Veterinary Podcast by the VetGurus

Mar 05 2025 390 ep. 43 mins 223

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Veterinary Education/Entertainment Talk. Current topics in veterinary medicine and surgery. News, Questions and Answers, case reports and more. For veterinarians, veterinary students and veterinary technicians/nurses.

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390: The Couch

Mar 05 2025 35 mins

News * Cavity-nesting birds decorate with snake skin to deter predators * Wild birds are likely spreading antibiotic-resistant superbugs through our cities Main Topic: Reptile vivarium furniture We get stuck into the pros and cons of reptile vivarium enclosure furnishings. Previous Topics and Website: VetGurus.com VetGurus Merchandise - VetGurus Etsy Store V

389: Froggy Facts

Feb 26 2025 33 mins

News * Why do flocks of birds swoop and swirl together in the sky? A biologist explains the science of murmurations Main Topic: Brendan's Froggy Facts Brendan's discusses 5 Frog Facts. What goes on in that brain of his? Previous Topics and Website: VetGurus.com VetGurus Merchandise - VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, di

388: It’s getting Hot!

Feb 19 2025 29 mins

News * Polar bear population decline the direct result of extended 'energy deficit' due to lack of food Main Topic: Thermoregulation in Reptiles Mark's 5 tips on thermoregulation in reptiles. With a bonus tip that will shock you! Previous Topics and Website: VetGurus.com VetGurus Merchandise - VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of

387: Chesty Bunny

Feb 12 2025 37 mins

News * Years-long research project finds snakes become 'very disoriented', lose weight and get sick when relocated Previous Topics and Website: VetGurus.com Main Topic: Pneumonia in Rabbits Pneumonia in the rabbit usually carries a poor prognosis. Let's talk about the causes, workup, and management of rabbit pneumonia! VetGurus Merchandise - VetGurus Etsy Store

386: Ashes

Feb 05 2025 33 mins

News * In chimpanzees, peeing is contagious * Poop is on the menu for a surprising number of animals Previous Topics and Website: VetGurus.com Main Topic: What are the options for dealing wih the body of a pet? This week we delve into the options such as individual cremation, group cremation, burial at home and more. VetGurus Merchandise - VetGurus Etsy Store

385: Flu Flew

Jan 29 2025 34 mins

News * Lethal bird flu could decimate Oceania’s birds. From vigilance to vaccines, here’s what we’re doing to prepare * Australia scans the frozen continent for early signs of deadly disease Review We review the AppleTV series Severance. Season 2 has just commenced. It score a high 9.6 (Mark) and 9.7 (Brendan) out of 10. Main Topic: Avian influenza update

384: Cut it out

Jan 23 2025 42 mins

News * Tributes paid to Crocodile Dundee star with ‘challenging personality’ * Determining the impacts of conservation fencing on woma pythons Main Topic: Female Rabbit desexing We cover the surgical approach to desexing female rabbits. We did cover this topic previously (Episode 168 Dec 17th 2020) but thought it is time for a refresher on this topic. We cover pr

383: Herp Help!

Jan 15 2025 33 mins

News * No new topics his week! Main Topic: Emergencies in Reptiles We cover the approach to emergencies in reptiles. What do we classify as a reptile emergency and ho do we deal with them? VetGurus Merchandise - VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items. All purchases help support our podcast , helping

382: Blocked

Jan 08 2025 34 mins

News * Ethiopian wolves are the first large carnivores found to slurp nectar * Unique motor control system of anglerfish's specialized 'fishing rod' discovered Main Topic: Constipation in Bearded Dragons Have a blocked bearded dragon? We are here to help with a discussion of the causes, treatment, and prevention of constipation in bearded dragons. VetGurus Merchan

381: Scurvy Piggies

Jan 01 2025 31 mins

News * Dolce & Gabbana has a $165 perfume for dogs * The 250-year-old fish and the decision that’s ticked off conservationists Main Topic: Hypovitaminosis in Guinea Pigs Marks 10 intriguing points about vitamin C - you won't believe the last one. VetGurus Merchandise - VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky,