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Main Topic: Top Ten Testicle Tips It's rapid fire tips this week - Ten Top Tips for testicles.... get stuck in! VetGurus Merchandise - VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items. All purchases help support our podcast , helping pay for our production costs. So the bonus for you is that you get some great merchandise and you feel good inside for supporting us - win:win. So click on this link and get shopping. Order now: VetGurus Shop. Say Hi! Send us an email: VetGurus@Gmail.com. We love hearing from our listeners - give us a yell now! Become a Patron Become a Patron of VetGurus: Support us by 'throwing a bone' to the VetGurus - a small regular donation to help pay for our production costs. It's easy; just go to our Patreon site. You can be a rabbit.. or an echidna.. one day we are hoping for a Guru level patron! https://www.patreon.com/VetGurus Support our Sponsors Chemical Essentials. Cleaning and disinfection product

News 'Demon ducks of doom' laid melon-size eggs in prehistoric Australia Why so many Australians are feeding native birds Main Topic: Cheek teeth removal in Rabbits Toothy time this week - tackling a tough tooth topic: removal of cheek teeth in rabbits. Also see our previous podcasts on rabbit dental disease: Episodes 26 and 35: Dental Disease in Rabbits Part 1 and 2 84: Complex Rabbit Dental Cases 132: Mandibular fractures in Rabbits 142: Marsupialisation of tooth abscesses in rabbits VetGurus Merchandise - VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items. All purchases help support our podcast , helping pay for our production costs. So the bonus for you is that you get some great merchandise and you feel good inside for supporting us - win:win. So click on this link and get shopping. Order now: VetGurus Shop. Say Hi! Send us an email: VetGurus@Gmail.com. We love hearing from our listeners - give us a yell no

News In Bali, bird sellers help endangered mynah make a comeback Monkey shot, tiger roams streets as toll mounts for cartels’ exotic pets Main Topic: Seizures in Unusual Pets Seizures are not uncommonly seen in unusual and exotic pets. We discuss causes of seizures in selected species and provide a clinical approach to the fitting unusual pet. VetGurus Merchandise - VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items. All purchases help support our podcast , helping pay for our production costs. So the bonus for you is that you get some great merchandise and you feel good inside for supporting us - win:win. So click on this link and get shopping. Order now: VetGurus Shop. Say Hi! Send us an email: VetGurus@Gmail.com. We love hearing from our listeners - give us a yell now! Become a Patron Become a Patron of VetGurus: Support us by 'throwing a bone' to the VetGurus - a small regular donation to help pay for our production c

News Happy, the elephant, isn’t a person, a top New York court rules Headbutts hurt the brain, even for a musk ox Main Topic: Snake Skin Diseases It's all about skin problems in snakes this week. Brendan and Mark discuss common (and some not so common) skin issues seen in snakes. NOTE: For a deep discussion of dysecdysis (abnormal shedding) in snakes head to Episode 233. VetGurus Merchandise - VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items. All purchases help support our podcast , helping pay for our production costs. So the bonus for you is that you get some great merchandise and you feel good inside for supporting us - win:win. So click on this link and get shopping. Order now: VetGurus Shop. Say Hi! Send us an email: VetGurus@Gmail.com. We love hearing from our listeners - give us a yell now! Become a Patron Become a Patron of VetGurus: Support us by 'throwing a bone' to the VetGurus - a small regular donation to he

News This farmer using guinea pigs to control weeds is all you need to brighten your day Magpies have outwitted scientists by helping each other remove tracking devices Main Topic: Eclectus Parrots It's birds this week, with a discussion on the behaviour of pet Eclectus parrots and some of the diseases seen in this species. VetGurus Merchandise - VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items. All purchases help support our podcast , helping pay for our production costs. So the bonus for you is that you get some great merchandise and you feel good inside for supporting us - win:win. So click on this link and get shopping. Order now: VetGurus Shop. Say Hi! Send us an email: VetGurus@Gmail.com. We love hearing from our listeners - give us a yell now! Become a Patron Become a Patron of VetGurus: Support us by 'throwing a bone' to the VetGurus - a small regular donation to help pay for our production costs. It's easy; just

