Pawsit

Whatever medication, treatment or preventative care you choose to give your pet is part of an important medical decision. On this episode Dr. Sam and Dr. Robert discuss vaccines. Why do we give them? Are they safe? What are some myths and misconceptions? Tune in to find out!

Thanks for tuning in and as always, we take questions for upcoming podcasts at [email protected]. We are happy to make an entire podcast about the topic or answer the question on a shorter segment, depending on the discussion! We video this podcast as well which you can join in on at myBalto's youtube channel! 

On this episode of Pawsit, Dr. Sam and Dr.  Robert talk about bite wounds. What to do when your dog or cat is bitten?  It is so important to make sure you manage a bite wound properly or it can turn into a real mess! Listen to learn more!

Thanks for tuning in and as always, we take questions for upcoming podcasts at [email protected]. We are happy to make an entire podcast about the topic or answer the question on a shorter segment, depending on the discussion! We video this podcast as well which you can join in on at myBalto's youtube channel! 

On today's podcast Dr. Robert and Dr. Sam tackle a stinky topic, anal glands. Anal glands (or anal sacs) are two small pouches located on either side of your dog or cat's anus at approximately the four o'clock and eight o'clock positions. The walls of the sac are lined with a large number of sebaceous (sweat) glands that produce a foul-smelling fluid. It is fairly common to see diseases associated with anal sacs in our pets. Take a listen to learn more!
 
Thanks for tuning in and as always, we take questions for upcoming podcasts at [email protected]. We are happy to make an entire podcast about the topic or answer the question on a shorter segment, depending on the discussion! We video this podcast as well which you can join in on at myBalto's youtube channel! 

It’s spring time, and that means babies! On this episode Dr Sam and Dr. Robert talk about pregnancy in our cats and dogs. they discuss some of the important things to know about when preparing for a new litter of puppies or kittens. So, take a listen and learn about what to expect when your cat or dog is expecting!

Thanks for tuning in and as always, we take questions for upcoming podcasts at [email protected]. We are happy to make an entire podcast about the topic or answer the question on a shorter segment, depending on the discussion! We video this podcast as well which you can join in on at myBalto's youtube channel! 

On this episode Dr. Sam and Dr. Robert talk about some of the things we can see in our pets after they have surgery.  Anytime an animal goes under anesthesia for any reason, there can be complications.  It is important for owners to be aware of what complications may arise, what to watch for and when to ask for help. Take a listen a learn about some common things that you might see if you have a pet that has to undergo an anesthetic procedure. 

Thanks for tuning in and as always, we take questions for upcoming podcasts at [email protected]. We are happy to make an entire podcast about the topic or answer the question on a shorter segment, depending on the discussion! We video this podcast as well which you can join in on at myBalto's youtube channel! 

On this episode Dr. Sam and Dr. Robert discuss a few home remedies and over the counter things you can try with your pets when they have some mild allergies. Little changes to the environment, as well as safe over the counter products can be very helpful when you know what to use! They also mention a bit about allergies in cats. So, if your cat or dog are one of the many animals that have some discomfort when the seasons change, this episode is for you!

Thanks for tuning in and as always, we take questions for upcoming podcasts at [email protected]. We are happy to make an entire podcast about the topic or answer the question on a shorter segment, depending on the discussion! We video this podcast as well which you can join in on at myBalto's youtube channel! 

On this episode Dr. Sam sat down with Dr. Vincent Michels, DVM who is residency trained in veterinary nutrition, and is the Director of Veterinary Nutrition and Research at Just Food for dogs. We are so excited to round out our discussion on nutrition by taking about fresh food. Just food for dogs is a fresh food company with several feeding options such as fresh delivery, pantry fresh and DIY! They place importance on being evidence based and education focused. So come and learn more about feeding fresh!

Thanks for tuning in and as always, we take questions for upcoming podcasts at [email protected]. We are happy to make an entire podcast about the topic or answer the question on a shorter segment, depending on the discussion! We video this podcast as well which you can join in on at myBalto's youtube channel! 

On this episode Dr. Sam and Dr. Robert discuss heartworm disease. It is spring time, so it is a great reminder that you should be keeping your cats and dogs on their preventatives. Join us for this episode and learn more about heartworm disease, how to prevent it and what it takes to treat it. 

Thanks for tuning in and as always, we take questions for upcoming podcasts at [email protected]. We are happy to make an entire podcast about the topic or answer the question on a shorter segment, depending on the discussion! We video this podcast as well which you can join in on at myBalto's youtube channel! 

On this episode Dr. Sam and Dr. Robert talk about ascites (fluid filled abdomen). In emergency and in general practice, both Dr. Sam and Dr. Robert get to see a lot of dogs and cats that have fluid in their abdomen. There are many different fluid types and causes of ascites. Join us and learn about why this can happen, and what to do if it happens to your pet.

Thanks for tuning in and as always, we take questions for upcoming podcasts at [email protected]. We are happy to make an entire podcast about the topic or answer the question on a shorter segment, depending on the discussion! We video this podcast as well which you can join in on at myBalto's youtube channel! 

We are so excited to be joined by Dr. Sylvalyn Hammond, The Honest Vet on social media. 

We got a chance to learn about her background, and about how she is using social media to promote great veterinary advice and content. Dr. Hammond is helping to make accurate information fun and accessible to her many followers.  Follow her on intagram @thehonestvet and check out her website linktr.ee/thehonestvet.

Thanks for tuning in and as always, we take questions for upcoming podcasts at [email protected]. We are happy to make an entire podcast about the topic or answer the question on a shorter segment, depending on the discussion! We video this podcast as well which you can join in on at myBalto's youtube channel!