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PLEASE NOTE: this episode includes discussion of mental health struggles, burnout and suicide. If this isn’t the right time for you to listen, skip the episode and go straight to the resources below.Need help now?If you need urgent support or want to find a crisis helpline in your country, use the website linked below. It lists free helplines available around the world by topic and location:FIND SUPPORT HERE → https://findahelpline.com/In this episode, Dr. Lottie is joined by Gigi Tsontos from Not One More Vet (NOMV) to talk about mental health in veterinary medicine.They discuss why vet med can be so uniquely challenging, why new grads and students can especially struggle, how to support yourself and what to do if you’re worried about a friend or colleague.NOMV is a veterinary mental health organisation that provides support services, education and outreach for veterinary professionals, support staff and students. The organisation was founded following the suicide of veterinarian Dr. Sophia Yen, and it has grown into an incredible support network for the whole veterinary community.If listening to this episode has brought anything up, please do not sit with it alone. Call a friend or a loved one, contact a helpline or use any of the resources below to find support that works for you.National crisis lines and emergency services are available in many countries and the FindaHelpline website can help you find the right option for you.Find us on TikTok & Instagram: @veterinaryvista Timeline:00:00 Intro02:19 What is NOMV?08:34 Vet Med & Mental Health26:15 What Can I Do For ME?44:25 What We Can Do For OTHERs55:15 Recognising a Supportive Environment57:29 Emergency Situations01:03:06 Quick Questions01:05:51 OutroLinks and ResourcesNOMV provides amazing resources for mental health support, education and peer support: https://nomv.org/Lifeboat is NOMV’s peer support space where you can chat with other veterinary professionals: https://lifeboat.nomv.org/?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=23489853794&gbraid=0AAAAAB19bsSv1S-aPZQzSsmp0hJzjn8BO&gclid=Cj0KCQjwm6POBhCrARIsAIG58CJUbc3Q6OV_5JZI0fKfSSzDsVP3EeExzSP5hd83R8S-enDRoo6zvpoaAt6iEALw_wcB#/The peer support page has different resources and services available for anyone in the veterinary field: https://nomv.org/peer-support/CLEAR blueprint is NOMV’s workplace certification program which helps vet teams improve wellbeing in their practice: https://nomv.org/clear-blueprint/?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=23489836055&gbraid=0AAAAAB19bsRCvDPVyKqkWqwKVIKYw-BI8&gclid=Cj0KCQjwm6POBhCrARIsAIG58CI1U9c7qhTxaoFp-Svq3fnbrtKZbaceQE6eMzoX9_XrHDNmEGzTQJgaAurDEALw_wcBQPR stands for Question, Persuade, Refer; it’s a suicide prevention training that teaches individuals how to recognise warning signs and offer help to those around them. Visit their website if you’re interested in learning more: https://qprinstitute.com/For listeners in the UK, VetLife has a 24/7 helpline for vets and the mental health charity Mind has some great resources: https://www.vetlife.org.uk/ https://www.mind.org.uk/For US listeners, the suicide and crisis lifeline is 988: https://988lifeline.org/Email: [email protected]

In this episode, Dr. Lottie walks through how Addison’s disease develops, why it is known as the ‘great pretender’ and the best tests for diagnosisFind us on TikTok & Instagram: @veterinaryvista Timeline:00:00 Intro00:52 Case02:20 Aetiology & Pathogenesis05:48 Clinical Signs07:38 Diagnosis11:19 Treatment15:13 Key Points16:42 OutroRecommended ReadingAAHA (2023). Selected Endocrinopathies of Dogs and Cats Guidelines. https://www.aaha.org/wp-content/uploads/globalassets/02-guidelines/2023-aaha-selected-endocrinopathies-of-dogs-and-cats-guidelines/resources/aaha-selected-endocrinopathies-of-dogs-and-cats-guidelines.pdfThe Canadian Veterinary Journal Canine hypoadrenocorticism: Parts I & II. https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC2797351/ and https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC2808283/#sec3Nelson, R.W. and Couto, C.G. (2019). Small Animal Internal Medicine. 6th ed. Elsevier. [Ch. 6: Endocrine Disorders]ReferencesLathan, P. and Thompson, A.L., (2018). Management of hypoadrenocorticism (Addison’s disease) in dogs. Veterinary Medicine: Research and Reports, 9, pp.1–10. Available at: https://doi.org/10.2147/VMRR.S125617 [Accessed 22 Oct. 2025].Spence, S., Gunn, E. and Ramsey, I., (2018). Diagnosis and treatment of canine hypoadrenocorticism. In Practice, 40(7), pp. 281-290. