The Space Coast Pet Podcast

Whether legal in one's state or not, Americans love our time honored tradition of blowing off fireworks every July 4th.  Unfortunately for some dogs, July 4th (and New Year's Eve in my home state of Florida) can take a serious mental toll on them and triggere serious anxiety.  Levels of sound anxiety vary in dogs from mild to being so severe that it even manifests in physical signs of disease, for example, stress colitis.  In this episode, Dr. Roger updates his favorite strategies for helping dogs that suffer from sound triggere triggered anxiety to help his listeners best provide comfort for their dogs this July 4th. Dr. Roger Welton is a practicing veterinarian and media personality, CEO/attending veterinarian at Premier Veterinary Care , and author of the top selling book, The Man In The White Coat.  Dr. Roger selects listener emails to be addressed on the air, so if interested in having your voice heard on the podcast, email comments or questions to comments@web-dvm.net.  For more content from Dr. Roger visit his blog at Web-DVM.net and you can also follow his public Facebook profile by friend requesting "Roger Welton DVM".

In his most emotional podcast to date, Dr. Roger opens up about his recent unexpected loss of his beloved 5-year-old Labrador Retriever, Stella.  He recounts how she went from a perfectly healthy dog to losing her just 12 hours later in order to passs along the invaluable - albaeit painful - lessons he learned has a veterinarian, as a pet parent, and important lessons he feels compelled to pass along to as many pet parents as he can get to listen. If there was ever a must listen episode of the Space Coast Pet Podcast, this is it.  Dr. Roger implores you to tune in so that his listeners may learn from his loss and prevent the same from happening to their owner pets.  Dr. Roger Welton is a practicing veterinarian and media personality, CEO/attending veterinarian at Premier Veterinary Care , and author of the top selling book, The Man In The White Coat.  Dr. Roger selects listener emails to be addressed on the air, so if interested in having your voice heard on the podcast, email comments or questions to comments@web-dvm.net.  For more content from Dr. Roger visit his blog at Web-DVM.net and you can also follow his public Facebook profile by friend requesting "Roger Welton DVM".   

Dr. Roger has recently been asked by several of his veterinary clinic clients his thoughts on a Dog Naturally Magazine dismissing the necessaity for the administration of heartworm, flea and tick preventatives in favor of natural alternatives and creative diagnostics the author deems effective.  Dr. Roger delves into the article and reacts to each point in order to objectively set the record straight in this increasingly prevalent topic.  Dr. Roger Welton is a practicing veterinarian and media personality, CEO/attending veterinarian at Premier Veterinary Care , and author of the top selling book, The Man In The White Coat.  Dr. Roger selects listener emails to be addressed on the air, so if interested in having your voice heard on the podcast, email comments or questions to comments@web-dvm.net.  For more content from Dr. Roger visit his blog at Web-DVM.net and you can also follow his public Facebook profile by friend requesting "Roger Welton DVM". 

When adopted by dog owners that understand the breed, what unique training they require, and are prepared to put in the leadership, time and energy these breeds require, they can be wonderful dogs.  Dr. Roger has unfortunately observed all too often that people purchase working dog breeds for the wrong reasons and are grossly unprepared to deal with them...which leads to bas consequences for the owner, the dog, and the veterinary health professionals that have to work with the dog. Dr. Roger Welton is a practicing veterinarian and media personality, CEO/attending veterinarian at Premier Veterinary Care , and author of the top selling book, The Man In The White Coat.  Dr. Roger selects listener emails to be addressed on the air, so if interested in having your voice heard on the podcast, email comments or questions to comments@web-dvm.net.  For more content from Dr. Roger visit his blog at Web-DVM.net and you can also follow his public Facebook profile by friend requesting "Roger Welton DVM". 

Parasite infections in pets are on the rise, including emerging resistant parasite variations.  In this episode, Dr. Roger discusses these parasite threats to your pets, why they are on the rise, and how best to protect your pet and human family from their consequences.   Dr. Roger Welton is a practicing veterinarian and media personality, CEO/attending veterinarian at Premier Veterinary Care , and author of the top selling book, The Man In The White Coat.  Dr. Roger selects listener emails to be addressed on the air, so if interested in having your voice heard on the podcast, email comments or questions to comments@web-dvm.net.  For more content from Dr. Roger visit his blog at Web-DVM.net and you can also follow his public Facebook profile by friend requesting "Roger Welton DVM".

