The PAWEDcast

Dr.'s Vernaleken & Renzullo interview Insta-famous cat celebrity Starlord (@stuntmanstarlord) and his human Christina. Starlord is quite the adventure cat and can be found skateboarding, frog hunting, breaking into kitchen cabinets, and causing double takes while out for walks on his leash! His owner helps us answer: how do you leash train a cat? Is every cat a good candidate for leash walking? What are the risks and benefits of bringing your cat outdoors? How do you pick the right leash & harness? Special thanks to our guest Christina Mosher who is a Veterinary Assistant at Capital District Veterinary Referral Hospital, and Starlord of course.

Dr. Renzullo interviews National Champion Agility Trainer Amber McCune from American K9 Country in Amherst, NH. Amber and her Border Collies have won the AKC National Championship and represented team USA at the World Agility Championships! She brings her expertise to discuss the world of dog sports from agility, flyball, dock diving, fast CAT, obedience, & more. Can any dog breed of any age participate in dog sports? How do I pick the right sport for my dog? Is it dangerous for dogs? What are dog sports competitions like? Dog sports can truly transform your relationship and create a dialogue with your dog. We encourage you to give it a try!

Survey says... it's game night on The PAWEDcast! Dr. Vernaleken & Dr. Renzullo compete against fellow emergency veterinarians Dr. Kramer & Dr. Lee in Ethos Friendly Feud! Play along as they guess answers to "name an awkward diagnosis to explain to pet owners," "name the most common foreign body you see in dogs," & more. Then, all 4 doctors debunk common pet myths in Veterinary Myth Busters. Are dogs color blind? Are cats nocturnal? Is it okay for dogs to chew on sticks?

Women make up only 28% of the workforce in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). But in veterinary medicine, that number jumps to 63% and at Ethos, 89% of the entire organization is female. In celebration of Women's History Month, Dr. Vernaleken & Dr. Renzullo talk with Holly Firestine, the Chief People Officer at Ethos, about the power of women in vet med. Along with reflecting on their own personal experiences as women in science and executive business roles, they discuss: how has the veterinary field shifted from a male-dominated to a more equalized industry? How have "traditional views" of working mothers, work-life balance, and who's the breadwinner changed for women? How can we continue to empower the young girls in our lives to get into STEM fields? And: an update & future projects on how Ethos is building a culture of caring and learning & development for veterinary professionals to thrive in.

Emergency Veterinary Medicine: the thrilling field of medicine that many veterinary graduates are drawn to – so why are so many veterinarians leaving, or not going into ER at all? Low pay, burnout, the daunting task of proving yourself, the stress of the match system; there's many aspects of traditional emergency internships that just don't seem worth it. Two emergency veterinarians from Massachusetts are challenging the standard emergency training methods and expectations and building a new path for new grads with the E-VET Training Program. Join Dr. Vernaleken & Dr. Renzullo as they talk with Annie Wayne, DVM, MPH, DACVECC and Ali Pivoda, BVMS about how E-VET is bringing wellness and competency-focused training back into veterinary emergency training programs. And: why should you consider a career in ER? What does a day in a veterinary ER look like?  To learn more about E-VET or to apply, click here.

Dr. Vernaleken & Dr. Renzullo are joined by Veterinary Neurologist Baye Williamson, DVM, DACVIM (Neurology) from VERC Hawaii. Dr. Williamson is the first and only Veterinary Neurologist in the state of Hawaii! She brings her expertise to discuss the complex science of neurology in cats and dogs: How do neurologic symptoms present in pets? How difficult are seizures to manage in pets? How have MRIs revolutionized veterinary neurology? And out of our own curiosity (and certainly not jealousy), what is it like practicing veterinary medicine on the beautiful island of Oahu, Hawaii?

A purrfect ending to 2021 on The PAWEDcast, Dr. Vernaleken & Dr. Renzullo talk all things cats: How do you manage a multi-cat household? How many litter boxes and feeding bowls do you need? Should you help feral cats? And other things to keep in mind before getting another cat. Happy Holidays PAWEDcasters! Thanks for another great year. We'll see you next year for our January episode!