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1136/inp.k3311 [Accessed 22 Oct. 2025].Van Lanen, K. and Sande, A., (2014). Canine Hypoadrenocorticism: Pathogenesis, Diagnosis, and Treatment. Topics in Companion Animal Medicine, 29(4), pp.88–95. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1053/j.tcam.2014.10.001 [Accessed 22 Oct. 2025].Klein, S.C. and Peterson, M.E., (2010). Canine hypoadrenocorticism: Part I. The Canadian Veterinary Journal, 51(1), pp.63–69. Available at: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2797351/ [Accessed 22 Oct. 2025].Klein, S.C. and Peterson, M.E., (2010). Canine hypoadrenocorticism: Part II. The Canadian Veterinary Journal, 51(2), pp.179–184. Available at: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2808283/ [Accessed 22 Oct. 2025].American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA), 2023. Selected endocrinopathies of dogs and cats guidelines. [pdf] Available at: https://www.aaha.org/wp-content/uploads/globalassets/02-guidelines/2023-aaha-selected-endocrinopathies-of-dogs-and-cats-guidelines/resources/aaha-selected-endocrinopathies-of-dogs-and-cats-guidelines.pdf [Accessed 22 Oct. 2025].Nelson, R.W. and Couto, C.G., 2019. Small Animal Internal Medicine. 6th ed. St. Louis, MO: Elsevier.Current Vet is an educational podcast intended for veterinary students, veterinary professionals, and individuals with an interest in veterinary medicine.All content provided in this podcast and its associated materials is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended as, and must not be considered a substitute for, professional veterinary advice, diagnosis, or treatment.Any clinical cases discussed in this podcast are fictional, and are designed to reflect typical or likely clinical scenarios for educational purposes. They do not represent specific real-life cases, clients, or animals.While every effort is made to ensure accuracy and alignment with current evidence at the time of publication, veterinary medicine is a rapidly evolving field, and recommendations may change over time.

In this episode, Dr. Lottie talks about left displaced abomasum (LDA), how it develops, which cows are most at risk and what we should be doing to prevent itFind us on TikTok & Instagram: @veterinaryvista Timeline:00:00 Intro00:32 Case01:30 Aetiology & Pathogenesis06:04 Clinical Signs07:06 Diagnosis08:23 Treatment14:43 LDA vs RDA15:34 Prevention16:49 Key Points18:04 OutroReferencesCoppock, C.E. (1974) “Displaced Abomasum in Dairy Cattle: Etiological Factors,” Journal of Dairy Science, 57(8), pp. 926–933. Available at: https://doi.org/10.3168/jds.S0022-0302(74)84988-X.LeBlanc, S.J., Leslie, K.E. and Duffield, T.F. (2005) “Metabolic Predictors of Displaced Abomasum in Dairy Cattle,” Journal of Dairy Science, 88(1), pp. 159–170. Available at: https://doi.org/10.3168/jds.S0022-0302(05)72674-6.Shaver, R.D. (1997) “Nutritional Risk Factors in the Etiology of Left Displaced Abomasum in Dairy Cows: A Review1,” Journal of Dairy Science, 80(10), pp. 2449–2453. Available at: https://doi.org/10.3168/jds.S0022-0302(97)76197-6.Braun, U., Pusterla, N. and Schönmann, M. (1997) “Ultrasonographic findings in cows with left displacement of the abomasum,” Veterinary Record, 141(13), pp. 331–335. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1136/vr.141.13.331.Mueller, K. (2011) “Diagnosis, treatment and control of left displaced abomasum in cattle,” In Practice, 33(9), pp. 470–481. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1136/inp.d6079.Morrow, L. and Brennan, M. (2020) “Comparing survival times in cattle with a left displaced abomasum treated with roll-and-toggle correction or right pyloro-omentopexy,” Veterinary Record, 187(5), pp. 192–193. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1136/vr.m3308.Babkine, M. et al. (2006) “Ventral laparoscopic abomasopexy on adult cows,” The Canadian Veterinary Journal, 47(4), pp. 343–348.Current Vet is an educational podcast intended for veterinary students, veterinary professionals, and individuals with an interest in veterinary medicine.All content provided in this podcast and its associated materials is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended as, and must not be considered a substitute for, professional veterinary advice, diagnosis, or treatment.Any clinical cases discussed in this podcast are fictional, and are designed to reflect typical or likely clinical scenarios for educational purposes. They do not represent specific real-life cases, clients, or animals.While every effort is made to ensure accuracy and alignment with current evidence at the time of publication, veterinary medicine is a rapidly evolving field, and recommendations may change over time.

