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Bark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkGet political on animal issues. Voting tips with Shelby Bobosky from Texas Humane Legislation NetworkYou're listening to Bark and Wag's 15 Minute Vet Talk. Each week your host Polly Requa interviews veterinarians and individuals in the pet industry from across the nation answering pet questions. Bark and Wag podcast is produced weekly for your enjoyment and show notes can be found at barkandwag. com under the podcast tab. That's B A R K N W A G. com. Please remember to subscribe to Bark and Wag 15 Minute Vet Talk. Thank you for listening to Bark and Wag 15 minute vet talk. Bark and Wag is dedicated to protecting our dogs through advocacy, education, a...
2024-10-2824 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkProtect your dogs from Ticks this Memorial Day weekend! All about ticks.Welcome to Bark & Wag 15 Minute Vet Talk – I am your host Polly ReQua. Today we are talking to Dr. Laura Brown, a Veterinarian and owner of Green Tree Animal Hospital in Libertyville, IL as we discuss Ticks. Yuck! They are out there and what can we do to protect our dogs? Dr. Brown, thank you for taking the time to talk about ticks with our dogs. Welcome and please let us know more about these gross insects? TICKS Ectoparasites are organisms that live on the outside of an animal. Ticks are fai...
2023-05-2814 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkSigns of heatstroke with your petYou are listening to Bark & Wag 15 Minute Vet Talk and I am your host Polly ReQua. Today we are talking with Dr. Susan McMillan, owner of Vet to Pet Mobile Veterinary Service in Burlington, Vermont about signs of heatstroke. Heatstroke occurs when normal body mechanisms cannot keep the body's temperature in a safe range. Animals do not have efficient cooling systems (like humans who sweat) and get overheated easily. A dog with moderate heatstroke (body temperature from 104º to 106ºF) can recover within an hour if given prompt first aid and veterinary care (normal body temperature is 100-102.5°F...
2021-06-1400 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkWhat webinars are Cindy Myers, Energy Healer & Animal Intuitive, hosting during the month of September?Cindy Myers Ambassador to Animals, Humans and Spirit I’ve always been a good listener. However, twenty years ago, I would have found it hilarious if you told me that I’d be working as an intuitive energy healer while living on an alpaca farm! But, here I am with a herd of 24 alpacas, 3 dogs and 3 cats working as a Medical Intuitive! I believe that the sum of our life experiences can lead us to our true calling in life. There are many paths to finding our way to our authentic selves. It took many year...
2020-08-3106 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkCristi Eckert, owner of Natural Pet Wellness, gives tips on dealing with grief of a pet during an illness and after with Essential Oils and ReikiCristi Eckert, owner of Natural Pet Wellness, would love to talk to you about Essential Oils and Reiki. About Natural Pet Wellness Animals have been part of my entire life. As a kid, I would sneak in the neighborhood cat in through my window, pet any dog I came across, and walk dogs for neighbors. Not much has changed as an adult! I still pet every dog I see, all my animals live in the house and I talk to strangers about my love of all animals. As I got older, I worked at shelters...
2020-08-2415 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkTips on making your dog a social media super star with Phil HiltonHow to Win on Social Media: A Step-by-Step Guide for Local Businesses. Social media is huge for brand awareness, gaining new customers, and making sales. What if you had the definitive guide created by renowned social media guru Dennis Yu? Now you do. Get this guide to learn the step-by-step strategy used by digital marketing maven Dennis Yu as he works with some of the biggest brands out there. He has consolidated the lessons learned through his experience to create a winning formula for local businesses. This is the formula we use t...
2020-08-1713 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkFirst Aid for dogs discussion with Dr. Laura Brown. What you need to know and have in your home. First Aid for Dogs By Ryan Llera, BSc, DVM; Ernest Ward, DVM Emergency Situations, Pet Services Emergencies come in all forms; automobile accidents, bite wounds, burns, heatstroke, poisoning, seizures, and more. For a general overview of what constitutes an emergency, and how to handle common crisis situations, see handout “Emergencies in Dogs”. What is first aid? First aid is initial treatment given in a medical emergency. Its purpose is to: preserve life reduce pain and discomfort minimize any risk of permanent disability or disfigurement In an emergency, what should...
2020-08-0307 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkWhat is Energy Therapy with Reiki Master, Cristi Eckert, Owner of Natural Pet WellnessCristi Eckert is available for appointments. Please visit https://www.naturalpetwellnessco.com/services Two modalities of energy healing are available. Reiki for people and Healing Touch for Animals (HTA). Why would your pet need energetic medicine? Reduce stress and anxiety Ease emotional trauma and abuse issues Relieve pain Communicate and strengthen desired behaviors Support end-of-life process or euthanasia Provide a solid energetic foundation for a healthy immune system Support overall health and wellness HTA is perfect to pair with tr...
2020-07-2022 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkWhat is a Veterinarian Specialist with Dr. Kathy SennelloDr. Kathy Sennello obtained her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from the University of Illinois Champaign-Urbana. She spent 3 years in private general practice outside of Chicago before returning to the University of Illinois for an internship in small animal medicine and surgery. Following her internship she moved on to a three-year residency and masters degree in small animal internal medicine at Virginia-Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine. Dr. Sennello has been in private specialty practice for the last 8 years and has special interests in gastro-intestinal diseases and endocrinology. Thank you Dr. Sennello. Veterinary Specialty Care - SC
2020-07-1317 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkKeeping your pet safe during the 4th of July with Dr. Laura BrownSafety during July 4 celebrations: Leave your pets at home when you go to parties, fireworks displays, parades and other gatherings. Loud fireworks, unfamiliar places and crowds can all be very frightening to pets, and there’s great risk of pets becoming spooked and running away. Consider putting your pets in a safe, escape-proof room or crate during parties and fireworks. Keep horses and livestock in safely fenced areas and as far from the excitement and noise as possible. If you’re hosting guests, ask them to help keep an eye on your pets to make sure they don’t escape. P...
2020-07-0410 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkCindy Myers, Animal Listener and Intuitive, is hosting an Independence of Fear webinar tonight to help your pets!Visit https://yourenergyhealer.com/webinars/ to sign up for the webinar!
2020-07-0107 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkHow to take a great photo of your dog with Alisa Messeroff, owner of Alisa Messeroff Photography in Breckenridge, ColoradoMeet Alisa. I’m constantly planning my next adventure. A few years ago, after visiting a friend in the U.S. Virgin Islands, I got bit with the travel bug. It was shortly after getting back home to NY, that I’d convinced my hubby to sell all our stuff, quit our corporate jobs and move to St. John, USVI. Friends and family thought we were crazy. Maybe we were. But, it’s the best kind of crazy there is. Crazy FREE! We explored island life for a year, then we went on to travel around Fiji, Austra...
