The Dr. Molly Says Podcast

Dr. Molly Brinkmann
  • 4.8 (45)
  • PETS & ANIMALS

Hey friends! I’m Dr. Molly Brinkmann (@drmollysays), a small animal veterinarian, lifelong animal lover, and your go-to source for all things pet health. Welcome to The Dr. Molly Says Podcast! I’m probably already obsessed with your pet, and I want to help you understand veterinary medicine in a way that’s fun, relatable, and actually makes sense. Each week, I’ll break down important pet care topics, debunk common myths, and give you a behind-the-scenes look at life as a vet. Because let’s be real—life is hard, but dogs help… and so does knowing how to take the best care of them. Grab your coffee (or tea), snuggle your pup (or cat, I guess), and join me every Wednesday at 9 AM EST on all platforms (and YouTube)!

  1. 4D AGO

    EP33 - Equity in Vet Care, COVID Chaos & Private Practice Reality w/ Dr. Ranetta Perkins

    Text me your question or inquiry here! Hey friends! This week on the pod, we’re taking you inside one of the most inspiring and eye-opening veterinary journeys out there — and trust me, you’re going to walk away with a whole new appreciation for the heart, grit, and community behind vet med. We’re joined by the incredible Dr. Ranetta Perkins, a Nashville veterinarian who has done it all — from lab animal medicine and exotics to building her own small-animal practice right in the heart of downtown. We dive into what it’s really like to run an independently owned clinic in a big city, care for pets from all walks of life, and support pet parents who may be struggling, including those experiencing homelessness. Whether you're a pet parent, vet professional, or just someone who loves stories of resilience and purpose, this episode has something for you. Grab your tea, settle in, and get ready to fall in love with Little Urban Animal Hospital and the powerhouse leading it. Do you have a question or inquiry for me? Send me a text from the link above, ask me on any social media platform, or email drmollysayspod@gmail.com! Episodes of The Dr. Molly Says Podcast are on all podcast services along with video form on YouTube! Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/5d574928 TikTok: https://tinyurl.com/2p9kjd9d YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/mr3jradc TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Intro 01:23 Dr. Ranetta Perkins Intro 04:15 Lab Animal Medicine 07:00 Exotic Animal Practice 10:27 Dr. Perkins’ Small Animal Practice 16:20 Operating during COVID 20:23 Dr. Perkins’ Staff 25:06 What’s It Like Being in Downtown Nashville 26:40 What Makes Little Urban Unique 28:23 Pet Care for the Unhoused 34:30 Private Practice Costs 39:50 Knowing When to Adjust Prices 41:08 Distributors Charging Fees On Products 44:00 Ordering Goods as a Small Clinic 46:00 People Getting Priced Out of Owning Pets 49:10 Feeling Judged For Pet Care Costs 50:30 Working in the Service Industry 52:41 Corporate Owned Vs. Private Practice 55:57 How To Compete as a Private Practice Owner 1:00:03 Message for Pet Owners 1:02:35 Increase in Women Practice Owners 1:06 01 Social Media 1:07:20 What Breed Would Dr. Perkins Be 1:09:20 Vet Student Mentality 1:12:03 Outro

    1h 13m

  2. OCT 29

    EP32 - How Vets Diagnose and Treat Mast Cell Tumors and Melanoma

    Text me your question or inquiry here! Hey friends! This week on the pod, we’re tackling a big topic every pet parent should know about — mast cell tumors and melanoma. From what they are and how they’re diagnosed, to treatment options, medications, and what to expect after removal, we’re breaking it all down in simple, easy-to-understand terms. Do you have a question or inquiry for me? Send me a text from the link above, ask me on any social media platform, or email drmollysayspod@gmail.com! Episodes of The Dr. Molly Says Podcast are on all podcast services along with video form on YouTube! Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/5d574928 TikTok: https://tinyurl.com/2p9kjd9d YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/mr3jradc TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Intro 02:46 What Are Mast Cell Tumors? 09:48 Removal Options for Tumors 14:06 Medications for Mast Cell Tumors 15:45 Mast Cell Tumors in Cats 18:27 What is Melanoma? 20:33 Melanoma and Mast Cell Tumors Differences 22:07 Removal Options for Melanoma 24:01 Prognosis for Cancer Tumors 26:20 Key Takeaways 27:45 Outro