Urgent Care is an emerging (and very much needed) branch of veterinary medicine. Like urgent care centers for humans, they are filling the gap between your pet's regular vet and the ER. How do veterinary urgent cares work? How do you know if your pet should go to an urgent care vs. ER vs. their primary care vet? And for veterinary teams: what are the benefits to working in urgent care? Dr. Vernaleken & Dr. Renzullo talk with Associate Medical Director of the Urgent Care service at Peak Veterinary Referral Center, Dr. Gracey Welsh to answer all this and more!

Dr. Vernaleken & Dr. Renzullo are joined by Veterinary Anesthesiologist Andrea Looney, DVM, DACVAA, CCRP, DACVSMR (yes, that's a lot of credentials!) Dr. Looney is one of only a handful of Veterinary Anesthesiologist specialists in the country. She brings her expertise to answer common pet owner surgery & anesthesia questions: Is it risky to put my pet under anesthesia? How do veterinarians determine if my pet is a candidate for surgery? Are my fears of anesthesia reasonable? And, perhaps most importantly, how do veterinarians manage to anesthetize, relieve pain, and reverse the effects of anesthesia in multiple breeds & species?

The Mr. Mo Project began with a simple mission: to give senior dogs the chance they deserve. Since 2014, founders Chris & Mariesa have rescued, placed, and covered costs for countless senior dogs who have been surrendered or require expensive veterinary care. On the first episode of season 5 of The PAWEDcast, Dr. Vernaleken & Dr. Renzullo talk with this incredible husband & wife duo. Hear their stories, what they do for New York & beyond, and learn how to donate or foster. 

1 out of 3 pets go missing in their lifetime, and the majority do on 4th of July weekend. Organizations such as Granite State Dog Recovery get those dogs back home. On our final episode of season 4 of The PAWEDcast, Dr. Vernaleken & Dr. Renzullo talk with New Hampshire dog recovery experts Holly & Susan. What's the first thing you should do if your dog goes missing? How do you keep your dog safe during 4th of July fireworks? What do you do if you find a roaming dog? Plus: favorite reunion stories.

A cancer diagnosis can be devastating for a pet owner. But Veterinary Oncologists have changed that. On this episode of The PAWEDcast, Dr. Vernaleken & Dr. Renzullo talk with veterinary oncologists Dr. Ira Gordon (radiation oncology) & Dr. Bridget Stewart (medical oncology) about their profession: working with primary care veterinarians, favorite success stories, oncology vet techs, and what veterinary oncology is all about: hope. Then, Dr. Chris Thomson returns for an update on clinical trials happening right now at Ethos.

Dr. Vernaleken & Dr. Renzullo are joined by a fellow Primary Care Veterinarian, Dr. Justin Pochman from Wheat Ridge Animal Hospital, to celebrate Heartworm Awareness Month the best way we know how: education! How are Southern rescue dogs increasing heartworm cases we see? Can cats get heartworms? How do we treat heartworms in dogs? What heartworm prevention is recommended? Hear the perspectives from Massachusetts & Colorado!

Dr. Vernaleken & Dr. Renzullo are joined by veterinary surgeon Chris Thomson, DVM, DACVS-SA to talk all things surgery: How do board certified surgeons differ from general surgeons? What are the benefits of minimally invasive surgery vs. traditional surgery for your pet? When should you get a second opinion for your pet? Dr. Thomson also discusses a new and exciting field of vet med: clinical research trials that are helping both pets and humans with cancer.

Let's talk wildlife! Wildlife rehabilitation is very different than veterinary medicine, though they do overlap. Some wild animals are pests, some clash with our dogs and cats, and some do need human intervention. Have you ever found a baby bird or baby bunny and wondered what you should do? Or a bird flew into your window and you're unsure of how to care for it? Dr. Vernaleken & Dr. Renzullo answer your questions, talk most memorable wildlife cases, and more with Christy from Gold Country Wildlife Rescue.

