What do dog dental care, viral TikToks (@drmollysays), and vet burnout all have in common? Dr. Molly Brinkmann. In this episode, Kara sits down with Dr. Molly to explore what it’s really like to be a modern veterinarian, from navigating tough choices about pet care to the misconceptions people still have about vet medicine. They talk about career paths in animal health, pet owner mistakes (hello, brush your dog’s teeth), and how she’s using her social media platform to educate and entertain millions. Whether you’re an aspiring vet, a curious pet parent, or just a fan of funny animal content, this episode offers insight into the messy, rewarding, and very human world behind animal care.

Chapters:

(00:01:40) Becoming a Veterinarian: Childhood Dreams and Career Path

(00:04:00) Large Animal Surgery to Small Animal Practice: Why She Pivoted

(00:07:30) Euthanasia, Ethics, and the Hardest Part of Vet Life

(00:10:15) Common Misconceptions About Veterinarians and Vet Costs

(00:12:45) Pet Dental Health: Why Brushing Your Dog’s Teeth Matters

(00:15:30) TikTok Fame and Using Social Media to Educate Pet Owners

(00:18:00) Career Paths in Veterinary Medicine Beyond Being a Vet

(00:21:00) Understanding Pet Anxiety, Genetics, and Mental Health in Dogs

(00:24:30) Are Talking Button Dogs Real? Training, Behavior, and Communication

(00:27:15) The Power of Female Mentorship in Veterinary Medicine

(00:30:00) What It Means to Be a Powerful Lady as a Vet, Mom, and Leader

The Powerful Ladies podcast, hosted by business coach and strategist Kara Duffy features candid conversations with entrepreneurs, creatives, athletes, chefs, writers, scientists, and more. Every Wednesday, new episodes explore what it means to lead with purpose, create with intention, and define success on your own terms.

Whether you're growing a business, changing careers, or asking bigger questions, these stories remind you: you're not alone, and you're more powerful than you think.

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