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On today's episode of Twin Trees Vet Talk, we welcome our very special guest, Dr. Jörg Mayer DVM, MS, DABVP, DECZM, DACZM. Dr. Mayer is a Professor of Zoological Medicine at the University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine, where he also teaches Bee Medicine classes to veterinarians and veterinary students.
In this episode we will focus on advice for beekeepers and troubleshooting bee colony loss. We discuss common honeybee diseases like the va roa mite and foulbrood, the use of medications like antibiotics in bees, hive autopsy, and the recent mandatory involvement of veterinarians in backyard and commercial honeybee farms due to new FDA regulations, the importance of joining your local beekeeper's association as well as providing diverse nectar sources for pollinators by planting wildflowers and native green spaces.
Pollinators are in major danger. Many of them are facing extinction. If you want to help pollinators here are some simple things you can do: Buy organic. Don't use pesticides. Plant wild native flowers. Support your local farmers and local beekeepers by going to the farmers market and buying locally grown food and honey.
We hope you enjoy this episode! Please leave your questions and comments below!Check out the first episode in this bee series where we discuss the importance of bees with respect to the economy and global food security, the major threats to bees, how to help the bees, and much more.
FULL BLOG POST: https://twintreesvet.com/blogs/vet-talk/chatting-bee-medicine-with-the-bee-veterinarian-twin-trees-vet-talk
WELCOME TO TWIN TREES VET TALK! An informal chat with Dr. Lopez (Emergency Veterinarian) and friends to share our perspective on pet predicaments, being a veterinarian, our shared love for animals and more! Have a quick question? Want to run something by us? Or just need our two cents? This is your chance! Each week we select a handful of questions to answer.SUBMIT YOUR QUESTIONS HERE:
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This week we delve into the remarkable journey of a former Army Ranger and sniper who transitioned from the precision of the battlefield to the compassion of animal care, ultimately becoming the CEO of a thriving veterinary practice.
Join us as we explore the leadership lessons, the challenges overcome, and the dedication to service that propelled our host from the front lines to the forefront of veterinary medicine.
We discuss the extraordinary military working dogs and their job to find and detect explosives and keep service members safe. We also talk about other challenges facing veterinarians in private practice, including the rise of corporate veterinary medicine and the struggles when pet owners don't have pet insurance.
In this episode we take a deep dive into the strategies, mindset, and vision that can inspire anyone to aim for success, no matter their starting point. Follow the story of resilience, transformation, and triumph in the world of veterinary health and business leadership with Dr. Sean McPeck.
We hope you enjoy this episode! Please leave your questions and comments below!
FULL BLOG POST: https://twintreesvet.com/blogs/vet-talk/what-to-do-if-your-dog-has-cancer-oncologist-answers-twin-trees-vet-talk-free-vet-advice-podcast
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES:
-Visit Tier 1 Veterinary Medical Center: https://tier1vet.com/
-Check out Tier1 Vet's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/ @Tier1Vet
-Find a Veterinary Specialist Near You: https://www.vetspecialists.com/
-Osteosarcoma in Dogs: https://www.vetspecialists.com/vet-blog-landing/animal-health-articles/2023/03/13/Osteosarcoma
-Mast Cell Tumors in Dogs and Cats | Canine and Feline MCT: https://www.vetspecialists.com/vet-blog-landing/animal-health-articles/2020/04/09/mast-cell-tumors-in-dogs-and-cats
-Canine Lymphoma in Your Dog: A Pet Health Care Guide: https://www.vetspecialists.com/vet-blog-landing/animal-health-articles/2020/04/07/canine-lymphoma-in-your-dog-a-pet-health-care-guide
-Orthopaedic Foundation for Animals:
-AKC Guide to Responsible Pet Breeding:
RELATED CONTENT ON OUR CHANNEL:
-Q: My dog has a lump- I am worried it is cancer.
https://twintreesvet.com/blogs/vet-talk/my-dog-has-a-lump-i-am-worried-it-is-cancer
-Q): My dog has an epulis on her gums- is surgery urgent? https://twintreesvet.com/blogs/vet-talk/my-dog-has-an-epulis-on-her-gums-is-surgery-urgent
-Q: Pet Euthanasia: How do I know when it is time to say goodbye?
https://twintreesvet.com/blogs/vet-talk/q-how-do-i-know-when-it-is-time-to-say-goodbye
-The Truth About Pet Euthanasia: https://twintreesvet.com/blogs/pet-parenting-101/the-truth-about-euthanasia
-1.6 BAD GENETICS (Dangers to Avoid #6 of 7)︱Pet First Aid Course: https://twintreesvet.com/blogs/pet-first-aid-course/1-6-bad-genetics-dangers-to-avoid-6-of-7
WELCOME TO TWIN TREES VET TALK! An informal chat with Dr. Lopez (Emergency Veterinarian) and friends to share our perspective on pet predicaments, being a veterinarian, our shared love for animals and more! Have a quick question? Want to run something by us? Or just need our two cents? This is your chance! Each week we select a handful of questions to answer.
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#militarydogs #belgianmalinois #dutchshepherd #doghealth #veterinarian #pethealth #pets #veterinaria #veteransday #remembranceday
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On today's episode of Twin Trees Vet Talk, we welcome our very special guest, Dr. Marnie Ford. Dr. Ford is a Veterinary Ophthalmology Specialist in Vancouver, BC (Canada).
Dr. Ford helps us answer a question from a pet owner whose cat is squinting and appears to have something stuck in the eye. We discuss some of the disease processes that could be causing the cat's symptoms, and we talk about flushing the eye with saline, applying a warm compress and when to seek veterinary care. We hope you enjoy this episode! please leave your questions and comments below!
WELCOME TO TWIN TREES VET TALK! Join us LIVE every Sunday 5:30-6pm PST. An informal chat with Dr. Lopez (Emergency Veterinarian) and friends to share our perspective on pet predicaments, being a veterinarian, our shared love for animals and more! Have a quick question? Want to run something by us? Or just need our two cents? This is your chance! Each week we select a handful of questions to answer.WELCOME TO TWIN TREES VET TALK! You may be able to find an answer to your question here. Join us on YOUTUBE for new content weekly. An informal chat with Dr. Lopez (Emergency Veterinarian) and friends to share our perspective on pet predicaments, being a veterinarian, our shared love for animals and more! Have a quick question? Want to run something by us? Or just need our two cents? This is your chance! Enter your questions here. and each week we will select a handful of questions to answer.
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The medical information on this site is provided as an educational resource only, and is not to be used or relied on for any diagnostic or treatment purposes. This information does not create any veterinarian-client-patient relationship, and should not be used as a substitute for professional diagnosis and treatment.