Kicking off 2021 on The PAWEDcast, Dr. Vernaleken & Dr. Renzullo talk all things ER: How do emergency veterinary hospitals work? Why are wait times so long, especially on weekends? How are pets triaged? How has COVID affected ER workflows?

On this episode of The PAWEDcast, Dr. Vernaleken is joined by Jenna from Embrace Pet Insurance. Together they answer all your pet insurance questions for both pet owners and veterinarians: when you should sign your dog or cat up for a policy, preexisting conditions, costs, submitting claims, insurance for older pets or indoor cats, and more! Then, Dr. Vernaleken gives her advice on getting your pet an International Health Certificate for traveling.   If you are a client at one of our Ethos Veterinary Health hospitals, you are eligible for a 5% discount on your policy at Embrace Pet Insurance. Click the link below to access your discount. embracepetinsurance.com/ethos

On this episode of The PAWEDcast, the doctors kick off with a shoutout to our amazing Veterinary Technicians & employees as we celebrate National Vet Tech Week & Ethos Employee Appreciation Week! Then, we bring back our popular "Ask the Vet" segment to answer questions from pet owners. The doctors discuss overdue booster vaccines during the pandemic, PrettyLitter cat litter, getting a second opinion for your pet's diagnosis, do indoor cats need to go to the vet annually, how important playtime is for your pet, & more!

Welcome back to a new season of The PAWEDcast. This episode welcomes Jared Katz, Talent Acquisition Manager for Ethos Veterinary Health. Jared talks with the doctors about the changing landscape of hiring in the veterinary field. There is a hiring boom throughout the industry and Ethos alone has hundreds of new positions ready to be filled! From customer service and IT, to veterinarians and technicians, and beyond. Jared also gives some advice for those seeking jobs during the pandemic and great questions to ask future employers.   WE ARE HIRING ethosvet.com  

On this episode the doctors welcome Haley and Tricia from the Blood Bank at Wheat Ridge Animal Hospital in Colorado to talk about their work in the Blood Bank: the canine donor program, cat donors, and blood supplies for pets. In the second segment we invite another member from Wheat Ridge Animal hospital, Brooke, the Hospital Service Manager. The doctors and Brooke discuss Fear Free, a certification program for veterinary teams and hospitals can take place in to become trained in providing fear free techniques for pets who visit the hospital. Ethos Veterinary Health is dedicated to becoming Fear Free at all of our locations. What is Fear Free and what could this mean for your pet visiting the hospital?   Please forgive our audio as we are recording online during COVID. Thank you. As always, you can take us on the go with your favorite podcast app. Subscribe, rate, and review!   ethosvet.com Executive Producer: Lauren Parece Producers: Rachael Gillis, Kelly Mankowich

The Boston Dog Lawyer, Jeremy Cohen, Esq., returns to the show to talk more about his work as a lawyer to pets and pet owners and give some very interesting examples of cases he has been on. Dog walker liability, retractable leashes, off-leash incidents, pet custody, and more!

On this episode of The PAWEDcast, Dr. Vernaleken & Dr. Renzullo sat down with Calli Towne, MS, the Training Coordinator at MSPCA Nevins Farm. Calli discusses science based dog training methods for clicker training, leash walking, prong collars, puppy training, training senior dogs, and more!

On this episode of the PAWEDcast, Dr. Vernaleken & Dr. Renzullo discuss blood donors in veterinary medicine. Then, they answer the most asked questions we get from pet owners in the exam room.

In the final episode of 2019, Dr. Renzullo gives us the scoop about the return of the Plague and what this means for you and your pet. Then, Dr. Vernaleken gives her top pick for "vet-approved" gifts for your pet this holiday season.

Welcome back to the PAWEDcast! On today's episode, Dr. Vernaleken and Dr. Renzullo will sit down with social worker Christina Stephens-Malloy, LCSW from Mass Vet to discuss the rise of veterinary social work and all she does for pet owners and veterinary professionals: self-care promotion, pet loss support groups, and more.

