Vet Podcast By The Vetgurus

Main Topic: Intubation of Unusual ands Exotic pets It's time to talk about a subject that strikes fear into many new, and not so new, veterinarians: Intubation of unusual and exotic pets. Brendan and Mark swallow their pride (see what we did there?) and openly talk about their experiences and techniques for intubation in exotics. VetGurus Merchandise - VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items. All purchases help support our podcast , helping pay for our production costs. So the bonus for you is that you get some great merchandise and you feel good inside for supporting us - win:win. So click on this link and get shopping. Order now: VetGurus Shop. Say Hi! Send us an email: VetGurus@Gmail.com. We love hearing from our listeners - give us a yell now! Become a Patron Become a Patron of VetGurus: Support us by 'throwing a bone' to the VetGurus - a small regular donation to help pay for our production costs. It's easy; just go

News They’re on our coat of arms but extinct in Tasmania. Rewilding with emus will be good for the island state’s ecosystems The end of soccer roos? US state moves to ban the sale of kangaroo parts Main Topic: Coracoid Fractures in Birds Coracoid fractures in birds, especially raptors, is a controversial topic. There are several thoughts on the best treatment methods for these fractures. VetGurus Merchandise - VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items. All purchases help support our podcast , helping pay for our production costs. So the bonus for you is that you get some great merchandise and you feel good inside for supporting us - win:win. So click on this link and get shopping. Order now: VetGurus Shop. Say Hi! Send us an email: VetGurus@Gmail.com. We love hearing from our listeners - give us a yell now! Become a Patron Become a Patron of VetGurus: Support us by 'throwing a bone' to the VetGurus - a small regu

News: Wild Asian Elephants Display Unique Puzzle Solving Skills Stingless bees as effective managed pollinators for Australian horticulture Main Topic:   The use (and effectiveness) of silymarin in exotic pets is discussed this week. What is it? Where do we get it from? What is it used for? Does it work? Listen in to hear Mark and Brendan discuss their thoughts. VetGurus Merchandise - VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items. All purchases help support our podcast , helping pay for our production costs. So the bonus for you is that you get some great merchandise and you feel good inside for supporting us - win:win. So click on this link and get shopping. Order now: VetGurus Shop. Say Hi! Send us an email: VetGurus@Gmail.com. We love hearing from our listeners - give us a yell now! Become a Patron Become a Patron of VetGurus: Support us by 'throwing a bone' to the VetGurus - a small regular donation to help pay f

Main Topic:  Eosinophilic gastroenteritis in ferrets We cover a fascinating, little seen, disease of ferrets this week: eosinophilic gastroenteritis. Brendan penned a paper on this topic way back in 2006: we cover the paper and discuss our updates/thoughts on this condition. VetGurus Merchandise - VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items. All purchases help support our podcast , helping pay for our production costs. So the bonus for you is that you get some great merchandise and you feel good inside for supporting us - win:win. So click on this link and get shopping. Order now: VetGurus Shop. Say Hi! Send us an email: VetGurus@Gmail.com. We love hearing from our listeners - give us a yell now! Become a Patron Become a Patron of VetGurus: Support us by 'throwing a bone' to the VetGurus - a small regular donation to help pay for our production costs. It's easy; just go to our Patreon site. You can be a rabbit.. or an echidna

News Virtual fences can benefit both ranchers and wildlife Main Topic:  Rabbit ear health This week we discuss a UK paper about ear health and quality of life in pet rabbits of differing ear conformations. See: Ear health and quality of life in pet rabbits of differing ear conformations: A UK survey VetGurus Merchandise - VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items. All purchases help support our podcast , helping pay for our production costs. So the bonus for you is that you get some great merchandise and you feel good inside for supporting us - win:win. So click on this link and get shopping. Order now: VetGurus Shop. Say Hi! Send us an email: VetGurus@Gmail.com. We love hearing from our listeners - give us a yell now! Become a Patron Become a Patron of VetGurus: Support us by 'throwing a bone' to the VetGurus - a small regular donation to help pay for our production costs. It's easy; just go to our Patreon site.