News No news is good news! Main Topic: Crop needle usage Mark and Brendan go over the use of crop needles - including some unusual uses for these steel rods. VetGurus Merchandise - VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items. All purchases help support our podcast , helping pay for our production costs. So the bonus for you is that you get some great merchandise and you feel good inside for supporting us - win:win. So click on this link and get shopping. Order now: VetGurus Shop. Say Hi! Send us an email: VetGurus@Gmail.com. We love hearing from our listeners - give us a yell now! Become a Patron Become a Patron of VetGurus: Support us by 'throwing a bone' to the VetGurus - a small regular donation to help pay for our production costs. It's easy; just go to our Patreon site. You can be a rabbit.. or an echidna.. one day we are hoping for a Guru level patron! https://www.patreon.com/VetGurus Support our Sponsors Sp

News Rambo the fox evades latest capture attempt in New South Wales Pilliga forest Farmer sells slice of ‘heaven’ to protect endangered species Main Topic: Foods for Unusual/Exotic Pet Practice What are some useful foods to have readily available in exotic pet practice? Listen in to find out! Links: Wombaroo Food Products Critical Care for Herbivores VetGurus Merchandise - VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items. All purchases help support our podcast , helping pay for our production costs. So the bonus for you is that you get some great merchandise and you feel good inside for supporting us - win:win. So click on this link and get shopping. Order now: VetGurus Shop. Say Hi! Send us an email: VetGurus@Gmail.com. We love hearing from our listeners - give us a yell now! Become a Patron Become a Patron of VetGurus: Support us by 'throwing a bone' to the VetGurus - a small regular donation to help pay for ou

News These male spiders catapult away to avoid being cannibalized after sex The climate impact of wild pigs greater than a million cars Main Topic: Exotic Pet Practice Differences We often talk about how the approach to cases in Unusual & Exotic pet practice is similar to the approach for other species/practices. There are, however, aspects of exotic pet practice which are totally different to general practice and we discuss some of these this week. Sit back, grab your favourite beverage, enjoy (and embrace) the unusual aspects of exotic pet practice! VetGurus Merchandise - VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items. All purchases help support our podcast , helping pay for our production costs. So the bonus for you is that you get some great merchandise and you feel good inside for supporting us - win:win. So click on this link and get shopping. Order now: VetGurus Shop. Say Hi! Send us an email: VetGurus@Gmail.com. We l

News Wolf or dog? Dingo genome reveals answer lies somewhere in between How lizards keep detachable tails from falling off Main Topic: Bird Beaks (Part 2) We follow up from Episode 235 which covered bird beaks. In that episode we covered repair of birds beaks. This week we chat about the reshaping of bird beaks in more detail, and delve into some more rare or complicated beak issues in various avian species. VetGurus Merchandise - VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items. All purchases help support our podcast , helping pay for our production costs. So the bonus for you is that you get some great merchandise and you feel good inside for supporting us - win:win. So click on this link and get shopping. Order now: VetGurus Shop. Say Hi! Send us an email: VetGurus@Gmail.com. We love hearing from our listeners - give us a yell now! Become a Patron Become a Patron of VetGurus: Support us by 'throwing a bone' to the VetG

News Tunnels and scent trails 'beneficial' to ferret welfare Vegan diet the ‘healthiest, least harmful’ choice for dogs Main Topic: Sarcoptic Mange in ferrets This week we cover sarcoptic mange in ferrets. This is a relatively commonly encountered condition on pet ferrets in Australia, yet infrequently reported in other regions. VetGurus Merchandise - VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items. All purchases help support our podcast , helping pay for our production costs. So the bonus for you is that you get some great merchandise and you feel good inside for supporting us - win:win. So click on this link and get shopping. Order now: VetGurus Shop. Say Hi! Send us an email: VetGurus@Gmail.com. We love hearing from our listeners - give us a yell now! Become a Patron Become a Patron of VetGurus: Support us by 'throwing a bone' to the VetGurus - a small regular donation to help pay for our production costs. It's easy;