Anxiety is a common health concern in dogs and cats and seems to be on the rise.  Dr. Roger dedicates this episode to the treatment of various forms of chronic anxiety in dogs and cats.  From proven natural and nutritional management, to safe and proven treatment with medication, Dr. Roger details all of his recommended approaches to minimizing anxiety in dogs and cats and enhancing their quality of life. Dr. Roger Welton is a practicing veterinarian and media personality, CEO/attending veterinarian at Premier Veterinary Care , and author of the top selling book, The Man In The White Coat.  Dr. Roger selects listener emails to be addressed on the air, so if interested in having your voice heard on the podcast, email comments or questions to comments@web-dvm.net.  For more content from Dr. Roger visit his blog at Web-DVM.net and you can also follow his public Facebook profile by friend requesting "Roger Welton DVM". Link from episode (Corgi getting his teeth brushed): https://www.instagram.com/reel/CjE3OX6gOb6/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y%3D

February is National Pet Dental Health Month, and Dr. Roger highlights the importance of maintaining health teeth and gums in dogs and cats.  Dental disease in pets is far more than just bad breath.  The presence of chronic dental disease compromises the immune system, predisposes the pet to oral and other cancers, and can directly assault and compromise the heart, liver and kidneys.  Dr. Roger focuses this episode on a recent 2021 study that does not just prove the increased incidence of kidney failure in dogs and cats living with chronic dental disease, but actually quantifies the increased statistical risk.   Dr. Roger Welton is a practicing veterinarian and media personality, CEO/attending veterinarian at Premier Veterinary Care , and author of the top selling book, The Man In The White Coat.  Dr. Roger selects listener emails to be addressed on the air, so if interested in having your voice heard on the podcast, email comments or questions to comments@web-dvm.net.  For more content from Dr. Roger visit his blog at Web-DVM.net and you can also follow his public Facebook profile by friend requesting "Roger Welton DVM".

In his yearly Top New Year Pet Resolutions episode, Dr. Roger reflects on his experiences of the previous year and proposes a wish list for pet owners to consider for the coming new year as it pertains to their pets.  Tune in and listen to what is commonly one of teh most popular episodes of the year! Dr. Roger Welton is a practicing veterinarian and media personality, CEO/attending veterinarian at Premier Veterinary Care , and author of the top selling book, The Man In The White Coat.  Dr. Roger selects listener emails to be addressed on the air, so if interested in having your voice heard on the podcast, email comments or questions to comments@web-dvm.net.  For more content from Dr. Roger visit his blog at Web-DVM.net and you can also follow his public Facebook profile by friend requesting "Roger Welton DVM".

The holiday season is usually the most wonderful time of the year, but it also presents health hazards for our pets.  In thie episode, Dr. Roger highlights health accidents that commonly occur with dogs and cats during the holiday season.  Be certain to tune in to assure that you spend the holidays at home with your loved ones instead of an animal hospital emergency room. Dr. Roger Welton is a practicing veterinarian and media personality, CEO/attending veterinarian at Premier Veterinary Care , and author of the top selling book, The Man In The White Coat.  Dr. Roger selects listener emails to be addressed on the air, so if interested in having your voice heard on the podcast, email comments or questions to comments@web-dvm.net.  For more content from Dr. Roger visit his blog at Web-DVM.net and you can also follow his public Facebook profile by friend requesting "Roger Welton DVM".  

Dr. Roger and veterinarians nationwide are seeing alarmingly high numbers canine respiratory infection cases that are particularly virulent and leading to bronchitis and pneumonia.  Most troublingly, many cases are not dogs at the highest risk (geriatric, frequently groomed, boarded, etc.) or even having had recent contact with any dogs outside of the home.  Tune in to learn in to learn about this current outbreak and how to protect your dogs.      Dr. Roger Welton is a practicing veterinarian and media personality, owner of two veterinary clinics located in the Florida Space Coast (Premier Veterinary Care and Maybeck Animal Hospital), and author of the top selling book, The Man In The White Coat.  Dr. Roger selects listener emails to be addressed on the air, so if interested in having your voice heard on the podcast, email comments or questions to comments@web-dvm.net.  For more content from Dr. Roger visit his blog at Web-DVM.net and you can also follow his public Facebook profile by friend requesting "Roger Welton DVM". 

