Controversial Animal Topics with Dr. Turnera Croom

Dr. Turnera Croom
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Controversial Animal Topics is a bold, unfiltered podcast where holistic veterinarian and Army Vet Dr. Turnera Croom tackles the real issues affecting animals, pet parents, and future vets. From zoonotic diseases to ethical dilemmas in veterinary medicine, we expose what others won’t. 

Episodes

  1. Jul 27

    Dog Parks: Social Paradise or Public Health Hazard?

    Text Dr. Croom and her Crew Dog parks are often promoted as the perfect place for dogs to exercise, socialize, travel, explore, and burn off energy—but are they really as beneficial or as safe as many dog owners believe? In Episode 5 of Controversial Animal Topics, Dr. Turnera Croom takes an honest look at the risks and realities of dog parks, including unpredictable dog behavior, poor supervision, dog fights, bullying, injuries, disease and parasite exposure, vaccination concerns, licensing requirements, and the common misconception that every dog needs to socialize freely with unfamiliar dogs. This episode also marks the debut of Dr. Croom’s dynamic new co-host, Imani Grant Jenkins—her executive assistant, daughter, and very first veterinary assistant from the early days of Dr. Croom’s home-visit practice. Imani grew up immersed in animal care, veterinary medicine, and animal welfare, and she brings her own knowledge, instincts, experience, and deep love for animals to the conversation. Together, Dr. Croom and Imani discuss which dogs may benefit from dog parks, which dogs may be better off staying away, what responsible pet parents should watch for, and safer alternatives for exercise, enrichment, travel, and socialization. They also tackle the uncomfortable side of dog park culture: owners who ignore posted rules, bring unvaccinated or unlicensed dogs, overlook aggressive behavior, or assume that everyone else should accept the risk. Dog parks are not automatically bad—but they are not automatically safe, either. Before you open that gate, make sure you understand what your dog may be walking into. Stay curious. Stay engaged. And always keep questioning—even me. Topics include: dog parks, dog socialization, canine behavior, dog aggression, dog fights, pet travel, dog enrichment, dog safety, animal welfare, vaccines, licensing, parasites, responsible dog ownership, and veterinary advice. 💌 Stay connected with Dr. Croom:  👉 Vet Truths Substack: https://bit.ly/VetTruthsSubstackWelcome 👉 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrCroomArmyVet ✨ “True holistic care brings comfort to pets—and peace to the humans who love them.” — Dr. Turnera Croom, Army Vet

    Dog Parks: Social Paradise or Public Health Hazard?

  2. May 13

    Horse Soring--Tradition or Torture?

    Text Dr. Croom and her Crew What happens when tradition, competition, and animal welfare collide? In this episode of Controversial Animal Topics, Dr. Turnera Croom sits down with Elise, a pre-veterinary student and equine-focused intern in the Future Vets virtual internship program, to discuss one of the most controversial and under-discussed practices in the horse industry: horse soring. Often associated with exaggerated high-stepping performance in certain show circuits, horse soring remains a difficult topic even within equine communities. Together, Dr. Croom and Elise unpack:  What horse soring actually is  Why the practice continues despite federal law  The physical and behavioral impact on horses  The ethical responsibilities of future veterinarians  The challenge of speaking up against normalized industry practices The conversation then shifts into Elise’s own journey toward veterinary medicine, including her experience in Dr. Croom’s virtual internship program, her passion for equine medicine, and how exposure to real-world veterinary conversations is shaping her future career. This episode is thoughtful, honest, and grounded in the belief that veterinary medicine requires both compassion and the courage to ask difficult questions. 🎙 Hosted by Dr. Turnera Croom, Army Veteran and holistic veterinarian. Follow Dr. Croom Army Vet on YouTube, Substack, and social media for more discussions on holistic veterinary medicine, senior pets, controversial animal issues, and the future of veterinary care. 💌 Stay connected with Dr. Croom:  👉 Vet Truths Substack: https://bit.ly/VetTruthsSubstackWelcome 👉 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrCroomArmyVet ✨ “True holistic care brings comfort to pets—and peace to the humans who love them.” — Dr. Turnera Croom, Army Vet

    Horse Soring--Tradition or Torture?