2020-06-2907 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkWhat is a herbalist grower? Meet Sarah a Horticulturist from CaliforniaBark & Wag is in the CBD business. It is very important to work with a herbalist grower to make the sure the product does not have pesticides. For more questions please contact Sarah at sjmarr707@gmail.com. Here is an article about Herb Farms. Many people are drawn to herbalism, not only because plants are natural or contain healing qualities, but also because being an herbalist can bring you closer to the Earth. It’s not unusual to see herbalists with dirt under their fingernails who never leave home without their botanical ID books...
2020-06-2208 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkAlisa, Owner of Custom Digital Pet Watercolors, discusses starting a business where she turns cute pet photos to beautiful digital watercolor portraits.Alisa, Owner of Custom Digital Pet Watercolors, discusses starting a business where she turns cute pet photos to beautiful digital watercolor portraits. Thank you for your interest in having me transform your photo into a beautiful digital watercolor. Please choose below what product you would like, and checkout. After you checkout please email your photo(s) to hello@customdigitalpetwatercolors.com For optimal results please be sure to choose a photo that shows your pets facial details, neck and chest. Also, please make sure the photo is crisp and not blurry. Thank you for supporting my small...
2020-06-0709 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkHow do you find the perfect home for you and your dog? Bo Palazola, LIV Sotheby's International Realty agent in Breckenridge, Colorado discusses house hunting tips. Bo Palazola - Real Estate Agent discuss homes, pets and house hunting tips! Bo is a Real Estate Professional in Breckenridge, Colorado United States. Bo was licensed at the young age of 24, and quickly became one of the top real estate agents of Summit County selling 19 homes in just his first year in business. He's dedicated to serving you by building a meaningful professional relationship and truly understanding your deep needs and wants. Bo is already known for going above and beyond expectations for both buyers and sellers. Bo has taken over the Breckenridge luxury market in l...
2020-05-3108 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkWhat is Rocky Rex? Meet Carrie, Founder, on how her company is helping pet owners find fun things to do with their pets! Carrie has been on the podcast a few times. Please find all of the companies Carrie is involved with in 2020. Rocky Rex is the Saurus of recreation recommendations in Denver and beyond. Find fun things to do with friends and family, including your pets! Have ideas or suggestions? Email us at info@rockyrex.com https://rockyrex.com Instagram @rockyrexco https://www.facebook.com/Rocky-Rex-101374144665784/ Chicago Rex is the Saurus of recreation activities in Chicagoland area. Find fun pet friendly beer gardens, pet massage classes and more! Send suggestions to info@chicagorex.com https://chicagorex.com Instagram @chicago_rex https://www.faceb...
2020-05-1706 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkHow do dogs get heartworm and what to do to prevent a positive test result.You are listening to Bark & Wag 15 Minute Vet Talk and I am your host Polly ReQua Today we are talking with Dr. Susan McMillan, owner of Vet to Pet Mobile Veterinary Service in Burlington, Vermont to learn more about heartworm. What is it, how do dogs get it and what can we do to prevent heartworm positive test results. Welcome Susan…. HEARTWORMS Heartworms are common in dogs throughout the United States (cats can have them, too). They are among the most damaging parasites in dogs but they are almost100 percent preventable. He...
2020-05-1110 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkDog Training Camp USA has a new free Facebook group for dog training called Dog Training Made Fun. Learn about the Puppy Project.Knowledge with animal lovers. Perfect time to join to see cute puppies. https://www.facebook.com/groups/2522610434667637/ Make sure to visit Dog Training Camp USA to learn more https://dogtrainingcampusa.com/about
2020-05-0106 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkCindy Myers, Animal Intuitive and Energy Healer, discusses tips for keeping your dog stress free during being quarantinedHI, I AM CINDY! Cindy Myers Ambassador to Animals, Humans and Spirit I’ve always been a good listener. However, twenty years ago, I would have found it hilarious if you told me that I’d be working as an intuitive energy healer while living on an alpaca farm! But, here I am with a herd of 24 alpacas, 3 dogs and 3 cats working as a Medical Intuitive! I believe that the sum of our life experiences can lead us to our true calling in life. There are many paths to finding our way to...
2020-04-2606 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkKersti Moss, Professional Dog Trainer, gives tips on keeping your dog occupied during the quarantineDog Training USA Info COVID-19 Update Virtual Private Training: We are pleased to announce our new video-based and virtual private training service! Read more Training Camp/Continuing Education/Day Camp: Our in-home Training Camp, Continuing Education and Day Camp programs are still available! Read more Group Classes: All group classes have been postponed until further notice. We are still accepting enrollments and will contact everyone as soon as our classes can resume. In-Person Private Consults: All in-person private consults have been postponed until further notice. For More Info: Dog Training Camp US...
2020-04-1212 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkCoronavirus and your pet with Dr. Susan McMillan. Our weekly update is now live. In early March 2020, the World Health Organization declared that the COVID-19 novel coronavirus is a global pandemic. In the panic over the spread of the virus, people are worried not only about their own health but the health of their dogs, cats, and other pets. Dogs wearing face masks have popped up in photos across social media, causing pet owners everywhere to ask: can dogs get coronavirus? Can dogs contract COVID-19? Dogs can contract certain types of coronaviruses, such as the canine respiratory coronavirus, but this specific novel coronavirus, aka COVID-19, is believed to not be...
2020-04-0117 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkCindy Myers, Energy Healer & Animal Intuitive discusses her webinars in AprilCindy Myers Ambassador to Animals, Humans and Spirit I’ve always been a good listener. However, twenty years ago, I would have found it hilarious if you told me that I’d be working as an intuitive energy healer while living on an alpaca farm! But, here I am with a herd of 24 alpacas, 3 dogs and 3 cats working as a Medical Intuitive! I believe that the sum of our life experiences can lead us to our true calling in life. There are many paths to finding our way to our authentic selves. It t...
2020-03-3006 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkMeet Carrie from Get It Made who helps businesses and creative hustlers get things made and sell online. Visit getitmade.co Check out s Get It Made, which manages about 30 websites of our own that cover various topics like dog friendly things to do in Denver Get It Made helps businesses and creative hustlers get things made and sell online. We also run a website featuring cool and custom products for consumers called CoolandCustom.com. Need ideas on how and what to get made? Email us at info@getitmade.co https://getitmade.co https://coolandcustom.com https://www.coolandcustom.com/collections/for-pet-lovers Instagram @getitmadeco https://www.facebook.com/getitmadeco/ https://www.facebook.com/Cool-and-Custom-110415780343132/ -- Carrie
2020-03-2309 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkCoronavirus and your pet with Dr. Susan McMillan Hong Kong (CNN)They're your furry best friend and a fixture of your home -- but could your beloved cat or dog give you coronavirus? Last Friday, Hong Kong's Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department (AFCD) said that samples from a dog's nasal and oral cavities had tested "weak positive" for novel coronavirus. Initially, experts believed the virus was likely to be present only on the surface of the animal. But this week authorities confirmed that the dog -- which has been in quarantine -- had repeatedly tested weak positive, indicating a low-level infection with the virus. Experts, including thos...
