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As the holiday season approaches, pet owners often find themselves indulging in festive feasts, but did you know that this time of year poses a heightened risk of pancreatitis for our furry companions? In this episode of The Family Pet Podcast, we are joined by Licensed Veterinary Medical Technician Stephanie Adams to unravel the complexities of pancreatitis in pets and discuss practical tips to ensure a safe and joyful holiday season for our four-legged friends.
Key Points:
Understanding Pancreatitis:Stephanie provides insights into what pancreatitis is and why it becomes a concern during the holiday season.Common Holiday Culprits:Explore the festive foods and treats that could potentially trigger pancreatitis in pets.Prevention Strategies:Learn actionable tips on how to safeguard your pets against pancreatitis during holiday celebrations.Recognizing Signs and Symptoms:Stephanie walks us through the signs of pancreatitis and emphasizes the importance of prompt veterinary attention.Stephanie's Expert Advice:Our guest shares her expertise on maintaining a pet-friendly holiday environment and offers alternatives to traditional treats.Conclusion:
As we gear up for the holidays, it's crucial to prioritize our pets' health and well-being. Tune in to this episode for valuable insights from Licensed Veterinary Technician Stephanie Adams, ensuring a safe and joyful celebration for both you and your furry family members.

Here are links to information we talked about today:
The American Animal Hospital Association explains What Is Pancreatitis?The Gobble Gobble Thanksgiving song from Matthew West
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Ep. 78 - Health Certificates/Certificates of Veterinary Inspection for International Travel - Show Notes
Moving to another country is a major transition in life. Including your pet in such a move presents its own set of challenges. Fulfilling the requirements for pet travel often requires multiple documents, including a country-specific international health certificate that is completed by a USDA approved veterinarian.
Dr. Nelva Bryant serves Delta Air Lines as the industry’s first in-house veterinarian. Her role with Delta involves reviewing and revising policies related to the transportation of live animals. She is also the founder of When Pets Fly, a company leading the way to educate pet parents, veterinarians and the airline industry in best travel practices. She is the perfect guest to walk our listeners through the process of flying with our pets.
Here are links to information we talked about today:
Pet Travel Guidance for Pets Traveling to Another Country from the United States from the United States Department of AgricultureLearn more about Dr. Bryant including her appearances on other podcasts and media interviews on LinkedInYou can learn all about the When Pets Fly at their websiteFollow When Pets Fly on Facebook and InstagramGot a question for Michael and Stephen? Run across something interesting you want to share with the show? Do you have a topic idea for a future episode? Send it to us at thefamilypetpodcast@gmail.com

Ep. 77 - Flying with Pets - Show Notes
Millions of Americans will be flying this holiday season to visit family and friends. Many of them will be traveling with their pets. However, flying with our pets is not as easy as just showing up to the airport and boarding the plan. But where can pet owners go to get more information about the requirements for flying with their pets?
Dr. Nelva Bryant serves Delta Air Lines as the industry’s first in-house veterinarian. Her role with Delta involves reviewing and revising policies related to the transportation of live animals. She is also the founder of When Pets Fly, a company leading the way to educate pet parents, veterinarians and the airline industry in best travel practices. She is the perfect guest to walk our listeners through the process of flying with our pets.
Here are links to information we talked about today:
Learn more about Dr. Bryant including her appearances on other podcasts and media interviews on LinkedInYou can learn all about the When Pets Fly at their websiteFollow When Pets Fly on Facebook and InstagramAirline Pet Cargo Crate Requirements from the IATA

Got a question for Michael and Stephen? Run across something interesting you want to share with the show? Do you have a topic idea for a future episode? Send it to us at thefamilypetpodcast@gmail.com

Ep. 76 - Choosing an Outside Pharmacy - Show Notes
Recent years have seen an explosion of pharmacy options for pet owners. Where they once had no other option but to go to their local veterinary office to pick up food and medicine for their pets, pet owners today have any number of options to choose from. But how do pet owners decide what outside pharmacy is right for them?
Sue Hutton, LVMT and Melody Drushal, LVMT from Covetrus join the podcast today to walk listeners through all of the benefits, drawbacks and even potential risks associated with using an outside pharmacy.

Bonus link to learn about the occurrence of various vector borne diseases: Companion Animal Parasite Council  www.CAPCvet.org
Got a question for Michael and Stephen? Run across something interesting you want to share with the show? Do you have a topic idea for a future episode? Send it to us at thefamilypetpodcast@gmail.com

Ep. 75 - Pet Poison Helpline - Show Notes
Halloween is right around the corner and your house may already be filled with all sorts of assorted candy and treats. Unfortunately, many of these delicious treats are toxic to our pets. Many other common poison risks for our pets are all around our homes, often without us even being aware of the dangers.
Dr. Renee Schmid is a Diplomate of the American Board of Toxicology and a Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Toxicology. She works with the Pet Poison Hotline as a Senior Veterinary Toxicologist. She is an expert in the field of veterinary toxicology and the perfect person to walk listeners through the various risks and, just as importantly, what to do if our pets ingest something toxic.
Here are links to information we talked about today:
Expert help is a call away 855-764-7661You can learn all about the Pet Poison Helpline at their websiteNot all Halloween risks are from candy according to the Pet Poison HelplineThe Pet Poison Helpline lists the Top 10 Pet Poisons of 2022 Got a question for Michael and Stephen? Run across something interesting you want to share with the show? Do you have a topic idea for a future episode? Send it to us at thefamilypetpodcast@gmail.com. 



Increase the chance you will save your pet's life if they ingest something toxic by calling the Pet Poison Helpline at (855) 764-7661

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Ep. 74 - Learning about “bobcat fever” - Show Notes
One of the most devastating illnesses that can affect domestic cats is cytauxzoonosis, often called “bobcat fever”. This disease is spread by ticks and has an incredibly high mortality rate. One symptom of a cat suffering from cytauxzoonosis is prolonged crying out in pain, often called a “death yowl.” Fortunately, regular flea/tick prevention is an effective means to keep your feline friend free from the disease. 
Dr. Michelle Evason serves as Global Director, Veterinary Clinical Education for Antech and brings ain incredible depth of information and a passion for educating pet parents. She walks us through the transmission and symptoms of cytauxzoonosis and even tries, unsuccessfully in Stephen’s case, to teach us how to pronounce the name disease.
Here are links to information we talked about today:
Listen to Zoey Smith, LVMT talk all about ticks in Episode 6Learn more about cytauxzoonosis, including geographic distribution, from Today’s Veterinary PracticeYou can lose track of time exploring all of the maps and charts at The Companion Animal Parasite Council Video of a tick waiting for a host to walk by via YouTubeGot a question for Michael and Stephen? Run across something interesting you want to share with the show? Do you have a topic idea for a future episode? Send it to us at thefamilypetpodcast@gmail.com.