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Vet Talk with Royal Canin is a series of podcasts created for veterinarians by veterinarians. The podcast address an array of topics for veterinarians and veterinary clinics. Royal Canin understands that veterinarians often face a unique set of challenges and circumstances, and these podcasts address some of those that occur most commonly. Hear wisdom as well as some advice FROM veterinarians specifically FOR veterinarians.
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Research shows that a business has less turnover and more productivity when they make giving back a priority. And, we have heard time and time again that consumer make decisions on who they do business with based on a company’s purpose. This podcast will address the concept of giving back specific to the veterinary industry and how it can truly make associates feel a part of something greater just by having these opportunities.
Less than half of all cats in the US visit the veterinarian regularly. While it is difficult to transport the pet, another factor is the experience when arriving to the clinic. Hear tips and tricks for making practices more comfortable for cats and their owners, making the transporting process simpler and learn why it is so important to see more cats in your practice.
The future of the veterinary industry begins now. Many veterinarians knew from an early age that they wanted to pursue a career in veterinary medicine. Hear personal stories from current veterinarians about their career paths, learn about current trends in veterinary medicine, and get tips on how current veterinarians and technicians can support aspiring vets/techs.
Referral care is becoming an increasingly common and important part of comprehensive veterinary care for pets. Thoughtful planning is crucial for everyone to have the most seamless experience. This podcast explores best practices in establishing relationships between the referral practices and general practitioners.
The statistics are staggering: male veterinarians are 2.1 times and female veterinarians are 3.5 times more likely to die from suicide than members of the U.S. general population. During this podcast, veterinarians Dr. Kimberly Pope-Robinson and Dr. Laura Pletz discuss finding happiness in veterinary medicine by managing emotional wellbeing, creating a career that is sustainable, and combatting stress.
Consumers are being inundated with current trends and taking non-expert advice on nutrition. Dr. Catherine Lenox and Dr. Lisa Weeth discuss how to help clinics overcome this challenge in order to have educated, scientific but consumer-friendly conversations with the pet owners they see.
Veterinarians Dr. Andy Roark and Dr. Megan Hill talk with moderator, Brenda Andresen, about the ways veterinarians can broach difficult topics with pet owners, including pet obesity.
Let’s talk both feline and canine chronic enteropathy management. As a whole, GI-related cases can put a strain on both veterinary practitioners and pet owners as they work to manage this disease, customize treatment plans, and continue to balance both nutritional and lifestyle factors impacting these pets. However, centering resiliency and persistence within the treatment of chronic enteropathy for both cats and dogs can make a world of difference as veterinarians work to provide a high level of care to these patients.
It’s no secret that veterinary technicians play a crucial role in the landscape of pet care. While technicians continue to specialize in many areas of expertise, a significant and often overlooked opportunity lies within pet nutrition. By empowering veterinary technicians to lead nutritional advice sessions, this can create opportunities for exceptional care that positively impact clinic revenue and technician engagement.The key lies in unleashing the full potential of veterinary technicians through the creation of a dynamic system that efficiently maximizes the capabilities of both veterinarians and technicians. Nutritional advice sessions play a role in the quality care that supports both pet well-being and the overall wellbeing of the veterinary profession.
Veterinary technicians play an integral role within clinics and within the support networks for both pets and pet parents. Their skills are more in demand than ever, as the veterinary industry evolves to support a growing population of cats and dogs seeking care. The future of veterinary technicians can take many forms as each practitioner customizes their own professional development and carve their own path.
Dermatology cases comprise approximately 20 percent or more of a veterinarian’s caseload. It’s not surprising given that dog owners most commonly recognize symptoms related to their pet’s skin. In fact, one in every 10 dogs can be affected by a disease called atopic dermatitis. There is no cure for this disease, and management is lifelong, often involving expensive, daily medications. Our panelists will discuss this issue and how to best counsel their clients through dermatology-related care, including thepositive impact nutrition can have.
Due to the unique technical skills and rigorous occupational demands, veterinarians are particularly suited to benefit from professional mentorship within the industry. Mentorship can serve as a mutually beneficial relationship between colleagues, often leading to additional support within professional development, retention, resiliency, and personal wellness. Cultivating these relationships is a valuable investment for new graduates and practitioners early in their career, as they begin to define their ownbest practices and continue to build their personal networks.
Cats are skilled at hiding health problems, and cat owners may not always recognize when their pet is suffering from a health issue, especially one that impacts their cat’s oral and dental health. Dental disease can significantly impact their wellbeing, along with their ability to eat and get enough nutrients to sustain their overall health. Armed with the knowledge to identify and manage these elusive dental problems, join us as we explore the most common dental challenges encountered in feline practice anddiscuss strategies to support their health.
Cats are notorious for being complex, cryptic patients, and providing them with optimal care requires strategic observation and education for their veterinary providers and caregivers. Feline behavior impacts each animal’s urinary health, alongside other environmental factors and small differences that can differentiate from sickness and wellness. In this podcast episode, we will address the important connection between feline behavior and urinary health as veterinary clinics work to counsel their patients about the intersection of these factors within the lifestyles of their cats.
Sustainability is the future of our industry as we work to create a better world for pets. Sustainable protein sources will continue to play a larger role in the diets of our cats and dogs as we look for sustainable paths to support their nutritional needs. However, veterinarians and petcare professionals have a role to play in consumer education as pet owners re-examine the environmental impact of what’s in their pet’s bowl. Proactive and informed conversations can break down these barriers and hesitancies that exist as the industry works to incorporate these ingredients to deliver a nutritional foundation to pets. The Pet Sustainability Coalition is a major player in partnering with brands and industry leaders to examine their environmental and social practices, making them the perfect thought leaders for this conversation.
The COVID-19 pandemic had a dramatic effect on the veterinary industry and the lives of pets in general. The impact on the health of wellbeing of the cats and dogs we all love has been tremendous, and the way in which we care of them has been transformed. In this two-part podcast, veterinary experts discuss some of the trends they have seen as a result of the pandemic and where they see the veterinary industry heading as we all work to regain some normalcy in our everyday lives.
The COVID-19 pandemic had a dramatic effect on the veterinary industry and the lives of pets in general. The impact on the health of wellbeing of the cats and dogs we all love has been tremendous, and the way in which we care of them has been transformed. In this two-part podcast, veterinary experts discuss some of the trends they have seen as a result of the pandemic and where they see the veterinary industry heading as we all work to regain some normalcy in our everyday lives.
Data has become a buzz word that might even become a catch-all across a variety of industries. But when it comes to veterinary medicine, the power that data from diagnostic tools can provide for a veterinarian and a pet owner can truly make a difference in the preventive health care of cats and dogs. In this podcast, we will address some of the new and not so new diagnostic tools available for veterinary clinics and the impact they can have on the health of the cats and dogs under their care.
There is often talk about making clinics more welcoming of their feline patients, but what REALLY is a cat friendly practice? We decided to straight to the source and ask one of the originators of this popular program that has been showing HUGE benefits for veterinarians, cat owners, and most especially the cats that we care for.
It is often said that veterinarians discover their life calling before their teenage years, as their passion for animals begins early on. But most children believe they will remain practicing veterinarians for their entire careers. On this episode of Vet Talk with Royal Canin, we are joined by two accomplished men whose passion for veterinary medicine has supported their careers, even when they took slightly different paths.
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