The Chatty Vets Podcast

Brendan and Charlotte AKA 'The Chatty Vets'
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Meet The Chatty Vets — Charlotte & Brendan — two UK small-animal vets navigating the wild, wonderful, and occasionally ridiculous world of veterinary practice. Expect monthly news, clinical cases, odd consult moments, and the kind of humour only someone who’s survived a chaotic consult room can appreciate. We give you REAL confessions from the Clinic Floor: Practical, relatable, and CPD-APPROVED. We release three episodes a month: two fortnightly updates on what’s happening across UK vet med, plus a bonus episode that might be a clinical deep-dive, a research paper chat, or an excuse to talk to interesting people who also chose this brilliant, baffling profession.If you work in vet med and want learning, honesty, and a few laughs to get you through the shift, you’ll feel right at home.

  1. 4d ago

    Episode 26 - Bonus Episode! The Dreaded Heatstroke and SIRS

    What would you do? Tell us Heatstroke. SIRS. Two words that can make even experienced vets feel uneasy. In this bonus episode of the Chatty Vets Podcast, we take a proper deep dive into the challenging world of heatstroke and Systemic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (SIRS) — from what’s actually happening inside these patients to how we can realistically manage them when they arrive in practice critically unwell. These cases can deteriorate incredibly quickly, become extremely complex and, sadly, often carry a very poor prognosis. We explore the pathophysiology behind heatstroke and SIRS, the complications that can develop, what we should be monitoring, and the practical considerations around stabilisation and ongoing treatment. But this isn't just an ECC-level discussion. As always, we try to take the complicated physiology and bring it back to everyday general practice. What can you realistically do when a severe heatstroke patient walks through the door? What should you prioritise? What should you monitor? And how can understanding what's happening physiologically help you make better decisions when things start going wrong? We cover the science, the practical management and the difficult realities of treating some of the sickest patients we see. Whether you work in GP, emergency or referral practice, this episode aims to leave you feeling a little more prepared for the next heatstroke or SIRS patient that comes through the door. 🎙️ Grab a coffee, get comfortable, and join us for a deep dive into one of veterinary medicine's most challenging emergencies. Loved this episode and want to hear more about ECC cases? Or still confused and wanting a bit more help with these tricky emergency cases? Come along to our new ECC CPD events! The first session is being held entirely ONLINE on Thursday 24th September 2026, and we'll be covering how to manage DYSPNOEIC CATS in GP practice. Click the link below for information and tickets, get yours NOW before they sell out! https://www.chattyvets.com/event-details/how-to-ace-emergencies-in-general-practice-dyspnoeic-cats Interested in the CRI calculation we were discussing? Here's the link: https://www.instagram.com/p/DV6aZBhDIFW/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==&igsi=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== 📖 Read more & explore our blog:  https://www.chattyvets.com/blog 📲 Follow us for more:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thechattyvetspodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thechattyvetspodcast 💬 Got thoughts on these topics? We’d love to hear them — drop us a message or join the conversation online.

  2. Aug 9

    Episode 25 - Two Week Takedown. Chronic Enteropathies and GIQuest, clients getting Kennel Cough and promising new medications for CKD and CHF

    What would you do? Tell us 🎙️ Episode 25: Two Week Takedown! This episode is proudly sponsored by Carus Animal Health 🐾 We’re back with another Two Week Takedown – aka, what’s happened in vet med over the last fortnight that’s made us stop and go “oooh… we need to talk about that.” 👀 This week, we’re getting properly stuck into GIQuest and faecal calprotectin testing. What is it? When might we actually use it? And could it make navigating those “the diarrhoea is back…” cases a little less painful? 💩 Elsewhere in the episode: 🐱 CKD cats & chronic anaemia – there are new treatment options on the horizon, so naturally we have questions. ❤️ CHF in dogs – could another new medication be joining our cardiac toolkit? 🐶 Kennel cough… but in humans?! When a client asks, “Can I catch this?” what do we actually tell them? As always, expect clinical chat, questionable tangents, things we’ve learnt over the last two weeks and probably a few opinions nobody asked for. A huge thank you to Carus Animal Health for sponsoring this episode and supporting The Chatty Vets Podcast. Interested in listening back to one of our CPD events? Access our CPD library HERE: https://www.chattyvets.com/learn Interested about learning more about GIQuest? See the links below for more information: Book a Lunch and Learn and get a free sample! GIQuest - Book a lunch and learn What is GIQuest? GIQuest - CarusGIQuest resources: Resources Archive - Carus 📖 Read more & explore our blog:  https://www.chattyvets.com/blog 📲 Follow us for more:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thechattyvetspodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thechattyvetspodcast 💬 Got thoughts on these topics? We’d love to hear them — drop us a message or join the conversation online.