Please consult your pet's health care provider before making any health care decisions or for guidance about a specific medical condition. Twin Trees Vet expressly disclaims responsibility, and shall have no liability, for any damages, loss, injury, or liability whatsoever suffered as a result of your reliance on the information contained in this site.
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Join us as we ask a veterinary oncologist (a.k.a. pet cancer specialist): "What would you do if your dog had cancer?" "What are your most inspiring pet oncology cases?" "How is cancer treatment for humans different from cancer treatment for pets?" and "Best advice for someone whose pet was recently diagnosed with cancer." We talk about chemotherapy, radiation therapy, surgery for cancer, as well as osteosarcoma, mast cell tumours (MCT), lymphoma and more!
On today's episode we are joined by Dr. Jim Perry to discuss the field of veterinary oncology and answer common questions about cancer treatment for pets. Dr. Perry's qualifications are extraordinary; he is double-board certified in veterinary oncology, veterinary surgery, and he also has a PhD. in Immunology. Dr. Perry practices at Veterinary Referral Center of Central Oregon (in Bend, Oregon).
We hope you enjoy this episode! Please leave your questions and comments below!
FULL BLOG POST: https://twintreesvet.com/blogs/vet-talk/what-to-do-if-your-dog-has-cancer-oncologist-answers-twin-trees-vet-talk-free-vet-advice-podcastRELATED CONTENT ON OUR CHANNEL:
-Q: My dog has a lump- I am worried it is cancer.
https://twintreesvet.com/blogs/vet-talk/my-dog-has-a-lump-i-am-worried-it-is-cancer
- Q): My dog has an epulis on her gums- is surgery urgent?
-Q: Pet Euthanasia: How do I know when it is time to say goodbye?
https://twintreesvet.com/blogs/vet-talk/q-how-do-i-know-when-it-is-time-to-say-goodbye
-The Truth About Pet Euthanasia: https://twintreesvet.com/blogs/pet-parenting-101/the-truth-about-euthanasia
-1.6 BAD GENETICS (Dangers to Avoid #6 of 7)︱Pet First Aid Course: https://twintreesvet.com/blogs/pet-first-aid-course/1-6-bad-genetics-dangers-to-avoid-6-of-7
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES:-Find a Veterinary Oncologist Near You: https://www.vetspecialists.com/specialties/oncology
-Osteosarcoma in Dogs: https://www.vetspecialists.com/vet-blog-landing/animal-health-articles/2023/03/13/Osteosarcoma
-Mast Cell Tumors in Dogs and Cats | Canine and Feline MCT: https://www.vetspecialists.com/vet-blog-landing/animal-health-articles/2020/04/09/mast-cell-tumors-in-dogs-and-cats
-Canine Lymphoma in Your Dog: A Pet Health Care Guide: https://www.vetspecialists.com/vet-blog-landing/animal-health-articles/2020/04/07/canine-lymphoma-in-your-dog-a-pet-health-care-guide
-Orthopaedic Foundation for Animals:-AKC Guide to Responsible Pet Breeding: -
On today's episode of Twin Trees Vet Talk, we welcome our very special guest, Dr. Jörg Mayer DVM, MS, DABVP, DECZM, DACZM. Dr. Mayer is a veterinarian to bees and other exotic animals, and a Professor of Zoological Medicine at the University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine; where he also teaches bee medicine classes to veterinarians and veterinary students.
We discuss the importance of bees with respect to the economy and global food security, the major threats to bees, how to help the bees, and more.
Pollinators are in major danger. Many of them are facing extinction. If you want to help pollinators here are some simple things you can do: Buy organic. Don't use pesticides. Plant wild native flowers. Support your local farmers and local beekeepers by going to the farmers market and buying locally grown food and honey.
In our next episode we will focus on advice for beekeepers and troubleshooting bee colony loss.
We hope you enjoy this episode! Please leave your questions and comments below!
CHAPTERS:
00:00 Teaser
01:08 Intro: Dr. Jörg Mayer
1:47 Why are bees important?
03:22 What foods are made by bees? Commercial beekeeping.
06:35 What are the biggest threats to bees?
06:44 Threat #1 habitat loss
07:33 Threat #2 pesticides
08:49 Threat #3 pathogens, multidrug resistance
09:44 Understanding the numbers: Bee colony loss rates.
11:32 How to help bees
11:40 #1: create pollinator habitat. Exchange your lawn for wild meadow. Bee hotels.
13:06 #2: Buy local honey from a local beekeeper.
13:30: More on flowers. Plant native wildflowers, plant a variety.
14:23 #3 Avoid pesticides/ herbicides in your garden (and on the food you buy...buy organic. More on this later).
14:46: EXTINCTION IS REALITY for bees, butterflies, pollinators, and up the food chain.
17:00 Buying food sprayed with pesticides harms bees and other pollinators. Buy organic, locally grown food.
17:56 Recap & Take Home Points
Thank you Dr. Mayer!
FULL BLOG POST: https://twintreesvet.com/blogs/vet-talk/why-are-the-bees-dying-how-to-help-the-bees
WELCOME TO TWIN TREES VET TALK! An informal chat with Dr. Lopez (Emergency Veterinarian) and friends to share our perspective on pet predicaments, being a veterinarian, our shared love for animals and more! Have a quick question? Want to run something by us? Or just need our two cents? This is your chance! Each week we select a handful of questions to answer.
SUBMIT YOUR QUESTIONS HERE:
https://twintreesvet.com/pages/vet-talk
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-Subscribe to our YOUTUBE channel: https://www.youtube.com/twintreesvet
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The medical information on this site is provided as an educational resource only, and is not to be used or relied on for any diagnostic or treatment purposes.
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MAY THE FOURTH BE WITH YOU! To celebrate this International STAR WARS Holiday, we are bringing you Episode 2 of our tetralogy spotlighting a new frontier in veterinary medicine. In this episode of "A New Hope For Dogs With Mitral Valve Disease" we speak with one of the galaxy's most renowned veterinary heart surgeons, the Jedi Master, Dr. Chris Orton, to discuss more specifics on TEER| V-Clamp, the groundbreaking procedure that he and his team at Colorado State University have pioneered over the last 2 years.
In episode 1 we gave an overview of the new medical breakthrough, which Dr. Orton and his team have pioneered at Colorado State University. The new minimally-invasive procedure is called Transcatheter Edge To Edge Mitral Valve Repair (also known as TEER or the V-Clamp Procedure), and this new technology has completely revolutionized the way mitral vale disease (MVD) can be treated in dogs.
Now in episode 2, we discuss more specifics of the new procedure and how it works to repair the mitral valve, as well ascomparisons between TEER and open heart surgery. This is truly a new frontier of veterinary medicine. Stay tuned for the rest of the TEER trilogy (or tetralogy -no pun intended) where we will discuss patient selection, Dr. Orton's journey to becoming a leading authority in veterinary heart surgery, and more.
