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Welcome to the Veterinary Breakroom! Join Alyssa Watson, DVM, and Beth Molleson, DVM, as they discuss pressing issues impacting the veterinary profession. New World Screwworm is back in the headlines, and it may be closer to home than you realize. In this episode, we sit down with special guest Dr. Jim Budde, Chief Pharmacy Officer at Instinct, to break down what clinicians need to know about this flesh-eating parasite, which drugs are being used to protect pets, and how to counsel clients who are asking questions. Brought to you by Zoetis Resources: https://www.wormsandgermsblog.com/ https://www.cliniciansbrief.com/article/new-world-screwworm-veterinary-guide https://www.avma.org/resources-tools/one-health/veterinarians-and-public-health/new-world-screwworm https://www.aphis.usda.gov/animals/animal-health/livestock-and-poultry-disease/stop-screwworm https://www.fda.gov/animal-veterinary/safety-health/new-world-screwworm-information-veterinarians#Approval https://www.aphis.usda.gov/animals/animal-health/livestock-and-poultry-disease/current-status/us-confirmed-cases-new-world https://www.apoquel.com Contact: [email protected] Where To Find Us: Website: CliniciansBrief.com/Podcasts YouTube: Youtube.com/@clinicians_brief Facebook: Facebook.com/CliniciansBrief LinkedIn: LinkedIn.com/showcase/CliniciansBrief/ Instagram: @Clinicians.Brief X: @CliniciansBrief The Team: Alyssa Watson, DVM - Host Beth Molleson, DVM - Host Alexis Ussery - Producer & Multimedia Specialist Disclaimer: This podcast recording represents the opinions of Dr. Alyssa Watson and Dr. Beth Molleson. Content is presented for discussion purposes and should not be taken as medical advice. No guarantee is given regarding the accuracy of any statements or opinions made on the podcast.

As our understanding of canine osteoarthritis deepens and treatment options continue to expand, there's never been a better opportunity to refine how we approach this disease in practice. In this episode of the Partner Podcast, Dr. Beth invites Dr. Monica Tarantino to explore what's actually happening in the arthritic joint, why inflammation deserves its own place in the treatment conversation, and how she navigates anti-inflammatory options in her senior patients. Sponsored by Elanco Indication Galliprant controls pain and inflammation associated with osteoarthritis in dogs.Important Safety Information For use in dogs only. Keep this and all medications out of reach of children and pets to prevent accidental ingestion or overdose. Galliprant is a non-COX inhibiting NSAID. As a class, NSAIDs may be associated with gastrointestinal, kidney and liver side effects. Evaluation for pre-existing conditions and regular monitoring are recommended. Do not use in dogs that have a hypersensitivity to grapiprant. Concomitant use of Galliprant with other NSAIDs or corticosteroids should be avoided. Concurrent use with other anti-inflammatory drugs or protein-bound drugs has not been studied. The safe use of Galliprant has not been evaluated in dogs younger than 9 months of age and less than 8 lbs (3.6 kg), dogs used for breeding, pregnant or lactating dogs, or dogs with cardiac disease. Owners should be advised to observe for signs of potential drug toxicity. Adverse reactions may include vomiting, diarrhea, decreased appetite, watery or bloody stools, and decreases in serum albumin and total protein. Click here for full prescribing information.  Contact us: [email protected] Where to find us: Website: CliniciansBrief.com/Podcasts YouTube: Youtube.com/@clinicians_brief Facebook: Facebook.com/CliniciansBrief LinkedIn: LinkedIn.com/showcase/CliniciansBrief/ X: @cliniciansbrief Instagram: @clinicians.brief The Team: Beth Molleson, DVM - Host Sarah Pate - Producer & Project Manager, Brief Studio Taylor Argo- Podcast Production & Sound Editing  