News Emperor penguins lost thousands of chicks to melting ice last year Wildlife sniffer dogs teach platypus experts new tricks Main Topic:  Frog Care We provide an overview of care of pet frogs this week. A lot to cover, so lets get going... VetGurus Merchandise - VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items. All purchases help support our podcast , helping pay for our production costs. So the bonus for you is that you get some great merchandise and you feel good inside for supporting us - win:win. So click on this link and get shopping. Order now: VetGurus Shop. Say Hi! Send us an email: VetGurus@Gmail.com. We love hearing from our listeners - give us a yell now! Become a Patron Become a Patron of VetGurus: Support us by 'throwing a bone' to the VetGurus - a small regular donation to help pay for our production costs. It's easy; just go to our Patreon site. You can be a rabbit.. or an echidna.. one day we are hopi

News Ig Nobel prizes 2023 230K birds die annually by smashing into NYC windows. A new bill aims to save them. Main Topic:  Nasolacrimal duct issues in Rabbits It's part 2 of our deep dive into rabbit nasolacrimal duct issues this week. VetGurus Merchandise - VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items. All purchases help support our podcast , helping pay for our production costs. So the bonus for you is that you get some great merchandise and you feel good inside for supporting us - win:win. So click on this link and get shopping. Order now: VetGurus Shop. Say Hi! Send us an email: VetGurus@Gmail.com. We love hearing from our listeners - give us a yell now! Become a Patron Become a Patron of VetGurus: Support us by 'throwing a bone' to the VetGurus - a small regular donation to help pay for our production costs. It's easy; just go to our Patreon site. You can be a rabbit.. or an echidna.. one day we are hoping for

News In a ‘perfect comeback,’ some birds use antibird spikes to build their nests Ocean Photographer of the year 2023 finalists Main Topic:  Nasolacrimal duct issues in Rabbits We covered nasolacrimal duct flushing in Rabbits back in April 2022. This week we review NLD flushing and dig a bit deeper into the issues seen with nasolacrimal ducts this week (Part 1). VetGurus Merchandise - VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items. All purchases help support our podcast , helping pay for our production costs. So the bonus for you is that you get some great merchandise and you feel good inside for supporting us - win:win. So click on this link and get shopping. Order now: VetGurus Shop. Say Hi! Send us an email: VetGurus@Gmail.com. We love hearing from our listeners - give us a yell now! Become a Patron Become a Patron of VetGurus: Support us by 'throwing a bone' to the VetGurus - a small regular donation to help pay f

News Rats bop to the beat of music including Lady Gaga and Queen like humans, study says Bonobos feel the beat Main Topic: Veterinary Telemedicine The future is here... or not? Veterinary Telemedicine has become prominent in the last few years, especially since the COVID pandemic. We discuss the pros and cons of teleconsulting. VetGurus Merchandise - VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items. All purchases help support our podcast , helping pay for our production costs. So the bonus for you is that you get some great merchandise and you feel good inside for supporting us - win:win. So click on this link and get shopping. Order now: VetGurus Shop. Say Hi! Send us an email: VetGurus@Gmail.com. We love hearing from our listeners - give us a yell now! Become a Patron Become a Patron of VetGurus: Support us by 'throwing a bone' to the VetGurus - a small regular donation to help pay for our production costs. It's easy;

News Human Neural Larva Migrans Caused by Ophidascaris robertsi Ascarid Dogs prefer ‘baby-talk’ to adult speech, study shows Main Topic:  Ectoparasites of pet birds We summarise ectoparasites seen in pet birds. What scratches your itch? VetGurus Merchandise - VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items. All purchases help support our podcast , helping pay for our production costs. So the bonus for you is that you get some great merchandise and you feel good inside for supporting us - win:win. So click on this link and get shopping. Order now: VetGurus Shop. Say Hi! Send us an email: VetGurus@Gmail.com. We love hearing from our listeners - give us a yell now! Become a Patron Become a Patron of VetGurus: Support us by 'throwing a bone' to the VetGurus - a small regular donation to help pay for our production costs. It's easy; just go to our Patreon site. You can be a rabbit.. or an echidna.. one day we are hoping for