The main advantages of TEER compared to open heart surgery for mitral valve repair include safety/ low-risk, quick recovery, cost, and availability. It is inherently minimally invasive. In the future, the procedure will become much more widely available, as more centres will be able to offer the procedure. Dr. Orton and his team at Colorado State University are committed to training other centres to help bring this amazing new treatment to more dogs with mitral valve disease.
TEER uses transesophageal echocardiography and fluoroscopy to guide placement of the V-Clamp device (developed by Hongyu Medical in Shanghai, China) to reduce the leak (backwards flow of blood) across a diseased mitral valve. The clamp mainly works by addressing prolapse of the valve.
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MAY THE FOURTH BE WITH YOU! To celebrate this International STAR WARS Holiday, we are bringing you Episode 2 of our tetralogy spotlighting a new frontier in veterinary medicine. In this episode of "A New Hope For Dogs With Mitral Valve Disease" we speak with one of the galaxy's most renowned veterinary heart surgeons, the Jedi Master, Dr. Chris Orton, to discuss more specifics on TEER| V-Clamp, the groundbreaking procedure that he and his team at Colorado State University have pioneered over the last 2 years.
In episode 1 we gave an overview of the new medical breakthrough, which Dr. Orton and his team have pioneered at Colorado State University. The new minimally-invasive procedure is called Transcatheter Edge To Edge Mitral Valve Repair (also known as TEER or the V-Clamp Procedure), and this new technology has completely revolutionized the way mitral vale disease (MVD) can be treated in dogs.
Now in episode 2, we discuss more specifics of the new procedure and how it works to repair the mitral valve, as well as comparisons between TEER and open heart surgery. This is truly a new frontier of veterinary medicine. Stay tuned for the rest of the TEER trilogy (or tetralogy -no pun intended) where we will discuss patient selection, Dr. Orton's journey to becoming a leading authority in veterinary heart surgery, and more.
In the future, the procedure will become much more widely available, as more centres will be able to offer the procedure. Dr. Orton and his team at Colorado State University are committed to training other centres to help bring this amazing new treatment to more dogs with mitral valve disease.
TEER uses transesophageal echocardiography and fluoroscopy to guide placement of the V-Clamp device (developed by Hongyu Medical in Shanghai, China) to reduce the leak (backwards flow of blood) across a diseased mitral valve. The clamp mainly works by addressing prolapse of the valve.
We hope you enjoy this episode! Please leave your questions and comments below!RELATED CONTENT ON OUR CHANNEL:
-A New Hope (Ep.1) For Dogs With Mitral Valve Disease (MVD): TEER V-Clamp Overview
-Dog Heart Murmur -What Does It Mean? Is it Serious?:
-The Amazing World Of Veterinary Cardiology:
-IT'S NOT OVER! Grain Free Dog Food & Heart Disease│Twin Trees Vet Talk (FREE VET ADVICE PODCAST)
-Congestive Heart Failure in a Dog / CHF
- 3 Tips from the Emergency Vet
-1.7 Preventative & Wellness Care for Pets (Dangers to Avoid #7 of 7)
-Genetic Heart Disease
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES:-LEARN MORE: TEER Info sheet form Dr. Orton's team at CSU:
-CSU veterinary team performs first-ever heart valve procedure on schnauzer (Feb, 2020)
- Liu B, Leach SB, Pan W, Zheng F, Jia L, Zhou X, Li J. Preliminary Outcome of a Novel Edge-to-Edge Closure Device to Manage Mitral Regurgitation in Dogs. Front Vet Sci. 2020 Dec 17;7:597879. doi: 10.3389/fvets.2020.597879. PMID: 33392290; PMCID: PMC7773927: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7773927/
-photo credit: Instagram: @corgnelius
-Diet-associated DCM update from Lisa Freeman (Board-Certified Veterinary Nutritionist at Tufts University):
-Orthopaedic Foundation for Animals:
-AKC Guide to Responsible Pet Breeding:CHAPTERS:
00:00 Teaser
0:47 Intro: Christopher Orton, DVM, PhD, DACVS
1:01 What does the video show? Accessing the heart, transesophageal echocardiography, fluoroscopy.
2:18 Mitral Valve Disease Background, valve prolapse
03:10 how the V-clamp works to repair the leak
03:48 The cost of the procedure
It started with a trip to Shanghai Jan 2020, TEER in humans
04:20 credit to Hongyu Medical in Shanghai, China for making second clamp free
04:46 Insurance
05:14 Contrasting open heart surgery for mitral valve repair. Advantages of TEER: minimally invasive, safety, quick recovery, availability
7:31 Survival data
8:20 Open heart surgery reduces the leak more, but is riskier, longer recovery, but outcomes are similar
9:49 Recovery
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On today's episode of Twin Trees Vet Talk, we welcome our very special guest, Dr. Vincent Defalque. Dr. Defalque is a Board Certified Veterinary Dermatologist in Vancouver, BC (Canada). We discuss the causes of itch (pruritus) in dogs and cats, as well as what owners can expect with regards to diagnostic testing and management of itchy skin conditions resulting from problems like parasites (fleas, mites), food allergies, and environmental allergies (also called atopic dermatitis or atopy). We hope you enjoy this episode! Please leave your questions and comments below!FULL BLOG POST: https://twintreesvet.com/blogs/vet-talk/why-does-my-pet-itchCHAPTERS:00:00 Teaser00:51 Into and Q) Why is my pet itchy?01:19 What is itch (pruritus)?02:07 3 main causes of Itch02:29 What happens in a derm consultation for itchiness?03:58 Antimicrobial resistance04:08 Rule out Food Allergies & 8 week restrictive dietary trial05:25 Next step (after ruling out parasites and food allergies). 05:37 Atopic dermatitis/ atopy/ environmental allergies.07:09 More about atopic dermatitis/ atopy and immunotherapy09:43 Take home pointsWELCOME TO TWIN TREES VET TALK! An informal chat with Dr. Lopez (Emergency Veterinarian) and friends to share our perspective on pet predicaments, being a veterinarian, our shared love for animals and more! Have a quick question? Want to run something by us? Or just need our two cents? This is your chance! Each week we select a handful of questions to answer. SUBMIT YOUR QUESTIONS HERE:https://twintreesvet.com/pages/vet-talkCONNECT WITH US ONLINE:-Subscribe to our YOUTUBE channel: https://www.youtube.com/twintreesvet-Visit our WEBSITE: http://www.twintreesvet.com-Follow us on INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/twintreesvet/-Like us on FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/twintreesvet/
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We are joined by Veterinary Cardiologist Dr. Mark Harmon.