    29 min

  3. OCT 15

    EP31 - What Every Pet Owner Needs To Know About Boxers

    Text me your question or inquiry here! Hey friends! This week on the pod we're diving into everything and anything you need to know about Boxers; where they came from, they're pesky allergy and skin issues, why grain-free diets are never okay, and more! Do you have a question or inquiry for me? Send me a text from the link above, ask me on any social media platform, or email drmollysayspod@gmail.com! Episodes of The Dr. Molly Says Podcast are on all podcast services along with video form on YouTube! Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/5d574928 TikTok: https://tinyurl.com/2p9kjd9d YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/mr3jradc TIMESTAMPS 0:00 Intro 5:37 Where did they come from? 8:13 Brachycephalic Dogs 9:40 Dispositions for Medical Issues 17:01 Allergies and Skin Disease 19:03 Never feed grain free diet 21:31 Orthopedic issues 24:48 Outro

    25 min

  4. OCT 8

    EP30 - The Truth About Vet Costs: What Vets Wishes Pet Owners Knew

    Text me your question or inquiry here! Hey friends! This week on the pod, I’m sitting down with my good friend Dr. Tannetje Crocker for a really important conversation about something every pet owner wonders at some point — why is vet care so expensive? We’re breaking down everything from why you shouldn’t bring emergencies to your general practice vet, to what makes ER and specialty practices cost more, to how we as veterinarians think about “value” when it comes to your pet’s care. We even touch on the hard stuff — like financial euthanasia decisions  — and how you can plan ahead for your dog’s breed, set realistic expectations, and protect yourself with pet insurance. Do you have a question or inquiry for me? Send me a text from the link above, ask me on any social media platform, or email drmollysayspod@gmail.com! Episodes of The Dr. Molly Says Podcast are on all podcast services along with video form on YouTube! Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/5d574928 TikTok: https://tinyurl.com/2p9kjd9d YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/mr3jradc TIMESTAMPS 0:00 Dr. Molly Intro 0:31 Questions with Crocker Intro 1:36 About Dr. Crocker 3:48 Influencer Story 7:10 Dr. Crocker’s response 9:53 Why you shouldn't bring an emergency to your GP Vet 13:28 Dr. Molly’s Take 15:38 The cost reality of Veterinary medicine 25:24 Why an ER specialty practice costs more than GP 31:31 Perception on value 40:53 Having to make a financial euthanasia decision 48:22 Planning for your dog’s breed 51:33 Encouraging Pet Insurance 59:18 Final Thoughts/Outro

    1h 1m

  5. OCT 1

    EP29 - Tea Break with Dr. Molly Brinkmann (Q&A)

    Text me your question or inquiry here! Hey friends! This week on the pod, I'm answering YOUR questions... is Zenrelia just as safe as Apoquel? How do you handle ongoing bladder stones in a dog? How can you get your dog to want to eat? Is there any validity to spaying dachshunds later? And more! Do you have a question or inquiry for me? Send me a text from the link above, ask me on any social media platform, or email drmollysayspod@gmail.com! Episodes of The Dr. Molly Says Podcast are on all podcast services along with video form on YouTube! Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/5d574928 TikTok: https://tinyurl.com/2p9kjd9d YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/mr3jradc TIMESTAMPS 0:00 Intro 1:26 New drug to prolong dog’s life safe? 3:05 Is Zenrelia as safe as Apoquel? 8:52 How to deal with ongoing bladder stones in Shitzu Pug? 10:37 Tips to get a dog to eat? 15:55 Is there merit in spaying daschunds later? 18:43 When to do full blood panel and what age? 24:46 Any way to prevent ACL tears? 26:58 What's the protocol if Dog or Cat with rabies bites a Human? 30:36 Late Hot Take 35:02 Outro