News A dolphin stranded on a Texas beach dies after beachgoers attempted to ride it Apes, robots and men: the life and death of the first space chimp Review: Australian Bird Guide Brendan has a book review this week: The Australian Bird Guide. It is an essential item for all those twitchy and not so twitchy bird lovers or anyone visiting Australia. The illustrations and layout are excellent. It earns a top 8.6 out of 10 rating. Main Topic: Nasolacrimal Duct Flushing in Rabbits We dive into the practicalities of flushing the rabbit nasolacrimal duct this week. This is a commonly performed procedure (and we discuss why) in exotic pet practice. Mark and Brendan give their tips on performing this procedure. VetGurus Merchandise - VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items. All purchases help support our podcast , helping pay for our production costs. So the bonus for you is that you get some great merchandise and you feel good i

News Like elephants, grandmother giraffes spend years caring for young The U.S.’s first open-air genetically modified mosquitoes have taken flight Main Topic: Respiratory diseases in Shingleback lizards It's reptiles this week: specifically Shingleback lizards (Tiliqua rugosa), also known as the bobtail, sleepy lizard, two-headed skink, stumpy-tailed skink, pinecone lizard, bobeye or boggi, amongst other names! We delve deep into respiratory diseases seen in this species. Sit back, relax and listen. Don't be Shy - say Hi! Send us an email: VetGurus@Gmail.com. We love hearing from our listeners - give us a yell now! About our Podcast Our podcast is for veterinarians, veterinary students and veterinary nurses/technicians. If you are at pet owner please search elsewhere - there are lots of great podcasts aimed specifically at pet owners. The veterinary podcast about veterinary medicine and surgery, current news items of interest, case reports and anecdotes. Wait: It’s not all abou

News Spix’s Macaw heads list of first bird extinctions confirmed this decade Plan to rein deer growth on Melbourne’s outskirts Review: Severance TV series Brendan reviews the disturbing Apple TV series severance. A solid 8.6/10 score. Series 2 has been given the green light. Main Topic: Dealing with troublesome clients It's everyone's nightmare: the angry client. It wrecks your day, your week, maybe even longer. This week we discuss strategies to deal with the angry client, and tips to prevent the situation occurring in the first place. VetGurus Merchandise - VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items. All purchases help support our podcast , helping pay for our production costs. So the bonus for you is that you get some great merchandise and you feel good inside for supporting us - win:win. So click on this link and get shopping. Order now: VetGurus Shop. Say Hi! Send us an email: VetGurus@Gmail.com. We love hearin

News ‘Smart patrols’: The new hope for Malaysia’s last tigers Here’s how boa constrictors squeeze their dinner without suffocating themselves Review: Reacher streaming series Mark reviews (and raves) about the streaming series Reacher. It is available on Amazon Prime. He rates it a strong 8.6 out of 10. Main Topic: Geriatric Guinea Pig Care Caring for the elderly Guinea Pig is this weeks main topic. We discuss the common problems found in aged guinea pigs, how to provide quality of care and more. VetGurus Merchandise - VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items. All purchases help support our podcast , helping pay for our production costs. So the bonus for you is that you get some great merchandise and you feel good inside for supporting us - win:win. So click on this link and get shopping. Order now: VetGurus Shop. Say Hi! Send us an email: VetGurus@Gmail.com. We love hearing from our listeners - give us a yell now

News Fenced-off regions to help make greater bilbies great again in NSW  The spongy moth’s new name replaces an ethnic slur Main Topic: Bird Beak Repair Brendan quizzes Mark on repair of beak injuries in birds for this weeks main topic. VetGurus Merchandise - VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items. All purchases help support our podcast , helping pay for our production costs. So the bonus for you is that you get some great merchandise and you feel good inside for supporting us - win:win. So click on this link and get shopping. Order now: VetGurus Shop. Say Hi! Send us an email: VetGurus@Gmail.com. We love hearing from our listeners - give us a yell now! Become a Patron Become a Patron of VetGurus: Support us by 'throwing a bone' to the VetGurus - a small regular donation to help pay for our production costs. It's easy; just go to our Patreon site. You can be a rabbit.. or an echidna.. one day we are hoping for

