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News Wolf or dog? Dingo genome reveals answer lies somewhere in between How lizards keep detachable tails from falling off Main Topic: Bird Beaks (Part 2) We follow up from Episode 235 which covered bird beaks. In that episode we covered repair of birds beaks. This week we chat about the reshaping of bird beaks in more detail, and delve into some more rare or complicated beak issues in various avian species. 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 VetG

News Tunnels and scent trails 'beneficial' to ferret welfare Vegan diet the ‘healthiest, least harmful’ choice for dogs Main Topic: Sarcoptic Mange in ferrets This week we cover sarcoptic mange in ferrets. This is a relatively commonly encountered condition on pet ferrets in Australia, yet infrequently reported in other regions. 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 A dolphin stranded on a Texas beach dies after beachgoers attempted to ride it Apes, robots and men: the life and death of the first space chimp Review: Australian Bird Guide Brendan has a book review this week: The Australian Bird Guide. It is an essential item for all those twitchy and not so twitchy bird lovers or anyone visiting Australia. The illustrations and layout are excellent. It earns a top 8.6 out of 10 rating. Main Topic: Nasolacrimal Duct Flushing in Rabbits We dive into the practicalities of flushing the rabbit nasolacrimal duct this week. This is a commonly performed procedure (and we discuss why) in exotic pet practice. Mark and Brendan give their tips on performing this 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 i

News Like elephants, grandmother giraffes spend years caring for young The U.S.’s first open-air genetically modified mosquitoes have taken flight Main Topic: Respiratory diseases in Shingleback lizards It's reptiles this week: specifically Shingleback lizards (Tiliqua rugosa), also known as the bobtail, sleepy lizard, two-headed skink, stumpy-tailed skink, pinecone lizard, bobeye or boggi, amongst other names! We delve deep into respiratory diseases seen in this species. Sit back, relax and listen. Don't be Shy - say Hi! Send us an email: VetGurus@Gmail.com. We love hearing from our listeners - give us a yell now! About our Podcast Our podcast is for veterinarians, veterinary students and veterinary nurses/technicians. If you are at pet owner please search elsewhere - there are lots of great podcasts aimed specifically at pet owners. The veterinary podcast about veterinary medicine and surgery, current news items of interest, case reports and anecdotes. Wait: It’s not all abou

News Spix’s Macaw heads list of first bird extinctions confirmed this decade Plan to rein deer growth on Melbourne’s outskirts Review: Severance TV series Brendan reviews the disturbing Apple TV series severance. A solid 8.6/10 score. Series 2 has been given the green light. Main Topic: Dealing with troublesome clients It's everyone's nightmare: the angry client. It wrecks your day, your week, maybe even longer. This week we discuss strategies to deal with the angry client, and tips to prevent the situation occurring in the first place. 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 hearin

News ‘Smart patrols’: The new hope for Malaysia’s last tigers Here’s how boa constrictors squeeze their dinner without suffocating themselves Review: Reacher streaming series Mark reviews (and raves) about the streaming series Reacher. It is available on Amazon Prime. He rates it a strong 8.6 out of 10. Main Topic: Geriatric Guinea Pig Care Caring for the elderly Guinea Pig is this weeks main topic. We discuss the common problems found in aged guinea pigs, how to provide quality of care and more. 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 Fenced-off regions to help make greater bilbies great again in NSW  The spongy moth’s new name replaces an ethnic slur Main Topic: Bird Beak Repair Brendan quizzes Mark on repair of beak injuries in birds for this weeks main topic. 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 Psychedelic toad’s sought- after venom puts rare reptile at risk Dead as a dodo … but maybe not for much longer   Main Topic: Abnormal caecotrophs in Rabbits Intermittent soft stools (ISS) or abnormal/excess production of caecotrophs is commonly seen in exotic pet practice. We cover the ins and outs of this syndrome. Sit back, relax and enjoy the conversation 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 pa

News How 100 baby birds are holding up the defence department’s plan for Port Phillip Bay Unlocking the mysterious language of hippos Main Topic: Dysecdysis in Reptiles This week we cover shedding issues in reptiles. We did cover this topic previous - back in Episode 163: Nov 13, 2020 - so we are covering this popular topic again. Signs, treatment, and prevention ... and more! 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