On this episode, Dr. Vernaleken & Dr. Renzullo discussed Halloween pet safety, and then overweight pets featuring Floyd the chubs cat!

Welcome to The PAWEDcast season 3 premiere! Dr. Vernaleken & Dr. Renzullo are back from our summer break. Topics they are discussing include:

This episode on The PAWEDcast the doctors take live questions from viewers from our Facebook page: Bulger Veterinary Hospital. We ran a bit long because there were SO many great viewer questions! Thank you! First the doctors quickly talk about a current news story of a service dog. Subscribe to us on Youtube or watch us live every second Wednesday of the month on the Bulger Veterinary Hospital facebook page.    ethosvet.com

On this episode of The PAWEDcast, the doctors sit down with Dr. Hornberger who recently became a Certified Canine Rehabilitation Therapist (CCRT) on top of being a general practice and emergency doctor for Ethos Veterinary Health. They discuss everything from the importance and benefits of rehab and physical therapy in dogs and cats to treating senior patients and giving them a pain free lifestyle. Did you know? Ethos has several Physical Therapy/Sports Medicine/Rehabilitation departments within our hospitals across the nation. We also have 2 locations dedicated solely to physical rehabilitation medicine in the Chicago area; Integrative Pet Care! Learn more at ethosvet.com

On this episode of the PAWEDcast, Dr. Vernaleken and Dr. Renzullo sit down with Michael Keiley, Director of Adoption Centers and Programs at the MSPCA. mspca.org They will be discussing several topics on rescues and shelters, including: what does "no-kill shelter" really mean, and what programs do shelters have for pet owners in need? That and much more on this segment of adoption centers. The doctors also briefly discuss the current Hills food recall.   ................................... You can catch us live doing The PAWEDcast at 11AM eastern, on the second Wednesday of every month on the Bulger Veterinary Hospital Facebook page.

On this episode of the PAWEDcast, Dr. Vernaleken and Dr. Renzullo are trading their stethoscopes for chef hats! They will be trying two homemade pet food recipes and explaining the complexity and difficulty of getting the nutritional needs just right for your pet. Watch the video here! ................................... You can catch us live doing The PAWEDcast at 11AM eastern, on the second Wednesday of every month on the Bulger Veterinary Hospital Facebook page. As always, you can subscribe and listen to us on your favorite podcast app: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-pawedcast/id1342823228?mt=2

Today we will reveal the dog DNA results from our previous show (episode 5) where we tested 4 dogs with several different DNA kits. Check out that video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lGAP8d2COvs&t=8s But first, we sit down with Dr. Mike Corcoran, an exotics specialist. DNA tests we used: Royal Canin Embark Wisdom ................................... You can catch us live doing The PAWEDcast at 11AM eastern, on the second Wednesday of every month on the Bulger Veterinary Hospital Facebook page. Email us your questions! pawedcast@ethosvet.com

Welcome back. This segment is performed out of studio so we can be on the floor with 4 dogs we are going to DNA test. We apologize for the lower audio quality. Also, we know it is difficult to picture what these dogs look like (although the doctors did a great job trying to describe them for you) we welcome you to watch this segment on Youtube to see these pups for yourself. Feel free to make your guesses in the comments on our Youtube Channel.  We are sending these tests out today and will do a BIG reveal during our December show on 12/12.    Hosts: Dr. Krista Vernaleken & Dr. Lindsay Renzullo Runner: Sommer Aweidah Assistant Producer: Rachael Gillis Executive Producer: Lauren Parece   Dogs: Callie, Talulah, Lola, Luka   Special thanks to Royal Canin for donating their kits for this segment. 

