Vet Podcast By The Vetgurus

News 5,000 Burmese pythons removed from Florida EvergladeResearch review: Study shows that painting a single wind turbine blade black reduces bird collisionNew method for calculating dogs’ age better than ‘multiply by 7’Penguins are Aussies. Or are they Kiwis? Main Topic: Exotic Parrot importation The Australian government is considering lifting the ban on importing parrots 25 years after it was introduced. Mark gets fired up about this topic. Don't be Shy - 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 products and solutions for a wide variety of

News What went right: bison poised for UK comeback, plus other good news storiesDolphins learn how to use tools from peers, just like great apes Main Topic: Hernias in birds With this bonus episode to celebrate our 150th episode we give you... another episode: Nobody wants an unwanted pouch, and birds are no different! This week Brendan quizzes Mark on hernias in birds. Don't be Shy - 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 products and solutions for a wide variety of industries throughout Australia, as well as specific markets in New Zealan

News Dolphins can learn from peers how to use shells as toolsDeadly new ‘bunny Ebola’ killing thousands of rabbits across US Main Topic: Dr Robert Johnson For this special 150th episode we have a treat for you: An interview with renowned reptile veterinarian, past president of the Australian Veterinary Association, and all round good bloke Dr Robert Johnson. We quiz Robert on how he landed a career in veterinary science, why he has a fascination with reptiles and wildlife, and what he is doing in 'semi-retirement'. An episode not to be missed. Don't be Shy - 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 s

News Cows painted with zebra-like striping can avoid biting fly attackA million mink culled in Netherlands and Spain amid Covid-19 fur farming havocA sparrow song remix took over North America with astonishing speedA compound unlike any other This week it's all news, the weird, wonderful and plain bizarre. Enjoy. Don't be Shy - 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 Microchips Australia: Microchips Australia is the Australian distributor for: Trovan microchips, readers and reading systems; Lone Star Veterinary Retractor systems and Petrek GPS tracking products. Microchips Australia is run

News Meet the scientist who took on the first Ebola scare in the U.S.Who’s your daddy? Male seahorses transport nutrients to embryos Review: Smeg Retro Coffee Machine Brendan reviews the Smeg Retro Espresso Coffee Machine. He give it a 9 out of 10 Main Topic: Bladder Flushing This week we discuss the how and why of flushing bladders in small mammals, with a particular emphasis on rabbits. 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 Don't be Shy - say Hi! Send us an email: VetGurus@Gmail.com. We love hearing from our listeners -give us a yell now! Support our sponsors Chemical Essentials. Cleaning and disinfection products and solutions for a wide variety of industries throughout Australia, as well as spec

News One couple in India is buying land — and letting it go wildThese animals have nipples on their butts and that is not the most fascinating thing about them Don't be Shy - say Hi! Don't forget to drop us a line to say hi: VetGurus@gmail.com Main Topic: Tapeworm Cysts in Rabbits Parasites are the topic this week. Specifically tapeworm cysts in pet rabbits. Mark quizzes Brendan about these fascinating parasites - how to diagnose, treat, and prevent. 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 Microchips Australia: Microchips Australia is the Australian distributor for: Trovan microchips, readers and reading systems; Lone Star Veterinary Retractor systems and Petrek GPS tracking products. M

News L.A. bans exotic animals from house partiesFatal virus that makes bird feathers fall out could drive extinctions Main Topic: Basic Avian Husbandry This week we go over the basics of Avian Husbandry. We discuss the excellent presentation of the same given by Dr Catherine Apuli at the recent VetFest online conference of the Australian Veterinary Association. 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 Don't be Shy - say Hi! Send us an email: VetGurus@Gmail.com. We love hearing from our listeners -give us a yell now! Support our sponsors Microchips Australia: Microchips Australia is the Australian distributor for: Trovan microchips, readers and reading systems; Lone Star Veterinary Retractor systems and Petrek

News Why cats have more lives than dogs when it comes to snakebiteC.D.C. Warns of ‘Aggressive’ Rats Searching for Food During Shutdowns Review Brendan reviews the book Night Walks by Charles Dickens. Its get a calculated 8.6 out of 10. Main Topic: Red urine in Rats Red urine in Rats - what causes it, how do we treat it and can we prevent it? Listen to this week's episode to find out all the answers, and more! 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 Don't be Shy - say Hi! Send us an email: VetGurus@Gmail.com. We love hearing from our listeners -give us a yell now! Support our sponsors Chemical Essentials. Cleaning and disinfection products and solutions for a wide variety of industries throughout Au