Genetics and nutrition are two main factors that can lead to heart disease in pets, and so screening breeding animals for heart disease (so that it is not passed on to the puppies/kittens) and providing proper nutrition (giving the pet all of the nutrients required for a healthy heart) are two ways that we can prevent heart disease in pets as much as possible.
By being proactive and screening high risk breeds for heart disease BEFORE breeding them, we can do our best to produce puppies and kittens with the lowest possible chance of having heart disease. There are now genetic screening tests to help identify pets that are at higher risk for certain genetic types of heart disease. Before breeding a pet, a cardiologist can evaluate the heart with tests such as an echocardiogram and EKG to look for evidence of congenital or acquired heart disease.
Prospective owners of high-risk breeds must be properly educated on this ahead of time so that they can be prepared for the medical challenges that may lie ahead. The OFA website (below) is a great place for a breeder or prospective owner to search all of the inherited diseases that are common within that breed, so that they know what diseases should be screened for prior to breeding and what diseases to watch out for throughout the life of the pet. Having good medical insurance in place for a high-risk pet from Day 1 can help to ensure that the pets owners will be prepared for cost of medical care should heart disease arise.
Nutrition also plays a very important role in heart health. Taurine is an essential amino acid for cats; taurine deficiency is a known cause of dilated cardiomyopathy in cats. In dogs, a diet-associated cardiomyopathy associated with certain ingredients (peas, lentils, chickpeas, dried beans- all ingredients commonly found in "boutique," grain-free and vegan diets) has recently been documented, but veterinary nutrition researchers are still learning more about how this happens. For people formulating pet food at home, it is recommended to meet with a Board-Certified Veterinary Nutritionist (that is a veterinarian who has gone on to do a clinical residency and specialize in nutrition- this is different from "pet nutritionists" advertised on the internet!) to ensure the diet has all the important nutrients for that individual pet's needs.
We hope you enjoy this episode! Please leave your questions and comments below!
FULL BLOG POST: https://twintreesvet.com/blogs/vet-talk/preventing-heart-disease-in-dogs-and-cats
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES:
-IT'S NOT OVER! Grain Free Dog Food & Heart Disease: https://twintreesvet.com/blogs/vet-talk/its-not-over-grain-free-dog-food-heart-disease
-Orthopaedic Foundation for Animals: https://www.ofa.org/
-AKC Guide to Responsible Pet Breeding:
https://www.akc.org/breeder-programs/breeder-education/akcs-guide-responsible-dog-breeding/
-American College of Veterinary Nutrition- Specialist Directory: https://acvn.org/directory/
CHAPTERS:
00:00 Teaser
0:42 Intro, Q) Is there a way to prevent heart disease?
0:56 avoiding nutritional causes (taurine deficiency, certain ingredients)
1:24 genetic tests for heart disease
1:59 cardiologists work with breeders to screen high risk breeds
3:08 tips: before getting a of high risk breed
3:21 search the OFA website for more info
3:44 be proactive
WELCOME TO TWIN TREES VET TALK! An informal chat with Dr. Lopez (Emergency Veterinarian) and friends to share our perspective on pet predicaments, being a veterinarian, our shared love for animals and more! Each week we select a handful of questions to answer.
DISCLAIMER
The medical information on this site is provided as an educational resource only, and is not to be used or relied on for any diagnostic or treatment purposes.
#dogbreeding #heartdisease #catbreeding #petnutrition #cardiology #veterinarian #pethealth #pets #veterinaria #heartsounds #dogmom #cathealth #doghealth
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On today's episode of Twin Trees Vet Talk, we have the honour and privilege of hosting the great Dr. Chris Orton. He is a veterinary heart surgeon at Colorado State University, and is one of the leading veterinary cardiac surgeons in the world. He is highly regarded for having started the world's first veterinary open heart surgery program many years ago.
In this episode (part 1: overview) we discuss a new medical breakthrough, which Dr. Orton and his team have pioneered at Colorado State University. The new minimally-invasive procedure is called Transcatheter Edge To Edge Mitral Valve Repair (also known as TEER or the V-Clamp Procedure), and this new technology has completely revolutionized the way mitral vale disease (MVD) can be treated in dogs.
This is truly a new frontier of veterinary medicine. Stay tuned for the rest of the TEER trilogy (or tetralogy -no pun intended) where we will discuss the specifics of the new procedure and how it works to repair the mitral valve, patient selection, comparisons between TEER and open heart surgery, Dr. Orton's journey to becoming a leading authority in veterinary heart surgery, and more.
The main advantages of TEER compared to open heart surgery for mitral valve repair include safety/ low-risk, quick recovery, cost, and availability. It is inherently minimally invasive. In the future, the procedure will become much more widely available, as more centres will be able to offer the procedure. Dr. Orton and his team at Colorado State University are committed to training other centres to help bring this amazing new treatment to more dogs with mitral valve disease.
TEER uses transesophageal echocardiography and fluoroscopy to guide placement of the V-Clamp device (developed by Hongyu Medical in Shanghai, China) to reduce the leak (backwards flow of blood) across a diseased mitral valve.
We hope you enjoy this episode! Please leave your questions and comments below!
FULL BLOG POST: https://twintreesvet.com/blogs/vet-talk/a-new-hope-for-dogs-with-mitral-valve-disease-mvd-teer-v-clamp-twin-trees-vet-talk-podcast
-photo credit: Instagram: @corgnelius
CHAPTERS:
00:00 Teaser
0:42 Intro: Christopher Orton, DVM, PhD, DACVS
1:24 Mitral Valve Disease Background
01:56 It started with a trip to Shanghai Jan 2020, TEER in humans
03:05 credit to Hongyu Medical in Shanghai, China
03:16 This new procedure has revolutionized the treatment of canine mitral valve disease
03:44 Contrasting open heart surgery for mitral valve repair
04:39 Advantages of TEER: minimally invasive, safety, recovery, availability
05:06 Pioneering TEER and training new centres
06:47 The quick recovery
7:29 Refining the technique and sharing the knowledge
7:45 Patient criteria: age, weight, stage of MVD
9:15 The procedure
10:19 how to sign up
11:25 Thank you Dr. Orton!
WELCOME TO TWIN TREES VET TALK! An informal chat with Dr. Lopez (Emergency Veterinarian) and friends to share our perspective on pet predicaments, being a veterinarian, our shared love for animals and more! Have a quick question? Want to run something by us? Or just need our two cents? This is your chance! Each week we select a handful of questions to answer.
