The Pet Factor www.brookfieldvets.com Pinecast (https://pinecast.com) en-USJames Hosek James Hosek jehosek@brookfieldvets.com no The Pet Factor www.brookfieldvets.com https://storage.pinecast.net/podcasts/covers/4fd1b4df-67e0-4b7d-86d8-f1153184c50c/The_Pet_Factor_Logo_3000.png episodic 2019 News on pet health, wellness, and the latest in Veterinary Medicine. S1E32 - 032 St Patricks Day Special https://pinecast.com/guid/6e876ae0-5fe9-4696-a465-2ecf5ab3aa17 Tue, 17 Mar 2020 13:00:00 -0000 00:07:28 Enjoy your quarantine with a few laughs from The Pet Factor on our St. Patrick's Day Special. https://the-pet-factor.pinecast.co/episode/6e876ae05fe94696/032-st-patricks-day-special Episode Notes

Enjoy your quarantine with a few laughs from The Pet Factor on our St. Patrick's Day Special.

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]]> 032 St Patricks Day Special no 1 32 S1E31 - 031 Mammary Tumors in Pets https://pinecast.com/guid/e4c336e7-5c80-441e-8f9d-21df8cd96aba Fri, 13 Mar 2020 00:38:34 -0000 00:27:51 We discuss mammary tumors in cats and dogs, including diagnosis, treatment and prevention. In Pet Health News, how COVID-19 is affecting veterinary medicine and a Hero Dog saves two cats. Riley is our case of the week and in Tech tips Brittney gives the p https://the-pet-factor.pinecast.co/episode/e4c336e75c80441e/031-mammary-tumors-in-pets Episode Notes

In this episode of The Pet Factor, we discuss mammary tumors in cats and dogs; including diagnosis, treatment and prognosis. We also discuss the best way to prevent them in your pet. In Pet Health news we talk about how the COVID-19 virus is indirectly affecting veterinary medicine and a possible case of a canine infection. Riley is our case of the week and Brittney details the practical reasons to get your cats and dogs spayed and neutered other than the obvious health reasons.

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]]> 031 Mammary Tumors in Pets no 1 31 S1E30 - 030 Bladder Stones in Dogs https://pinecast.com/guid/fa195434-854d-499f-baac-af936d704d5b Thu, 05 Mar 2020 14:06:48 -0000 00:24:53 We discuss bladder stones in dogs, what causes them, how we diagnose them and treatments available. In Pet news we talk about Simparica Trio and the Pet Cube. Chance is our case of the week and Brittney has tips to help pet owners get a urine sample at ho https://the-pet-factor.pinecast.co/episode/fa195434854d499f/030-bladder-stones-in-dogs Episode Notes

In this episode of The Pet Factor, our help topic is bladder stones in dogs, the causes, how we diagnose them, and different ways they can be treated. In our Pet News segment we introduce Simparica Trio, the first all in one parasite preventative in a convenient Chewable tablet, available this April and a Ukranian inventor comes up with a way to deal with your pet’s being bored when you are away. The Pet Cube in an interactive device you control with your phone to watch, talk with and play with your pets when you’re not home. For our Case of the Week, we talk about Chance, one of our successful patients with Atopy and the great medications we have to treat this difficult skin condition. In Tech Tips, Brittney discusses creative ways pet parents can get a urine sample at home. Don’t forget to subscribe to our YouTube channel and follow the podcast on your favorite podcast service to get the latest episode. You can find a list of links where to find us and past episodes on our blog page at https://brookfieldvets.net/blog/135860-check-out-our-podcast-the-pet-factor

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]]> 030 Bladder Stones in Dogs no 1 30 S1E29 - 029 The Blocked Cat https://pinecast.com/guid/95615fa0-85c9-45c8-b7ed-59d1dcb60159 Thu, 27 Feb 2020 14:00:00 -0000 00:31:39 We talk about urinary obstructions in cats and a new diet to prevent cat allergies in people. We also present our case of the week and Brittney’s tech tips to pick the right litter box. https://the-pet-factor.pinecast.co/episode/95615fa085c945c8/029-the-blocked-cat Episode Notes

In this episode of The Pet Factor we talk about the blocked cat, a life-threatening condition where the urinary tract becomes obstructed and emergency care is essential. We discuss the causes, symptoms and treatment. In Pet News, Purina will be launching a new cat food to reduce allergies in people and Chinese pet owners modify surgical masks to protect their cats from coronavirus; but is it necessary? Our case of the week is Valentino who presented with abscess on his face, and Brittney talks litter boxes in Tech Tips. Don’t forget to follow the podcast on your favorite podcast service to get the latest episode. You can find a list of links where to find us and past episodes on our blog page at https://brookfieldvets.net/blog/135860-check-out-our-podcast-the-pet-factor

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]]> 029 The Blocked Cat no 1 29 S1E28 - 028 Glaucoma in Pets https://pinecast.com/guid/ba370298-d9d8-4fa8-a6f1-b0ea328d6916 Thu, 20 Feb 2020 14:00:00 -0000 00:33:23 We talk about the causes, diagnosis and treatment of glaucoma in pets, how the $6 million-dollar Super Bowl ad for UW inspired another donation, and answer the question “Do dogs get jealous?” Also, we present our Case of the Week and Brittney suggests way https://the-pet-factor.pinecast.co/episode/ba370298d9d84fa8/028-glaucoma-in-pets Episode Notes