Don't be Shy - say Hi! Send us an email: VetGurus@Gmail.com. We love hearing from our listeners -give us a yell now! News Microscopic feather features reveal fossil birds' colors and explain why cassowaries shineWhy do cats sit in a taped square or circle? Main Topic: Spinal Osteopathy in Reptiles This week we discuss a frustrating disease syndrome of reptiles: Spinal Osteopathy. What is it, what are the treatment options, and how can it be prevented? 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 Specialised Animal Nutrition. Specialised Animal Nutrition is the Australian distributor of Oxbow Animal Health products. Used and recommended by top exotic animal veterinarians around the globe,

News 'We're not talking about Garfield': MPs investigate cats' wildlife tollWhales Feces Represent One of the Greatest Allies Against Climate Change— Even More Than TreesSounds of silent space come to life in must-listen soundtrackScientists discover three new species of pterosaurs in the SaharaSnakes have friends tooMysterious night parrots may be blinded by the night Main Topic: World Update Mark and Brendan update the happenings in the veterinary and animal world this week, including a discussion of endocasts. What is an endocast? Listen to find out! 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 Don't be Shy - say Hi! Send us an email: VetGurus@Gmail.com. We love hearing from our listeners -give us a yell now!

News Former Zoos SA vet and conservationist receives Queen’s birthday awardAvian Influenza: UK now disease-free but Chief Vet urges vigilance Main Topic: Marsupialisation of rabbit dental abscesses Marsupialisation is often a good option for the treatment of rabbit dental abscesses. Brendan and Mark go over the 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 Don't be Shy - say Hi! Send us an email: VetGurus@Gmail.com. We love hearing from our listeners -give us a yell now! Support our sponsors Chemical Essentials. Cleaning and disinfection products and solutions for a wide variety of industries throughout Australia, as well as specific markets in New Zealand, Singapore and Papua New Guinea. The sole importer of

News Bird-watching has boomed during the pandemicSpot the robot is reminding parkgoers in Singapore to keep their distance from one another Main Topic: Bumblefoot in Birds Foot problems in birds: troublesome, challenging, slow to heal... just plain frustrating! Worry no more as Mark and Brendan discuss the challenges of treating foot problems in our avian friends, and provide some top tips. 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 Don't be Shy - say Hi! Send us an email: VetGurus@Gmail.com. We love hearing from our listeners -give us a yell now! Support our sponsors Chemical Essentials. Cleaning and disinfection products and solutions for a wide variety of industries throughout Australia, as well as speci

News New farm subsidy scheme declared a win for wildlifeDog domestication during ice age Main Topic: Basic Snake care This week we give the rundown on basic snake care from the client perspective. Mark and Brendan discuss what species are suitable for a new reptile owner, the basics of enclosure setup and maintenance, and give an overview of preventative health and common signs of illness in pet snakes. 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 Don't be Shy - say Hi! Send us an email: VetGurus@Gmail.com. We love hearing from our listeners -give us a yell now! Support our sponsors Specialised Animal Nutrition. Specialised Animal Nutrition is the Australian distributor of Oxbow Animal Health products. Used

News Where Do Eels Come From?Wildlife experts find hope amongst the ashes on Kangaroo IslandX is greater than Y: Chromosomes may explain why women outlive menBugged: Earth's land insects are disappearingOrcas Eat Great White Sharks—New Insights Into Rare Behaviour RevealedFake animal news abounds on social media as coronavirus upends life Main Topic: More News Brendan and Mark catch up with the latest, and greatest veterinary and wildlife news. Don't be Shy - say Hi! Send us an email: VetGurus@Gmail.com. We love hearing from our listeners -give us a yell now! Support our sponsors Microchips Australia: Microchips Australia is the Australian distributor for: Trovan microchips, readers and reading systems; Lone Star Veterinary Retractor systems and Petrek GPS tracking products. Microchips Australia is run by veterinarians experienced in small and large animal as well as avian and exotic practice, they know exactly what is needed for your practice. Specialised Animal Nutrition. Spe

