184 episodes
Veterinary Podcast by the VetGurus Brendan Carmel and Mark Simpson
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4.3 • 15 Ratings
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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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Full Tilt: 184
News
Man arrested after taking daughter, 2, into zoo elephant habitat
Octopus dreams more like gifs than visions: scientist
Review: The Dry
Brendan gives a brief review of the Australian film The Dry, a mystery thriller film. The locations of the film were in Brendan's home state of Victoria, Australia. He thoroughly enjoyed it and scored it 8.6/10.
Main Topic: Encephalitozoon cuniculi in Rabbits
Our main topic this week is a mouthful: Encephalitozoon cuniculi in rabbits. Let's just call it what most clients and vets refer it as - 'EC'. We delve deep into this organism, its effect on rabbits and the controversy of treatment options.
Don't be Shy - say Hi!
Send us an email: VetGurus@Gmail.com. We love hearing from our listeners - give us a yell now!
About our Podcast
Our podcast is for veterinarians, veterinary students and veterinary nurses/technicians. If you are at pet owner please search elsewhere - there are lots of great podcasts aimed specifically at pet owners.
The veterinary podcast about veterinary medicine and surgery, current news items of interest, case reports and anecdotes. Wait: It’s not all about veterinary matters! We also discuss other areas we are passionate about, including photography and wildlife. Thanks for joining us - Brendan and Mark.
Become a Patron
Become a Patron of VetGurus: Support us by 'throwing a bone' to the VetGurus - a small regular donation to help pay for our production costs. It's easy; just go to our Patreon site. You can be a rabbit.. or an echidna.. one day we are hoping for a Guru level patron! https://www.patreon.com/VetGurus
Support our sponsors
Microchips Australia: Microchips Australia is the Australian distributor for: Trovan microchips, readers and reading systems; Lone Star Veterinary Retractor systems and Petrek GPS tracking products. Microchips Australia is run by veterinarians experienced in small and large animal as well as avian and exotic practice, they know exactly what is needed for your practice.
Specialised Animal Nutrition. Specialised Animal Nutrition is the Australian distributor of Oxbow Animal Health products. Used and recommended by top exotic animal veterinarians around the globe, the Oxbow range comprises premium life-staged feeds and supportive care products for small herbivores.
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Babbler Birds and Sea Slugs: 183
News
Lort Smith helps cure misery for rare baby macaw
Long-Lost Babbler Bird Documented in Borneo for the First Time in Over 170 Years
Bees revealed as Australia’s most dangerous venomous creature
Rats with poisonous hairdos live surprisingly sociable private lives
First great apes at U.S. zoo receive COVID-19 vaccine made for animals
Small, cute, weird: Some sea slugs grow new bodies after losing head
Don't be Shy - say Hi!
Send us an email: VetGurus@Gmail.com. We love hearing from our listeners - give us a yell now!
About our Podcast
Our podcast is for veterinarians, veterinary students and veterinary nurses/technicians. If you are at pet owner please search elsewhere - there are lots of great podcasts aimed specifically at pet owners.
The veterinary podcast about veterinary medicine and surgery, current news items of interest, case reports and anecdotes. Wait: It’s not all about veterinary matters! We also discuss other areas we are passionate about, including photography and wildlife. Thanks for joining us - Brendan and Mark.
Become a Patron
Become a Patron of VetGurus: Support us by 'throwing a bone' to the VetGurus - a small regular donation to help pay for our production costs. It's easy; just go to our Patreon site. You can be a rabbit.. or an echidna.. one day we are hoping for a Guru level patron! https://www.patreon.com/VetGurus
Support our sponsors
Chemical Essentials. Cleaning and disinfection products and solutions for a wide variety of industries throughout Australia, as well as specific markets in New Zealand, Singapore and Papua New Guinea. The sole importer of the internationally acclaimed F10SC Disinfectant and its related range of advanced cleaning, personal hygiene and animal skin care products.
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One lump or two?: 182
News
Small fish have big impact on marine populations, research finds
A blue-green glow adds to platypuses’ long list of bizarre features
Brendan and Mark Feature in Vet Practice Magazine March 2021
Main Topic: Lumps in snake
Lumpy and bumpy snakes. Those of us who see reptiles regularly will recognise this as a common presentation. We walk though the process of determining the cause of lumps in snakes, together with diagnostics tips, and an overview of treatment options.
Don't be Shy - say Hi!
Send us an email: VetGurus@Gmail.com. We love hearing from our listeners - give us a yell now!
About our Podcast
Our podcast is for veterinarians, veterinary students and veterinary nurses/technicians. If you are at pet owner please search elsewhere - there are lots of great podcasts aimed specifically at pet owners.
The veterinary podcast about veterinary medicine and surgery, current news items of interest, case reports and anecdotes. Wait: It’s not all about veterinary matters! We also discuss other areas we are passionate about, including photography and wildlife. Thanks for joining us - Brendan and Mark.
