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Facing the Hardest Decisions for Your Pet with Dr. Alex Avery
Tripawds podcast Episode #139: Rene is joined by veterinary surgeon Dr. Alex Avery to discuss one of the hardest parts of caring for a seriously ill pet: making treatment decisions when there are no easy answers. Whether you're facing amputation, cancer treatment, surgery, or end-of-life care, emotions, finances, quality of life, and uncertainty can make every option feel overwhelming. Dr. Avery…
Short Legs, Strong Spirit - Amputation for Chondrodysplastic Breeds
Tripawds Podcast Episode #137: Rene is joined by Dr. Giovanni Tremolada, surgical oncologist at the Colorado State University Animal Cancer Center, to discuss a question many pet parents have wondered about for years. Can short-legged, long-bodied dogs successfully adapt after losing a limb? Breeds like Dachshunds, Corgis, Basset Hounds, and French Bulldogs have a unique body structure that often…
Facing Osteosarcoma - Treatment Options for Tripawds
Tripawds Podcast Episode #136: Rene is joined by Dr. Deanna Worley, surgical oncologist at the Colorado State University Animal Cancer Center, for a compassionate and practical conversation about one of the hardest decisions pet parents face: limb amputation when cancer is involved. Dr. Worley explains how she evaluates dogs and cats who may not be “perfect” amputation candidates, including…
Veterinary Cannabis for Pain Relief, Behavior and Recovery
Tripawds Podcast Episode #135: Rene is joined by returning guest Dr. Casara Andre, a Colorado-based veterinarian specializing in behavioral health and veterinary cannabis medicine. This is a thoughtful, science-based discussion for Tripawd caregivers who want to better understand cannabis medicine and how it may fit into their pet’s care plan. Dr. Andre shares how cannabis is currently being used…
Cat Amputation Recovery and the Zero Pain Philosophy
Tripawds Podcast Episode #134: Amputation pain in cats is complex and often misunderstood. Veterinary pain specialist Carl Bradbrook shares how the Zero Pain Philosophy shapes modern feline pain management and recovery. Pain after amputation can look very different in cats, and it is often harder to recognize and manage than many pet parents expect. In this episode of Tripawd Talk Radio, Rene…
Smarter Cancer Staging for Pets Facing Amputation or Surgery
Tripawds Podcast Episode #133: Veterinary surgical oncologist Dr. Maureen Griffin from the Colorado State university Flint Animal Cancer Center shares her work as part of a collaborative oncology team advancing cancer care for dogs and cats. With this in-depth conversation Dr. Griffin reveals how veterinary cancer treatment is becoming more precise, less invasive, and more informative for pet…
Helping Tripawds Live Their Best Life with Dr. Dujo
Tripawds Podcast Episode #132: In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Mauricio Dujowich (aka: Dr. Dujo) — board-certified veterinary surgeon, certified canine rehab therapist, and founder of the Bone, Joint & Spine Center at The Veterinary Referral Center (VRCCO) in Bend, Oregon. Join us for a talk about what truly helps three-legged dogs and cats thrive. Dr. Dujo explains why rehab matters, how…
Tripawds Podcast Episode #131: We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Nancy Kay back to the show for an important discussion about animal welfare and the hard decisions pet owners face about amputation for their four legged friends. Dr. Kay is one of the first voices who taught us how important it is to advocate for our pets. So if you’ve ever walked into a vet clinic feeling overwhelmed or unsure what…
Dr. Nicola Mason Discusses CAR iNKT Cell Therapy Clinical Trial for Dogs with Osteosarcoma Lung Mets
Tripawd Talk Radio 130: In this inspiring episode of Tripawd Talk, we’re joined by Dr. Nicola Mason, a leading veterinary immunologist at the University of Pennsylvania, to discuss her groundbreaking work in treating osteosarcoma in dogs. Dr. Mason explains how immunotherapy — specifically CAR T-cell therapy — is showing promise for dogs with metastatic bone cancer. You'll learn about a brand-new…
Tripawd Talk Radio #129: Today on Tripawd Talk Radio, Rene chats with Dr. Kristen Couto, a compassionate board-certified veterinary oncologist based in Bend, Oregon. Dr. Couto walks us through the latest cancer treatment breakthroughs—from promising new vaccines to immunotherapy options that could extend survival time and improve quality of life. Whether you're just starting yourTripawd Journey or…