News ‘Nothing to do, nowhere to go’: What happens when elephants live alone It’s official: Groundhog Day’s spring predictions no better than chance Main Topic: Corneal Lipidosis in Frogs This week Brendan and Mark discuss the fascinating syndrome of corneal lipidosis in frogs. What is it and how do we treat it? They then debate the theories of its cause and thoughts on how to prevent it. 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 regula

News These are the 5 costliest invasive species, causing billions in damages Scientists are turning to dogs to learn about the secrets of ageing Review: Tesla Powerwall 2 Brendan is in love with his battery. He reviews the Tesla Powerwall 2 and give it a stellar 9.5 out of 10. Main Topic: Lorikeet Paralysis Syndrome Mark is in detective mode. We discuss Lorikeet Paralysis Syndrome - let the mystery solving begin! Don't be Shy - say Hi! Send us an email: VetGurus@Gmail.com. We love hearing from our listeners - give us a yell now! About our Podcast Our podcast is for veterinarians, veterinary students and veterinary nurses/technicians. If you are at pet owner please search elsewhere - there are lots of great podcasts aimed specifically at pet owners. The veterinary podcast about veterinary medicine and surgery, current news items of interest, case reports and anecdotes. Wait: It’s not all about veterinary matters! We also discuss other areas we are passionate about, includin

News New app identifies dogs using nose prints The Dolittle factor: ‘Talking to the animals’ during veterinary consultations Main Topic: Intra-abdominal castration of Rodents and Guinea Pigs Intra-abdominal castration of small mammals has several advantages over the traditional desexing methods for these species. We cover the ins and outs of this procedure and walk you through the technique. 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 re

News Melbourne’s rare powerful owls at risk from long-lasting rat poisons Florida’s flamingos disappeared decades ago. That may soon change. Main Topic: Wildlife Care This week provide an overview of triage for wildlife brought into vet clinics. 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 hop

News Part donkey, part wild ass, the kunga is the oldest known hybrid bred by humans Hamster pet stores in Hong Kong to reopen Main Topic: Interview with Dr Robert Johnson A special topic this week: an interview with Dr Robert Johnson, an Australian veterinarian with a worldwide reputation as a pioneer in exotic pet medicine. Robert is also renown for his work with wildlife and is a pst president of the Australian Veterinary Association. He was recently awarded an Order of Australia medal for his services to wildlife and the profession. 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

News The prince, the mayor, and the U.S. fish that ate Japan An Arctic hare traveled at least 388 kilometers in a record-breaking journey Main Topic: Hemipene amputation We're cutting to the chase again this week: why, when and how to amputate hemipenes from reptiles. 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 echid

News Hong Kong to kill 2000 animals after hamsters get COVID-19 Australian dragons' gender determined by epigenetic differences Main Topic: Bird Desexing We cover the ins and outs (more out than in) of bird desexing this week. Get into it! 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 fo

News Here’s what goldfish driving ‘cars’ tell us about navigation Wildlife Conservation on Ice: Frozen Zoos To Save Animals Main Topic: Pruritis in Rats and Mice Itchy rodents are tacked this week. Common causes, diagnostics, treatments. Let's get into it! 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

News Some songbirds now migrate east to west Dog DNA reveals ancient trade network connecting the Arctic to the outside world Mark and Brendan review the film Power of the Dog. They give it a 8.6 out of 10. Main Topic: Cloacoliths in Parrots This week it's about stones, specifically cloacoliths encountered in parrots. Brendan and Mark discuss this fascinating 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 h

News Australian beekeepers win manuka honey trademark battle against NZ producers Can dogs actually learn words? What a new study on “gifted” canines reveals Main Topic: Chicken medicine revisit We covered common diseases of backyard chickens in Episodes 126 and 126, back in March 2020. We revisit chooks this week, with Mark spending some time recently 'chook sitting'. 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

News Ivermectin could help save the endangered Australian sea lion Colombia seizes hundreds of tarantulas and insects bound for Germany University designed cane toad lure may curb spread thanks to new deal Endangered birds experience 'virgin birth,' a first for the species Main Topic: Welcome 2022 Another year over but the news stories don't stop. A catch up on some interesting topics this week as we head into 2022. 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 bo