SUBMIT YOUR QUESTIONS HERE:
https://twintreesvet.com/pages/vet-talk
CONNECT WITH US ONLINE:
-Subscribe to our YOUTUBE channel: https://www.youtube.com/twintreesvet
-Visit our WEBSITE: http://www.twintreesvet.com
-Follow us on INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/twintreesvet/
-Like us on FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/twintreesvet/
DISCLAIMER
The medical information on this site is provided as an educational resource only, and is not to be used or relied on for any diagnostic or treatment purposes.
#cardiology #veterinarysurgeon #cavalierkingcharlesspaniel #veterinarian #vetschool #cardiologist #pethealth #pets #heartsurgery #heartsurgerysurvivor
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What are the signs and symptoms of underlying heart disease in pets?
On today's episode of Twin Trees Vet Talk, we welcome our very special guest, Dr. Mark Harmon. Dr. Harmon is a Veterinary Cardiology Specialist at Boundary Bay Veterinary Specialty Hospital in Vancouver, BC (Canada).
We discuss the signs of heart disease in dogs and cats to watch for, and some tips to monitor your pet for signs of impending heart failure before it gets so severe that the pet showing obvious signs of dying from congestive heart failure.
If your vet suspects your dog or cat may have an underlying heart problem, a referral to a cardiologist can provide you with important information about the type and stage of the heart disease, and if any intervention is needed.
If your pet has any indication of heart disease (even a very soft murmur, exercise intolerance, shortness of breath, cardiac arrhythmia, etc.) it very is important to have the heart evaluated, and to see a cardiologist whenever possible. If heart disease goes undiagnosed, it can continue to get worse under the surface and eventually culminate in a big emergency like congestive heart failure (CHF). We hope you enjoy this episode! Please leave your questions and comments below!
RELATED CONTENT ON OUR CHANNEL:
-Dog Heart Murmur -What Does It Mean? Is it Serious?: https://twintreesvet.com/blogs/vet-talk/dog-heart-murmur-what-does-it-mean-is-it-serious-twin-trees-vet-talk-free-vet-advice-podcast
-The Amazing World Of Veterinary Cardiology: https://twintreesvet.com/blogs/vet-talk/the-amazing-world-of-veterinary-cardiology
-IT'S NOT OVER! Grain Free Dog Food & Heart Disease: https://twintreesvet.com/blogs/vet-talk/its-not-over-grain-free-dog-food-heart-disease
-Congestive Heart Failure in a Dog / CHF: https://youtu.be/4LmR37ShaNw
- 3 Tips from the Emergency Vet https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7q0fm1mf7Xw&t=761s
-Genetic Heart Disease https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oXKwbK2S4UY
CHAPTERS:
00:00 Teaser
0:51 Intro, Q) what are the signs of heart diseases ?
1:08 symptoms of heart disease can be vague
1:37 monitor the sleeping breathing rate
03:30 exception: pleural effusion esp. in cats
04:05 what is congestive heart failure (CHF)?
4:24 symptoms of CHF (backwards vs forward failure)
FULL BLOG POST: https://twintreesvet.com/blogs/vet-talk/signs-heart-disease-in-dogs-and-cats-twin-trees-vet-talk-free-vet-advice-podcast
WELCOME TO TWIN TREES VET TALK! An informal chat with Dr. Lopez (Emergency Veterinarian) and friends to share our perspective on pet predicaments, being a veterinarian, our shared love for animals and more! Have a quick question? Want to run something by us? Or just need our two cents? This is your chance! Each week we select a handful of questions to answer.
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My vet said my dog has a heart murmur- What does it mean? Do I need to do anything? Should I be concerned?
On today's episode of Twin Trees Vet Talk, we welcome our very special guest, Dr. Mark Harmon. Dr. Harmon is a Veterinary Cardiology Specialist at Boundary Bay Veterinary Specialty Hospital in Vancouver, BC (Canada).
We discuss the causes of heart murmurs and the steps a pet owner should take to find out the significance of the heart murmur and whether indicative of a serious heart problem. If your vet detects a heart murmur in your pet, a referral to a cardiologist can provide you with important information about what is causing the murmur and if any intervention is needed. The cardiologist will perform an electrocardiogram (EKG or ECG) to assess the heart rhythm, and an echocardiogram (ultrasound of the heart) to assess size, shape, and function of the heart, and to detect any structural or functional abnormalities. Sometimes additional tests may be needed.
If your pet has any indication of heart disease (even a very soft murmur, exercise intolerance, shortness of breath, cardiac arrhythmia, etc.) it very is important to have the heart evaluated, and to see a cardiologist whenever possible. If heart disease goes undiagnosed, it can continue to get worse under the surface and eventually culminate in a big emergency like congestive heart failure (CHF). We hope you enjoy this episode! Please leave your questions and comments below!
RELATED CONTENT ON OUR CHANNEL:
-The Amazing World Of Veterinary Cardiology: https://twintreesvet.com/blogs/vet-talk/the-amazing-world-of-veterinary-cardiology
-IT'S NOT OVER! Grain Free Dog Food & Heart Disease: https://twintreesvet.com/blogs/vet-talk/its-not-over-grain-free-dog-food-heart-disease
-Congestive Heart Failure in a Dog / CHF: https://youtu.be/4LmR37ShaNw
- 3 Tips from the Emergency Vet https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7q0fm1mf7Xw&t=761s
-Genetic Heart Disease https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oXKwbK2S4UY
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES:
-Orthopaedic Foundation for Animals: https://www.ofa.org/
-AKC Guide to Responsible Pet Breeding:
https://www.akc.org/breeder-programs/breeder-education/akcs-guide-responsible-dog-breeding/
https://twintreesvet.com/blogs/vet-talk/dog-heart-murmur-what-does-it-mean-is-it-serious-twin-trees-vet-talk-free-vet-advice-podcast
FULL BLOG POST: https://twintreesvet.com/blogs/vet-talk/dog-heart-murmur-what-does-it-mean-is-it-serious-twin-trees-vet-talk-free-vet-advice-podcast
WELCOME TO TWIN TREES VET TALK! An informal chat with Dr. Lopez (Emergency Veterinarian) and friends to share our perspective on pet predicaments, being a veterinarian, our shared love for animals and more! Have a quick question? Want to run something by us? Or just need our two cents? This is your chance! Each week we select a handful of questions to answer. -
WATCH THE FULL EPISODE 👉 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=grqePv7zKX0&list=PLZBrTMqP6ffGid_suGt16gcBSCfHkEIR5&index=2&t=6s
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On today's episode of Twin Trees Vet Talk, we welcome our very special guest, Dr. Mark Harmon. Dr. Harmon is a Veterinary Cardiology Specialist at Boundary Bay Veterinary Specialty Hospital in Vancouver, BC (Canada).
