Lawsuit Charges That Diet Poisons/Kills Dogs
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. ...
Preventative Pet Health Care Series - Non Core Vaccines For Dogs and Cats
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 lifes...
Preventative Pet Health Care Series - Feline Core Vaccine: FVRCP
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 rhin...
My Week When Ignorance Was On Full Display
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 primari...
Final Thoughts 2014
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, ...
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Preventative Pet Health Care Series: Canine Parainfluenza Virus
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 d...
Preventative Pet Health Care Series: Canine Parvovirus
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 abi...
Preventative Pet Health Care Series: Canine Infectious Hepatitis
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...
Preventative Pet Health Care Series: Canine Distemper
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 ...
Preventative Pet Health Care Series: The Yearly Examination!
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 thi...
Preventative Pet Health Care Participation Has Declined And We Are At Fault
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 ...
Prepare Your Pet's Health For The Coming Veterinary Critical Mass
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 vete...
5 Ways To Get Your Pampered House Cat To Exercise
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 le...
Holistic Veterinary Medicine For Dogs And Cats Can Be High Tech
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 vet...
Prepare For Your Pet's Future Health By Banking Stem Cells
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...
5 Ways To Help Prevent Cancer In Dogs And Cats
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-ma...
Is My Pet Too Old For Anesthesia?
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 wha...
Are Pets Telepathic?
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 tele...
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How We Manage Dogs And Cats Through The Grey Area Of Life
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. Lear...
Something Wrong With Your Pet? Err On The Side Of Caution.
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....
The Magic Of Turmeric In Dogs
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 ...
This Is What Real Animal Rescue Looks Like
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 K...
Is "Dangerous Dog Breed" Banning Fair?
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...
Dog Or Cat Suffer With Diarrhea? This Episode Is A Must Listen!
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 epis...
Senior Age Dog Acting Strangely? It May Be Canine Cognitive Dysfunction
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 ...
Is The Cost Of Veterinary Care Skyrocketing?
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 gene...
Maintaining Healthy Ears In Dogs And Cats
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 peo...
Let's Talk About Canine And Feline Raw Feeding Again
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 ...
New Insights Into The Management Of Obesity In Dogs And Cats
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 ...
Dr. Roger's Big 2014 Announcement
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...
Unsubstantiated Mass Hysteria Targets Trifexis
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...
New Dangers from External Parasites on Pets
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 d...
Final Thoughts 2013
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, win...
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Keep Your Pets Safe This Holiday Season
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...
ABC's 20/20 "expose'" of veterinarians is careless, sensational reporting
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 irresponsi...
China, U.S. FDA, Knowingly Killing Pets
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 ...
Everything You Need to Know About Urinary Disease in Cats
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...
Preventing Kidney Failure in Dogs and Cats
Dr. Roger details strategies to prevent kindey failure, the number one cause of death in cats, the number two cause of death in dogs.
The 4 Most Important Health Concerns in Dogs and Cats
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 s...
Caring for Geriatric Pets
Dr. Roger talks about special considerations that should be taken in the care of geriatric pets.
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Don't Ignore ADR
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?
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 t...
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2013 Fall Season Opener: Everything You Need to Know About J
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 ...
Help Me Help You!
In this last episode before taking a summer recess, Dr. Roger reports on the frustrations and dangers of pet owner non-compliance. Find out which species create the greatest challenge for treat...
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Pet Companionship Should Not Only Be a Privilege of the Rich
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.
What Wellness Reveals in Pets
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 pe...
I may have rescued Bernie...but he rescued me right back
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.
A Day in the Life of a Practicing Veterinarian
Based on his own experience as a practicing veterinarian, Dr. Roger describes the typical day of a practicing veterinarian.
Pet Poisoning a Common Occurrence in the Home
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...
A Dog's (Cat's) Last Will and Testament
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, especia...
Spring Time is Here and With It, Hidden Danger for Pets
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...
Anesthesia Free Pet Dentistry Brushes with the Law
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...
Why Not Alternative Medicine (Part 3 of a 3 Part Series)
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 ...
Why Not Alternative Medicine? (Part 2 of a 3 Part Series)
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 actuall...
Why not alternative medicine? (Part 1)
Dr. Roger kicks off the 2013 discussing alternative veterinary medicine - Chinese herbal medicine, acupuncture, therapy laser, nutritional therapy, nutraceutical therapy - in contrast with tradit...
Top 10 2013 Pet Resolutions; Final Thoughts
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 hi...
Disease preventive nutrition
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.
What NOT to give (pet owners) this holiday season
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 t...
Corphobia
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 (b...
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Don't let your pet suffer from pancreatitis
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...
Veterinary Technicians: Trusted Partners in your Pet's Care
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...
