TAILS from the CITY

BVC surgical lead Mark Grinhaus joins Doctor B in this installment of Tails from the City to talk about the extraordinary measures BVC takes with all surgical procedures - from the administrative process pre-surgical visit to the operating room and through recovery - it's all part of removing fear from pets and clients and providing a Fear Free environment.

Exotic pets, three new doctors and new client applications are now front and center within the BVC Community and highlighted with a quick 'Look at the Clinic" to start this episode of Tails from the City. For clients who cherish more time learning how best to take care of your pet and prevent unnecessary and expensive visits, this podcast serves as an important compliment to your visit where time is limited.

Clinic friend and Advanced Animal Trainer Vivian Zottola, a specialist with dog behavior and anxieties, is in the guest chair of this episode of Tails from the City. While we learn that you can't train away a phobia, Vivian and host Dr. Brian Bourquin (Dr. B) share their educated thoughts about a range of topics including animal relationship therapy and canine anxiety. Of lesser note, but meaningful nonetheless, the installation of the Seaport saltwater fish tank is publicly announced.

Exotics are the focus of this episode of Tails from the City as BVC's Dr. Jess joins Doctor B. to talk about all aspects of FEAR FREE exotic (non dog & cat) care in Massachusetts and at the Clinic. A special 'shout out' to Northeastern co-op students now working with BVC preparing for veterinary school.

New Boston Veterinary Clinic behavioral specialist, Dr. Lindsay joins Dr. B in this episode of Tails from the City focusing on our pets' minds. Dr. Lindsay talks about the challenges of boarding, training facilities, telemedicine, and an overview of fear and anxiety - the leading stressors in pet behavior.

Selecting a veterinarian and a specialist for your pet is one of the most crucial aspects of pet ownership. Dr Brian Bourquin talks about some of the most important things to look for when selecting a vet and is joined by new BVC acupuncturist Mike McGuill with the lowdown on acupuncture for pets.

Following the opening of BVC Seaport, Dr. B is seeing a lot of new kittens and puppies and has some great advice for families thinking about an addition before that addition becomes reality. Current news has BVC hiring for all positions at Seaport and Dr. B commenting on his recent Boston Globe publicity around vaccinating our veterinarians.

In this special New Year's 2021 episode of 'Tails from the City', Dr. B. is in high spirits as the New Year turns to January. January 19 means the official opening of Boston Veterinary Clinic's new location in Seaport and there's a lot of appreciation to share among the BVC Community for a job well done during an extraordinary year past.