Dr. Lottie talks explains 8 science-backed habits that will help you learn more effectively & smash your vet school exams. She talks about how these concepts work, why they are so good at boosting learning and how you can implement them into your study routine.Find us on TikTok & Instagram: @veterinaryvista Timeline:00:00 Intro01:44 1 – Space your Studying04:18 2 – Mix your Subjects07:04 3 – Elaborative Encoding09:59 4 – Active Recall12:25 5 – Manage your Cognitive Load15:04 6 – GO TO SLEEP17:44 7 – Move your Body 💃19:34 8 – Try Not to STRESS22:30 What to NOT do25:54 Key Points28:41 OutroReferencesMurre, J.M.J. and Dros, J. (2015) ‘Replication and Analysis of Ebbinghaus’ Forgetting Curve’, PLoS ONE, 10(7), p. e0120644. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0120644.Taylor, K. and Rohrer, D. (2010) ‘The effects of interleaved practice’, Applied Cognitive Psychology, 24(6), pp. 837–848. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1002/acp.1598.Craik, F.I.M. and Lockhart, R.S. (1972) ‘Levels of processing: A framework for memory research’, Journal of Verbal Learning and Verbal Behavior, 11(6), pp. 671–684. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1016/S0022-5371(72)80001-X.Bradshaw, G.L. and Anderson, J.R. (1982) ‘Elaborative encoding as an explanation of levels of processing’, Journal of Verbal Learning and Verbal Behavior, 21(2), pp. 165–174. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1016/S0022-5371(82)90531-X.Sweller, J. (2011) ‘Cognitive load theory’, The psychology of learning and motivation: Cognition in education, Vol. 55. San Diego, CA, US: Elsevier Academic Press (The psychology of learning and motivation), pp. 37–76. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1016/B978-0-12-387691-1.00002-8.Rasch, B. and Born, J. (2013) ‘About sleep’s role in memory’, Physiological Reviews, 93(2), pp. 681–766. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1152/physrev.00032.2012.Walker, M.P. and Stickgold, R. (2004) ‘Sleep-dependent learning and memory consolidation’, Neuron, 44(1), pp. 121–133. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.neuron.2004.08.031.Cotman, C.W., Berchtold, N.C. and Christie, L.-A. (2007) ‘Exercise builds brain health: key roles of growth factor cascades and inflammation’, Trends in Neurosciences, 30(9), pp. 464–472. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tins.2007.06.011.Lupien, S.J. et al. (2009) ‘Effects of stress throughout the lifespan on the brain, behaviour and cognition’, Nature Reviews. Neuroscience, 10(6), pp. 434–445. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1038/nrn2639.Current Vet is an educational podcast intended for veterinary students, veterinary professionals, and individuals with an interest in veterinary medicine.All content provided in this podcast and its associated materials is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended as, and must not be considered a substitute for, professional veterinary advice, diagnosis, or treatment.Any clinical cases discussed in this podcast are fictional, and are designed to reflect typical or likely clinical scenarios for educational purposes. They do not represent specific real-life cases, clients, or animals.While every effort is made to ensure accuracy and alignment with current evidence at the time of publication, veterinary medicine is a rapidly evolving field, and recommendations may change over time.