2020-03-1411 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkDr. Susan McMillan discusses how and why your should socialize your puppy.
2020-03-0913 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkProtect your dog from heartworm disease with Dr. Susan McMillan Heartworm Prevention for Dogs Heartworm prevention for dogs is an important concern for every pet owner. Prevention is an important part of providing essential care, and heartworm disease prevention for dogs is something every owner can do. Consider this: Dogs have been diagnosed with heartworm disease in every state in the U.S. Heartworms are spread by mosquitoes, so any area of the country that has mosquitoes—even just a few of them—can also have heartworm disease. Dogs don’t just need prevention during warm-weather months. Heartworm preventives work by treating heartworms that already infected the pet...
2020-03-0211 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkDr. Meredith Rives talks vaccines When you bring that soft, sweet-smelling little ball of a puppy into your home, you know right away that she depends on you for, well, everything. It’s up to you to give her all the care she needs every day. It can be a little intimidating — she needs the best puppy food, plenty of attention, gentle training, safe toys, puppy socialization, a comfortable home, and proper veterinary care. And that includes puppy shots throughout her first year. Which Vaccinations Do Puppies Need? Going to the vet repeatedly over several months for vaccinations, and then for boosters or titers...
2020-02-1918 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkWhat to do when your dog has been quilled by a porcupine...... Dogs Try To Befriend Porcupine And Things Don't Go As Planned Here's what to do if this happens to you (ouch!) BY LILY FEINN PUBLISHED ON 06/29/2018 It was one of the scariest things Peggy Gamblin had ever experienced. During the night, her two dogs, Bentley Nicole and Bullwinkle, had gone wandering around her property in Brown County, Texas, and encountered a porcupine on their turf. When Gamblin found her dogs cowering in pain the next morning, there was no question who won the fight. A single porcupine can have upwards of 30,000 quills, making the g...
2020-02-0909 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkDr. Laura Brown discusses ticks. Dogs and Ticks: What You Need to Know Pet Health and Safety • Maggie Dean • Aug 30, 2018 When is "tick season"? “Tick season” can vary depending on where you live. In general, summer and fall are peak tick seasons; however, because ticks like warmer climates, those who live in regions that stay warm year-round are at higher risk. This does not mean that you should cease tick prevention when temperatures drop. Most veterinarians will recommend that you continue tick prevention year-round in accordance to the instructions on your tick prevention of choice. As a general rule, if your...
2020-02-0315 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkEssential Oils and your pet with Simple Oil Girl and Simple Oil Guy from Bend, OregonEssential Oils are a hot topic with humans and their pets. For more information or questions, please contact Carey at simpleoilgirl@gmail.com.
2020-01-2309 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkTips to help a grieving pet with Dr. Susan McMillanBy Jennifer Coates, DVM Grief is a natural response when a family member or friend dies. We know this for ourselves, but is the same true for our pets? The answer is “yes.” Pets can grieve, but just like us, each responds in his or her own way. The behaviors that you might observe vary based on how close the relationship between the individuals was and the pet’s temperament. But regardless of how grief is displayed, pet parents can do a lot to help. Here are five tips for helping pets deal with their grief.
2020-01-1308 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkWhat is Canine Influenza with Dr. Susan McMillan What is Canine Influenza? with Dr. Susan McMillan, owner of Vet to Pet Mobile Veterinary Service in Burlington, Vermont. As travel season ramps up, you need to know and understand canine influenza and how to protect your pooch. Susan, Welcome to Bark & Wag’s 15 minute Vet Talk – It is a pleasure to have you on the podcast today. Please tell us a little bit about yourself and your practice before we begin on the topic of What is Canine Influenza? Canine influenza (CI, or dog flu) in the U.S. is caused...
2020-01-0211 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkThe hardest decision a pet owner has to make, when to send your pet to the rainbow bridge with Dr. Susan McMillanPutting Your Dog To Sleep – When Is The ‘Right’ Time? ‘How will I know it’s the right time to euthanize my dog?’ This is probably one of the most common questions owners ask, and the most difficult one to answer. I’ve seen (and felt) the distress, pain and internal battle that it causes. In fact, there may not be a clear-cut ‘right’ time to euthanize your dog, but there is often (although not always) a window where it could be considered the ‘best’ time for a number of reasons. There are some situations wh...
2019-12-1416 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkIt is winter and you need to know the signs if your dog is cold with Dr. Laura Brown8 Clear Signs That Your Dog May Be Cold Here are some of the things to look out for, how to tell if your dog is cold in those conditions and the best way to avoid letting your dog getting cold. 1. Weather. The most important thing to look out for is how cold it is outside. If it is too cold for you to be outside, it is too cold for your dog to be outside. Yes, your dog has fur, but you more than likely have a coat on. If you feel cold even with a coat...
2019-12-0910 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkDr. Laura Brown discusses food your pet should over the Holidays!How to Keep Your Pets Safe Through the Holidays The holiday season is one of the most magical and highly anticipated times of the year in most households. It’s a time of year when the home is decked out in beautiful decorations, and filled with the scintillating aromas of delicious holiday foods. But, as exciting and wonderful as Thanksgiving and Christmas can be, special consideration needs to be applied to the family pets during the holidays. With so many new smells and items inside the home to discover, this time of year can be especially dangerous to curious p...
2019-11-2717 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkWhat is a Designer Dog with Dr. Ames GrobsteinWelcome to Bark & Wag 15 Minute Vet Talk – I am your host Polly ReQua Today we are talking to Ames Grobstein and today we are discussing designer dogs. Dr. Grobstein is a Veterinarian from Dorr, Michigan. Ames, thank you for taking the time to talk about designer dogs. My girlfriend has a Puggle. It barks like a beagle and snores like a Pug. What the heck is a designer dog? A "designer" dog (as the media has labeled them) is a cross between two purebred dogs. A purebred dog is one that has been bred over many...
2019-11-2309 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkWhat to expect with an annual exam with Dr. Susan McMillanWelcome to Bark & Wag’s 15 minute Vet Talk – I am your host Polly ReQua Today we are talking to one of our favorite vets, Dr. Susan McMillan, owner of Vet to Pet Mobile Veterinary Service in Burlington, Vermont we will be discussing annual exams for your pet. Thanks for agreeing to do discuss what to expect when taking your dog to the vet for an annual exam. Welcome Dr. Susan McMillan. Let's just say you came in for your pet's routine yearly vaccination. Usually this is a good time for the doctor to t...
2019-11-1713 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkDental health tips for your dogs with Dr. Laura BrownWelcome to Bark & Wag’s 15 Minute Vet Talk – I am your host Polly ReQua Today we are talking to Dr. Laura Brown, a Veterinarian and owner of Green Tree Animal Hospital in Libertyville, IL as we discuss dental health. Dr. Brown, thank you for taking the time to talk about dental health with our dogs. Welcome and please let us know more about our dog’s teeth? Vet Clinic Hygiene Why it is important to have professional cleanings? How often? Why is it so important to your...