In this episode, host Alyssa Watson, DVM, welcomes Thomas K. Day, DVM, MS, DACVAA (Emeritus), DACVECC (Emeritus), CVA, Cert. IVUSS, to discuss his recent Clinician’s Brief article, “Anesthesia for Dental Surgery in a Dog With Myxomatous Mitral Valve Disease.”  With his broad background in anesthesia and critical care, Dr. Day shares a wealth of useful information for handling these challenging anesthetic cases. You will want to keep your notebook close to take notes on everything from drug selection to dosing to even fluid dosing. Resources: https://www.cliniciansbrief.com/article/mmvd-dental-anesthesia-quiz https://www.apoquel.com Contact: [email protected] Where To Find Us: Website: CliniciansBrief.com/Podcasts YouTube: Youtube.com/@clinicians_brief Facebook: Facebook.com/CliniciansBrief LinkedIn: LinkedIn.com/showcase/CliniciansBrief/ Instagram: @Clinicians.Brief X: @CliniciansBrief The Team: Alyssa Watson, DVM - Host Alexis Ussery - Producer & Multimedia Specialist

In this episode, host Alyssa Watson, DVM, welcomes back Ellen M. Lindell, VMD, DACVB, to discuss her recent Clinician’s Brief article, “Beyond Fluoxetine: A Multimodal Approach to Anxiety, Aggression, & Fear in Cats.” Dr. Lindell uses real-life cases to explore why things like house soiling and anxious behaviors occur in our cats. She shares advice on how to ask the right questions to plan environmental and behavioral modifications and when medication should get involved. Resources: https://www.cliniciansbrief.com/article/feline-anxiety-aggression-fluoxetine-quiz https://www.zoetisus.com/petcare/care-is-your-calling/ Contact: [email protected] Where To Find Us: Website: CliniciansBrief.com/Podcasts YouTube: Youtube.com/@clinicians_brief Facebook: Facebook.com/CliniciansBrief LinkedIn: LinkedIn.com/showcase/CliniciansBrief/ Instagram: @Clinicians.Brief X: @CliniciansBrief The Team: Alyssa Watson, DVM - Host Alexis Ussery - Producer & Multimedia Specialist

For a virus this well-known, FeLV still generates a surprising number of questions in daily practice. In this episode of the Clinician’s Brief Partner Podcast, Dr. Richard Ford joins host Dr. Beth to cut through the noise on FeLV and addresses diagnostic missteps, vaccination gaps, and prevention conversations that can still trip up even the most experienced clinicians.  Sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim Contact us: [email protected] Where to find us: Website: CliniciansBrief.com/Podcasts YouTube: Youtube.com/@clinicians_brief Facebook: Facebook.com/CliniciansBrief LinkedIn: LinkedIn.com/showcase/CliniciansBrief/ X: @cliniciansbrief Instagram: @clinicians.brief The Team: Beth Molleson, DVM - Host Sarah Pate - Producer & Project Manager, Brief Studio Taylor Argo- Podcast Production & Sound Editing

Seizures are one of the most emotionally challenging presentations in small animal practice, often leaving veterinarians navigating both urgent medical decisions and distressed owners. In this episode, Dr. Simon Platt joins Dr. Beth to discuss how to approach first-time seizure cases, differentiate idiopathic epilepsy from cases requiring advanced diagnostics, and better support the client experience. Plus, discover where once-daily potassium bromide can fit into long-term seizure control and treatment adherence. This podcast is RACE-approved for 0.5 hours of CE credit. Earn your CE credit here . Sponsored by PRN Pharmacal Resource: https://www.kbrovet.com/ Contact us: [email protected] Where to find us: Website: CliniciansBrief.com/Podcasts YouTube: Youtube.com/@clinicians_brief Facebook: Facebook.com/CliniciansBrief LinkedIn: LinkedIn.com/showcase/CliniciansBrief/ X: @cliniciansbrief Instagram: @clinicians.brief The Team: Beth Molleson, DVM - Host Taylor Argo- Producer, Sound Editing, & Project Manager, Brief Studio

