EPISODE · Sep 18, 2024 · 13 MIN
#15MinutesWithDrProença Hedgehogs and Hydromorphone: Pain Relief or Just a Little Too High?
from VETAHEAD Pod · host VETAHEAD with Dr. Laila Proença
Get ahead with VETAHEAD and join Dr. Proença on 15 minutes of ZooMed (exotic animal medicine) content. Today, let's dive into the fascinating world of hedgehog pain management. In this episode, we explore the effects of subcutaneous hydromorphone in four-toed hedgehogs. From pain relief to some rather adorable (but not so ideal) side effects—like paw raising and vocalization—this episode has it all! Find out how effective this treatment is, what to expect, and how it compares to other options like methadone. Tune in and get ready to enhance your approach to ZooMed (exotics) pet care with the latest research! Click here to get your VETAHEAD E-Magazine! Click here to receive a VETAHEAD Gift! Do you want to access more ZooMed (exotics) knowledge directly from specialists? Come with us and #jointhemovement #nospeciesleftbehind Head to VETAHEAD Website Join our VETAHEAD Community Follow @the_vetahead on Instagram Subscribe to @vetahead channel on YouTube Follow @vetahead on Facebook Follow @vetahead on TikTok
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Get ahead with VETAHEAD and join Dr. Proença on 15 minutes of ZooMed (exotic animal medicine) content. Today, let's dive into the fascinating world of hedgehog pain management. In this episode, we explore the effects of subcutaneous hydromorphone in four-toed hedgehogs. From pain relief to some rather adorable (but not so ideal) side effects—like paw raising and vocalization—this episode has it all! Find out how effective this treatment is, what to expect, and how it compares to other options like methadone. Tune in and get ready to enhance your approach to ZooMed (exotics) pet care with the latest research! Click here to get your VETAHEAD E-Magazine! Click here to receive a VETAHEAD Gift! Do you want to access more ZooMed (exotics) knowledge directly from specialists? Come with us and #jointhemovement #nospeciesleftbehind Head to VETAHEAD Website Join our VETAHEAD Community Follow @the_vetahead on Instagram Subscribe to @vetahead channel on YouTube Follow @vetahead on Facebook Follow @vetahead on TikTok
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