2019-11-1114 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkWhat to do if your dog is itching? A listener question with Dr. Susan McMillan.Welcome to Bark & Wag’s 15 minute Vet Talk. Today we are talking to one of our favorite vets, Dr. Susan McMillan, owner of Vet to Pet Mobile Veterinary Service in Burlington, Vermont as we answer a question from a listener about suggestions for her poor dog, Pepper, who has seasonal allergies.
2019-11-0707 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkKersti Moss, Professional Dog Trainer from Dog Training Camp USA discusses how to keep your dog calm when the doorbell ringsTips for Controlling Your Dog’s Barking at the Door Brought to you by the AKC GoodDog! Helpline – the AKC’s 7-day-a-week training support service By Hilarie Erb, AKC GoodDog! Helpline Trainer Would you like to be able to hear the doorbell without your dog getting into a frenzy? It is a natural and sometimes even desirable reaction for dogs to alert their people when someone is at the door. But you can teach them that everything is okay and that they can stop barking when you want to open the door. First, think about what yo...
2019-10-2708 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkAnimals and Emotions Webinar with Cindy Myers on 10/23. Cindy is an Animal Listener & Intuitive Coach. hs an animal intuiitive and Dear Polly, I'll be hosting my next Animals and Emotions webinar next Wednesday, October 23rd at 6 PM PST. This is a completely free interactive webinar that focuses on animals and their emotions. In this Animals & Emotions webinar, I will be answering questions, showing off some live demos and lots more. Remember, this is a free webinar! Register HERE to receive your webinar link and event details. If you have any questions, please drop me an email. I love to listen! The Happy Listener, Cindy Cindy@BeAn...
2019-10-2004 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkYou have a new pet, how do you find a Veterinarian? Dr. Susan McMillan gives tips.What to look for when searching for a Vet for your pooch with Dr. Susan McMillan, owner of Vet to Pet Mobile Veterinary Service in Burlington, Vermont. Well, you have taken home your new BFF, now what? Just like humans today's pets are living longer and having healthier lives. This is due to the availability of high quality veterinary, preventive care, and all of us pet owners' careful monitoring our animals. Today we are going to be talking to Dr. Susan McMillan about tips that can help you find a vet that will become your pet's health...
2019-10-1415 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkAllergies and Essential Oils with Cristi Eckert, Owner of Natural Pet Wellness.Essential Oils and Pets: A Quick How-To You love to share essential oils with your family, so it makes sense that you want to share them with your pets as well! Before you begin using essential oils for pets, you need to know the answers to some important questions: Can you use essential oils on dogs, cats, and other pets the same way you use them on yourself? How much should you use? What is the best way to administer oils for topical and internal use? Check out our quick and easy how-to guide for tips and i...
2019-10-0711 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkCindy Myers, Animal Intuitive, discusses a horse that had an issue when being transported.Cindy Myers Ambassador to Animals, Humans and Spirit I’ve always been a good listener. However, twenty years ago, I would have found it hilarious if you told me that I’d be working as an intuitive energy healer while living on an alpaca farm! But, here I am with a herd of 24 alpacas, 3 dogs and 3 cats working as a Medical Intuitive! I believe that the sum of our life experiences can lead us to our true calling in life. There are many paths to finding our way to our authentic selves. It t...
2019-09-2908 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkCristi Eckert, Owner of Natural Pet Wellness, discusses toxins in your home that can effect your pet. 10 Most Common Household Pet Toxins By Amanda Carrozza Pets are curious—it’s part of what makes them so lovable. However, that same inquisitiveness can be dangerous, especially when the target of an animal’s interest is a cleaning product, medication or food known to be poisonous to pets. Because how do animals investigate new objects? They eat them, of course. In 2017 alone, the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (APCC) received 199,000 cases concerning possible pet poisonings, a 10% increase from the previous year. RELATED: Assessing Cases of Animal Poisoning Top 3 Toxins for Animal Poison Control To help raise awareness about potential hazards in...
2019-09-2319 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkDr. Laura Brown discusses ticks with updated information to help pet ownersBy Lynne Miller You quickly run your hands along your dog’s head, back, and belly, and, finding no ticks, you think your job is done. Actually, finding ticks on your dog is not so simple. These tiny bloodsuckers are good at playing hide-and-seek, particularly when their host is covered in thick, dark hair. Ticks can latch on to your furry friend and live in hiding, feasting on blood for several days at a time. Even dogs with flea and tick collars and other forms of protection can be targeted by thes...
2019-09-1217 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkCBD is now available at Bark & Wag and we talk to the biochemist manufacturing the CBDBark & Wag CBD is on the market! The hemp extract used in our tinctures are sourced locally from a farm in Boulder, CO and are manufactured in Colorado as well. The isolate is refined to 99%+ purity with 0ppm THC. Having a THC-Free product is critical for pets. Bark & Wag Pet Tinctures are formulated with the best raw materials which have passed a 6 panel test: potency, residual solvents, terpene content, bio-contaminants (including mold), pesticides, and heavy metals. Our tinctures come in 4 strengths: 300mg, 750mg, 1200mg, and 2400mg. Please see our suggested dosing chart.
2019-09-0111 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkKersti Moss, Co Owner at Dog Training Camp USA, discusses tips on camping with your dog.OUR FRIENDS, CAMPING WITH DOGS, SHARE HELPFUL TIPS FOR CAMPING, HIKING AND ENJOYING THE GREAT OUTDOORS WITH FURRY FRIENDS. Camping with Dogs is a lifestyle brand built on a community of people who love outdoor adventure shared with their beloved pets. What began as an Instagram account featuring photos of dogs exploring the outdoors with their owners has now become so much more. Connecting people around their world through a shared love, who better to gather some of the best expert tips for camping and hiking with dogs? TIPS FOR HIKING AND CAMPING WITH DOGS FROM THE EXPERTS
2019-08-2614 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkKate Walsh, Actress and Animal Lover, discusses finding your dog's A-Game during Itchy Pet Awareness Month. Actress and animal lover Kate Walsh knows first-hand that dogs can be “off their game” because of allergic itching, which can get in the way of dogs doing what they love. When her dog Rosie was diagnosed with allergies, Kate learned that scratching can be more than just an itch and can lead to more serious problems if not treated by a veterinarian. That’s when she knew it was time for Rosie to get her A-Gameback. Many dogs itch, so it’s hard to tell when an itch is more than just an itch, or if it’s...
2019-08-1808 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkCindy Myers, Animal Listener, helps a dog feel secure after being rescued I’m Cindy Myers, Animal Listener I would like to share a little about what I do and how I got here working with both animals and two-leggers (humans...you will understand that terminology in a few minutes;) One of the frequently asked questions I get from my clients and workshop attendees is if I have always been able to communicate intuitively with animals and have empathic energy skills. The answer to that question is no, not really. I’ve always loved animals, but I was not aware of having any intuitive senses or that I could do he...