  3. Jul 26

    Episode 24 - Two Week Takedown. Surgical nightmares and cases you want to forget, neutering controversies in cats and small furries and sending RVN’s abroad for charity work

    What would you do? Tell us 🎙️ Ep 24 – Two Week Takedown Surgical nightmares, neutering controversies, vitamin D rodenticides & RVNs changing lives abroad. Ever had a case that still makes you wince when you think about it? 😬 In this week's Two Week Takedown, we're sharing the surgical complications and nightmare cases that have stayed with us—and, more importantly, the lessons they taught us. We also dive into one of the biggest areas of debate in small animal practice: when (and if) we should be neutering cats and small furries. We explore what the latest evidence says, challenge some long-held beliefs, and discuss how we approach these conversations with owners in general practice. Plus, we cover an important clinical discussion on vitamin D rodenticide toxicity, and shine a spotlight on the incredible work being done by veterinary nurses volunteering overseas with a fantastic charity (link below if you'd like to find out more or get involved). 🐾 In this episode: 😱 Surgical nightmares, complications and the cases we'll never forget.🐱 The latest evidence on neutering cats and small furries.☠️ Recognising and managing vitamin D rodenticide toxicity.🌍 How RVNs are making a difference through overseas charity work.💬 Honest conversations, practical tips and plenty of stories from life in general practice.Whether you're a new graduate or a seasoned vet professional, there's something here to make you think, learn... and hopefully reassure you that we've all had those cases we'd rather forget. 🎧 Listen now, and if you enjoy the episode, we'd love it if you could follow the podcast, leave us a rating and share it with your veterinary friends and colleagues—it really helps us reach more of the profession. Interested in watching some of our online CPD? The New Grad Consult Day is now available to purchase and watch online, follow this link to find out more information: https://www.chattyvets.com/learn Interested in finding a new job within the Veterinary profession? We've partnered with Global Veterinary Careers... visit the link below to find the perfect role for you! https://www.chattyvets.com/vet-and-rvn-jobs-socials Interested in finding out more about Jackie's charity, UK Vet Nurses Worldwide, click the link below! https://ukvetnursesworldwide.com/ 📖 Read more & explore our blog:  https://www.chattyvets.com/blog 📲 Follow us for more:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thechattyvetspodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thechattyvetspodcast 💬 Got thoughts on these topics? We’d love to hear them — drop us a message or join the conversation online.

  4. Jul 19

    Episode 23 - Bonus Episode! Chronic pain management part II - Zero Pain Philosophy with SPECIAL GUEST MATT GURNEY!

    What would you do? Tell us 🎙️ BONUS EPISODE! Episode 23 is LIVE! Chronic pain is one of the biggest challenges we face in practice, so we couldn't resist bringing Matt Gurney from The Zero Pain Philosophy back for Part II! In this episode we tackle some of the biggest talking points in veterinary pain management, including: 🐾 The Librela controversy 💊 When (and if) we should be using paracetamol and gabapentin in arthritic patients 🧠 Why amantadine and memantine might be some of the most underrated drugs in our pain toolkit 🦴 The potential role of regenerative medicine in chronic pain 😌 Matt's 'Chill Protocol' for nervous dogs ...plus plenty of practical tips, myth-busting, and clinical pearls that you can take straight into practice. Whether you're a vet, nurse, or just love staying up to date with the latest thinking in pain management, there's something in this episode for you. 🎧 Have a listen, and if you enjoy it, share it with a friend or colleague—it really helps us reach more people! One tiny disclaimer... this was one of the first interviews we ever recorded, and my microphone was apparently being managed with a "zero sound philosophy." 😅 Stick with it though—Matt's insights are more than worth it! 📖 Read more & explore our blog:  https://www.chattyvets.com/blog 📲 Follow us for more:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thechattyvetspodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thechattyvetspodcast 💬 Got thoughts on these topics? We’d love to hear them — drop us a message or join the conversation online.

