The Tiny Vet Podcast

By Dr Nicole Su & Jez Watts

A very small podcast about big animal issues. New episodes bi-weekly Mondays with Dr Nicole Su (BSc. BVMS MANZCVS Unusual Pets) & Comedian Jez Watts.

Dr Nicole Su is an exotics veterinarian, Jez ... more

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How many episodes does The Tiny Vet Podcast have?

The podcast currently has 81 episodes available.

The Tiny Vet Podcast episodes:

January 23, 2022 21: Pets Are For Parents
Childhood pets are a source of happy memories for many people, but children should never be the *main* caretaker of any pet. Yes, pets can help to show children what responsibility looks like, but they simply lack the ability to care for a pet in full (especially when it comes to financial decisions). Nicole and Jez discuss why a pet is ultimately the parent's responsibility, and how a parent caring correctly for a pet (or collaborating with the child) can be the best way to teach responsibility.
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January 16, 2022 20: It's A Hard-Vet Life
Meeting puppies and kittens and baby rabbits are a huge perk of being a vet but there are massive downsides which can take away the joy of the job's good parts, and make the bad parts extra awful. Nicole and Jez discuss the harsh reality of being a vet, and why the veterinary industry is so punishing. (subtext: pls be nice to your vet)
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9min
January 09, 2022 19: Raw Feeding
Feeding dogs and cats raw food is touted as the best way to feed pets, and the proponents say that veterinary pushback is because of a grand conspiracy to keep pets unhealthy. Nicole and Jez discuss raw diets, the manipulative marketing behind them, but also why they can have a place in the right situation.
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9min
January 02, 2022 18: Pet Dental
Why does a scale and polish for a person cost $100 when a scale and polish for a cat or dog costs $400-600? Part of the reason comes down to the language barrier between people and dogs & cats, which means that vets can't say - "Okay, Fluffy, open up and be still - this is totally completely fine, and you have nothing to worry about." Nicole and Jez discuss the major differences between a scale and polish for a human vs a pet, why a general anaesthetic is required for pet dentals, and how to reduce the frequency of dentals for dogs.
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9min
December 26, 2021 17: Microchipping
Microchipping isn't as scary as the tin foil brigade makes it out to be, and microchips don't actually work how most people think they do. BUT! They *are* an excellent, cheap, safe, and reliable way to permanently identify your pet should the worst happen, and microchipping is mandatory for cats and dogs in many parts of the world. Nicole and Jez discuss how microchips work, and what they actually do to help lost pets get home. And spend more than a minute at the top yelling about how they aren't in vaccines.
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9min
December 19, 2021 16: Pet Insurance!
Many people don't use pet insurance to their advantage, and a common, catastrophic mistake is signing up for insurance far too late. When pet insurance is used properly, and started before any potential pre-existing conditions can be recorded, it can save pet owners not only thousands of dollars, but also from heartbreak. Nicole and Jez discuss the important things to do and look out for when getting your pet insured.
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7min
December 12, 2021 15: Fish Keeping & Tank Maintenance
Fish keeping! Usually thought of as a low maintenance, easy pet. Sadly, many new fish keepers lose their new fish to poor water quality. Fish keeping requires close attention to detail, as well as patience.

Nicole and Jez discuss the work involved with setting up a new fish tank, and common reasons why new tanks can fail.
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8min
December 05, 2021 14: Veterinary Specialties
Why is a boarded orthopedic surgeon so much more expensive than a general practice vet? Do you really get what you pay for? (Spoilers: Yes, 100%). Nicole and Jez discuss the various veterinary specialties, and why they to cost more, and are able to offer different (more successful) procedures, than general practices.
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9min
November 28, 2021 13: Stranger Danger (Advice On The Internet)
Many pet owners participate in online groups where they can discuss and share their experiences with their pets, as well as ask for advice from other pet owners. However, advice from strangers on the internet can have serious consequences, especially because they don't know what's really going on with your pet. Nicole and Jez discuss the dangers that come with seeking advice from other laymen online.
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7min
November 21, 2021 12: Flat Faces (Brachycephaly)
Squishy-faced animals are super cute! Sadly, flat-faced animals, or brachycephalics, come with a range of health issues that require lots of extra care. Nicole and Jez discuss the various issues brachycephalics can have, and the most important thing to do if you have a flat-faced pet.
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FAQs about The Tiny Vet Podcast:

How many episodes does The Tiny Vet Podcast have?

The podcast currently has 81 episodes available.