2019-08-1209 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkRyan DeRoche and his dog Oliver are working with Merck Animal Health and NEADs to highlight service and family pets and keeping them healthy.Several years ago, local Boston resident Ryan DeRoche was in a mountain bike accident that resulted in a severe spinal cord injury and left him with little to no use of his arms and legs. His life changed in an instant. But through Massachusetts-based National Education for Assistance Dog Services (NEADS), Ryan was matched with service dog Oliver, who just completed his training at a Boston-based jail. The two have been inseparable ever since. Oliver is specially trained to help Ryan be independent – assisting him with daily tasks like opening and closing doors and getting things in hard-to-reach places. Emo...
2019-08-0409 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkKersti Moss, Professional Dog Trainer, stresses to leave your dog at home during the summer! From PETA....do not be dumb with your dog Every year, dogs suffer and die when their guardians make the mistake of leaving them in a parked car—even for “just a minute”—while they run an errand. Parked cars are deathtraps for dogs: On a 78-degree day, the temperature inside a parked car can soar to 100 degrees in just minutes, and on a 90-degree day, the interior temperature can reach as high as 109 degrees in less than 10 minutes. Animals can sustain brain damage or even die from heatstroke in just 15 minutes. Beating the heat...
2019-07-2507 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkDr. Laura Brown discusses the best tips for keeping your pet safe and stress-free over the 4th of July10 SAFETY AND CALMING TIPS FOR DOGS DURING FIREWORKS By: Lisa SpectorFireworks can be fun for humans, but dogs don't have the same reaction. In the United States, July 4th is around the corner, along with the fireworks that inevitably come with this holiday. Almost all humans with canines in the U.S. declare this day the worst day of the year for their dogs. Veterinarians say that July 3rd is usually the most trafficked day in their offices, with clients coming in to get drugs for their dogs. A few years ago, I f...
2019-07-0109 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkCindy Myers, Animal Intuitive, discusses her June and July webinars Dear Polly, I'll be hosting my next Animals and Emotions webinar next Wednesday, June 19th at 6 PM PST Learn How to Comfort Your Pet During Stressful Events - Including 4th of July Fireworks! Do you have pets or animals where you: Wonder how are they feeling - physically and emotionally? Wonder what are they thinking? Want a deeper understanding of the reasons they are showing pain, fear, distress? Do you ever feel like: You are worried that they are not happy in you home? You did something wrong? You don’t know ho...
2019-06-1610 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkDr. Laura Brown discusses ticks and how to protect your dog.TICKS Ectoparasites are organisms that live on the outside of an animal. Ticks are fairly common ectoparasites of dogs (and cats). How often you see ticks on your dog and how severe a tick assault will be depends on the region of the country in which you live, the time of year (tick activity varies in warm and cool weather), the habits of your dog, and how and when you use tick control products. Some ticks can infest dogs that spend most of their time indoors, and even dogs that only spend brief periods of time outside ca...
2019-06-1017 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkCristi Eckert, owner of Natural Pet Wellness, discusses Essential Oils for your petEssential oils are naturally occurring, volatile aromatic compounds that come from the seeds, bark, stems, flowers and roots of plants. If you’ve used them before, I’m sure you’re already familiar with how incredibly potent, fragrant and beneficial they can be to your health, but have you ever tried essential oils for pets? According to the American Kennel Club, “Preliminary research suggests that these potent oils may have some health benefits for dogs and humans, and many holistic veterinarians incorporate essential oils into their practices.” Many pet owners today are turning to essential oils for a variety o...
2019-05-2814 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkCanine Influenza and the new vaccination for your pet with Dr. ArmstrongCanine Influenza in Dogs There are two strains of the virus that causes dog flu (Influenza Type A): H3N8 and H3N2. Both primarily infect the respiratory system and are extremely contagious. While some dogs become very ill with dog flu, others can be exposed to the virus and fight off infection without ever getting sick. Symptoms and Types of Canine Influenza Dogs that are infected with the canine influenza virus may develop two different syndromes: Mild – These dogs will have a cough that is typically moist and can...
2019-05-1311 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkCristi Eckert, owner of Natural Pet Wellness, discusses Essential Oils What Are Essential Oils? Essential oils are compounds extracted from plants. The oils capture the plant's scent and flavor, also called its "essence." Unique aromatic compounds give each essential oil its characteristic essence. Essential oils are obtained through distillation (via steam and/or water) or mechanical methods, such as cold pressing. Once the aromatic chemicals have been extracted, they are combined with a carrier oil to create a product that's ready for use. The way the oils are made is important, as essential oils obtained through chemical processes are n...
2019-05-0612 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkWhat is kennel cough in dogs?Kennel cough in dogs Kennel cough is a condition that affects the upper respiratory tract of dogs and is characterized by the inflammation of the trachea and bronchi. While kennel cough may sound like a horrific condition, it’s not actually as terrible as most dog owners assume. However, the effects of the condition can vary depending on each individual dog. For this reason, you may want to avoid your dog catching the illness if possible. To do this, you need to understand where the name comes from. Why is it called kennel cough? This condition is re...
2019-04-2711 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkCindy Myers, Animal Intuitive, discusses a few clients that were out of the ordinaryhttps://www.beananimallistener.com/ Reach out to Cindy for a reading on your pet. Office Hours: Monday - Wednesday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Tuesday - Thursday : 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM Friday: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM Please call my office at 541-658-5062. If it is during business hours, I might be working with a client and am not accepting calls. I will return your call during my next open spot. If you call after hours, please feel free to leave me a message and be sure to leave your...
2019-04-2207 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkWhy are your pets taken to the back room during a routine visit with Dr. Millie ArmstrongWhen you head to the veterinarian, you and your pet are likely both a little nervous. Whether it's for yearly vaccinations or to figure out why your furry best friend has been scratching or vomiting, you have to bring them in — and no one likes to be poked and prodded. By the time your vet appears in the exam room, you've both had time to worry about it and the doctor picks up on your combined nerves. That's one of the reasons so many veterinarians will do an initial exam in the room while you're there, but wi...
2019-04-1407 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkCindy Myers, Animal Intuitive, discusses her animal webinars available to listeners during the month of April Upcoming Events with Cindy April 3rd, 2019 at 6 pm PST Intuitive Listening Webinar Spring Growth During this free webinar, we will discuss how to leave gloom and darkness behind and look forward to a blooming season. Register Now! April 24th, 2019 at 6 pm PST Animal & Emotions Webinar The bond between a human and their pets is far stronger than most people realize. It is so easy for our animals to absorb our emotions, unknowingly taking our stresses onto themselves. How can we help our pets du...