News How did this rare pink manta get its colour?Lizards keep it local when it comes to colour change Main Topic: Constipation in reptiles "My snake has not defaecated in 2 months..". Not an uncommon conversation with a client. This week we talk about constipation in reptiles. How often should reptiles defaecate - what is normal? What are the telltale signs of constipation, and how do we approach this sticky problem? Don't be Shy - say Hi! Send us an email: VetGurus@Gmail.com. We love hearing from our listeners -give us a yell now! Support our sponsors Chemical Essentials. Cleaning and disinfection products and solutions for a wide variety of industries throughout Australia, as well as specific markets in New Zealand, Singapore and Papua New Guinea. The sole importer of the internationally acclaimed F10SC Disinfectant and its related range of advanced cleaning, personal hygiene and animal skin care products. Microchips Australia: Microchips Australia is the Australian distribut

News A better pregnancy test for whalesBears Kept Stealing Honey From This Man’s Bee Farm, So He Turned Them Into Honey TastersScientists recruit albatrosses to patrol the ocean for illegal fishing boatsUniversity of South Australia research reveals dogs, cats and lizards are a vital lifeline for the elderly Don't be Shy - say Hi! Don't forget to drop us a line to say hi: VetGurus@gmail.com Review Mark reviews the book Dark Emu. He gives it a 9 out of 10. Main Topic: Toxicity of Frogs to Dogs This week's topic is bit of an unusual one - even for the VetGurus! Mark and Brendan discuss the toxicity of Green Tree Frogs to dogs. 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 Specialised Anima

News Don't blame bats for their zoonotic virusesWinter, the llama: cuddly and full of antibodies to fight coronavirus Main Topic: Flystrike in Rabbits Flystrike can be a devastating disease for pets. Rabbits are one species particularly prone to myiasis. Brendan and Mark discuss treatment options and prevention for fly strike in rabbits. Don't be Shy - say Hi! Send us an email: VetGurus@Gmail.com. We love hearing from our listeners -give us a yell now! Support our sponsors Specialised Animal Nutrition. Specialised Animal Nutrition is the Australian distributor of Oxbow Animal Health products. Used and recommended by top exotic animal veterinarians around the globe,  the Oxbow range comprises premium life-staged feeds and supportive care products for small herbivores. Chemical Essentials. Cleaning and disinfection products and solutions for a wide variety of industries throughout Australia, as well as specific markets in New Zealand, Singapore and Papua New Guinea. The sole impo

News Flamingos' complex social lives include friends, enemies and maybe even frenemiesApp to help owners monitor congestive heart failure in their pets Review When times get tough.. tough men get the Remington Rapid Cut Turbo. Brendan reviews this hair clipper he recently purchased, to avoid the hairdresser/barber during lockdown. His family at home can express their creative instincts on his cranium. Rating: 8.6/10. Main Topic: Microchip implantation We get chipping this week - It's all about microchips in all sorts of species. How to implant, where in the animal to place the implant, details about scanning, ID etc. Don't be Shy - say Hi! Send us an email: VetGurus@Gmail.com. We love hearing from our listeners -give us a yell now! Support our sponsors Microchips Australia: Microchips Australia is the Australian distributor for: Trovan microchips, readers and reading systems; Lone Star Veterinary Retractor systems and Petrek GPS tracking products. Microchips Australia is run b

News The ‘cone of shame’ makes pets miserableDo rabbits need each other? Effects of single versus paired housing on rabbit body temperature and behaviour in a UK shelter Review We just had to review it - you know what we are talking about: Tiger King, the series on Netflix. What do we score it out of 10: we can't say here - just listen to the podcast! Main Topic: Pick Me - Getting into Veterinary Science and choosing a path once graduated This week we try to answer two common questions we receive via email: How do I get into a veterinary related course? and How do I get into the field of interest once I graduate? Great questions, and no wonder they are commonly asked. Links Unusual Pet and Avian Veterinarians Wildlife Disease Association Association of Exotic Mammal Veterinarians Association of Reptile and Amphibian Veterinarians Don't be Shy - say Hi! Send us an email: VetGurus@Gmail.com. We love hearing from our listeners -give us a yell now! Support our sponsors

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 News SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19): Fomites, Pets, & TransmissionPlague Inc. gives a quarter of a million dollars to fight COVID-19 Main Topic: Home visits Most veterinarians will have performed home visits at some time in their careers. With the recent events surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic, Brendan and Mark discuss the logistics of doing a home visit to pets in need during these trying times. Support our sponsors Microchips Australia: Microchips Australia is the Australian distributor for: Trovan microchips, readers and reading systems; Lone Star Veterinary Retractor systems and Petrek GPS tracking products. Microchips Australia is run by veterinarians experienced in small and large