Regenerative medicine is no longer just for specialty centers, but knowing when and how to bring these therapies into general practice can be a different challenge entirely. In this episode of the Clinician's Brief Partner Podcast, Dr. Rohit Malhotra joins Dr. Beth to break down what regenerative medicine actually comprises, which patients stand to benefit most, and what it really takes for a clinic to adopt these therapies successfully. Sponsored by Hilltop Bio Resource: https://hilltopbio.com Contact us: [email protected] Where to find us: Website: CliniciansBrief.com/Podcasts YouTube: Youtube.com/@clinicians_brief Facebook: Facebook.com/CliniciansBrief LinkedIn: LinkedIn.com/showcase/CliniciansBrief/ X: @cliniciansbrief Instagram: @clinicians.brief The Team: Beth Molleson, DVM - Host Sarah Pate - Producer & Project Manager, Brief Studio Taylor Argo- Podcast Production & Sound Editing

In this episode, host Alyssa Watson, DVM, welcomes back Kate Boatright, VMD, to talk about her recent Clinician’s Brief article, “Developing Confidence in Surgical Skills.” Dr. Boatright discusses surgical confidence in general veterinary practice, exploring skill development, client communication, equipment access, and the importance of mentorship. She also shares her insights on maintaining surgical skills, navigating economic and emotional challenges, and fostering collaboration among veterinarians. Resources: https://cliniciansbrief.com/article/building-surgical-confidence-veterinarians https://www.zoetisus.com/petcare/care-is-your-calling/ Contact: [email protected] Where To Find Us: Website: CliniciansBrief.com/Podcasts YouTube: Youtube.com/@clinicians_brief Facebook: Facebook.com/CliniciansBrief LinkedIn: LinkedIn.com/showcase/CliniciansBrief/ Instagram: @Clinicians.Brief X: @CliniciansBrief The Team: Alyssa Watson, DVM - Host Alexis Ussery - Producer & Multimedia Specialist

Diabetic dogs and cats are among the most time-intensive patients to manage in small animal practice—and the owners of these patients often feel that weight, too. Dr. Jocelyn Mott joins this episode of the Clinician's Brief Partner Podcast to share her real-world approach to managing diabetic patients, from navigating that first overwhelming conversation at diagnosis to interpreting continuous glucose monitor data, adjusting insulin doses, and knowing when to refer to a specialist. Sponsored by Adapet Resource: https://www.adapetmedical.com/for-veterinarians/ Contact us: [email protected] Where to find us: Website: CliniciansBrief.com/Podcasts YouTube: Youtube.com/@clinicians_brief Facebook: Facebook.com/CliniciansBrief LinkedIn: LinkedIn.com/showcase/CliniciansBrief/ X: @cliniciansbrief Instagram: @clinicians.brief The Team: Beth Molleson, DVM - Host Sarah Pate - Producer & Project Manager, Brief Studio Taylor Argo- Podcast Production & Sound Editing

Welcome to the Veterinary Breakroom! Join Alyssa Watson, DVM, and Beth Molleson, DVM, as they discuss a case out of Australia—where an owner helped drive development of an mRNA vaccine for their dog’s mast cell disease—that has sparked big questions in the exam room. In this episode, they unpack the implications for clinical practice, client expectations, and how veterinarians can navigate conversations around emerging, highly personalized therapies. Brought to you by Zoetis Resources: https://news.unsw.edu.au/en/meet-the-man-who-designed-a-cancer-vaccine-for-his-dog https://www.zoetisus.com/petcare/care-is-your-calling/ Contact: [email protected] Where To Find Us: Website: CliniciansBrief.com/Podcasts YouTube: Youtube.com/@clinicians_brief Facebook: Facebook.com/CliniciansBrief LinkedIn: LinkedIn.com/showcase/CliniciansBrief/ Instagram: @Clinicians.Brief X: @CliniciansBrief The Team: Alyssa Watson, DVM - Host Beth Molleson, DVM - Host Alexis Ussery - Producer & Multimedia Specialist Disclaimer: This podcast recording represents the opinions of Dr. Alyssa Watson and Dr. Beth Molleson. Content is presented for discussion purposes and should not be taken as medical advice. No guarantee is given regarding the accuracy of any statements or opinions made on the podcast.