Petucate U Presents: Vet in the City Pet Health Chat

All things Ozone therapy.. how we make it, it's effects on the body, when we use it and its practical application in veterinary patients. Ozone therapy is a safe, effective and cost effective way  to support the immune system and has broad applications across many disease processes. It is a wonderful adjunct to supporting patients with cancer and helps with pain inflammation  improves mitochondrial function and helps to increase health Dian..  This is a therapy everyone should know about and it can even be done at home. I'll tell you how. Join us. 

This is the 1st part  of the holistic veterinary series and are starting with a look at acupuncture in our animal companions.. a bit of history, what it is, how it works and what the benefits are.   And there's a special guest named Oetzi!!

On Dec 11 2022 Dr. Daniela Castillo (vegan vet extraordinaire!)  will be interviewing me about my ethical journey into the veterinary  profession. This will be highlighting what veterinarians who are vegan and/or animal rights activists experience during vet school and beyond. Fighting against animal cruelty especially within the veterinary profession can be traumatizing, lead to depression and so often you  are fighting alone.  Our Honor  (www.ourhonor.org) was created by veterinarians who are fighting against the inhumane treatment of animals within the veterinary profession,  and to support others that are fighting against animal cruelty as well. This is groundbreaking.  If  you want to hear more about it tune in on Sunday night December 11 at 7 PM (PST) Register for free at discussions.our honor.org. Hope to see you there. 

Have you heard of Laryngeal Paralysis ?  Most pet parents actually haven't. It is a disease that affects the nerves innervating the muscles of the larynx, causing breathing difficulties, changes in voice and more. It can start with things as common as a change in Your dogs bark or cats meow, and  increased panting.   We  most commonly see this condition in older large breed dogs particularly in the Labrador retriever, but Lar Par can  also be seen in some breeds earlier in life. It is a very serious progressive disease that often goes undiagnosed because  pet parents are unaware that there is anything wrong. So Dr. V is talking all about it to help raise awareness. Have a listen! 

Why do our pets decline with age?? Well inflammation is a central cause. Dr V is talking about the Dog Aging Project, their research on ‘inflammaging' and why we age.  

Getting a second medical opinion for your pet can be life saving. But when do you need one and why?? Dr. V talks openly about when you should start to consider finding a new perspective.. how to approach your vet and how to  prepare for the 2nd opinion... and she has a few stories to tell.. the stories of Honey, Hiro, Buddy and more!! If you are interested in finding a veterinary specialist go to:the American Board of Veterinary Specialties    https://www.avma.org/education/specialties  or https://www.vetspecialists.com

Probiotics, prebiotics, postbiotics, dysbiosis. What does it all mean?  Dr V is talking about the microbiome, a diverse group of trillions of microbes living in the large intestine of your pet (and you), and its relationship to your pet's health. She presents some of the studies, discusses the future directions of microbiome research, and possible options for supporting your pet's microbiome and health. 

The holidays are a time of celebration, togetherness, food and drink!!   It is also a time when there is an increased incidence of pets being admitted to the hospital for poison ingestion. Knowing what some of these toxins are, can help pet parents prevent toxin exposure and//or ingestion.  Here Dr. V discusses the most common foods to avoid, and also offers resources for pet parents so that they can keep their pets safe. The ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center and the Pet Poison Helpline are just 2 of many valuable resources from which you can access information about animal toxins and can speak with a veterinary toxicologist 24/7 in the event of a suspected or known toxicity. This is a part of your pet emergency kit.   

Dr V  chats openly  about what health actually is,  and the difference between optimal health and the absence of observable disease. She discusses how to spot good health and when it starts to change, and gives a countdown of the top 20 signs that your pet is in good health.  C60 Purple Power for Pets and Humans! The most powerful antioxidant known and has been proven through research to increase life span! Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

Fleas thrive during the warm and humid months.. they can infest your home,  carry diseases and make your pets miserable. But the medications available to treat fleas come with the potential for serious adverse affects.  So what do we do?? Dr. V covers all you need to know about fleas.  She discusses the diseases they can potentially carry,  the 4 stages of the flea life cycle, discusses the available flea medications and their potential dangers, and offers safer treatment options.  Get ready to take notes!!  This is one  podcast you don't want to miss. C60 Purple Power for Pets and Humans! The most powerful antioxidant known and has been proven through research to increase life span! Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

Nutrition is the foundation of health.   But with all the pet foods on the market, the conflicting information and all the differing opinions, how can you choose the healthiest foods for your pets?  Dr. V is discussing the Maillard reaction and its end products.  digestibility, sourcing, recalls and more. She is presenting the relevant scientific studies that compare different aspects of  kibble, raw, canned, and lightly cooked pet  foods and offers guidelines for making the healthies pet food choices  for your animal companions. C60 Purple Power for Pets and Humans! The most powerful antioxidant known and has been proven through research to increase life span! Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

Cranial Cruciate Ligament Disease is one of the most common causes of rear limb lameness and pain in dogs (and less commonly cats).   In this podcast, Dr. V   discusses the anatomy of the stifle (knee) joint, and discusses the causes,  the diagnostics, risk factors, the clinical signs, and the treatment options for this disease. And as usual giving her candid insights and offers her many experiences as a rehab specialist to help you navigate through this issue. C60 Purple Power for Pets and Humans! The most powerful antioxidant known and has been proven through research to increase life span! C60 Purple Power for Pets and Humans! The most powerful antioxidant known and has been proven through research to increase life span! Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

Dr. V is discussing osteoarthritis in dogs and cats.  What it is, its causes and possible treatment options. She focuses on the pain syndrome that frequently accompanies the disease and its management. She discusses supplements and nutraceuticals, explains the importance of  weight loss, a healthy diet, and  the importance of doing rehab which she believes is a part of the gold standard of treatment . C60 Purple Power for Pets and Humans! The most powerful antioxidant known and has been proven through research to increase life span! Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

Dr. Voulgaris discusses anxiety in dogs and cats, its causes,  some treatment options and she discusses the effects of stress on health.  She gives an overview of the stress response, what happens when we get stuck in sympathetic drive and  describes the  dance between cortisol and the other hormones in the body. This is an honest look at what our pets go through and Dr. V offers new perspectives on this  very common and serious  issue. 

Today's podcast is all about cats. In this podcast Dr. Voulgaris discusses Feline Lower Urinary Tract Disease (FLUTD) - what it is,  the most common underlying causes, the root of the matter and cornerstones of treatment.  

Mitochondrial health is essential if we are to support health in our pets. Here we discuss  mitochondrial health, energy production, the causes of dysfunction and what we can do about it.

In the 1st episode Dr. Voulgaris is setting the stage for her podcast and offering the reasons for doing the show.  She is  telling  her story, offering her credentials and touches upon the prevalence of chronic disease in humans and in our pets. She explains some of  the factors that influences health and explains the control we have over it.  She talks about the why- the reasons for doing a podcast...which is to prevent as much disease as possible in our pets.. which can be done if pet parents have the right information.