2019-03-2905 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkWhat is Canine Distemper?You are listening to Bark & Wag 15 Minute Vet Talk and I am your host Polly ReQua. Today we are talking with Dr. Susan McMillan, owner of Vet to Pet Mobile Veterinary Service in Burlington, Vermont to shed light on distemper. Canine Distemper in Dogs Canine distemper is a contagious and serious viral illness with no known cure. The disease affects dogs, and certain species of wildlife, such as raccoons, wolves, foxes, and skunks. The common house pet, the ferret, is also a carrier of this virus. Canine distemper belongs to the Morbillivirus class of viruses, and is a...
2017-10-3010 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkWhat to do when your cat will not use the litter box with Dr. Susan McMillanYou are listening to Bark & Wag 15 Minute Vet Talk and I am your host Polly ReQua. Today we are talking with Dr. Susan McMillan, owner of Vet to Pet Mobile Veterinary Service in Burlington, Vermont about cats. Our first podcast on cats. What to do when your cat will not use the litter box.....
2017-10-2312 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkSigns of heatstroke with Dr. Susan McMillanYou are listening to Bark & Wag 15 Minute Vet Talk and I am your host Polly ReQua. Today we are talking with Dr. Susan McMillan, owner of Vet to Pet Mobile Veterinary Service in Burlington, Vermont about signs of heatstroke. Heatstroke occurs when normal body mechanisms cannot keep the body's temperature in a safe range. Animals do not have efficient cooling systems (like humans who sweat) and get overheated easily. A dog with moderate heatstroke (body temperature from 104º to 106ºF) can recover within an hour if given prompt first aid and veterinary care (normal body temperature is 100-102.5°F...
2017-10-0914 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkOwner of Pine Song Farm, Julie Bachman, discusses the family pig named DougWelcome to Bark & Wag 15 Minute Vet Talk - I am your host Polly ReQua. Today we are talking to Julie Bachman, owner of Pine Song Farm in Iowa about her pet pig. Please follow Doug on Instagram - apignameddoug - for a daily dose of Doug.
2017-09-3013 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkWhat is a skin tag with Dr. Susan McMillanYou are listening to Bark & Wag’s 15 Minute Vet Talk and I am your host Polly ReQua Today we are talking with Dr. Susan McMillan, owner of Vet to Pet Mobile Veterinary Service, in Burlington, Vermont about skin tags. What are they? Skin tags are tiny, soft skin growths that can appear anywhere on a dog's body. Also called fibropapillomas, fibrin tags, dog warts, skin polyp, and achrochordons, skin tags are fleshy growths on the skin that are about a few millimeters in length. Some growths are round while others are flat and stalk-like.
2017-09-2407 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkTail analyzing with Kersti Nieto from Dog Training Camp USAWelcome to Bark & Wag 15 Minute Vet Talk – I am your host Polly ReQua Today we are talking to Kersti Nieto, trainer at Dog Training Camp USA in Raleigh, NC on what your dog's tail mean when out with your dog. Welcome Kersti..... Visit: http://www.dogtrainingcampusa.com/
2017-08-2715 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkTips on how to get your dog to come when they will not listen.....This podcast is sponsored by Rover.com. For $25 off your first booking, visit rover.com/vettalk and use promo code vettalk during checkout! Welcome to Bark & Wag 15 Minute Vet Talk – I am your host Polly ReQua Today we are talking to Kersti Nieto, trainer at Dog Training Camp USA in Raleigh, NC on tips on having your dog come when they are called. Welcome Kersti...... When dogs fail to come when called their behavior falls into one of two categories: active or passive disobedience. With passive disobedience, the dog doesn’t come and...
2017-07-1513 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkCindy Myers, Animal Listener and Intuitive Coach discusses how to communicate with your pet......Welcome to Bark & Wag 15 Minute Vet Talk, I am your host Polly ReQua. Today we are talking to Cindy Myers, Animal Listener and Intuitive Coach. Welcome Cindy..... I would like to share a little about what I do and how I got here working with both animals and two-leggers (humans...you will understand that terminology in a few minutes;) One of the frequently asked questions I get from my clients and workshop attendees is if I have always been able to communicate intuitively with animals and have empathic energy skills. The...
2017-05-3112 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkStacy Pursell from The Vet Recruiter discusses animal health employment opportunitiesWelcome to Bark & Wag 15 Minute Vet Talk – I am your host Polly ReQua Today we are talking to Stacy Pursell, CEO/Global Executive Recruiter for Animal Health & Nutrition, Animal Science, Pet Product Industry and a Veterinary Recruiter from The Vet Recruiter. The VET Recruiter -thevetrecruiter.com E-mail Stacy at stacy@thevetrecruiter.com or call at 918-298-7025 or 800-436-0490.
2017-05-2211 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkTips about vitamins with Dr. Laura BrownWelcome to Bark & Wag 15 Minute Vet Talk – I am your host Polly ReQua Today we are talking to one of our favorite Vets, Dr. Laura Brown, owner of Green Tree Animal Hospital in Libertyville, IL as we discuss vitamins. Do you need to give your dog vitamins? Welcome. Let’s start with puppies…. Do I need to supplement my puppy's diet? Should I supplement my adult dog's diet? Talk with your veterinarian to determine which supplements may be beneficial for your dog. What if my dog is...
2017-05-0707 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkInterested in a position in the animal health field? Stacy Pursell from The Vet Recruiter gives us tips.......Welcome to Bark & Wag 15 Minute Vet Talk – I am your host Polly ReQua Today we are talking to Stacy Pursell, CEO/Global Executive Recruiter for Animal Health & Nutrition, Animal Science, Pet Product Industry and a Veterinary Recruiter. Welcome Stacy….. I am excited to have you on the podcast today to talk about employment in the animal field. Please tell us about The Vet Recruiter and your roll? How did your career lead you to become an animal recruiter? If listeners are interes...
2017-04-3007 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkRescue of Labradors from a backyard breeder with Chris Wallen, President of Labrador Education and Rescue NetworkYou are listening to Bark & Wag’s 15 Minute Vet Talk and I am your host Polly ReQua Today we are talking with Chris Wallen, Volunteer with LEARN, Labrador Education and Rescue Network servicing Northern Illinois and Wisconsin. Welcome Chris….. First – thank you for all that you do for Labs. As a volunteer for LEARN it is such a pleasure to have you on the podcast. Two weeks ago we talked with Dr. Meredith Rives about Puppy Mills. Opening our eyes on this terrible practice. In January LEARN rescued 14 dogs from a...
2017-04-2310 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkTips on potty training your pooch........Welcome to Bark & Wag 15 Minute Vet Talk – I am your host Polly ReQua Today we are talking to Kersti Nieto, Trainer at Dog Training Camp USA, in Raleigh, NC on how to potty train your puppy. Welcome Kersti House training your puppy is about consistency, patience, and positive reinforcement. The goal is to instill good habits and build a loving bond with your pet. It typically takes 4-6 months for a puppy to be fully house trained, but some puppies may take up to a year. Size can be a predictor. For...