News Psychedelic toad’s sought- after venom puts rare reptile at risk Dead as a dodo … but maybe not for much longer   Main Topic: Abnormal caecotrophs in Rabbits Intermittent soft stools (ISS) or abnormal/excess production of caecotrophs is commonly seen in exotic pet practice. We cover the ins and outs of this syndrome. Sit back, relax and enjoy the conversation VetGurus Merchandise - VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items. All purchases help support our podcast , helping pay for our production costs. So the bonus for you is that you get some great merchandise and you feel good inside for supporting us - win:win. So click on this link and get shopping. Order now: VetGurus Shop. Say Hi! Send us an email: VetGurus@Gmail.com. We love hearing from our listeners - give us a yell now! Become a Patron Become a Patron of VetGurus: Support us by 'throwing a bone' to the VetGurus - a small regular donation to help pa

News How 100 baby birds are holding up the defence department’s plan for Port Phillip Bay Unlocking the mysterious language of hippos Main Topic: Dysecdysis in Reptiles This week we cover shedding issues in reptiles. We did cover this topic previous - back in Episode 163: Nov 13, 2020 - so we are covering this popular topic again. Signs, treatment, and prevention ... and more! VetGurus Merchandise - VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items. All purchases help support our podcast , helping pay for our production costs. So the bonus for you is that you get some great merchandise and you feel good inside for supporting us - win:win. So click on this link and get shopping. Order now: VetGurus Shop. Say Hi! Send us an email: VetGurus@Gmail.com. We love hearing from our listeners - give us a yell now! Become a Patron Become a Patron of VetGurus: Support us by 'throwing a bone' to the VetGurus - a small regular donation

News ‘Nothing to do, nowhere to go’: What happens when elephants live alone It’s official: Groundhog Day’s spring predictions no better than chance Main Topic: Corneal Lipidosis in Frogs This week Brendan and Mark discuss the fascinating syndrome of corneal lipidosis in frogs. What is it and how do we treat it? They then debate the theories of its cause and thoughts on how to prevent it. VetGurus Merchandise - VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items. All purchases help support our podcast , helping pay for our production costs. So the bonus for you is that you get some great merchandise and you feel good inside for supporting us - win:win. So click on this link and get shopping. Order now: VetGurus Shop. Say Hi! Send us an email: VetGurus@Gmail.com. We love hearing from our listeners - give us a yell now! Become a Patron Become a Patron of VetGurus: Support us by 'throwing a bone' to the VetGurus - a small regula

News These are the 5 costliest invasive species, causing billions in damages Scientists are turning to dogs to learn about the secrets of ageing Review: Tesla Powerwall 2 Brendan is in love with his battery. He reviews the Tesla Powerwall 2 and give it a stellar 9.5 out of 10. Main Topic: Lorikeet Paralysis Syndrome Mark is in detective mode. We discuss Lorikeet Paralysis Syndrome - let the mystery solving begin! Don't be Shy - say Hi! Send us an email: VetGurus@Gmail.com. We love hearing from our listeners - give us a yell now! About our Podcast Our podcast is for veterinarians, veterinary students and veterinary nurses/technicians. If you are at pet owner please search elsewhere - there are lots of great podcasts aimed specifically at pet owners. The veterinary podcast about veterinary medicine and surgery, current news items of interest, case reports and anecdotes. Wait: It’s not all about veterinary matters! We also discuss other areas we are passionate about, includin

News New app identifies dogs using nose prints The Dolittle factor: ‘Talking to the animals’ during veterinary consultations Main Topic: Intra-abdominal castration of Rodents and Guinea Pigs Intra-abdominal castration of small mammals has several advantages over the traditional desexing methods for these species. We cover the ins and outs of this procedure and walk you through the technique. VetGurus Merchandise - VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items. All purchases help support our podcast , helping pay for our production costs. So the bonus for you is that you get some great merchandise and you feel good inside for supporting us - win:win. So click on this link and get shopping. Order now: VetGurus Shop. Say Hi! Send us an email: VetGurus@Gmail.com. We love hearing from our listeners - give us a yell now! Become a Patron Become a Patron of VetGurus: Support us by 'throwing a bone' to the VetGurus - a small re