In this video we discuss what it is like to be a veterinary cardiologist. Dr. Harmon tells us about his training after vet school (including 2 year-long internships and a 3 year residency). He talks to us about recent advances in the treatment of heart disease in pets, including pacemakers, balloon valvuloplasty, a new minimally-invasive method for treating mitral valve disease, and open heart surgery. Finally, he tells us about some of his most inspiring cases, including a labrador with atrial standstill , his own dog that had congenital heart disease, and a cat with aortic thromboembolism (also called ATE or saddle thrombus).We hope you enjoy this episode! Please leave your questions and comments below!
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On today's episode of Twin Trees Vet Talk, we welcome our very special guest, Dr. Mark Harmon. Dr. Harmon is a Veterinary Cardiology Specialist at Boundary Bay Veterinary Specialty Hospital in Vancouver, BC (Canada).
In this video we discuss what it is like to be a veterinary cardiologist. Dr. Harmon tells us about his training after vet school (including 2 year-long internships and a 3 year residency). He talks to us about recent advances in the treatment of heart disease in pets, including pacemakers, balloon valvuloplasty, a new minimally-invasive method for treating mitral valve disease, and open heart surgery. Finally, he tells us about some of his most inspiring cases, including a labrador with atrial standstill , his own dog that had congenital heart disease, and a cat with aortic thromboembolism (also called ATE or saddle thrombus).We hope you enjoy this episode! Please leave your questions and comments below!
FULL BLOG POST: https://twintreesvet.com/blogs/vet-talk/the-amazing-world-of-veterinary-cardiologySEGMENTS:
00:00 Teaser
0:43 Intro, advances in veterinary cardiology
3:45 Dr. Harmon's journey to becoming a veterinary cardiologist
5:41 typical day in the cardiology department
06:44 inspiring case #1: Lucy the dog with a pacemaker
08:04 Inspiring case #2 Harmon's own dog had congenital heart disease
08:27 Inspiring case #3 Angel, a cat with saddle thrombus , aortic thromboembolism
WELCOME TO TWIN TREES VET TALK! An informal chat with Dr. Lopez (Emergency Veterinarian) and friends to share our perspective on pet predicaments, being a veterinarian, our shared love for animals and more! Have a quick question? Want to run something by us? Or just need our two cents? This is your chance! Each week we select a handful of questions to answer.SUBMIT YOUR QUESTIONS HERE:
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3 BEST PIECES OF ADVICE FROM THE EMERGENCY VET THAT COULD SAVE YOUR PET'S LIFE
1) DON'T WAIT TOO LONG TO GET HELP! If you wait too long, it could be too late. This is especially true for concerns such as laboured breathing, pale gums and weakness. You know your pet best, so if you are worried or concerned, "when in doubt, check it out!"
2) PREVENT THE PREVENTABLE. Learn as much as possible about dangers that face your pet, such as household poisons, seemingly harmless objects (like toys, clothing, garbage and rocks), other animals, and vehicles. Pets are like toddlers and they need a responsible adult/babysitter to protect them from danger.
3) BE PREPARED FOR THE WORST CASE SCENARIO. Have a plan in place, know your nearest emergency clinic, have the ASPCA phone number on speed dial. Know basic first aid training and CPR. But MOST IMPORTANTLY, BE FINANCIALLY PREPARED. The cost of medical treatment in an emergency, and the owners' ability to pay for it, is probably the most important factor that determines whether a pet will receive the medical care it needs. The best way to protect yourself is to have good medical insurance for your pet. Do your research.
DISCLAIMER
The medical information on this site is provided as an educational resource only, and is not to be used or relied on for any diagnostic or treatment purposes.
#doghealth #cathealth #cardiology #veterinarysurgeon #veterinarian #vetschool #cardiologist #pethealth #pets #pacemaker #heartsurgerysurvivor
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Do grain free diets cause heart problems (like DCM or dilated cardiomyopathy) in dogs?
👉FULL EPISODE AND VET TALK PLAYLIST ON YOUTUBE:On today's episode of Twin Trees Vet Talk, we welcome our very special guest, Dr. Mark Harmon. Dr. Harmon is a Veterinary Cardiology Specialist at Boundary Bay Veterinary Specialty Hospital in Vancouver, BC (Canada).
We discuss the problem with trendy new diets ( vegan, vegetarian, grain-free), stemming from ingredients like chickpeas, lentils, peas, and dried beans that have been associated with dogs developing heart problems. Since the FDA warning against grain-free dog food, the FDA has halted its investigation but the problem has not gone away. Pet food manufacturers are still making diets with these problematic ingredients, so it is important to read the label on your pet's food and discuss with your veterinarian. If your pet has been fed a diet with these ingredients and there is any indication of heart disease (even a very soft murmur, exercise intolerance, shortness of breath, cardiac arrhythmia, etc.) it very is important to have the heart evaluated. The damage can be reversed in the earlier stages, but in the later stages it is devastating. We hope you enjoy this episode! Please leave your questions and comments below!
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES:
-Diet-associated DCM update from Lisa Freeman (Board-Certified Veterinary Nutritionist at Tufts University):: https://vetnutrition.tufts.edu/2023/02/diet-associated-dilated-cardiomyopathy-the-cause-is-not-yet-known-but-it-hasnt-gone-away/
-Orthopaedic Foundation for Animals: https://www.ofa.org/
-AKC Guide to Responsible Pet Breeding:
https://www.akc.org/breeder-programs/breeder-education/akcs-guide-responsible-dog-breeding/
RELATED CONTENT ON OUR CHANNEL:
-Congestive Heart Failure in a Dog / CHF https://youtu.be/4LmR37ShaNw
- 3 Tips from the Emergency Vet https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7q0fm1mf7Xw&t=761s
-1.7 Preventative & Wellness Care for Pets (Dangers to Avoid #7 of 7): https://youtu.be/qmWZGJZQR9I
-Genetic Heart Disease https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oXKwbK2S4UY
WELCOME TO TWIN TREES VET TALK! An informal chat with Dr. Lopez (Emergency Veterinarian) and friends to share our perspective on pet predicaments, being a veterinarian, our shared love for animals and more! Have a quick question? Want to run something by us? Or just need our two cents? This is your chance! Each week we select a handful of questions to answer. SUBMIT YOUR QUESTIONS HERE: https://twintreesvet.com/pages/vet-talk CONNECT WITH US ONLINE: -Subscribe to our YOUTUBE channel: https://www.youtube.com/twintreesvet-Visit our WEBSITE: http://www.twintreesvet.com-Follow us on INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/twintreesvet/-Like us on FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/twintreesvet/ -
WATCH THE FULL EPISODE 👉 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ehTX1dw9NpQ&list=PLZBrTMqP6ffGid_suGt16gcBSCfHkEIR5&index=2 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ehTX1dw9NpQ&list=PLZBrTMqP6ffGid_suGt16gcBSCfHkEIR5&index=2
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Do grain free diets cause heart problems (like DCM or dilated cardiomyopathy) in dogs?