In this episode of the pet factor, we discuss the types and causes of glaucoma in cats and dogs, how we diagnose the condition, and treatment options available to pet parents. We start off with our Pet News segment and an update on the Super Bowl ad for Scout from Weather tech that now has inspired another donation for the University of Wisconsin Vet School. Dr. Hosek discusses a study that tries to determine if dogs get jealous. Our case of the week is Azlin, a kitty who presented with severe glaucoma and Brittney offers Tech Tips on introducing a new baby to the household pets. Don’t forget to follow the podcast on your favorite podcast service to get the latest episode. You can find a list of links where to find us and past episodes on our blog page at https://brookfieldvets.net/blog/135860-check-out-our-podcast-the-pet-factor

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]]> 028 Glaucoma in Pets no 1 28 S1E27 - 027 Valentine's Day Special https://pinecast.com/guid/c42f7caf-5edf-46f4-a13e-c641c363b26a Sat, 15 Feb 2020 03:39:51 -0000 00:09:29 Dr. Jim Hosek and Guest Host, Monica, prove love is hilarious on our Valentine's Day Joke Special. https://the-pet-factor.pinecast.co/episode/c42f7caf5edf46f4/027-valentine-s-day-special Episode Notes

Curl up with you favorite person and pet and enjoy our favorite Valentine's Day jokes.

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]]> 027 Valentine's Day Special no 1 27 S1E26 - 026 Congestive Heart Failure in Pets https://pinecast.com/guid/7bb6b570-cf12-4273-8a59-a39f6ee62986 Thu, 13 Feb 2020 14:00:00 -0000 00:39:14 We talk about the causes, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of congestive heart failure in pets. A shelter adopts out the “Worst Cat in the World.” Artificial Intelligence can now predict kidney failure in cats. Case of the week: What does having the MDR1 https://the-pet-factor.pinecast.co/episode/7bb6b570cf124273/026-congestive-heart-failure-in-pets Episode Notes

This week on The Pet Factor, we talk about congestive heart failure in pets; the causes, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment. In Pet News, a North Carolina shelter offers the World’s Worst Cat for no adoption fee and gets hundreds of takers! RenalTech from Antech predicts it your cat is at risk for developing renal failure using artificial intelligence. Cash is the Case of the week and we talk about what his MDR1 gene means for him. Brittney give tips on creating a mixed household. The best ways to introduce cats and dogs to each other. Don’t forget to follow the podcast on your favorite podcast service to get the latest episode. You can find a list of links where to find us and past episodes on our blog page at https://brookfieldvets.net/blog/135860-check-out-our-podcast-the-pet-factor

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]]> 026 Congestive Heart Failure in Pets no 1 26 S1E25 - 025 Hip and Elbow Dysplasia - Part 2 https://pinecast.com/guid/c1db8bb2-ccfc-455d-9b82-63aa07222fa7 Fri, 07 Feb 2020 02:21:49 -0000 00:34:05 We finish our two-part series on elbow and hip dysplasia discussing treatment options. In pet news, the story behind the WeatherTech Super Bowl Ad and the Hero Vet Awards. We have an update in case of the week, and tech tips focuses on adopting senior cat https://the-pet-factor.pinecast.co/episode/c1db8bb2ccfc455d/025-hip-and-elbow-dysplasia-part-2 Episode Notes

In this episode of The Pet Factor, we finish our two-part series on elbow and hip dysplasia talking about treatment options including supplements, medications, surgery and alternative therapies. In Pet News we bring you the story behind the WeatherTech Super Bowl ad featuring Scout MacNeil, a dog who beat the odds with a tumor on his heart thanks to the valiant efforts of the vets at the University of Wisconsin Veterinary School and information on how to nominate a Hero Vet or Veterinary Nurse in the Hero Vet Awards. We update progress on Margot, a past Case of the Week and in Tech Tips, Brittney discusses what you need to know when adopting a senior cat.

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]]> 025 Hip and Elbow Dysplasia - Part 2 no 1 25 S1E24 - 024 Groundhog's Day Special https://pinecast.com/guid/8084e8b1-cc5f-40e5-a239-6f0c271ce9d1 Sun, 02 Feb 2020 14:00:00 -0000 00:05:48 Sick back and relax as the hosts of The Pet Factor bring you their best Groundhog's Day jokes and more. https://the-pet-factor.pinecast.co/episode/8084e8b1cc5f40e5/024-groundhog-s-day-special Episode Notes

It's Groundhog's Day! We tried to find the best groundhog's day jokes out there and threw in some others just for fun. If you're not celebrating Groundhog's Day, why not?

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]]> 024 Groundhog's Day Special no 1 24 S1E23 - 023 Hip and Elbow Dysplasia - Part 1 https://pinecast.com/guid/e48f82af-09c5-49d8-8c2c-c0eaa945f999 Thu, 30 Jan 2020 14:00:00 -0000 00:34:05 We start Part 1 of our dive into elbow and hip dysplasia talking about what it is, the causes, and how we diagnose these diseases. In Pet News, the AAFP releases new guidelines for retroviruses in cats, Alaska Airline helps train guide and service dogs fo https://the-pet-factor.pinecast.co/episode/e48f82af09c549d8/023-hip-and-elbow-dysplasia-part-1 Episode Notes

In this episode of The Pet Factor, we start a two-part series on Elbow and Hip dysplasia. We talk about what it is, which dogs are most susceptible and what signs to watch for. We also discuss the best ways to diagnose the condition. We will conclude with treatment next week. In Pet news, the American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP) releases their first update on guidelines for dealing with FIV and Feline Leukemia Virus in cats in over a decade discussing screening, prevention, management, and treatment. Alaska Airlines along with Guide Dogs for the Blind helps guide dogs and service dogs acclimate to air travel with a free event. A new study tries to determine if punitive training methods for dogs has long term effects on their welfare by measuring their pessimism. Our case of the week is Rosie, a Boston Terrier with stenotic nares. Brittney has tips on living with and caring for recently adopted senior dogs.

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