Are our cats plotting against us??
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...
Jerky Treats for Pets Continue to Cause Problems
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 ser...
The Dangerous,Even Deadly,Consequences Of Self Treating Pets
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 se...
Looking For The Right Pet Food
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 differen...
Does Spay/Neuter Increase Obesity Risk in Pets?
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 ...
The Shot-Wagon: The bottom of the veterinary barrel.
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 bree...
Combating Zoonosis (diseases transmissible from pets to us)
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 ...
Walmart and Target Are Now in the Pet Medication Business
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 conseque...
Everything you need to know about heartworm disease
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 dis...
Top 10 Pet Myths
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 ...
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Nature's Anti-Inflammatory
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 q...
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Whay Cats Should be Kept Indoors; Anesthesia Free Dentistry
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. R...
Spinal injuries:prevention,recognition and treatment options
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 d...
Keeping pets healthy keeps your family healthy
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 som...
Separation anxiety, with special guest Steve Brooks, CPDT
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. ba...
Raw food diet controversy
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 f...
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Beware, MRSA is on the rise!
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 hum...
Top Ten 2012 Pet New Year Resolutions
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 ...
Final thoughts 2011
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 sa...
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The grain free pet food craze...worth all the hype?
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 origi...
Declaw, debarking, tail docking and ear cropping...
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...
Cat vet care often overlooked
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 ...
Pets and Halloween: Costumes, avoiding Halloween dangers
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-ma...
Affording wellness care for your pet in a tough economy
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 comm...
Season Opener! Dr. Roger's Big Announcement! The Itchy Pet
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 ...
Season finale: Top 10 feline myths
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...
Enjoy eating eggs without the stigma of cruelty.
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. Rog...
"TICKING" time bomb! Is Lyme Disease increasing in dog too?
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...
Top 10 Veterinarian Pet Peeves
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 pr...
Top 10 Canine Myths
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...
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Listener Questions Special
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 c...
America's Pets are Fat and Getting Fatter!
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 increasi...
The ABCs of Canine and Feline Wellness
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...
Heartworm Disease: Facts vs. Fiction (cat owners should listen too!)
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 dis...
Health and wellness web portal...for pets?
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...
Bad teeth, BAD HEALTH!
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 wel...
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Diabetes in dogs and cats...symptoms, prevention, and treatment.
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 ...
Its all about you time again, pet owners!
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 c...
Hip dysplasia in dogs: diagnosis, treatment, and prevention
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 ...
Dog Training the Australian Way
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 --...
Ethical and responsible breeding.
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 id...
Fish Oil Derived Omega-3-fatty acids : The Elixir of Health (if properly processed)
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 l...
Final Thoughts for 2010
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?
Dr. Welton discusses veterinary cancer medicine with veterinary internal medicine specialist, Dr. Teresa Goodson.
Helping the helpless
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.
A special interview with veterinary surgery resident and rehabilitation practioner, Dr. Ashok Padmanabhan. Plus, news and views, and Dr. Welton takes your calls live.
Insights into the day to day operations of a zoo!
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!
Protecting ourselves and our pets from a killer.
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 New...
Cutting edge application of stem cell technology in veterinary medicine
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 ...
Special interview with Ted Rheingold, creator/owner of pet megasites Dogster.com and Catster.com
Veterinary advice, animal news and views with host, veteirnarian and Veterinary News Network reporter, Dr. Roger Welton.
Pets and pet owners alike beware, leptospirosis is on the rise
Veterinary advice, animal news and views, with your host, veterinarian and Veterinary News Network reporter, Dr. Roger Welton.
Veterinary pharmacy home delivery
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 medicati...
Be careful, natural pet food is not necessarily what's best for your pet.
Veterinary advice, animal news and views.
Rent a dog??
Veterinary advice, animal news and views.
https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/roger-welton-dvm5/episodes/Rent-a-dog-e2asqcb
Protecting your pets and your family from antibiotic resistant bacteria.
Veterinary advice, animal news and views.
Designer breed? Really?
Veterinary advice, animal news and views.
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Offensive breath is never normal
Veterinary advice, animal news and views.
Veterinariary advice, animal news and views.
Pamela Anderson proves time and again that she is a great friend to animals.
Veterinary advice, animal news and views
What discount veterinary clinics really mean for your pet
Veterinary advice, animal news and views
Consequences of poor owner compliance.
Veterinary advice, animal news and views
Relax, its only an e-collar!
Veterinary advice, animal news and views
Petland Exposed!
Veterinary advice, animal news, and views
Warning, PARVO VIRUS OUTBREAKS!
Veterinary advice, animal news and views
Either pay now or possibly pay dearly later!