On today's episode of Twin Trees Vet Talk, we welcome our very special guest, Dr. Mark Harmon. Dr. Harmon is a Veterinary Cardiology Specialist at Boundary Bay Veterinary Specialty Hospital in Vancouver, BC (Canada).
We discuss the problem with trendy new diets ( vegan, vegetarian, grain-free), stemming from ingredients like chickpeas, lentils, peas, and dried beans that have been associated with dogs developing heart problems. Since the FDA warning against grain-free dog food, the FDA has halted its investigation but the problem has not gone away. Pet food manufacturers are still making diets with these problematic ingredients, so it is important to read the label on your pet's food and discuss with your veterinarian. If your pet has been fed a diet with these ingredients and there is any indication of heart disease (even a very soft murmur, exercise intolerance, shortness of breath, cardiac arrhythmia, etc.) it very is important to have the heart evaluated. The damage can be reversed in the earlier stages, but in the later stages it is devastating. We hope you enjoy this episode! Please leave your questions and comments below!
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES:
-Diet-associated DCM update from Lisa Freeman (Board-Certified Veterinary Nutritionist at Tufts University):: https://vetnutrition.tufts.edu/2023/02/diet-associated-dilated-cardiomyopathy-the-cause-is-not-yet-known-but-it-hasnt-gone-away/
-Orthopaedic Foundation for Animals: https://www.ofa.org/
-AKC Guide to Responsible Pet Breeding:
https://www.akc.org/breeder-programs/breeder-education/akcs-guide-responsible-dog-breeding/
RELATED CONTENT ON OUR CHANNEL:
-Congestive Heart Failure in a Dog / CHF https://youtu.be/4LmR37ShaNw
- 3 Tips from the Emergency Vet https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7q0fm1mf7Xw&t=761s
-1.7 Preventative & Wellness Care for Pets (Dangers to Avoid #7 of 7): https://youtu.be/qmWZGJZQR9I
-Genetic Heart Disease https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oXKwbK2S4UY
WELCOME TO TWIN TREES VET TALK! An informal chat with Dr. Lopez (Emergency Veterinarian) and friends to share our perspective on pet predicaments, being a veterinarian, our shared love for animals and more! Have a quick question? Want to run something by us? Or just need our two cents? This is your chance! Each week we select a handful of questions to answer.
SUBMIT YOUR QUESTIONS HERE: https://twintreesvet.com/pages/vet-talk
CONNECT WITH US ONLINE:
-Subscribe to our YOUTUBE channel: https://www.youtube.com/twintreesvet-Visit our WEBSITE: http://www.twintreesvet.com
-Follow us on INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/twintreesvet/
-Like us on FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/twintreesvet/
DISCLAIMER
The medical information on this site is provided as an educational resource only, and is not to be used or relied on for any diagnostic or treatment purposes.
#doghealth #grainfree #dognutrition #cardiology #veterinarysurgeon #veterinarian #goldenretriever #rottweiler #pethealth #pets
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WATCH THE FULL EPISODE 👉 https://youtu.be/gwavvNPpT4Q
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On today's episode of Twin Trees Vet Talk, we welcome our very special guest, Dr. Mike King. Dr. King is a Veterinary Surgery Specialist at Canada West Veterinary Specialists in Vancouver, BC (Canada).
We discuss of the most common health problems requiring surgery in popular dog breeds such as labradors, golden retrievers, English bulldogs, French Bulldogs and rottweilers. We discuss hip dysplasia, elbow dysplasia, and brachycephalic airway syndrome. If you are interested in getting one of these breeds, make sure you know what health problems are lkely to come with that breed so that you can be prepared (get insurance ahead of time!). Make sure to watch our other videos about common eye and neurologic problems in certain breeds. We hope you enjoy this episode! Please leave your questions and comments below!
RELATED CONTENT:
-Dog Breed Eye Health Problems To Screen For: https://youtu.be/-8rJYwud9vc
-How to Become A Veterinary Neurology Specialist & What Does A Neurologist do? https://youtu.be/Iq9BqDPoPOw
-1.6 BAD GENETICS (Dangers to Avoid #6 of 7): https://youtu.be/vwckW6IsXCQ
-Genetic Heart Disease in Dogs and Cats: https://youtu.be/oXKwbK2S4UY
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES:
-Orthopedic Foundation for Animals: https://www.ofa.org/
-AKC Guide to Responsible Pet Breeding:
https://www.akc.org/breeder-programs/breeder-education/akcs-guide-responsible-dog-breeding/
-AKC Breeder Education Courses: https://www.akc.org/breeder-programs/breeder-education/breeder-education-courses/
-Guidelines for Responsible Pet Ownership
https://www.avma.org/policies/guidelines-responsible-pet-ownership
-Responsibilities of Pet Ownership
https://www.canadianveterinarians.net/responsibilities-of-ownership
WELCOME TO TWIN TREES VET TALK! An informal chat with Dr. Lopez (Emergency Veterinarian) and friends to share our perspective on pet predicaments, being a veterinarian, our shared love for animals and more! Have a quick question? Want to run something by us? Or just need our two cents? This is your chance! Each week we select a handful of questions to answer.
SUBMIT YOUR QUESTIONS HERE:
https://twintreesvet.com/pages/vet-talk
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-Subscribe to our YOUTUBE channel: https://www.youtube.com/twintreesvet
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On today's episode of Twin Trees Vet Talk, we welcome our very special guest, Dr. Mike King. Dr. King is a Veterinary Surgery Specialist at Canada West Veterinary Specialists in Vancouver, BC (Canada).
We discuss of the most common health problems requiring surgery in popular dog breeds such as labradors, golden retrievers, English bulldogs, French Bulldogs and rottweilers. We discuss hip dysplasia, elbow dysplasia, and brachycephalic airway syndrome. If you are interested in getting one of these breeds, make sure you know what health problems are lkely to come with that breed so that you can be prepared (get insurance ahead of time!). Make sure to watch our other videos about common eye and neurologic problems in certain breeds. We hope you enjoy this episode! Please leave your questions and comments below!