    36 min

  6. SEP 24

    EP28 - Diagnosing and Treating Diabetes in Cats and Dogs

    Text me your question or inquiry here!  Hey friends! This week on the pod, we’re unpacking everything you need to know about diabetes in pets.  From diagnosing diabetes and recognizing diabetic ketoacidosis to exploring treatment options like insulin types, blood glucose monitoring, and diet adjustments—we’re covering it all.  Do you have a question or inquiry for me? Send me a text from the link above, ask me on any social media platform, or email drmollysayspod@gmail.com! Episodes of The Dr. Molly Says Podcast are on all podcast services along with video form on YouTube! Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/5d574928 TikTok: https://tinyurl.com/2p9kjd9d YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/mr3jradc TIMESTAMPS 0:00 Intro 1:28 Hot Take 5:55 Diabetes 7:51 What Insulin does 10:11 Types of diabetes 15:06 Diagnosing diabetes 17:40 Diabetic Ketoacidosis 22:10 Types of insulin 25:35 Monitoring blood glucose 28:43 Diet 30:25 What to expect if your pet gets diagnosed with diabetes 34:01 Final thoughts / Takeaways 36:05 Outro

    36 min

  7. SEP 17

    EP27 - Dog Vaccines Explained: Rabies, Puppy Shots, Titers & Reactions

    Text me your question or inquiry here! Hey friends! This week on the pod, we’re diving into all things vaccines — from what they actually are to the three main types, why puppies and kittens need so many, and even vaccine titers. We’ll also chat about rabies rules, common vaccine reactions, and how to keep your pet calm for vet visits. You won’t want to miss this one! Do you have a question or inquiry for me? Send me a text from the link above, ask me on any social media platform, or email drmollysayspod@gmail.com! Episodes of The Dr. Molly Says Podcast are on all podcast services along with video form on YouTube! Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/5d574928 TikTok: https://tinyurl.com/2p9kjd9d YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/mr3jradc TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Intro 02:31 Hot Take 03:35 Vaccines 05:43 What is a vaccination? 10:38 Three main types of vaccines 15:11 The volume of a vaccine that's given 19:51 Why do we give puppies and kittens so many vaccines in the first part of their life? 23:16 Rabies vaccine 30:07 Titers 34:25 Vaccine reactions 40:02 Conclusion on vaccines 43:13 Outro

    44 min

  8. SEP 10

    EP26 - What Every Pet Parent Needs To Know About Golden Retrievers

    Text me your question or inquiry here! Hey friends! This week on the pod, we’re discussing another dog breed... Golden Retrievers. From their temperament to health testing to some MAJOR red flags... I'm super excited for you to give this one a listen! Do you have a question or inquiry for me? Send me a text from the link above, ask me on any social media platform, or email drmollysayspod@gmail.com! Episodes of The Dr. Molly Says Podcast are on all podcast services along with video form on YouTube! Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/5d574928 TikTok: https://tinyurl.com/2p9kjd9d YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/mr3jradc TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Intro 00:57 Hot Take 06:49 Golden Retrievers 08:07 How did the Golden Retriever come about? 10:16 Temperament 12:35 Breeding & Health Testing 16:04 Golden Retriever Breeder Red Flags 16:59 Golden Retriever Concerns 19:13 Behavioral Issues 21:10 Should you get a Golden Retriever? 23:23 Outro

    25 min
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Hey friends! I’m Dr. Molly Brinkmann (@drmollysays), a small animal veterinarian, lifelong animal lover, and your go-to source for all things pet health. Welcome to The Dr. Molly Says Podcast! I’m probably already obsessed with your pet, and I want to help you understand veterinary medicine in a way that’s fun, relatable, and actually makes sense. Each week, I’ll break down important pet care topics, debunk common myths, and give you a behind-the-scenes look at life as a vet. Because let’s be real—life is hard, but dogs help… and so does knowing how to take the best care of them. Grab your coffee (or tea), snuggle your pup (or cat, I guess), and join me every Wednesday at 9 AM EST on all platforms (and YouTube)!

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    Dr. Molly Brinkmann
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