
Veterinary Podcast with the VetGurus
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Our veterinary podcast is mostly about veterinary medicine and surgery: current news items of interest, case reports, and anecdotes. A 'topic of the week' discusses one veterinary issue of interest.
Veterinary Podcast with the VetGurus
20h ago
News
How scientists found an African bat lost to science for 40 years
Drug-resistant bacteria evolved on hedgehogs long before the use of antibiotics
Main Topic: Toe amputation in reptiles
Chop Chop! Amputation of reptile toes in the main topic this week. Necrotic or traumatised toes are not uncommon in some reptile species such as bearded dragons or skinks. We discuss why these issues occur and how to perform surgery to remove non-viable toes.
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Veterinary Podcast with the VetGurus
1w ago
News
Dolphins can identify their friends by taste, study shows for the first time
Plastic-stuffed seabirds sound alarm call for Australian ocean health
Main Topic: Environmental enrichment for birds
What a ‘bird brain’ is a derogatory term of humans. What about birds? Do they get bored, are some species smarter than others, and what can we do to make the life of a pet bird more complete by providing appropriate mental stimulation.
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Veterinary Podcast with the VetGurus
2w ago
Review
Brendan reviews the book The vet at NOAH’s Ark by renowned exotics veterinarian Dr Doug Mader. It receives a solid score of 8.6 out of 10.
Main Topic: Selected eye issues in exotic pets
We just do eyes this week with a rapid rundown of some interesting eye issues of exotic pets.
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Veterinary Podcast with the VetGurus
3w ago
News
Beloved receptionist celebrates 70 years at UK veterinary Practice
Bioluminescent millipedes believed to be found for first time in Australia by Illawarra bushwalkers
Main Topic: Exotic Pet Nursing Tips and Tricks
It’s veterinary technician and nursing time this week! We chat about some tips and tricks for those wanting to get into nursing of exotic pets.
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Veterinary Podcast with the VetGurus
1M ago
Main Topic: Are Zoos useful?
It’s discussion of a controversial subject this week: do we need zoos? What is their function? Mark and Brendan discuss this and more.
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Veterinary Podcast with the VetGurus
1M ago
Main Topic: It’s our Holiday Special
Mark and Brendan reminisce in our holiday special.. Enjoy!
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Veterinary Podcast with the VetGurus
1M ago
News
Common veterinary drugs show effectiveness against bed bugs
Will shipping noise nudge Africa’s only penguin toward extinction?
Main Topic: Diets for Pet Frogs
What should we feed pet frogs? How? How Much? How Often? Supplements? Listen in to find out the answers.
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Veterinary Podcast with the VetGurus
1M ago
News
Where have all the Christmas beetles gone?
Main Topic: Illegal exotic pets
Why do people keep illegal exotic pets and how do they get them? What about veterinary care when they become unwell? So many questions….
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Veterinary Podcast with the VetGurus
1M ago
News
Long considered loners, many marsupials may have complex social lives
Vets to debate how to engage Gen Z at London Vet Show
Main Topic: Sugar Glider Care
Sugar Gliders are popular pets worldwide. These native Australian marsupials sure are cute – but how should they be kept and do they make good pets? Find out the lowdown on this exotic pet from 2 local Aussies (Brendan and Mark).
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Veterinary Podcast with the VetGurus
2M ago
News
Toxoplasmosis cases declining in high-income countries
Main Topic: Old age in Wildlife
A common reason for presentation of wildlife to veterinary clinics is age related disease. Often the animal presented needs to be euthanased due to the poor outlook, yet some vets make the mistake of not realising that it ‘is time’ for the aged animals.
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