  5. Jul 12

    Episode 22 - Two Week Takedown. The Well-Pet Update: A new Nutrition Handbook from Purina Institute, Polycystic Kidney Disease & Osteoarthritis Care

    What would you do? Tell us 🚨 New Episode Alert! 🚨 Episode 22 – Two Week Takedown is here, bringing you the veterinary updates everyone will be talking about. From game-changing nutrition resources to brand-new medications hitting the market, we're breaking down the latest clinical news, real-life cases, and practical discussions you can take straight back to practice. In this episode, we cover: 🩺 The new Well-Pet Nutrition Handbook from Purina Institute 🐱 Polycystic kidney disease case discussions 🐶 Spaying dogs during a false pregnancy 🔍 Sedating patients for ultrasound procedures 💊 The latest treatments, including a new osteoarthritis medication and an antibiotic-free ear medication 🐾 The BSAVA PetSavers Canine Ageing Toolkit and how it can support proactive senior pet care 🤝 Microchips, reuniting pets and tracking their steps! Whether you're a vet, nurse, student, or part of the veterinary profession, this is your chance to stay ahead of the latest developments in just one episode. 🎧 Hit play, stay informed, and join the conversation. A big thank you to our episode sponsor, Purina Institute for making this episode possible. Like the sound of our New Grad Consult Survival Day? Unfortunately the day has already been and gone, but DON'T WORRY, you haven't missed out! The CPD day was fully recorded and now available to watch online. Take a look HERE: https://www.chattyvets.com/learn Did we inspire you to check out Purina Institute's Canine and Feline Well-Pet Nutrition Handbook? Here's your link to the FREE PDF, download it now!! https://www.purinainstitute.com/sign-up-landing-page?utm_campaign=pin-acquisition2026&utm_medium=audio&utm_source=eu_thechattyvetpodcast_podcast_jul12&utm_content=cr-pi_well-pet_handbook_pt-na&utm_term= Link to the BSAVA Canine Ageing Toolkit: https://www.bsava.com/petsavers/our-impact/citizen-science-project/ 📖 Read more & explore our blog:  https://www.chattyvets.com/blog 📲 Follow us for more:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thechattyvetspodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thechattyvetspodcast 💬 Got thoughts on these topics? We’d love to hear them — drop us a message or join the conversation online.

  6. Jun 27

    Episode 21 - Two Week Takedown. Chewing on needle caps, regurgitating BOAS patients and bleeding bitch spays. Feat a VERY special guest - BRADLEY VINER

    What would you do? Tell us Episode 21: Two Week Takedown What do chewing on needle caps, regurgitating BOAS patients, disciplinary hearings, and a bleeding bitch spay have in common? Absolutely nothing... until now. This week, we're joined by a VERY special guest: Bradley Viner, former RCVS President, veterinary heavyweight, and living proof that being a GP vet is anything but "just" anything. We chat about why general practice deserves more respect, what really happens during disciplinary processes, and the lessons the profession can learn from both. Meanwhile, in clinical chaos corner, we're discussing a bitch spay that went spectacularly off-script, the role of autotransfusions when things get spicy, and a potential new advance in managing regurgitation in BOAS patients. And then there's Brendan's latest veterinary nightmare: colleagues who chew on needle caps. Is it harmless? Is it horrifying? Is it grounds for immediate dismissal? We investigate. Expect clinical pearls, career wisdom, mild outrage, and at least one story that'll make you grateful your last shift wasn't quite that bad. 📖 Read more & explore our blog:  https://www.chattyvets.com/blog 📲 Follow us for more:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thechattyvetspodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thechattyvetspodcast 💬 Got thoughts on these topics? We’d love to hear them — drop us a message or join the conversation online.

