Veterinary advice, animal news & views with host, veterinarian, Dr. Roger Welton.

Although spring is a time to revel in increased daylight hours, warmer weather, plants and trees blooming, and better quality of life for people and pets, Dr. Roger discusses dangers that warmer weather months present for dogs and cats.  Some of these dangers may also put human family members at risk.  Tune in and learn how to keep your pets and family safe this warm weather season.  (We are also a listener participation show.  Call in live at 1-877-878-1435.  E-mail comments to comments@web-dvm.net)    

In this must listen episode, Dr. Roger discusses the rise of groomers and others in the animal care industry that offer anesthesia free pet dentistry.  By performing medical procedures without a license to do so, not only are these people in serious violation of the law, but they pose a significant danger to your pets.  Tune in and find out why pet dentistry without anesthesia is virtually not possible when performed correctly, and why such an approach is not only ineffective, but dangerous for your dogs and cats. 

In this final installment of his 3 part series on alternative veterinary medicine, Dr. Roger offers 3 real case examples of how he uses a combination of western and alternative medicine to treat and manage disease, a brand of medicine known as integrative medicine.

Dr. Roger continues his alternative veterinary medicine series in this episode, where he discusses how various alternative medical modalities he includes as part of his every day practice actually work to combat disease.

Dr. Roger kicks off the 2013 discussing alternative veterinary medicine - Chinese herbal medicine, acupuncture, therapy laser, nutritional therapy, nutraceutical therapy - in contrast with traditional western veterinary medicine. Learn the pros and cons of each and why doctors of ALL species should be practicing both modalities to manage disease and optimize wellness. Part 1 of a 3 part series.  Dr. Roger will be broadcasting live and welcomes live calls/comments during the show.  Listeners may also submit e-mail questions or comments by e-mail at comments@web-dvm.net.     

Dr. Roger comes to you for the last episode of 2012, where he will review his top 10 most important resolutions he would like to see pet owners strive for with regard to their pets.  Based on his experiences and lessons learned this year, he offers these best tips for ringing in the new year with the best intentions for your furry family this year.  Happy Holidays and Happy New Year, from all of us at Veterinary Advice, Animal News and Views!

Dr. Roger completes his pet nutrition/dietary series by discussing the new strategy in pet feeding geared around nutritionally preventing the most common ailments of dogs and cats. 

Tonight Dr. Roger shares his top ten gifts you SHOULD NOT buy pet owners for their furry family members this holiday season.  Whether unsafe, annoying, or downright dangerous, be forewarned of these pet gift no-nos by tuning in. There are two e-mail comments to be addressed this evening, and keep in mind that Dr. Roger is now taking live calls.

Cornphobia is a term veterinarians have coined to describe the fear of corn based ingredients in pet foods currently gripping a significant percentage of pet owners.  It is defined as follows (by Dr. Roger): The general fear among certain pet owners that the feeding of corn as an integral component to most pet foods is the root of most diseases in dogs and cats.  This assertion in most cases comes, not from a veterinarian, but from correspondence with groomers, breeders, and "homeopathic" gurus either in person or, most commonly, through internet forums.  This notion often takes precedence in the minds of affected pet owners to the opinion of licensed veterinarians, even in circumstances where disease specific nutrition is medically necessary to maintain the health and quality of life of a patient, and stated prescription diet is shunned or even dismissed because it contains corn. Tonight, Dr. Roger will discuss the origins of cornphobia, whether or not it has any medical relevance, and how it may pertain to your pet.  As always, feel free to call in live or comment my e-mail at comments@web-dvm.net.

Every holiday season, the veterinary profession sees a significant statistical spike in cases of this potentially deadly disease.  Tune in tonight to find out why this is, and what you can do to prevent your pet from from being in danger.  We also have one e-mail question to address live on the air, and with our new live format, we will be taking live calls as well.  Please direct all e-mail comments/questions to be addressed live on the air to: comments@web-dvm.net.

Tonight, in honor of last week's Veterinary Technician Week, Dr. Roger showcases the veterinary technician, an integral member of the veterinary medical team.  Similar to a human RN, veterinary technicians stand unique in their skill set necessarily enabling them to navigate through multiple areas of medicine at once, from internal medicine, surgery, and radiology, to dentistry and rebabilitation.  Be sure to tune in to learn more about this very special branch of veterinary medicine.   We will be live, so feel free to call in questions or comments, as well as submit questions/comments by e-mail to: comments@web-dvm.net.  If you prefer to enjoy the show by video, please be advised that in addition to the podcast, we are nowtreaming live video at our blog at:  http://webdvm.blogspot.com . 

Dr. Roger covers a very important topic regarding our feline companions that involves some fact, some sensationalism, and some outright superstition.  With Halloween around the corner, we do not care to elaborate further, but instead invite the listeners to tune in to find out what this episode is all about. As always, listener questions will be addressed, but Dr. Roger will be returning live to you this episode with the additional option of live video streaming of this program at; http://webdvm.blogspot.com.  Going live, Dr. Roger will once again be taking live calls, but listeners, continue to feel free to e-mail questions/comments to be addressed on the air to comments@web-dvm.net. 

Tonight,  Dr. Roger will be discussing ongoing problems with the ever favorite jerky type meat treats available for dogs. Despite their pupoluarity, since 2007, they continue to be linked to serious pet illness and even cases of death. I also will be announcing my return to live podcasting with a new twist, so please be certain to tune in and find out what exciting new changes are in store for this new season's shows.  There are also 2 listener e-mail questions that Dr. Roger will be addressing this evening.  Please submit your question/comments to be addressed live by e-mailing them to comments@web-dvm.net. 

This episode Dr. Roger warns of the danger of self treating one's pets.  Inspired by a recent case in his clinic of a gravely ill dog whose illness was the direct result of her owner having self treated her with an over the counter medication, Dr. Roger endeavors in this episode to spread the word against this practice.  Hoping to prevent future tragedies like this, Dr. Roger warns of this and other common examples of self treating gone terribly bad.   

Nutrition plays such an important role in the health of our pets, but far too many people give little thought to which brand or type of food they pick up at the grocery store. Is there a difference in pet foods? Are there ways for consumers to look for a better brand of food? Thankfully, Dr. Roger dedicates this episode to finding the right diet for your pets! Dr. Roger will also be addressing one listener e-mail tonight, as you are all reminded to feel free to send in your questions/comments, to comments@web-dvm.net.