On today's episode, Dr. Vernaleken and Dr. Renzullo will sit down with local Pet Lawyer Jeremy Cohen, Esq., from Boston Dog Lawyers to answer legal pet-related questions and what Jeremy does for pet owners. You can watch our episodes live on the second Wednesday of the month on the Bulger Veterinary Hospital Facebook page. Watch all our episodes on our Youtube channel. Thank you to Jeremy from Boston Dog Lawyers for coming on the show!   Hosts: Dr. Krista Vernaleken Dr. Lindsay Renzullo Assistant Producer: Rachael Gillis Executive Producer: Lauren Parece   email questions to: pawedcast@ethosvet.com Ethos Veterinary Health is a sponsor of The PAWEDcast production. www.ethosvet.com  

Welcome back. Today the doctors discuss a current topic that has been in the news around the Northeast: Leptospirosis. What is Lepto? What are the symptoms and treatments? Can humans contract Lepto from our dogs? The doctors also discuss ophthalmic diseases in our 'Under the Scope' segment.   ----more---- You can catch us live doing The PAWEDcast at 11AM eastern, on the second Wednesday of every month on the Bulger Veterinary Hospital Facebook page or on YouTube As always, you can subscribe and listen to us on your favorite podcast app: Subscribe on iTunes Email us your questions! pawedcast@ethosvet.com

Welcome back. On this episode of The PawedCast, the doctors discuss the recent news stories about the canine influenza outbreak, specifically in the northeast region. Is this something pet owners should be concerned about? Is there a vaccine? What are the symptoms and treatments? Also the doctors discuss brachycephalic breeds and specific issues related to their breathing: Pugs, Boxers, Bulldogs, French Bulldogs, and many more. Remember to subscribe to us on iTunes and YouTube!   Our sponsors: Ethos Veterinary Health Ethos is a national network of veterinary hospitals providing specialty and emergency care for pets. Ethos is focused on advanced veterinary medicine, along with providing high-quality, compassionate care that improves the lives of pets and their owners. ethosvet.com Bark of the Town- North Andover, MA Bark of the Town is the best little grooming shop in Massachusetts. Providing grooming care to both cats and dogs, Bark of the Town was voted Best of the North Shore 5 years in a row. andovergrooming.com

Welcome back! In this episode, the doctors discuss beach safety with your dogs, have a conversation about what to do if you think your veterinarian has made a mistake, and tackle a hot topic on grain free diets potentially causing heart failure. ................ You can catch us live doing The PAWEDcast at 11AM eastern, on the second Wednesday of every month. Email us your questions! pawedcast@ethosvet.com

Welcome back to The PAWEDcast! This is the first episode of the new season and new format of our show. We have started a live broadcast that can be seen on our Facebook page, Bulger Veterinary Hospital (second Wednesday of every month, at 11am eastern). A recorded version will still be available on our YouTube page, Ethos Veterinary Health. Please bare with us on this first episode as we had a couple of audio issues with our mics. In this episode, the doctors discuss diabetes symptoms and treatments in pets while taking live Facebook questions from our viewers! The doctors also talk about some common mistakes pet owners can make and they give you tips to avoid them. ethosvet.com   Hosts: Dr. Krista Vernaleken Dr. Lindsay Renzullo   Executive Producer: Lauren Parece

In the season one finale of The PAWEDcast, Drs. Lindsay Renzullo and Krista Vernalekan sit down with Technician Clinical Educator at Ethos Veterinary Health, Patty Pate. Patty discusses the veterinary technician profession, how to get into the industry, education needed, on the job training, different fields to work in, and the educational programs in place at Ethos hospitals.   Email us your questions! pawedcast@ethosvet.com

Both Dr. Vernaleken and Dr. Renzullo have big Vet School reunions coming up. In this episode the doctors discuss how they became veterinarians, the journey, what drove them to the field and why. The second half of the episode ventures into a common concern many pet owners face during the life of their pet- pet weight gain and obesity. The doctors will discuss healthy ways to remove excess weight and the body condition chart that veterinarians score patients. Email us your questions! pawedcast@ethosvet.com  

Welcome back to The PAWEDcast! In this episode, the doctors sit down with two kids to talk about safety when saying 'hello' to a new dog or cat. The doctors show example images of pets in different temperaments and discuss the proper way to introduce yourself to a strange pet. The doctors end this episode discussing rabies, its threat to humans, and what to do if you suspect you or your family has been exposed. Remember to subscribe to us on iTunes and Google Play! The PAWEDcast is now a podcast! Take us with you on the go!