  7. Jun 20

    Episode 20 - Endocrinopathies II - Hyperadrenocorticism, 'the stuff you never really understood about cushings'

    What would you do? Tell us Episode 20 – Endocrinopathies II: Hyperadrenocorticism The stuff you never really understood about Cushing's. We've all learned that dogs with Cushing's drink more, wee more, eat everything in sight, and somehow still end up with a pot belly... but have you ever stopped to think about why? In this episode, we're diving into all things hyperadrenocorticism and tackling the bits that often get glossed over. We chat through the physiology behind the disease, why these dogs present the way they do, how to make sense of the diagnostic work-up, and what treatment actually looks like in practice. Along the way, we unravel some of the concepts that many of us memorised for exams and then quietly hoped we'd never have to explain again. Whether you're a student trying to get your head around endocrinology, a new grad facing your first Cushing's case, or a seasoned vet looking for a refresher, this episode is packed with practical discussion, clinical reasoning, and plenty of "ah, that finally makes sense" moments. 🎧 Available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you listen to podcasts. 📖 Read more & explore our blog:  https://www.chattyvets.com/blog 📲 Follow us for more:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thechattyvetspodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thechattyvetspodcast 💬 Got thoughts on these topics? We’d love to hear them — drop us a message or join the conversation online.

  8. Jun 14

    Episode 19 - Two Week Takedown. Travelling pets, scary bradycardias, career changing complaints, and a new wormer from KRKA!

    What would you do? Tell us Episode 19 - Two Week Takedown. Travelling pets, scary bradycardias, career changing complaints, and a new wormer from KRKA! Fed up of the drama and changing rules surrounding pet travel? Panic if you see a dog with a heart rate of 36bpm and changes on the ECG? Had a complaint and not sure how to deal with it? Your favourite podcast is back to help you out. We're back for the first episode in June, our next Two Week Takedown episode where we'll be discussing everything from bradycardia's and AV blocks, the new pet travel rules and pet passports, complaints in veterinary practice, and even joint supplements - we don't forget the juicy bits! Tune in to hear us chat to two lovely guests, Mary-Anne Frank from OVForm, and Allie from BSAVA Pet Savers. We look forward to you joining the discussion! This episode is sponsored by KRKA. For further information on Prazemo® (for veterinary professionals): https://www.krka.co.uk/products/our-products/animal-health/prazemo-spot-on-wormer-small-cat/ Any products discussed are for educational purposes only and should be used in accordance with veterinary guidance. Interested in OVForm after hearing our chat to Mary-Anne? Here's the link to their website for more information: https://www.ovform.com/ To get the free SOP, reception summary and FAQ sheet, go to www.ovform.com, click on the banner "Rate Your Practice Process" and do a short assessment to see what your practice can do to make AHCs more efficient and profitable with less pressure on the team. For more information, or if you'd like to speak with Mary-Anne directly, she's happy to be contacted at info@ovform.com Interested in looking into a research project, or wanting to raise some money for an awesome charity? Check out BSAVA PetSavers website here: https://www.bsava.com/petsavers/ 📖 Read more & explore our blog:  https://www.chattyvets.com/blog 📲 Follow us for more:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thechattyvetspodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thechattyvetspodcast 💬 Got thoughts on these topics? We’d love to hear them — drop us a message or join the conversation online.

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Meet The Chatty Vets — Charlotte & Brendan — two UK small-animal vets navigating the wild, wonderful, and occasionally ridiculous world of veterinary practice. Expect monthly news, clinical cases, odd consult moments, and the kind of humour only someone who’s survived a chaotic consult room can appreciate. We give you REAL confessions from the Clinic Floor: Practical, relatable, and CPD-APPROVED. We release three episodes a month: two fortnightly updates on what’s happening across UK vet med, plus a bonus episode that might be a clinical deep-dive, a research paper chat, or an excuse to talk to interesting people who also chose this brilliant, baffling profession.If you work in vet med and want learning, honesty, and a few laughs to get you through the shift, you’ll feel right at home.

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    Brendan and Charlotte AKA 'The Chatty Vets'
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    27
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    Explicit
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    © 2026 The Chatty Vets Podcast
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