The Pet Factor
News on pet health, wellness, and the latest in Veterinary Medicine.

S1E11 - 011 Joint Supplements

The what, why and when of Joint Supplements for pets. How dogs can save your lives, literally and how one owner helped a canine warrior suffering from PTSD. Our case of the week and on Tech Tips we talk about pilling your pet.

Episode Notes

In the latest episode of The Pet Factor, Dr. Jim and Brittney talk about the use of joint supplements in managing joint disease in pets and how to make sure you are getting the best products available. In Pet Health News we have a story of a dog who saved his owner from choking, how dog owners have a leg up when it comes to recovering from heart attacks and strokes, and the heartwarming tale of a canine warrior suffering from PTSD. We present our case of the week and in Tech Tips, Brittney reveals her secrets for making Pilling your Pet a breeze.

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S1E10 - 010 Spaying and Neutering

The what, why and when of Spaying and Neutering. Pet Health news including new products and the 2019 Hambone awards from Nationwide Pet Insurance. Our case of the week, Theo and Tech Tips on dealing with car sickness in pets.

Episode Notes

In this episode we explain what spaying and neutering are, why we recommend it for your pet, and what to expect when you bring your pets in for the procedure. In pet health news we discuss new products from a cheaper medication for dogs with separation anxiety, a new extended release medication for canine incontinence, an easy way to get updates on your pet when hospitalized, a new feline genetic test, and a way to bank your pet’s stem cells to treat future problems. We also report on a woman who contracted a parasite running through a swarm of flies and the winners of the Hambone Awards from Nationwide pet insurance. Theo the Great Dane is our Case of the Week. In Tech Tips Brittney provides ways to make that car trip with your pet more pleasant and safe and the best ways to avoid them getting car sick.

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S1E9 - 009 Wellness Lab Tests

They what, why and when of Wellness lab test, Pet Health News, Why Dogs make Great Disease Detectors, Animal Jokes with Dr. Jim, Case of the Week, and Tech Tips on Winter Pet Care.

Episode Notes

This week we explore the what, why and when of Wellness lab test. In Pet Health News new legislation makes animal cruelty a Federal Felony, Pet Smarts Project to help get small pets in the classroom, and an unexpected bounty for Beau the Lab in Great Britain. From Wired Magazine, why Dogs make Great Disease Detectors and our new segment, Animal Jokes with Dr. Jim. In our case of the Week we discuss why early spaying is important, and Brittney welcomes in the snow with Tech Tips on Winter Pet Care.

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S1E8 - 008 Dental Care for Pets

We cover the what and why of preventative denta care and cleanings in pets, pet health news, Case of the Week and Tech Tips on getting your pet used to having their teeth brushed.

Episode Notes

This week we talk about Dental Care for pets. From prevention including brushing, dental chews, sprays and water additives, to full oral exams and cleanings under anesthesia including when and why we need to remove teeth. In pet health news, three new veterinary schools will be starting classes in 2020 and 2021, a study evaluates how closely cats are bonded with their owners, and new testing and treatment for Atopy in dogs. We highlight the dangers of onions in dogs in our case of the week and for Tech Tips, Brittney tells you the easiest way to get your pets to let you brush their teeth.

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S1E7 - 007 External Parasite Prevention

We discuss flea and tick prevention, how to avoid dog bites with children, our case of the week and Tech Tips on how to keep your dog from chewing up your home.

Episode Notes

In this weeks podcast, we talk about the what and when of external parasite prevention, primarily, fleas and ticks. In pet health news, we have two interesting medical cases, tips on preventing dog bites in children, and progress by University of Pennsylvania vets in developing a gene therapy for genetic night blindness in dogs. Our case of the week is Zamboni, a cat with sudden vision loss, and on Tech Tips we help dog owners deal with pets who like to chew things they shouldn't.

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S1E6 - 006 Internal Parasite Prevention: Heartworm and Intestinal Parasites

We discuss the options for internal parasite prevention, promising new treatments in Pet Health News, our Case of the Week, and Tech Tips on the use of Prong Collars in dogs.

Episode Notes

We discuss how internal parasite (heartworm and intestinal parasite) prevention works, what types of products are available, and why year round protection is important. In Pet Health News, there is a promising treatment for Parvovirus in dogs on the horizon, congress pressures the USDA to stop using kittens in testing for toxoplasmosis, Veterinary Oncologist begin a 5 year study on a Universal Cancer Vaccine in Dogs, and a recall or frozen raw food. Our case of the week is Ariel, a young cat with severe dental disease, and in Tech Tips, Brittney explains how and when to use prong collars in dogs.

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S1E5 - 005 Annual Parasite Testing

What and Why of parasite screening in dogs and cats, Pet Health News, Case of the Week and Tech Tips.

Episode Notes

We explain the what and whys of annual parasite testing for pets, discuss obesity in cats and the role of gut bacteria in diabetes and neurologic diseases, our case of the week, and Tech Tips to enrich your cat's life.

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S1E4 - 004 Feline Vaccines

We talk about the Feline Core and Non-Core vaccines, Pet health news, our Case of the Week, and Tech Tips for getting your cat to the vet.

Episode Notes

In this episode, we go over the what, why and when of the feline core and non-core vaccines. In pet health new, Zoetis hints at a new pain medication for cats and dogs that targets nerve growth factor; a veterinary cardiologist adapts a screening method from human medicine for the easy and reliable early detection of heart disease in cats; a warning about potential lead contamination in backyard chickens. We present Maude, our case of the week and discuss ways to get your cat to the vet stress free, in Tech Tips.

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S1E3 - 003 Canine Non-Core Vaccine

Dr. Jim and Brittney talk about the non-core vaccines for dogs, recommended based on lifestyle, a study that tests how well dogs can smell cancer in dogs, a lungworm surge in the UK, Case of the Week, and Tech Tips on nail care.

Episode Notes

In this episode we talk about the canine non-core vaccines, those we recommend for pets based on their lifestyle and risk of exposure. We go over the WHat, WHy and When of the Bordetella, Canine Influenza, and Lyme Disease vaccines. We discuss a study exploring the use of dogs to detect bladder cancer in dogs, a lungworm outbreak in the UK, and the Case of the Week, Nicki. Learn about the K9 Courage program to help retired military and police dogs and support the Pups4Patriots program. Brittney provides great tech tips on nail care for your dogs and cats and how to turn a potentially stressful experience, to a routine procedure.

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S1E2 - 002 Canine Core Vaccines

The Canine core vaccines, What, Why, and When. Pet Health News, Case of the Week, Foods to avoid with your pet.

Episode Notes

In this episode we delve into the core vaccines all dogs should have, what they are, why we give them, and when should they get them. In the news a mystery disease is killing dogs in Norway, a human breast cancer drug shows promise in treating canine lung cancer, and an outbreak of Leptospirosis sweeps a dog daycare center in Utah. Plus our Case of the Week, Daisy, and this week's Tech Tip, the foods should avoid feeding your pet.

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The Pet Factor is here to help you understand your pet's health needs. From preventative care to dealing with chronic illnesses, we present information on why veterinarians recommend wellness care for your pet, how we diagnose and treat sick animals, and tips to keep your pets from developing common problems. We also showcase new products available to your veterinarian and news regarding pet health.