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Dr. James and Kirsten Shelton

This Podcast Bites is a podcast about the difficult questions and ethical gray areas of veterinary medicine. Dr. James Mathews and Kirsten Shelton-Aziz shoot straight with you about a multitude of topics, ranging from declawing to euthanasia. You will get a behind the scenes look at the lives of veterinary professionals. We will also focus on tips, tricks, and generally important information for pet owners. Intro/Outro music by Run the Jewels. Logo by Joe Price Design

Episodes

  1. 07/24/2021

    Ep 10 - Euthanasia/Hospice Care

    In this episode, Dr. James and Kirsten talk with Dr. Lauren Cassady, the owner and primary veterinarian of Heron's Crossing.  We discuss the options for and considerations around end of life care for pets.

    41 min

  2. 03/07/2021

    Ep 9 - Horse Racing

    In this episode, Dr. James and Kirsten talk with Dr. Dustin Major, an equine surgeon at Loomis Basin Equine Medical Center, about the horse racing industry.  We discuss what's true and what isn't about some of the recent controversy surrounding the industry.  We also get into what improvements have been made to better protect horses, and what more should be done in the future.

    1h 33m

  3. 11/30/2020

    Ep 8 - Cost of Owning an Animal and Adopt vs Shop

    In this episode, Dr. James and Kirsten discuss how much it costs to own an animal.  Then, they discuss the adopt vs shop debate and the benefits of getting an animal from a shelter.

    53 min

  4. 10/26/2020

    Ep 7 - Find Your Missing Cat and Arthritis

    In this episode, Dr. James and Kirsten cover tips and tricks to find your missing cat before discussing arthritis and its possible treatments.

    1h 22m

  5. 09/21/2020

    Ep 6 - Laminitis

    In this episode, Dr. James and Kirsten talk with Dr. Dustin Major, an equine surgeon at Loomis Basin Equine Medical Center, about equine husbandry, handling, and laminitis - a common but potentially life threatening orthopedic disease.

    1h 5m

  6. 08/22/2020

    Ep 5 - Heartworms and Vaccines

    In this episode, Dr. James and Kirsten cover heartworms and the importance of prevention as a small topic, before diving into a discussion of vaccines - their importance and the (mild) risks associated with vaccination.

    1h 18m

  7. 07/26/2020

    Ep 4 - Dog Behavior/Cat Behavior

    In this episode, Dr. James and Kirsten talk with Ariana Iacoboni, a professional dog trainer with Lorenzo's dog training team, about dog training methods and common behavioral problems in dogs.  Then, we talk with certified cat behavior consultant Ingrid Johnson about cat training and common behavioral issues in cats.

    53 min

  8. 06/20/2020

    Ep 3 - Animal Abuse

    In this episode, Dr. James and Kirsten talk with Claudine Wilkins, creator of Animal Law Source, about animal abuse - warning signs, its relation to domestic abuse, and what to do if you suspect it is occurring.

    1h 17m

  9. 05/24/2020

    Ep 2 - Toxicities and Diet

    In this episode, Dr. James and Kirsten cover common pet poisons to look out for as a small topic, before diving into a discussion of diets - how to pick a good one for your pet and what to avoid.

    1h 13m

  10. 02/16/2020

    Ep 1 -.Emergencies and Declawing

    In this episode, Dr. James and Kirsten cover "Is this an emergency or can it wait?" as a small topic, before diving into a discussion of declawing cats - both the moral considerations and the medical repercussions.

    49 min
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This Podcast Bites is a podcast about the difficult questions and ethical gray areas of veterinary medicine. Dr. James Mathews and Kirsten Shelton-Aziz shoot straight with you about a multitude of topics, ranging from declawing to euthanasia. You will get a behind the scenes look at the lives of veterinary professionals. We will also focus on tips, tricks, and generally important information for pet owners. Intro/Outro music by Run the Jewels. Logo by Joe Price Design

Information

  • Creator
    Dr. James and Kirsten Shelton
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2021
  • Episodes
    10
  • Rating
    Explicit
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