In the market for adopting a new pet, it can be so alluring to stare into the innocent and adorable eyes of a puppy or kitten and choose to take them home as your new companion.  But...fresh off adopting a 1 plus year old dog who he is already in love with, Dr. Roger makes the case for the many benefits of adopting an adult pet over puppies and kittens.  Tune in to find out the many pros of adopting an adult pet!   Dr. Roger Welton is a practicing veterinarian and media personality, owner of two veterinary clinics located in the Florida Space Coast (Premier Veterinary Care and Maybeck Animal Hospital), and author of the top selling book, The Man In The White Coat.  Dr. Roger selects listener emails to be addressed on the air, so if interested in having your voice heard on the podcast, email comments or questions to comments@web-dvm.net.  For more content from Dr. Roger visit his blog at Web-DVM.net and you can also follow his public Facebook profile by friend requesting "Roger Welton DVM".     

Dr. Roger and the rest of the veterinary industry are seeing an alarming all time high case load of skin allergy cases in dogs and the trend seems to be increasing year over year.  In his 20 year career, Dr. Roger is seeing more skin allergy cases than ever before, with skin allergies becoming one of the most common chronic diseases in dogs.  In this episode, Dr. Roger explains the reasons for this steady increase in skin allergy in dogs and the safest and most effective ways to manage them. Dr. Roger Welton is a practicing veterinarian and media personality, owner of two veterinary clinics located in the Florida Space Coast (Premier Veterinary Care and Maybeck Animal Hospital), and author of the top selling book, The Man In The White Coat.  Dr. Roger selects listener emails to be addressed on the air, so if interested in having your voice heard on the podcast, email comments or questions to comments@web-dvm.net.  For more content from Dr. Roger visit his blog at Web-DVM.net and you can also follow his public Facebook profile by friend requesting "Roger Welton DVM".

Hurricane Ian is heading straight from its landfall site directly to the Florida Space Coast with the eye forecasted to arrive at Dr. Roger's normal broadcast time tomorrow at 8 AM (Thursday 9/29/2022).  Provided power remains, Dr. Roger will be broadcasting live in the midst of the storm as it crosses into the Florida Space Coast, about the importance of an emergency preparedness plan for your pets.  Dr. Roger provides an item by item checklist of the most important items that are essential elements of an emergency pet preparedness plan. Dr. Roger Welton is a practicing veterinarian and media personality, owner of two veterinary clinics located in the Florida Space Coast (Premier Veterinary Care and Maybeck Animal Hospital), and author of the top selling book, The Man In The White Coat.  Dr. Roger selects listener emails to be addressed on the air, so if interested in having your voice heard on the podcast, email comments or questions to comments@web-dvm.net.  For more content from Dr. Roger visit his blog at Web-DVM.net and you can also follow his public Facebook profile by friend requesting "Roger Welton DVM".  

That vast majority of dog breeders do not breed responsibly, ethically, or even in accordance with minimum standards of rearing or even state law. Their unethical and even inhumane actions lead to health conditions that comprise a large percentage veterinary sick visits and emotional and financial stress to families that purchase their puppies.  In this episode, Dr. Roger discusses red flag behaviors that clearly identify an unethical breeder, and resources to help prospective dog owners seek out reputable, ethical breeders.  Good breeders may be rare but they do exist if one knows where to look and the right quesitons to ask.   Dr. Roger Welton is a practicing veterinarian and media personality, owner of two veterinary clinics located in the Florida Space Coast (Premier Veterinary Care and Maybeck Animal Hospital), and author of the top selling book, The Man In The White Coat.  Dr. Roger selects listener emails to be addressed on the air, so if interested in having your voice heard on the podcast, email comments or questions to comments@web-dvm.net.  For more content from Dr. Roger visit his blog at Web-DVM.net and you can also follow his public Facebook profile by friend requesting "Roger Welton DVM".

CBD oil has become the over the counter rage for pet owners' attempts to manage diseases and anxiety in pets.  The questions are: Does it really work?  Are there real health management applications for anxiety and certain disease in dogs and cats?  Tune in and find out everything you need to know about CBD oil and its use and efficacy in pets. Dr. Roger Welton is a practicing veterinarian and media personality, owner of two veterinary clinics located in the Florida Space Coast, and author of the top selling book, The Man In The White Coat.  Dr. Roger selects listener emails to be addressed on the air, so if interested in having your voice heard on the podcast, email comments or questions to comments@web-dvm.net.  For more content from Dr. Roger visit his blogs at Web-DVM.net and you can also follow his public Facebook profile by friend requesting "Roger Welton DVM".