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In this episode, Dr. James and Kirsten talk with Dr. Lauren Cassady, the owner and primary veterinarian of Heron's Crossing.  We discuss the options for and considerations around end of life care for pets.    

In this episode, Dr. James and Kirsten talk with Dr. Dustin Major, an equine surgeon at Loomis Basin Equine Medical Center, about the horse racing industry.  We discuss what's true and what isn't about some of the recent controversy surrounding the industry.  We also get into what improvements have been made to better protect horses, and what more should be done in the future.  

In this episode, Dr. James and Kirsten discuss how much it costs to own an animal.  Then, they discuss the adopt vs shop debate and the benefits of getting an animal from a shelter.

In this episode, Dr. James and Kirsten cover tips and tricks to find your missing cat before discussing arthritis and its possible treatments. 

In this episode, Dr. James and Kirsten talk with Dr. Dustin Major, an equine surgeon at Loomis Basin Equine Medical Center, about equine husbandry, handling, and laminitis - a common but potentially life threatening orthopedic disease. 

In this episode, Dr. James and Kirsten cover heartworms and the importance of prevention as a small topic, before diving into a discussion of vaccines - their importance and the (mild) risks associated with vaccination.

In this episode, Dr. James and Kirsten talk with Ariana Iacoboni, a professional dog trainer with Lorenzo's dog training team, about dog training methods and common behavioral problems in dogs.  Then, we talk with certified cat behavior consultant Ingrid Johnson about cat training and common behavioral issues in cats.

In this episode, Dr. James and Kirsten talk with Claudine Wilkins, creator of Animal Law Source, about animal abuse - warning signs, its relation to domestic abuse, and what to do if you suspect it is occurring. 

In this episode, Dr. James and Kirsten cover common pet poisons to look out for as a small topic, before diving into a discussion of diets - how to pick a good one for your pet and what to avoid.

In this episode, Dr. James and Kirsten cover "Is this an emergency or can it wait?" as a small topic, before diving into a discussion of declawing cats - both the moral considerations and the medical repercussions.