In this latest episode of The PAWEDcast, the Doctors sit down with local grooming shop owner, Patti McCrudden. Patti is the owner of Bark of the Town, a boutique grooming shop in North Andover, MA. Patti discusses everything from grooming certifications and standard cuts, to socialization and what she is doing different at her shop.  In the Under the Scope segment the Doctors discuss marijunana toxicity in pets: symptoms and treatments. .... Bark of the Town is a thriving grooming shop with 4 full-time certified groomers, and 3 bathers/grooming assistants. For more information visit andovergrooming.com or follow them on Facebook and Instagram at @barkofthetown  

Welcome back! In this episode the doctors discuss how to keep your pet from licking at wounds or surgery sites using the cone of shame. They will discuss the many different options for cones and even try them on in the stuido to give you insight into their comfort and effectivness. (Please check out the video of this episode to see the hilarity ensue. Find us on YouTube as Ethos Veterinary Health.) The doctors will also discuss diets and dig through what "grain free" and "meat first" labels really mean. 

In this episode the doctors discuss the cost of veterinary care and the reasons why advanced diganostics are so costly. There are comments made about veterinarians being "in it for the money," Krista and Lindsay will discuss how untrue this is and give you a full look at where your money goes when paying your veterinarian. What are some payment options out there for pet owners and what is all this talk about pet insurance? Also, Dr. Renzullo will present a special case on a rescue dog. This episode's product review is from a local dog toy maker- Doug and Happy homemade dog toys- based out of Quincy, MA.

Introducing a new podcast with veterinarian hosts Dr. Krista Vernaleken and Dr. Lindsay Renzullo.  If you have a question or an idea for a new segment, email us at pawedcast@ethosvet.com  Subscribe!   Members of The PAWEDcast: Dr. Krista Vernalaken, VMD - Show host, General Practice and Emergency veterinarian. Medical Director at Bulger Veterinary Hospital (An Ethos Veterinary Health hospital).  Dr. Lindsay Renzullo, DVM - Show host, General Practice and Emergency veterinarian. Medical Director at Bulger Veterinary Hospital (An Ethos Veterinary Health hospital).  Lauren Parece - Producer, Creative Marketing Specialist at Ethos Veterinary Health

In this episode, the doctors discuss the different types of veterinarians and their specialities: General Practice, Emergency, and Board Certified Specialist veterinarians. What type of schooling is required to be a veterinarian? What about a board-certified specialist? What is a referral hospital? Also on this episode, the doctors discuss different pet foods- myths and truths.

In this episode join Dr. Vernaleken and Dr. Renzullo while they discuss ticks, diseases they can carry, flea & tick prevention and current recommendations, and adopting pets in need. Watch the video on our YouTube Channel: Ethos Veterinary Health

Welcome to The PAWEDcast! On our channel we will discuss a wide range of topics related to the veterinary field and pets. Please feel free to ask the doctors a question, or suggest a topic you would like to hear about- You can email us at pawedcast@ethosvet.com.  In this episode: There are a myriad of recommendations and controversies around vaccines for pets. Dr. Vernalaken and Dr. Renzullo break down these issues in this first episode of The PAWEDcast. Also, in the Breed Species Spotlight, the doctors discuss cats and their veterinary care recommendations.    Members of The PAWEDcast: Dr. Krista Vernalaken, VMD - Show host, General Practice and Emergency veterinarian. Medical Director at Bulger Veterinary Hospital (An Ethos Veterinary Health hospital).  Dr. Lindsay Renzullo, DVM - Show host, General Practice and Emergency veterinarian. Medical Director at Bulger Veterinary Hospital (An Ethos Veterinary Health hospital).  Lauren Parece - Producer, Creative Marketing Specialist at Ethos Veterinary Health