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Ted The Vet : Expert Advice and Insightful Tips to Care for your PetsEpisode 8: Why Yearly Fecal Exams Matter for Your PetIn this episode of Ted the Vet, Dr. Ted Burghardt discusses the significance of yearly fecal exams for pets, emphasizing their role in early detection of gastrointestinal parasites and overall pet wellness. He explains the types of parasites that can be found, their transmission, and the importance of proper treatment. The conversation also highlights that fecal exams can reveal other health issues and the necessity of maintaining regular wellness checks for pets.TakeawaysFecal exams are crucial for pet wellness.Early detection of problems reduces morbidity.Gastrointestinal parasites can cause serious health...2025-06-2407 min
Ted The Vet : Expert Advice and Insightful Tips to Care for your PetsEpisode 7: Paws and Policies: Navigating Pet Insurance for Better CareIn this episode of Ted the Vet, Dr. Ted Burghardt discusses the intricacies of pet insurance, including how it differs from human insurance, its value for pet owners, and the rising costs associated with veterinary care. He emphasizes the importance of understanding policy details, the implications of pre-existing conditions, and the potential benefits of new legislation aimed at easing financial burdens for pet owners.TakeawaysPet insurance requires upfront payment and reimbursement submission.It does not cover pre-existing conditions unlike human insurance.Veterinarians recommend pet insurance for better care decisions.Wellness plans...2025-06-0807 min
Ted The Vet : Expert Advice and Insightful Tips to Care for your PetsEpisode 6: Managing Egg Laying in Pet BirdsIn this episode, Dr. Burghardt chats with his associate veterinarian at Companion Pet Care, Dr. Aleks Conseco the reasons behind egg laying in pet birds. Dr. Aleks Conseco is an exotic and small animal veterinarian. She has extensive experience in treating a large variety of animal species; including, but not limited to, dogs, cats, birds, reptiles, rabbits, rodents, ferrets, hedgehogs, pot belly pigs and small ruminants.This topic came up with Dr. Burghardt's family bird, Flutters started laying eggs!The conversation explores various factors influencing egg laying, including sexual maturity, environmental conditions, and human interaction...2025-05-1814 min
Ted The Vet : Expert Advice and Insightful Tips to Care for your PetsEpisode 5: Prevention and Treatment of Rattlesnake BitesIn this episode, Dr. Ted Burghardt discusses rattlesnakes, their habitat, and the risks they pose to pets. He explains the nature of rattlesnake bites, their effects on animals, and the importance of prompt treatment. The episode also covers preventive measures pet owners can take, including rattlesnake aversion training and vaccination options.TakeawaysRattlesnakes are active from April to September in San Diego.They are venomous, injecting venom through hollow fangs.Most bites occur when pets provoke the snake.Swelling and pain are key indicators of a rattlesnake bite.Antivenin...2024-10-2210 min
Ted The Vet : Expert Advice and Insightful Tips to Care for your PetsEpisode 4: Effective Strategies for Flea Prevention with Megan Stoll of Pet Power StudioIn this episode of Ted the Vet podcast, Dr. Ted Burghardt and Megan Stoll, a certified canine nutritionist and the owner of Pet Power Studio, an Encinitas pet studio that carries a limited selection of the highest quality of goods, discuss the challenges of flea prevention and treatment, exploring both holistic and conventional approaches. They emphasize the importance of understanding the flea life cycle, the health risks associated with fleas, and the need for a comprehensive care plan that includes both holistic and veterinary interventions. Megan shares her experiences with holistic treatments and the lessons l...2024-10-0623 min
Ted The Vet : Expert Advice and Insightful Tips to Care for your PetsEpisode 3: Exposing the Risks of Non-Anesthesia Dental CleaningDr. Ted Burghardt discusses the critical importance of dental health for pets, comparing non-anesthesia dental cleanings with those performed under anesthesia. He emphasizes the benefits of anesthesia for thorough cleaning and safety, while also addressing the risks associated with both methods. The conversation highlights the need for regular dental examinations and the role of pet owners in maintaining their pets' dental health.TakeawaysDental health is crucial for pets' longevity.Awake dental cleanings are less effective and riskier.Anesthesia allows for a thorough dental examination.Communication with pet owners is essential during...2024-09-3005 minTed The Vet : Expert Advice and Insightful Tips to Care for your PetsFrench Bulldogs: Important Things to KnowFrench Bulldogs are a popular breed known for their alert appearance and hilarious personalities. However, they also have some unique health issues that potential owners should be aware of. Frenchies have brachycephalic features, such as short nostrils and a long soft palate, which can cause breathing difficulties. They may also have inflamed laryngeal saccules, extra skin folds, and misshapen vertebrae, leading to potential skin infections and back problems. Additionally, French Bulldogs are prone to allergies, and having pet insurance is recommended. Overall, Frenchies make great pets but require special care and attention.Takeaways...2024-08-0307 minTed The Vet : Expert Advice and Insightful Tips to Care for your PetsEpisode 1: Understanding Pet Allergies - A Veterinarian PerspectiveDr. Ted Burghardt, also known as Ted the Vet, shares his experiences as a veterinarian and provides insights into the profession. He discusses allergies in pets, categorizing them into dietary and environmental allergies. He explains the different treatment options for each category, including changing the protein or carbohydrate in the diet and using anti-itch medications. He also mentions immunotherapy as an effective therapy for allergies. Overall, Dr. Ted Burghardt provides a starting point for understanding and addressing pet allergies.00:00Introduction and Background03:06Categorizing Allergies03:28Environmental Allergies04:38Treatment...2024-07-2706 min