News Too much sex is killing quolls, and now we know why New venomous snake found in Australia Main Topic:  Dental disease in Snakes It's the end of dental month here in Australia so what better time to discuss dental disease in snakes! We start with a fascinating overview of snake dentition then chomp down on snake dental disease. See this link for details of snake dentition. VetGurus Merchandise - VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items. All purchases help support our podcast , helping pay for our production costs. So the bonus for you is that you get some great merchandise and you feel good inside for supporting us - win:win. So click on this link and get shopping. Order now: VetGurus Shop. Say Hi! Send us an email: VetGurus@Gmail.com. We love hearing from our listeners - give us a yell now! Become a Patron Become a Patron of VetGurus: Support us by 'throwing a bone' to the VetGurus - a small regular dona

News Scientists name snake species after Harrison Ford Research to study artificial intelligence use in cow diagnosis Main Topic:  Amphibian Anaesthesia It's sleep time this week with a discussion of anaesthesia in amphibians. Get your bath ready and listen in! VetGurus Merchandise - VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items. All purchases help support our podcast , helping pay for our production costs. So the bonus for you is that you get some great merchandise and you feel good inside for supporting us - win:win. So click on this link and get shopping. Order now: VetGurus Shop. Say Hi! Send us an email: VetGurus@Gmail.com. We love hearing from our listeners - give us a yell now! Become a Patron Become a Patron of VetGurus: Support us by 'throwing a bone' to the VetGurus - a small regular donation to help pay for our production costs. It's easy; just go to our Patreon site. You can be a rabbit.. or an echidna..

News What's your favourite Aussie animal sound? Our poll is down to the top 10 and we want your vote Impact of methods and duration of surgical hand scrub on bacterial count: A randomized controlled trial These ants build tall nest hills to help show the way home Main Topic:  Pneumonia in Rabbits Lower respiratory disease - specifically pneumonia - in rabbits can be very challenging to deal with. This week we step through the diagnosis, treatment options and prognosis of pneumonia in rabbits. VetGurus Merchandise - VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items. All purchases help support our podcast , helping pay for our production costs. So the bonus for you is that you get some great merchandise and you feel good inside for supporting us - win:win. So click on this link and get shopping. Order now: VetGurus Shop. Say Hi! Send us an email: VetGurus@Gmail.com. We love hearing from our listeners - give us a yell now!

News Newfound bat skeletons are the oldest on record Can’t beat them? Eat them: the fight against the US wild boar plague Main Topic:  Eye conditions in Guinea Pigs A common cause of eye issues in pet guinea pigs is a foreign body, such as a grass seed. There are, however, other eye conditions seen in GP's that ned to be on your radar. This week we discuss the more common causes of why a pet guinea pig may be presented to your clinic. VetGurus Merchandise - VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items. All purchases help support our podcast , helping pay for our production costs. So the bonus for you is that you get some great merchandise and you feel good inside for supporting us - win:win. So click on this link and get shopping. Order now: VetGurus Shop. Say Hi! Send us an email: VetGurus@Gmail.com. We love hearing from our listeners - give us a yell now! Become a Patron Become a Patron of VetGurus: Support us by

News How studying faeces may help us boost white rhino populations Scientists thought snakes didn’t have clitorises. They were wrong Main Topic:  Respiratory Diseases in pet birds Part 2 It's part 2 our of discussion of respiratory diseases in birds. VetGurus Merchandise - VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items. All purchases help support our podcast , helping pay for our production costs. So the bonus for you is that you get some great merchandise and you feel good inside for supporting us - win:win. So click on this link and get shopping. Order now: VetGurus Shop. Say Hi! Send us an email: VetGurus@Gmail.com. We love hearing from our listeners - give us a yell now! Become a Patron Become a Patron of VetGurus: Support us by 'throwing a bone' to the VetGurus - a small regular donation to help pay for our production costs. It's easy; just go to our Patreon site. You can be a rabbit.. or an echidna.. one day we

