On the first "Ask the Vet" of 2022, AMC's Dr. Ann Hohenhaus talks to Dr. Daniel Cimino, Resident Veterinarian in Neurology at AMC, about Intervertebral Disc Disease (IVDD) and other neurological conditions in pets. Then she talks to William Gordon, Deputy Police Chief of the Greenfield, Massachusetts Police Department, about the transformative role of comfort dogs for first responders.

Also on this month's show:

• Viral trending animals
• Animal news
• Upcoming events at AMC's Usdan Institute for Animal Health Education

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AMC's Dr. Ann Hohenhaus interviews Andrew Darmohraj, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of the American Pet Products Association (APPA). They discuss:

• Mr. Darmohraj's work at the American Pet Products Association
• The Human Animal Bond Research Institute (HABRI)
• APPA's Global Pet Expo
• Holiday gifts for pets

Also on this month's show:

• AMC's new name
• Viral trending animals
• Animal news
• Listener Q&A
• Upcoming events at AMC's Usdan Institute for Animal Health Education

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AMC's Dr. Ann Hohenhaus interviews Dr. Nick Bacon,  Clinical Director of Fitzpatrick Referrals Oncology and Soft Tissue and Professor of Surgical Oncology at the University of Surrey School of Veterinary Medicine. They discuss:

• The emerging field of veterinary surgical oncology
• Cancer myths
• Collaborative cancer care for pets
• Types of pet cancer
• Different cancer treatments

Also on this month's show:

• Viral trending animals
• Animal news
• Listener Q&A
• Upcoming events at AMC's Usdan Institute for Animal Health Education

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In recognition of National Veterinary Technician Week, Dr. Ann Hohenhaus talks to AMC's newly-appointed and inaugural Chief Veterinary Technician, Jaclyn Mavros. They discuss:

• Jaclyn's interest in veterinary medicine and career path
• The role of the technician in veterinary practice
• The challenges and opportunities of her new role
• National Veterinary Technician Week 2021 at AMC
• How to become a veterinary technician and a veterinary technician specialist
• AMC's Veterinary Technician Internship program

Also on this month's show:

• AMC's Community Funds
• Viral trending animals
• Animal news
• Listener Q&A
• Upcoming events at AMC's Usdan Institute for Animal Health Education

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In recognition of National Disaster Preparedness Month, AMC's Dr. Ann Hohenhaus talks to her AMC colleague, Dr. Ann Marie Zollo, a board-certified veterinarian in Emergency and Critical Care. They discuss:

• Signs your pet requires emergency care
• Unusual emergencies treated at AMC
• Common pet toxins -- like lilies, chocolate, marijuana, human medications, rat poison, grapes, gum, and more
• Neurologic emergencies
• Pet emergency preparedness

Also on this month's show:

• AMC's Community Funds
• Viral trending animals
• Animal news
• Listener Q&A
• Upcoming events at AMC's Usdan Institute for Animal Health Education

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AMC's Dr. Ann Hohenhaus interviews Annie Grossman, a certified professional dog trainer and the owner and co-founder of School For The Dogs, a dog training center in New York City. They discuss pet parents' return to work and how to best manage behavioral issues and separation anxiety that may arise during the transition.

Don't miss Annie Grossman's lecture for AMC's Usdan Institute for Animal Health Education - Home Alone: Helping Dogs Adjust as We Return to the Office.

Also on this month's show:

• AMC's Year of Comprehensive Care report
• Viral trending animals
• Animal news
• Listener Q&A
• Upcoming events at AMC's Usdan Institute for Animal Health Education

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AMC's Dr. Ann Hohenhaus interviews Dr. Jolle Kirpensteijn, Chief Professional Veterinary Officer at Hill's Pet Nutrition in the United States, about cancer in pets and their work together on the World Small Animal Veterinary Association's Oncology Working Group.

Also on this month's show:

• AMC's Year of Comprehensive Care report
• Viral trending animals
• Animal news
• Listener Q&A
• Upcoming events at AMC's Usdan Institute for Animal Health Education

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AMC's Dr. Ann Hohenhaus interviews Westminster Kennel Club's Director of Communications, Gail Miller Bisher, on the highly anticipated return of the Westminster Dog Show, and speaks with PAWS (Pets Are Wonderful Support) Executive Director, Rachel Herman, about their work supporting the most vulnerable pet owners throughout the pandemic.

Also on this month's show:

• AMC's Year of Comprehensive Care report
• Viral trending animals
• Animal news
• Listener Q&A
• Upcoming events at AMC's Usdan Institute for Animal Health Education

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Dr. Ann Hohenhaus talks to Dr. Heather Brausa, Head of Primary Care at Animal Medical Center, about everything you need to know to welcome a new pet! Tune in as they discuss:

• How to know you and your family are ready for a new pet
• How to pick a vet
• What to expect at the new puppy/kitty visit
• When to spay/neuter
• What surprises most new pet owners, and more!

Also on this month's show:

• AMC's Year of Comprehensive Care report
• Viral trending animals
• Animal news
• Listener Q&A
• Upcoming events at AMC's Usdan Institute for Animal Health Education

Call us toll-free and leave a message to have your pet questions answered on next month’s Ask the Vet Listener Q&A: 866-993-8267

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• AMC's Year of Comprehensive Care report
• Viral trending animals
• Animal news
• Listener Q&A
• Upcoming events at AMC's Usdan Institute for Animal Health Education