Become a Patron
Become a Patron of VetGurus: Support us by 'throwing a bone' to the VetGurus - a small regular donation to help pay for our production costs. It's easy; just go to our Patreon site. You can be a rabbit.. or an echidna.. one day we are hoping for a Guru level patron! https://www.patreon.com/VetGurus
Support our sponsors
Specialised Animal Nutrition. Specialised Animal Nutrition is the Australian distributor of Oxbow Animal Health products. Used and recommended by top exotic animal veterinarians around the globe, the Oxbow range comprises premium life-staged feeds and supportive care products for small herbivores.
Chemical Essentials. Cleaning and disinfection products and solutions for a wide variety of industries throughout Australia, as well as specific markets in New Zealand, Singapore and Papua New Guinea. The sole importer of the internationally acclaimed F10SC Disinfectant and its related range of advanced cleaning, personal hygiene and animal skin care products.
Microchips Australia: Microchips Australia is the Australian distributor for: Trovan microchips, readers and reading systems; Lone Star Veterinary Retractor systems and Petrek GPS tracking products. Microchips Australia is run by veterinarians experienced in small and large animal as well as avian and exotic practice, they know exactly what is needed for your practice.
Disclaimer
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Shaken not Stirred: 181
News
Scientist abuzz as bee thought ‘extinct’ for 100 years lands near him
These Arctic squirrels recycle bits of their own bodies to survive winter
Review: Talkatoo Veterinary Dictation Software
We review Talkatoo, a desktop voice dictation software package. This is tailored for veterinarians (with a medical dictionary and ability to add any word to the vocabulary) and extremely useful for integrating with your practice management software - it works with all veterinary practice management software. The beauty of this software is its simplicity: download the app to a PC or Mac, install and use. Learn more about it in our review of go to the Talkatoo website. Bottom line: it's very good, easy to use, fast, and works with virtually any application on a PC or a Mac. In fact, Brendan is using the dictation software now to dictate this. Vets using Talkatoo in their practice find it a huge time saver.
Disclaimer: We were provided with review copies of the software and microphones; however, as always, we aim to provide an independent view of any item or product discussed in our podcast.
Main Topic: Gastrointestinal Stasis in Guinea Pigs
Gastrointestinal stasis aka ileus or 'gut stasis' in Guinea Pigs is our main topic this week. We dig deep into the guts of the matter and provide insights into this disease syndrome.
Don't be Shy - say Hi!
Send us an email: VetGurus@Gmail.com. We love hearing from our listeners - give us a yell now!
About our Podcast
Our podcast is for veterinarians, veterinary students and veterinary nurses/technicians. If you are at pet owner please search elsewhere - there are lots of great podcasts aimed specifically at pet owners.
The veterinary podcast about veterinary medicine and surgery, current news items of interest, case reports and anecdotes. Wait: It’s not all about veterinary matters! We also discuss other areas we are passionate about, including photography and wildlife. Thanks for joining us - Brendan and Mark.
Become a Patron
Become a Patron of VetGurus: Support us by 'throwing a bone' to the VetGurus - a small regular donation to help pay for our production costs. It's easy; just go to our Patreon site. You can be a rabbit.. or an echidna.. one day we are hoping for a Guru level patron! https://www.patreon.com/VetGurus
Support our sponsors
Microchips Australia: Microchips Australia is the Australian distributor for: Trovan microchips, readers and reading systems; Lone Star Veterinary Retractor systems and Petrek GPS tracking products. Microchips Australia is run by veterinarians experienced in small and large animal as well as avian and exotic practice, they know exactly what is needed for your practice.
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Fun Times
News
Wisdom, the world’s oldest known wild bird, has another chick
Doris the lady lizard now appears to be male, stunning scientists
Review: THX1138
Mark and Brendan review a science fiction classic movie: THX1138. It's a very high 9.8 out of 10 from Mark, and 9.5 from Brendan.
Main Topic: Environmental Enrichment in Snakes
Mark and Brendan discuss environmental enrichment in captive snakes; what is it; why is it important, and how to do it.
Don't be Shy - say Hi!
Send us an email: VetGurus@Gmail.com. We love hearing from our listeners - give us a yell now!
About our Podcast
Our podcast is for veterinarians, veterinary students and veterinary nurses/technicians. If you are at pet owner please search elsewhere - there are lots of great podcasts aimed specifically at pet owners.
The veterinary podcast about veterinary medicine and surgery, current news items of interest, case reports and anecdotes. Wait: It’s not all about veterinary matters! We also discuss other areas we are passionate about, including photography and wildlife. Thanks for joining us - Brendan and Mark.