News Australia, New Zealand veterinary schools near ‘crisis' Inquiry into veterinary workplace shortages in NSW Main Topic:  Respiratory Diseases in pet birds A common reason for unwell pet birds: to present to veterinary clinics: respiratory signs. It's the first part of a multi-part main topic as there is a lot to cover. Sit down, shut up and listen in! VetGurus Merchandise - VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items. All purchases help support our podcast , helping pay for our production costs. So the bonus for you is that you get some great merchandise and you feel good inside for supporting us - win:win. So click on this link and get shopping. Order now: VetGurus Shop. Say Hi! Send us an email: VetGurus@Gmail.com. We love hearing from our listeners - give us a yell now! Become a Patron Become a Patron of VetGurus: Support us by 'throwing a bone' to the VetGurus - a small regular donation to help pay for our

News Lee Point protesters fined for trespassing as Darwin's Defence development remains on hold Drones are disturbing critically endangered shorebirds Main Topic:  ocular enucleation in birds One-eyed birds: When is this appropriate? Mark opines on the value of eye removal in birds as a salvage procedure. VetGurus Merchandise - VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items. All purchases help support our podcast , helping pay for our production costs. So the bonus for you is that you get some great merchandise and you feel good inside for supporting us - win:win. So click on this link and get shopping. Order now: VetGurus Shop. Say Hi! Send us an email: VetGurus@Gmail.com. We love hearing from our listeners - give us a yell now! Become a Patron Become a Patron of VetGurus: Support us by 'throwing a bone' to the VetGurus - a small regular donation to help pay for our production costs. It's easy; just go to our Patreon

News Coral-eating fish poo may act as ‘probiotics’ for reefs Hard act to swallow: gull caught on film eating squirrel whole Main Topic: Egg incubation in Reptiles We touched on the topic of bird egg incubation way back in Episode 25 ('Hatch' 5th April 2018). This week we dive into reptile egg incubation. Enjoy! VetGurus Merchandise - VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items. All purchases help support our podcast , helping pay for our production costs. So the bonus for you is that you get some great merchandise and you feel good inside for supporting us - win:win. So click on this link and get shopping. Order now: VetGurus Shop. Say Hi! Send us an email: VetGurus@Gmail.com. We love hearing from our listeners - give us a yell now! Become a Patron Become a Patron of VetGurus: Support us by 'throwing a bone' to the VetGurus - a small regular donation to help pay for our production costs. It's easy; just go to our P

News Saving moths may be just as important as saving the bees Earless dragon rediscovery like finding the Tasmanian tiger Main Topic: Antibiotic use in unusual pets The use (and abuse) of antibiotics in unusual and exotic pets. VetGurus Merchandise - VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items. All purchases help support our podcast , helping pay for our production costs. So the bonus for you is that you get some great merchandise and you feel good inside for supporting us - win:win. So click on this link and get shopping. Order now: VetGurus Shop. Say Hi! Send us an email: VetGurus@Gmail.com. We love hearing from our listeners - give us a yell now! Become a Patron Become a Patron of VetGurus: Support us by 'throwing a bone' to the VetGurus - a small regular donation to help pay for our production costs. It's easy; just go to our Patreon site. You can be a rabbit.. or an echidna.. one day we are hoping for a Guru l

News The news is that we have cracked the 300th Episode mark. Woohoo! Main Topic: 300th Episode How did we manage this? 300 Episodes - all thanks to you: our subscribers, sponsors, listeners. Mark and Brendan reminisce over the 'old times', and talk rubbish- as usual. Enjoy! Send an email to VetGurus@gmail.com VetGurus Merchandise - VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items. All purchases help support our podcast , helping pay for our production costs. So the bonus for you is that you get some great merchandise and you feel good inside for supporting us - win:win. So click on this link and get shopping. Order now: VetGurus Shop. Say Hi! Send us an email: VetGurus@Gmail.com. We love hearing from our listeners - give us a yell now! Become a Patron Become a Patron of VetGurus: Support us by 'throwing a bone' to the VetGurus - a small regular donation to help pay for our production costs. It's easy; just go to our Pa