2017-04-0411 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkLearn more on the benefits of fish oil supplements for your dog with Dr. Laura BrownWelcome to Bark & Wag 15 Minute Vet Talk – I am your host Polly ReQua Today we are talking to one of our favorite Vets, Dr. Laura Brown, owner of Green Tree Animal Hospital in Libertyville, IL as we discuss fish oil supplements for your pet. Fish oil for dogs and cats can greatly improve skin, coat, joint, and heart health, and more, in dogs and cats. The benefits of fish oil for dogs can be surprisingly far-reaching. Fish oil for dogs and cats supports the health of the skin, coat, joint, kidneys, heart, and im...
2017-03-2608 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkCrate training tips with Kersti Nieto from Dog Training Camp USAWelcome to Bark & Wag 15 Minute Vet Talk – I am your host Polly ReQua Today we are talking to Kersti Nieto, trainer at Dog Training Camp USA in Raleigh, NC on how to crate train. Welcome Kersti….. First of all, understand that crate training is not cruel. In spite of what some people may have told you, breeders and veterinarians recommend using a crate for your dog from a young age. For thousands of years, dogs in the wild have sought out small “dens,” where they can feel safe and sheltered while resting, c...
2017-03-1710 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkSeizures and Dogs....What you need to know to protect your pooch.Welcome to Bark & Wag 15 Minute Vet Talk – I am your host Polly ReQua Today we are talking to one of our favorite Vets, Dr. Laura Brown, owner of Green Tree Animal Hospital in Libertyville, IL about seizures. What do you do if your dog has a seizure? What Are the Symptoms of Seizures? Symptoms can include collapsing, jerking, stiffening, muscle twitching, loss of consciousness, drooling, chomping, tongue chewing, or foaming at the mouth. Dogs can fall to the side and make paddling motions with their legs. They sometimes poop or pee during the seizure. ...
2017-03-1012 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkWhat are puppy mills and how can we protect our furry friends?Welcome to Bark & Wag’s 15 Minute Vet Talk – I am your host Polly ReQua Today we are talking to Dr. Meredith Rives, Owner of Natural Touch Veterinary Care in Evanston, IL about puppy mills and what we can do to stop the madness. Welcome Merry…..Please tell us about puppy mills and how we can stop this awful business. Buyer Beware: The Problem with Puppy Mills Choosing to bring a new canine companion into your life is an exciting but involved decision-making process, especially when deciding where to get one. You might...
2017-03-0613 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkWant the skinny on spaying or neutering your pet? Dr. Laura Brown discusses this topic.Welcome to Bark & Wag 15 Minute Vet Talk – I am your host Polly ReQua Today we are talking to one of our favorite Vets, Dr. Laura Brown, owner of Green Tree Animal Hospital in Libertyville, IL, about spaying or neutering your pet and when is the best time to do it. By spaying or neutering your pet, you’ll help control the pet homelessness crisis, which results in millions of healthy dogs and cats being euthanized in the United States each year simply because there aren’t enough homes to go around. There are also medical and be...
2017-02-2708 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkDog training tips to keep you positive with your pooch with Trainer Kersti NietoWelcome to Bark & Wag 15 Minute Vet Talk – I am your host Polly ReQua Today we are talking to Kersti Nieto, trainer at Dog Training Camp USA in Raleigh, NC on what to do when you become frustrated with your dog and dog training. Things are not going as plan - what do you do? COUNT TO TEN In these moments it’s critical that I don’t let my temper get the best of me, because my dog is going to associate that anger and negative energy with being introduced to stranger...
2017-02-2011 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkNeed a behaviorist for your dog that is counter surfing?Welcome to Bark & Wag 15 Minute Vet Talk – I am your host Polly ReQua Today we are talking to Kersti Nieto, trainer at Dog Training Camp USA in Raleigh, NC about tips on how to find a dog trainer. Here are some frequently asked questions from pet parents who are seeking professional behavioral help for their pet: What are the differences between pet-behavior professionals? Trainers Pet trainers use a number of different titles, such as “behavior counselor,” “pet psychologist” and “pet therapist.” The level of education and experience among this group of professionals varies greatly. Most...
2017-02-1012 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkWhat is Canine Hip Dysplasia and how do you protect your dog?You are listening to Bark & Wag’s 15 Minute Vet Talk and I am your host Polly ReQua Today we are talking with Dr. Susan McMillan, owner of Vet to Pet Mobile Veterinary Service in Burlington, Vermont about Canine Hip Dysplasia. What is it and how do we protect our dogs? Canine Hip Dysplasia in Dogs The hip joint is composed of the ball and the socket. The development of hip dysplasia is determined by an interaction of genetic and environmental factors, though there is a complicated pattern of inheritance for this disorder, with multiple genes involved. Hip dyspla...
2017-01-3013 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkIs your dog a swimmer? How to use Essential Oils to prevent ear infections.You are listening to Bark & Wag’s 15 Minute Vet Talk and I am your host Polly ReQua Today we are talking with Sara DeTienne, Essential Oils Representative about ear infections and how Essential Oils can help. Maddie, our Black Lab, is a big swimmer and I would love to be proactive with her ears and use oils before an infection starts. How can Essential Oils help? Canine ear infections are most often caused by bacteria or yeast overgrowth. Ear mites, growing hair, trapped water, tumor or foreign body in the ear canal can als...
2017-01-0807 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkKeep your BFF safe over the Holidays with these tips.....Welcome to Bark & Wag 15 Minute Vet Talk – I am your host Polly ReQua Today we are talking to one of our favorite Vets, Dr. Laura Brown, owner of Green Tree Animal Hospital in Libertyville, IL on how to keep your pets safe during the Holiday season. Holiday Safety Tips for Your Pets The holidays can be an exciting time of year for you and your pet, but they also pose hidden hazards for your furry friends. And nothing can spoil good cheer like an emergency trip to the veterinarian. This holiday season, learn to...
2016-12-2415 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkAre you thinking of a new pet for the Holidays? Why a Rescue and Shelter pet is your best bet for a new BFF!You are listening to Bark & Wag’s 15 Minute Vet Talk and I am your host Polly ReQua. Today we are talking with Dr. Susan McMillan, owner of Vet to Pet Mobile Veterinary Service in Burlington, Vermont to shed light on shelter dogs. With somewhere between 5 and 7 million homeless animals entering U.S. animal shelters, it’s unconscionable to suggest, as one writer did in the Washington Post, that adopting a pet from an animal shelter is a bad idea. (See a comprehensive refutation from Washington Humane Society’s Lisa Lafontaine.) But as ridiculous as anti-shelter arguments are, they reveal...
