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In this episode of 'Your Vet Wants You to Know', Dr. Kristen Fischer, veterinary ophthalmologist discusses corneal ulcers in pets. Pet owners will learn what corneal ulcers are, how they are diagnosed and treated. Dr. Fischer gives valuable insights on what pet owners should watch for, healing times, and the importance of a rapid veterinary exam. This episode provides practical advice for pet owners on how to heal their pets' eyes faster. Treatment options, including the use of topical antibiotics and the importance of the 'cone of shame' for prevention of further injury, are discussed. The "Scratching the Itch" segment concludes with an overview of other helpful (and adorable) protective eyeware. 
Episode Page with Transcript and Additional Content: https://www.yourvetwantsyoutoknow.com/ulcers
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Abdominal ultrasounds are a common, non-invasive diagnostic test used in veterinary medicine to explore potential issues within a pet's abdomen, such as chronic vomiting or urinary problems. In this episode, Dr. Jessica Larson, an internal medicine specialist, joins us to discuss the process, benefits, and limitations of abdominal ultrasounds, including their role in diagnosing conditions, planning further tests or treatments. Take a listen to learn how an abdominal ultrasound can give answers as to what is happening in your pet’s belly. 
 
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In this bonus episode of Your Vet Wants You to Know, Dr. Lancellotti interviews a guest who shares a unique connection to bats. Adam Gladstone, aka 'Batman,' discusses his fascination with bats and his unexpected journey into becoming an expert on Batmen. Tune in for a lighthearted and informative discussion about the superhero and the real-life pollinators.
Avoid risk of rabies in bats: https://www.cdc.gov/rabies/animals/bats/index.html
US Department of the Interior: https://www.doi.gov/blog/13-facts-about-bats
van Schaik, Jaap et al. “Bats Swarm Where They Hibernate: Compositional Similarity between Autumn Swarming and Winter Hibernation Assemblages at Five Underground Sites.” PloS onevol. 10,7 e0130850. 8 Jul. 2015, doi:10.1371/journal.pone.0130850 Accessed: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4496085/
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Plasma cell pododermatitis in cats is much less comfortable than its nickname, “pillow paws”, would suggest. In this episode of Your Vet Wants You to Know, Dr. Brittany Lancellotti talks about Hermoine, a cat with plasma cell pododermatitis, including the symptoms, underlying causes (viral infections, food allergies, etc), diagnostic tests, potential triggers, and treatments. Our closing segment, ‘Scratching the Itch,’ highlights the 'Calm and Cozy Cat Wrap', a tool designed to alleviate the stress of administering oral medications to cats.
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In this episode, Dr. Kristen Fischer, board certified veterinary ophthalmologist, discusses the importance of early diagnosis, the different causes, and treatments of cataracts in pets. Genetic predisposition and diabetes are the common causes of cataracts in dogs, whereas inflammation causes cataracts in cats. Early detection and treatment are essential and can be achieved by routine eye exams conducted by a veterinarian. Surgery is the only effective treatment available, which has a success rate of around 90%. In cases where surgery isn't possible, maintaining comfort for the pet is key. The positive impact of this treatment in pets is highlighted through a special story about a rescue dog named Ethel. 
Episode page with transcript and images: https://www.yourvetwantsyoutoknow.com/cataracts
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Learn more about the ACVO/Epicur National Service Animal Eye Exam event at: https://www.acvoeyeexam.org/
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August is Itchy Pet Awareness Month! This time of year can be particularly challenging for pets with allergic skin disease. Dr. Shannon Cabell, Consumer Medical Lead for Dermatology at Zoetis, joins us to discuss frequent reasons for itching, how common allergies are among dogs in the United States, and the importance of discussing your pet with your veterinarian in order to successfully relieve their itch.
This podcast was sponsored by Zoetis. Zoetis is dedicated to changing the way we approach canine pruritus to protect the bonds between the pet, the owner and the veterinary team.
Itchingforhelp.com offers more information to  help pet owners understand their dog’s itch, learn what clinical signs indicate itch is a problem that needs veterinary treatment, review available treatment options, listen to common questions answered by two great veterinarians, and hear first-hand stories from pet owners about their own itchy dogs.
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