Become a Patron
Become a Patron of VetGurus: Support us by 'throwing a bone' to the VetGurus - a small regular donation to help pay for our production costs. It's easy; just go to our Patreon site. You can be a rabbit.. or an echidna.. one day we are hoping for a Guru level patron! https://www.patreon.com/VetGurus
Support our sponsors
Chemical Essentials. Cleaning and disinfection products and solutions for a wide variety of industries throughout Australia, as well as specific markets in New Zealand, Singapore and Papua New Guinea. The sole importer of the internationally acclaimed F10SC Disinfectant and its related range of advanced cleaning, personal hygiene and animal skin care products.
Microchips Australia: Microchips Australia is the Australian distributor for: Trovan microchips, readers and reading systems; Lone Star Veterinary Retractor systems and Petrek GPS tracking products. Microchips Australia is run by veterinarians experienced in small and large animal as well as avian and exotic practice, they know exactly what is needed for your practice.
Specialised Animal Nutrition. Specialised Animal Nutrition is the Australian distributor of Oxbow Animal Health products. Used and recommended by top exotic animal veterinarians around the globe, the Oxbow range comprises premium life-staged feeds and supportive care products for small herbivores.
Disclaimer
Any discussion of medical or veterinary matters is of a general nature. -
Snot: 179
News
University of York study investigates impact of pets on mental health during lockdown
Disabled fish gets special life jacket made to help him swim
Main Topic: Control and Ethics of treating Respiratory Disease in Rodents
A double discussion this week: Mark and Brendan outline their preferred treatment and control programs for pet rodents with chronic respiratory disease. They also discuss the ethics of treating this condition in these species.
Don't be Shy - say Hi!
Send us an email: VetGurus@Gmail.com. We love hearing from our listeners - give us a yell now!
About our Podcast
Our podcast is for veterinarians, veterinary students and veterinary nurses/technicians. If you are at pet owner please search elsewhere - there are lots of great podcasts aimed specifically at pet owners.
The veterinary podcast about veterinary medicine and surgery, current news items of interest, case reports and anecdotes. Wait: It’s not all about veterinary matters! We also discuss other areas we are passionate about, including photography and wildlife. Thanks for joining us - Brendan and Mark.
Become a Patron
Become a Patron of VetGurus: Support us by 'throwing a bone' to the VetGurus - a small regular donation to help pay for our production costs. It's easy; just go to our Patreon site. You can be a rabbit.. or an echidna.. one day we are hoping for a Guru level patron! https://www.patreon.com/VetGurus
Support our sponsors
Specialised Animal Nutrition. Specialised Animal Nutrition is the Australian distributor of Oxbow Animal Health products. Used and recommended by top exotic animal veterinarians around the globe, the Oxbow range comprises premium life-staged feeds and supportive care products for small herbivores.
Chemical Essentials. Cleaning and disinfection products and solutions for a wide variety of industries throughout Australia, as well as specific markets in New Zealand, Singapore and Papua New Guinea. The sole importer of the internationally acclaimed F10SC Disinfectant and its related range of advanced cleaning, personal hygiene and animal skin care products.
Microchips Australia: Microchips Australia is the Australian distributor for: Trovan microchips, readers and reading systems; Lone Star Veterinary Retractor systems and Petrek GPS tracking products. Microchips Australia is run by veterinarians experienced in small and large animal as well as avian and exotic practice, they know exactly what is needed for your practice.
Disclaimer
Any discussion of medical or veterinary matters is of a general nature. Consult a veterinarian with experience in the appropriate field for specific information relating to topics mentioned in our podcast or on our website.
Customer Reviews
Aspiring wildlife/conservation vet
Love listening to you guys even if it takes a little bumbling before reaching the bigger juicier topics in vet science. Particularly enjoyed the discussion with David Middleton discussing the philosophy of not compromising ethical values for business in zoos as well as the necessity for providing analgesics for wildlife patients!
Listening in I’ve been inspired to investigate my childhood dream of being a hands-on animal doctor for the pursuit of conservation (aka a wildlife vet). I completed a bachelor of Science (biology 1st class honours) from the university of Wollongong currently working as a research assistant at USYD investigating the molecular mechanisms of epigenetics.
At the ripe old age of 27 becoming a wildlife vet seems like a very long and challenging process (some would suggest impossible) given:
a) the fees of a DVM
b) the over-saturation of veterinarians and competition for positions as a wildlife/zoo vet
c) the volunteering or “internship” roles required to get a foot in the door
If I were to pursue this dream and start a DVM, can you give me suggestions for:
1) which university is best to apply for?
2) how can I maximise my chances of receiving a commonwealth supported place
3) what kind of internships/placements should I aim for during my studies
4) how should I finance my studies with work/what scholarships should I apply for?
5) what are the job prospects for a new vet grad and more specifically for a wildlife/zoo vet?
6) Finally, what advice would you give to your younger self before beginning a degree and career in veterinary medicine?
Easy and informative listening for those long car drives
I really enjoy listening to these podcasts when I'm driving around the country. I learn new info about exotic animal medicine (from two of the best!) and enjoy the friendly banter between the two hosts.
Good job
Fantastic variety of topics from two very smart and funny vets. A must subscribe podcast