Dr. Roger Welton is an experienced practicing veterinarian, successful author, blogger and media personality. Airing every Thursday at 8 AM EST, Dr. Roger discusses the pertinent pet issues of the day and addresses listener emails.
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While all sizes of dogs share the same physiology, there are certain health concerns that have different levels of prevalence depending on the size/breed of the dog. In this episode, Dr. Roger details health concerns common to small and toy breed dogs specifically. This one if dedicated to the little ones that bring so much joy to so many! Send listener emails for consideration to be addressed by…
AI is changing all aspects of our lives, in business, day to day living, how we access information, and of course, health care. In this episode, Dr. Roger details how AI and other rapidly advancing technologies are changing veterinary medicine for better and occassionally, for worse. Send listener emails for consideration to be addressed by Dr. Roger on the air to comments@web-dvm.net . Follow Dr.…
Dr. Roger makes his case for pet parents to carry Pet Insurance for their pets. Based on his extensive experience in his own practice and recently covering shifts in a 24/7 emergency and critical care hospital, Dr. Roger contrasts his experiences with pet parents of critically sick or injured pets without pet insurance, versus the ones that do. Link discussed in this episode to compare and…
Private equity has been making a strong push into the veterinary industry. Just 10 years ago, veterinary clinics owned by private equity investment firms and corporations accounted for only 8% of the industry, whereas now, that number is closer to 30% and growing. What's more, most of the time, pet parents cannot tell the difference between privately owned veterinary clinics and those held by big…
Anti-vaccine sentiment in the veterinary industry is rising, and with it, sharp rises in prevantable dangerous infectioud disease. Canine Distemper, once considered near eradicated, is making a comeback with tragic consequences. In this episode, Dr. Roger details the driving force behind rising anti-vaccine sentiment among dog and cat owners, and specifically how it puts not just anti-vax pets at…
Being itchy can compromise quality of life every bit as much as being in pain, and chronic severe itch from skin allergy is common medical concern in dogs. Thankfully in this day and age, there a multiple therapeutic options to safely help control itchy and inflamed skin. In this episode, Dr. Roger outlines the safest and most effective options for treatment of allergic itch in dogs. Send listener…
Th Iran War is causing far reaching economic consequences, including possible significant increases in the costs of veterinary care. In this episode, Dr. Roger outlines what direct and indirect ways in which the war stands to affect the veterinary industry and what measures pet parents can take right now to protect themselves. Send listener emails for consideration to be addressed by Dr. Roger on…
Cancer is currently number 1 cause of death in dogs and the number 2 cause of death in cats. In this episode, Dr. Roger discusses if current statistics represent a rise in the incidence of cancer in pets. Send listener emails for consideration to be addressed by Dr. Roger on the air to comments@web-dvm.net. Follow Dr. Roger's Facebook posts (including new podcast episodes) by sending a friend…
Kidney failure is the most common cause of death among cats. In this episode, Dr. Roger discusses all aspects of kidney failure, from proactive prevention to conventional management and cutting edge experimental treatment. Send listener emails for consideration to be addressed by Dr. Roger on the air to comments@web-dvm.net. Follow Dr. Roger's Facebook posts (including new podcast episodes) by…
The Groundhog may have seen his shadow, but Summer will be here before you know it. Tune in as Dr. Roger offers a number of tips for keeping your pets safe and happy this summer season. Send listener emails for consideration to be addressed by Dr. Roger on the air to comments@web-dvm.net. Follow Dr. Roger's Facebook posts (including new podcast episodes) by sending a friend request to his public…
Dr. Roger has observed a steady uptick over the years in stress/anxiety disorders in dogs. In this episode he discusses natural solutions to relieve stress in our nervous canine companions. Send listener emails for consideration to be addressed by Dr. Roger on the air to comments@web-dvm.net. Follow Dr. Roger's Facebook posts (including new podcast episodes) by sending a friend request to his…