RELATED CONTENT:
-Dog Breed Eye Health Problems To Screen For: https://youtu.be/-8rJYwud9vc
-How to Become A Veterinary Neurology Specialist & What Does A Neurologist do? https://youtu.be/Iq9BqDPoPOw
-1.6 BAD GENETICS (Dangers to Avoid #6 of 7): https://youtu.be/vwckW6IsXCQ
-Genetic Heart Disease in Dogs and Cats: https://youtu.be/oXKwbK2S4UY
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES:
-Orthopedic Foundation for Animals: https://www.ofa.org/
-AKC Guide to Responsible Pet Breeding:
https://www.akc.org/breeder-programs/breeder-education/akcs-guide-responsible-dog-breeding/
-AKC Breeder Education Courses: https://www.akc.org/breeder-programs/breeder-education/breeder-education-courses/
-Guidelines for Responsible Pet Ownership
https://www.avma.org/policies/guidelines-responsible-pet-ownership
-Responsibilities of Pet Ownership
https://www.canadianveterinarians.net/responsibilities-of-ownership
WELCOME TO TWIN TREES VET TALK! An informal chat with Dr. Lopez (Emergency Veterinarian) and friends to share our perspective on pet predicaments, being a veterinarian, our shared love for animals and more! Have a quick question? Want to run something by us? Or just need our two cents? This is your chance! Each week we select a handful of questions to answer.
SUBMIT YOUR QUESTIONS HERE:
https://twintreesvet.com/pages/vet-talk
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WATCH THE FULL EPISODE 👉 https://youtu.be/dqHfvkeT8_w
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On today's episode of Twin Trees Vet Talk, we welcome our very special guest, Dr. Mike King. Dr. King is a Veterinary Surgery Specialist at Canada West Veterinary Specialists in Vancouver, BC (Canada).
Dr. King helps us answer a question from a pet owner who asks: "How do I know if my cat needs PU surgery?" We discuss some of the signs that suggest a cat may need surgery on its urethra for recurrent urethral blockage, and we discuss some of the reasons why cats develop urinary blockages from stones and crystals. We also discuss what is involved in the surgical procedure. We hope you enjoy this episode! Please leave your questions and comments below!
Urinary blockage is a common reason for emergency visits in male cats. Symptoms that a cat may straining to urinate, spending abnormal amounts of time in the litter box, pain and dribbling.
RELATED VIDEOS:
-How to Perform Urethral Catheterization In A Blocked Cat│Veterinary Emergency Procedures: https://youtu.be/LKNH1U4tapU
-How Facebook almost killed Bae-Bae︱Twin Trees Vet Talk (FREE Vet Advice Podcast): https://youtu.be/adsHIDgNlbQ
WELCOME TO TWIN TREES VET TALK! An informal chat with Dr. Lopez (Emergency Veterinarian) and friends to share our perspective on pet predicaments, being a veterinarian, our shared love for animals and more! Have a quick question? Want to run something by us? Or just need our two cents? This is your chance! Each week we select a handful of questions to answer.
SUBMIT YOUR QUESTIONS HERE:
https://twintreesvet.com/pages/vet-talk
CONNECT WITH US ONLINE:
-Subscribe to our YOUTUBE channel: https://www.youtube.com/twintreesvet
-Visit our WEBSITE: http://www.twintreesvet.com
-Follow us on INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/twintreesvet/
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3 BEST PIECES OF ADVICE FROM THE EMERGENCY VET THAT COULD SAVE YOUR PET'S LIFE
1) DON'T WAIT TOO LONG TO GET HELP! If you wait too long, it could be too late. This is especially true for concerns such as laboured breathing, pale gums and weakness. You know your pet best, so if you are worried or concerned, "when in doubt, check it out!"
2) PREVENT THE PREVENTABLE. Learn as much as possible about dangers that face your pet, such as household poisons, seemingly harmless objects (like toys, clothing, garbage and rocks), other animals, and vehicles. Pets are like toddlers and they need a responsible adult/babysitter to protect them from danger. Puppies and kittens need to start their vaccines at ~8 WEEKS (and they need boosters too!) to protect them from deadly diseases.
3) BE PREPARED FOR THE WORST CASE SCENARIO. Have a plan in place, know your nearest emergency clinic, have the ASPCA phone number on speed dial. Know basic first aid training and CPR. But MOST IMPORTANTLY, BE FINANCIALLY PREPARED. The cost of medical treatment in an emergency, and the owners' ability to pay for it, is probably the most important factor that determines whether a pet will receive the medical care it needs. The best way to protect yourself is to have good medical insurance for your pet. Do your research.
DISCLAIMER
The medical information on this site is provided as an educational resource only, and is not to be used or relied on for any diagnostic or treatment purposes.
#cathealth #urinarybladder #veterinarysurgeon #veterinarian #urinarybladder
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WATCH THE FULL EPISODE 👉 https://youtu.be/FnIpwE2McHg
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On today's episode of Twin Trees Vet Talk, we welcome our very special guest, Dr. Mike King. Dr. King is a Veterinary Surgery Specialist at Canada West Veterinary Specialists in Vancouver, BC (Canada).
Dr. King helps us answer a question from a pet owner who asks: "How to prevent GDV in dogs- aka "Bloat""
We discuss GDV / gastric dilatation and volvulus ( some times called "bloat" or twisted stomach in layman's' terms), and describe how the stomach fills with gas, distends and twists. This is a life threatening emergency and requires immediate treatment and surgery. For dogs that are at high risk, there is a preventative surgery called a prophylactic gastropexy that prevents the stomach from twisting. We hope you enjoy this episode! Please leave your questions and comments below!
RELATED CONTENT:-GDV: A TRUE EMERGENCY NOT JUST BLOATING: https://twintreesvet.com/blogs/pet-parenting-101/gdv-a-true-emergency-not-just-bloating?_pos=1&_sid=32506638b&_ss=r
-3 Tips From The Emergency Vet That Could Save Your Pet's Life:
https://youtu.be/7q0fm1mf7Xw
-Video footage of Bloating Akita: https://youtu.be/U1WrT2719yo
-Q) My Cat Has Ascites Twin Trees Vet Talk (FREE VET ADVICE PODCAST): https://youtu.be/Vb_12b8bAv8
-GDV diagram photo credit: https://www.pdsa.org.uk/pet-help-and-advice/pet-health-hub/conditions/gdv-gastric-dilatation-volvulus-in-dogs
WELCOME TO TWIN TREES VET TALK! An informal chat with Dr. Lopez (Emergency Veterinarian) and friends to share our perspective on pet predicaments, being a veterinarian, our shared love for animals and more! Have a quick question? Want to run something by us? Or just need our two cents? This is your chance! Each week we select a handful of questions to answer.
SUBMIT YOUR QUESTIONS HERE:
https://twintreesvet.com/pages/vet-talk
CONNECT WITH US ONLINE:
-Subscribe to our YOUTUBE channel: https://www.youtube.com/twintreesvet
-Visit our WEBSITE: http://www.twintreesvet.com
-Follow us on INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/twintreesvet/
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