Speaking of Pets

Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode!Speaking of Pets episode 137 featuring guest Dr. Iveta Becvarova!Dr. Iveta Becvarova DVM MS DACVIM (nutrition) is the former Senior Director of Global Academic and Professional Affairs at Hill's Pet Nutrition with 20 years of experience in pet nutrition. Adjunct professor at Kansas State College of Veterinary Medicine. Formerly professor at Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine. DVM from University of Veterinary and Pharmaceutical Sciences at Brno, Czech Republic. Past president of ACVN-American College of Veterinary Nutrition.In this episode, Dr. Becvarova discusses with the girls her research on nutritional needs of cats with cancer, the development of a specialized diet, and practical tips for pet owners managing feline cancer. Learn how tailored nutrition can support quality of life and treatment outcomes.Key Topics:Nutritional needs of cats with cancerDevelopment of a specialized feline diet for oncology patientsChallenges in feeding cats with illnessStudy design and parameters for nutritional researchPalatability and acceptance of therapeutic dietsMonitoring nutritional status in catsRole of inflammation and cytokines in cancer cachexiaImportance of gradual diet transition in catsOwner perceptions and experiences with therapeutic dietsFuture directions in veterinary nutrition research--As a veterinarian and accomplished musher, Dr. Tim Hunt understood his dogs’ need for a food that promoted stamina, endurance and performance through proper digestion; a food that just made them feel good. Dr. Tim’s focus has since expanded from his original backyard setup to bring an honest, nutritionally sound food – sourced only from the highest quality ingredients – to every dog. Visit https://drtims.com/ to order today!--Speaking of Pets is owned by SLA Video Productions. Do not reproduce without written consent.

Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode!Speaking of Pets episode 136 featuring Dr. Natasha Olby!In this episode, Dr. Natasha Olby shares insights into veterinary geriatric medicine, cognitive aging in dogs, and emerging research on aging processes. Discover how veterinary students are being prepared to better care for aging pets and the latest tools for assessing cognitive decline.Natasha Olby gained her veterinary degree from Cambridge University in the UK in 1991, and after a brief period spent in mixed general practice, returned to Cambridge to complete a PhD in spinal cord injury and a surgical training.Following completion of her PhD and a post doctoral position, also focused on spinal cord injury, she moved to North Carolina State University to do a neurology/neurosurgery residency and she has stayed at NCSU as a faculty member since then.Dr. Olby is the 2014 recipient of the Faculty Achievement Award from the American Association of VeterinaryClinicians. The award is presented to an AAVC member who has achieved national recognition in academic or institutional practice, teaching, research, or in another endeavor that advances veterinary medicine.In 2017, Dr. Olby was awarded the Dr. Kady M. Gjessing and Rahna M. Davidson Distinguished Chair in Gerontology. Read more here.She is the author or co-author of more than 100 scientific publications, is the co-editor of both the British Small Animal Veterinary Association (BSAVA) Manual of Canine and Feline Neurology, and Advances in Veterinary Neurology, 2014. Vet Clinics of North America. Additionally, Dr. Olby authors book chapters in a variety of veterinary textbooks and manuals.Natasha Olby is a professor of veterinary neurology and neurosurgery. She is board certified in the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine Neurology Specialty and is a past president of the organization (2008-2011).--As a veterinarian and accomplished musher, Dr. Tim Hunt understood his dogs’ need for a food that promoted stamina, endurance and performance through proper digestion; a food that just made them feel good. Dr. Tim’s focus has since expanded from his original backyard setup to bring an honest, nutritionally sound food – sourced only from the highest quality ingredients – to every dog. Visit https://drtims.com/ to order today!--Speaking of Pets is owned by SLA Video Productions. Do not reproduce without written consent.

Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode!Speaking of Pets episode 135 featuring Dr. Craig Clifford!In this episode, Dr. Craig Clifford discusses the latest advancements in veterinary cancer diagnostics, including blood tests for early detection, and explores environmental factors influencing pet cancer risk. A must-listen for pet owners and vets alike.Dr. Craig Clifford has been a medical oncologist since 2003 and currently runs all oncology-based clinical trials at BluePearl Malvern. He is active in clinical research and serves as an advisory board member with industry and non-profit foundations. He has authored/co-authored over 70 papers and book chapters and frequently lectures at major veterinary meetings in the USA and abroad. Dr. Clifford is a member of the Mars Veterinary Oncology Advisory Board and the Oncology Pathology Working Group, has served on many VCS and American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (ACVIM) committees and was an Examiner for the Australian Scientist’s Oncology Specialty Exam.--As a veterinarian and accomplished musher, Dr. Tim Hunt understood his dogs’ need for a food that promoted stamina, endurance and performance through proper digestion; a food that just made them feel good. Dr. Tim’s focus has since expanded from his original backyard setup to bring an honest, nutritionally sound food – sourced only from the highest quality ingredients – to every dog. Visit https://drtims.com/ to order today!--Speaking of Pets is owned by SLA Video Productions. Do not reproduce without written consent.

Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode!Speaking of Pets episode 134 featuring Dr. Brian Peters!In this episode, veterinarian Dr. Brian Peters shares insights on pet health, physical exams, and how owners can better observe and communicate with their vets. Discover practical tips for pet wellness and the importance of proactive veterinary care. In this episode, Dr. Brian Peters shares insights from his extensive experience caring for pets and humans, highlighting the lessons animals teach us about life, loyalty, and empathy. Discover fascinating breed-specific health issues and hear stories that showcase the deep bond between pets and their owners.--As a veterinarian and accomplished musher, Dr. Tim Hunt understood his dogs’ need for a food that promoted stamina, endurance and performance through proper digestion; a food that just made them feel good. Dr. Tim’s focus has since expanded from his original backyard setup to bring an honest, nutritionally sound food – sourced only from the highest quality ingredients – to every dog. Visit https://drtims.com/ to order today!--Your Northeast Ohio animal newspaper connection is the Country Critter Journal. With distribution in Geauga, Lake, and Ashtabula counties you'll have to pick one up wherever you find magazines. Can't stop in to pick up your copy? No worries! View the publication online at https://neoccj.comSpeaking of Pets is owned by SLA Video Productions. Do not reproduce without written consent.

Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode!Speaking of Pets with guest Dr. Lindsay Starkey!Dr. Starkey earned her bachelor’s degree in animal science from the University of Arkansas and her DVM and PhD degrees at Oklahoma State University, where her graduate research focused on vector-borne infections. She completed her residency training through the National Center for Veterinary Parasitology at Oklahoma State University. Dr. Starkey recently rejoined Oklahoma State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine as an associate professor after several years at Auburn University. She is a diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Microbiology with a subspecialty in parasitology. She is involved in various research projects involving vectors, vector-borne pathogens, and diagnostic parasitology. She also teaches parasitology to veterinary students and has received 2 teaching awards, most recently the Zoetis Distinguished Teacher Award. She currently serves as a board member for the National Center for Veterinary Parasitology and the American Heartworm Society.Flea, tick, and heartworm prevention isn’t just for summer. In this episode, Dr. Lindsay Starkey, veterinarian Dr. Alice Jeromin, and Janet Novotny King discuss why pets can still be exposed to parasites throughout the year—and what owners can do to help protect them.They challenge common assumptions, including that the first frost gets rid of fleas and that removing a tick is all you need to do. The conversation explores how heartworms, fleas, and ticks survive changing temperatures, why flea infestations can persist in the home, and how different preventives offer different kinds of protection.You’ll also hear what to consider when choosing a preventive, why a missed dose may matter, and what to do if you find a tick on your pet—including why saving it may be useful. The guests discuss counterfeit products, heartworm testing for rescue dogs, and how a pet’s lifestyle and local parasite risks can affect prevention choices.Whether you live with a dog, cat, or both, this episode offers practical information to help you have a more informed conversation with your veterinarian about year-round parasite protection.Key topics:Year-round flea, tick, and heartworm preventionCommon misconceptions about parasite control in winterTick behavior and how they find hostsThe importance of testing ticks for diseasesChoosing the right parasite prevention productsThe impact of climate and seasons on parasite activityThe process of tick testing and what it revealsRisks of counterfeit pet medications--As a veterinarian and accomplished musher, Dr. Tim Hunt understood his dogs’ need for a food that promoted stamina, endurance and performance through proper digestion; a food that just made them feel good. Dr. Tim’s focus has since expanded from his original backyard setup to bring an honest, nutritionally sound food – sourced only from the highest quality ingredients – to every dog. Visit https://drtims.com/ to order today!--Your Northeast Ohio animal newspaper connection is the Country Critter Journal. With distribution in Geauga, Lake, and Ashtabula counties you'll have to pick one up wherever you find magazines. Can't stop in to pick up your copy? No worries! View the publication online at https://neoccj.comSpeaking of Pets is owned by SLA Video Productions. Do not reproduce without written consent.