2016-12-1813 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkDoes your dog ever have a reverse sneezing attack? What is it? What can we do to help our dogs? Welcome to Bark & Wag 15 Minute Vet Talk – I am your host Polly ReQua Today we are talking to one of our favorite Vets, Dr. Laura Brown, owner of Green Tree Animal Hospital in Libertyville, IL as we discuss reverse sneezing. Dogs have a condition we call a 'reverse sneeze.' It may also be known as a 'pharyngeal gag reflex'. It is termed a reverse sneeze, because it sounds like the dog is rapidly pulling air into his nose, whereas in a 'regular' sneeze, the air is rapidly pushed out through the nose. Durin...
2016-11-1404 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkDoes your dog have separation anxiety? How can we help our pets?Welcome to Bark & Wag 15 Minute Vet Talk – I am your host Polly ReQua Today we are talking to Robyn Santor, owner of Spirit Dog Training in Fairfax, VT as we discuss separation anxiety. Recently, my mom rescued a Golden Retriever who has severe separation anxiety. I wanted to bring Robyn on the podcast to discuss why pets gets separation anxiety and what we can do to help our pets. Welcome Robyn One of the most common complaints of pet parents is that their dogs are disruptive or destructive when left alone. Their dogs mi...
2016-11-0709 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkDoes your dog counter surf? We need to correct that annoying habit.Welcome to Bark & Wag 15 Minute Vet Talk – I am your host Polly ReQua Today we are talking to Robyn Santor, owner of Spirit Dog Training in Fairfax, VT as we discuss counter surfing. Learn tips on breaking this bad habit.
2016-10-2407 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkGross...your dog has fleas! How do dogs get fleas and how do you get rid of them?You are listening to Bark & Wag’s 15 Minute Vet Talk and I am your host Polly ReQua Today we are talking with Dr. Susan McMillan, owner of Vet to Pet Mobile Veterinary Service in Burlington, Vermont to learn more about fleas. How do dogs get fleas? What do they look like? And how do you prevent fleas. Welcome Susan…. How Do Dogs Get Fleas? Dogs can catch fleas just about anywhere. Here are some of the most common ways your dog can pick up these pests. Is your pup a wa...
2016-10-0914 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkBark & Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkWelcome to Bark & Wag 15 Minute Vet Talk – I am your host Polly ReQua Today we are talking to Carey and Adam Brown, Owner of Simple Oil Girl and Simple Oil Guy, from Bend, Oregon. We are going to discuss oils for pets. I wanted to interview Carey to discuss what are oils for pets, how do you use the oils and what type of issues can you treat with oils? Welcome Carey and Adam..... Just as aromatherapy can benefit humans both physically and psychologically, it can also benefit dogs. It is important to rem...
2016-09-1808 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkBark & Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkWelcome to Bark & Wag 15 Minute Vet Talk – I am your host Polly ReQua Today we are talking to one of our favorite Veterinarians, Dr. Laura Brown, owner of Green Tree Animal Hospital in Libertyville, IL as we discuss what to do if your dog is quilled by a porcupine? Porcupines Porcupines are most active at night, but may be found foraging for food during the day, too. They have poor eyesight, but a great sense of smell. They are herbivores - eating plants, twigs, leaves and bark. Fond of salt, they may gnaw on bo...
2016-08-2608 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkBark & Wag 15 Minute Vet Talk Welcome to Bark & Wag 15 minute Vet Talk – I am your host Polly ReQua Today we are talking to one of our favorite vets, Dr. Susan McMillan, owner of Vet to Pet Mobile Veterinary Service in Burlington, Vermont as we discuss puppy socialization. How to Socialize Your Puppy One of the most valuable lessons you can teach your puppy is that the world is a safe place, with kind humans and friendly dogs and other animals. The act of exposing your puppy to the world is called socialization. Many puppy owners have hear...
2016-08-1412 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkBark & Wag 15 Minute PodcastWelcome to Bark & Wag 15 Minute Vet Talk – I am your host Polly ReQua Today we are talking to Dr. Meredith Rives, a Veterinarian and owner of Natural Touch Veterinary Care about vaccinations. What should we know when we visit our Veterinarian? This is a hot topic and we got the scoop. Please make sure to Subscribe and Rate on iTunes.
2016-08-0717 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkBark & Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkWelcome to Bark & Wag 15 Minute Vet Talk – I am your host Polly ReQua Today we are talking to one of our favorite Vets, Dr. Laura Brown, owner of Green Tree Animal Hospital in Libertyville, IL as we discuss first aid for your pet. Everyone who shares a home with a pet should have a basic pet first-aid kit on hand. Keep your pet's first-aid kit in your home and take it with you if you are traveling with your pet. One way to start your kit is to buy a first-aid kit designed fo...
2016-07-2307 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkBark & Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkWelcome to Bark & Wag 15 Minute Vet Talk – I am your host Polly ReQua Today we are talking to Dr. Kathy Sennello, a Veterinarian at Veterinary Specialty Care in Mount Pleasant, SC. We are discussing the different type of Vet Specialists you can visit with your dog. Dr. Sennello, thank you for taking the time to talk to all of us. What is a Veterinary Specialist? What is a Specialist? What type of training do they receive? How do you find one in your area? What is difference between your fami...
2016-06-2517 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkBark & Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkWelcome to Bark & Wag’s 15 Minute Vet Talk – I am your host Polly ReQua Today we are talking to Dr. Laura Brown, a Veterinarian and Owner of Green Tree Animal Hospital in Libertyville, IL as we discuss medication. Helpful tips when giving your pet medication.
2016-06-2011 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkBark & Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkWelcome to Bark & Wag 15 Minute Vet Talk – I am your host Polly ReQua Today we are talking to Kelly Burkholder, owner of Dirty Hairy Dog Wash, from Daphne, Alabama. Many of us take our dogs to the groomer. What happens during that time of drop off to pick up? Many of us simply just drop our dogs off and assume we left our beloved four-legged companion in capable hands. However, we are assuming a lot. Leaving the dog with the groomer is much like leaving him with a day care or the vet. We...
2016-06-1613 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkBark & Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkYou are listening to Bark & Wag 15 Minute Vet Talk and I am your host Polly ReQua Today we are talking with Dr. Susan McMillan, owner of Vet to Pet Mobile Veterinary Service in Burlington, Vermont about the signs of an aging pet. Welcome Susan…. 11 Signs Of Aging Every Dog Owner Needs To Look For Age creeps up on all of us, even our dogs. The signs can be subtle, easily missed while we go about our daily lives. However, being aware of and paying attention to the signs of aging in you...
2016-06-0313 minBark n Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkBark & Wag 15 Minute Vet TalkWelcome to Bark & Wag 15 Minute Vet Talk – I am your host Polly ReQua. Today we are talking to Dr. Laura Brown, a Veterinarian and owner of Green Tree Animal Hospital in Libertyville, IL as we discuss Ticks. Yuck! They are out there and what can we do to protect our dogs? Dr. Brown, thank you for taking the time to talk about ticks with our dogs. Welcome and please let us know more about these gross insects? TICKS Ectoparasites are organisms that live on the outside of an animal. Ticks are fai...
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