  3. Feb 17

    Vaccinating Your Pet: Facts, Fear & Holistic Truths

    Text Dr. Croom and her Crew To vaccinate or not to vaccinate. Few topics in veterinary medicine spark more debate — or more confusion. In this episode of Controversial Animal Topics, Dr. Turnera Croom, Army veteran and holistic veterinarian, sits down with one of her Future Vets virtual interns, Hadasha Luciano-Cortes, for a candid conversation about vaccines, overvaccination, and whole-animal care. Hadasha brings hands-on experience in lab animal science, working with primates, swine, dogs, rabbits, and rodents — and a grounded perspective as a future veterinarian navigating one of the profession’s most polarizing questions. Together, they discuss: • Core vs. non-core vaccines  • Rabies laws and ethical responsibility  • The difference between fear and data  • Risks of overvaccination  • Titer testing and immune response  • How holistic veterinary medicine approaches vaccination  • Why nuance matters more than extremes Vaccines save lives.  Overvaccination can cause harm. Both can be true. This episode challenges pet parents, pre-veterinary students, and veterinary professionals to think critically instead of choosing sides. Because real change in pet health doesn’t start with blind trust or blanket rejection — it starts with informed curiosity. If you care about evidence-based veterinary medicine, holistic pet care, immune health, and the future of the veterinary profession, this conversation is for you. Stay curious. Stay engaged. And keep questioning. 💌 Stay connected with Dr. Croom:  👉 Vet Truths Substack: https://bit.ly/VetTruthsSubstackWelcome 👉 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrCroomArmyVet ✨ “True holistic care brings comfort to pets—and peace to the humans who love them.” — Dr. Turnera Croom, Army Vet

    Vaccinating Your Pet: Facts, Fear & Holistic Truths

  4. 10/19/2025

    Under Pressure: The Veterinary Suicide Crisis

    Text Dr. Croom and her Crew In this second episode of Controversial Animal Topics, Dr. Turnera Croom, U.S. Army Vet and holistic veterinarian, tackles one of the hardest truths in animal medicine: the veterinary suicide crisis. Behind the smiling exam-room faces lies a profession under immense emotional, financial, and moral pressure. Dr. Croom breaks down why veterinarians are three to five times more likely to die by suicide than the general population—and what’s driving so many to the edge. Speaking directly to pre-vet and vet students, she offers raw, practical advice on how to prepare for the emotional realities of the field, build real support systems, and recognize the early warning signs of burnout and compassion fatigue. This episode isn’t about fear—it’s about survival, awareness, and taking care of the healers who care for everyone else. 🎧 Listen now to understand the hidden costs of the calling—and how to protect your purpose before it costs you everything. 💌 Stay connected with Dr. Croom:  👉 Vet Truths Substack: https://bit.ly/VetTruthsSubstackWelcome 👉 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrCroomArmyVet ✨ “True holistic care brings comfort to pets—and peace to the humans who love them.” — Dr. Turnera Croom, Army Vet

    Under Pressure: The Veterinary Suicide Crisis

  5. 06/09/2025

    Screwworm Outbreak 2025: Zoonotic Parasites, USDA Bans & What Pet Parents Need to Know

    Text Dr. Croom and her Crew A dangerous, flesh-eating zoonotic parasite is threatening animals across the U.S.–Mexico border, and most pet parents, animal advocates, and even some veterinarians aren’t being told the full truth. It’s called the New World Screwworm, and it doesn’t just affect livestock—it’s a growing threat to dogs, cats, wildlife, and even humans. In this eye-opening first episode of Controversial Animal Topics, holistic veterinarian, Army Vet, and public health expert Dr. Turnera Croom exposes how this parasite feeds on living tissue, how it’s resurging after decades of “eradication,” and why USDA animal import bans and false reports are already disrupting the ag industry. 🎧 We break down the facts: What the New World Screwworm is—and why it’s more than just a livestock problemWhy the screwworm outbreak 2025 matters to pet owners, vet techs, and veterinary studentsThe symptoms of screwworm infection in dogs and catsHow the USDA, veterinary community, and media are downplaying the risksWhy holistic pet care and early parasite detection are criticalThe economic impact, including a livestock panic in Missouri after a false screwworm reportWhy this should be a top conversation for future veterinarians and animal welfare advocatesIf you care about animal health, veterinary ethics, public health, or preventing zoonotic disease, this podcast delivers real-world, unfiltered truth—no fluff. 📢 Be part of the movement: 🧠 Join our Controversial Animal Topics Skool Community (Free + uncensored conversation): 👉 https://skool.com/controversialanimaltopics 🌿 Learn more about Dr. Turnera Croom, our herbal products, and holistic animal care: 👉 https://DrCroom.com 🎓 Apply for Dr. Croom’s Virtual Future Veterinarian Internship (open to U.S. students in vet, pre-vet, animal science, and biology): 👉 https://bit.ly/4aPoHqb 💌 Stay connected with Dr. Croom:  👉 Vet Truths Substack: https://bit.ly/VetTruthsSubstackWelcome 👉 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrCroomArmyVet ✨ “True holistic care brings comfort to pets—and peace to the humans who love them.” — Dr. Turnera Croom, Army Vet

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Controversial Animal Topics is a bold, unfiltered podcast where holistic veterinarian and Army Vet Dr. Turnera Croom tackles the real issues affecting animals, pet parents, and future vets. From zoonotic diseases to ethical dilemmas in veterinary medicine, we expose what others won’t. 

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