Odessa veterinarian Dr. Jim Peddicord joins me to share stories from his 45-year career caring for animals across rural Missouri. From starting his clinic in a converted lumber yard to treating everything from wolves to Burmese pythons, Jim reflects on the moments that shaped his life in veterinary medicine. We also talk horses, farm calls, breeding performance horses, and the realities of serving a small-town community. This episode is full of humor, heart, and a behind-the-scenes look at a career dedicated to animals and the people who love them.