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Dr. A for Animals

Dr. A for Animals

著者： Sharla Ansorge
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概要

 Join veterinarian Sharla Ansorge as she guides you through a wealth of science-supported information that will help you help animals. From learning how best to navigate your pets' health care and daily wellness, to finding ways to live in harmony with your local wildlife, Dr. A and her guests will give you reliable information, tools, and creative solutions so that you can keep your animal friends healthy and happy. 生物科学 科学 衛生・健康的な生活
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  • Understanding and Managing Your Pets' Medications

    Understanding and Managing Your Pets' Medications
    2026/02/12
    Giving your pet medication can feel confusing, stressful, or even overwhelming—especially if your pet isn’t cooperative. In this episode, we walk through the basics of understanding and managing your pet’s medications, including why medications are prescribed, how to read labels and instructions, tips for giving pills and liquids successfully, and what side effects to watch for. Whether your pet needs short-term treatment or long-term medication for a chronic condition, this episode is designed to help you feel more confident, informed, and supported as a pet parent.Resources:How to give medications tutorial: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DUpOWKSjsMJ/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==Time Stamps:1:00: Medications for animals4:40: Various formulations for medications5:30: Compounded and transdermal medications11:20: Generic drugs13:20: Off-label prescribing19:20: Medication labels - what’s required, and what it all means27:50: Timing of medication administration29:50: Getting the medication into the animal with minimal stress40:00: Do’s and don’t’s of giving medication in food45:30: Giving pills directly to dogs and cats 50:20: Giving liquid medication directly 52:00: Towel wrap for “handsy” pets54:55: Applying topical medications for skin, ears, eyes1:00:00: Applying transdermal medications1:02:00: Giving injectable medications1:13:00: Side note - don’t scruff the cat!1:15:30: What to do if your pet absolutely refuses all routes of medication1:21:40: Adverse drug reactions, when it’s manageable, when it’s an emergency1:37:00: Storing and handling medications1:38:00: Missed doses1:41:00: Long term/chronic medications and monitoring, managing costs1:49:00: Follow up
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    1 時間 52 分
  • Supporting pets through normal aging, age related diseases, and osteoarthritis

    Supporting pets through normal aging, age related diseases, and osteoarthritis
    2026/02/26
    Caring for an aging pet can bring both deep joy and new uncertainty. In this episode, we explore what it truly means for a wide variety of species we love as pets to grow older — including the normal, healthy changes of aging and how to recognize when something more serious may be developing.We discuss the most common medical conditions seen in senior pets, many of which can be successfully managed to maintain comfort and quality of life. Because arthritis is one of the most widespread and under-recognized problems in older animals, we take a deeper look at the subtle signs of pain, available treatment options, and practical ways to make the home environment easier for aging companions.This episode is designed to help pet owners feel empowered rather than afraid of the senior years — with guidance on preventive care, quality-of-life monitoring, and the emotional side of loving an older pet.Aging is natural. Suffering doesn’t have to be.Resources:Episode 5 on oral health and dental disease: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/oral-health-and-dental-disease-in-dogs-and-cats/id1852856063?i=1000741808188Episode 6 on quality of life, end of life, and coping with grief: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/navigating-end-of-life-for-beloved-pets-coping-with-grief/id1852856063?i=1000743400342https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9484193/https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7144988/https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3525174/
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    1 時間 31 分
  • When, Why, and How to Get Your Pet to the Vet

    When, Why, and How to Get Your Pet to the Vet
    2025/04/23
    In this episode, we cover basic recommendations for regular preventive health care for a wide variety of companion animal species. We also help you recognize signs of pain or illness in animals that signal the need for emergency care, urgent care, or less urgent medical care. We also outline tips for transporting animals in the car and helping nervous animals get through the travel and handling that occurs with any vet visit. Finally, we've got tips for managing the cost of medical care and finding a vet who can meet your pets' needs.
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    1 時間 16 分
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