In this episode, Dr. Lottie sits down with Dr. Dave Nicol to unpack what actually matters when choosing your first role, how to spot a genuinely supportive clinic, and why most interview processes completely miss the mark. Dave is a veterinarian, author and founder of the Veterinary Leadership Academy. He works with practices worldwide to build healthier teams, stronger leadership, and sustainable careers in vet med. He has set up and led graduate programmes and has been a proud mentor for many new vets over the years.Dave’s 5 Laws for a good graduate programme:Clear mentorship ownership Capacity & capability to teach Staged expectations Accessible support Intentional progression over time Where to find Dave:Instagram: @drdavenicolWebsite: https://www.drdavenicol.com/Find us on TikTok & Instagram: @veterinaryvista Timeline:00:00 Intro01:46 Dave’s Career as a Vet14:10 Culture in Practice & New Grads Fitting In18:59 Day-to-Day as a GP31:14 Finding the Perfect First Clinic44:47 How to Nail an Interview52:35 Mental Health01:04:32 Final Questions01:14:10 OutroLinksWebsite: https://drdavenicol.com So You’re a Vet… Now What?: https://drdavenicol.com/book Veterinary Leadership Success Show: https://open.spotify.com/show/6wZzJq0dQk6p2vFZP4Jr5Y Blunt Dissection: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Zx7w1vF9Xqk0s8nV6Q2kL Current Vet is an educational podcast intended for veterinary students, veterinary professionals, and individuals with an interest in veterinary medicine.All content provided in this podcast and its associated materials is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended as, and must not be considered a substitute for, professional veterinary advice, diagnosis, or treatment.Any clinical cases discussed in this podcast are fictional, and are designed to reflect typical or likely clinical scenarios for educational purposes. They do not represent specific real-life cases, clients, or animals.While every effort is made to ensure accuracy and alignment with current evidence at the time of publication, veterinary medicine is a rapidly evolving field, and recommendations may change over time.

In this episode of Current Vet, Dr Lottie talks about feline hyperthyroidism, the diagnostic tests available, and the pros & cons of different treatment optionsFind us on TikTok & Instagram: @veterinaryvistaTimeline:00:00 Intro00:42 Case02:03 Aetiology & Pathogenesis05:53 Clinical Signs07:40 Diagnosis15:41 Treatment21:31 Key Points23:17 OutroRecommended ReadingAAFP Guidelines for the Management of Feline HyperthyroidismResourcesCarney H.C. et al. (2016). 2016 AAFP Guidelines for the Management of Feline Hyperthyroidism. Journal of Feline Medicine and Surgery, 18(5): 400–416. https://doi.org/10.1177/1098612X16643252Wakeling J, Everard A, Brodbelt D, Elliott J, Syme H. (2009). Risk factors for feline hyperthyroidism in the UK. Journal of Small Animal Practice, 50(8): 406–414. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1748-5827.2009.00756.xMooney, C. T. (2002). Pathogenesis of Feline Hyperthyroidism. Journal of Feline Medicine and Surgery, 4(3), 167–169. https://doi.org/10.1053/jfms.2002.0177Nelson, R.W. & Guillermo Couto, C. Small Animal Internal Medicine, 6th ed., pp. 788–800.Tilley L.P. & Smith F.W.K. Jr. Five Minute Consult — Canine and Feline, pp. 709–710Current Vet is an educational podcast intended for veterinary students, veterinary professionals, and individuals with an interest in veterinary medicine.All content provided in this podcast and its associated materials is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended as, and must not be considered a substitute for, professional veterinary advice, diagnosis, or treatment.Any clinical cases discussed in this podcast are fictional, and are designed to reflect typical or likely clinical scenarios for educational purposes. They do not represent specific real-life cases, clients, or animals.While every effort is made to ensure accuracy and alignment with current evidence at the time of publication, veterinary medicine is a rapidly evolving field, and recommendations may change over time.

In this episode of Current Vet, Dr Lottie talks about feline leukaemia virus (FeLV)Find us on TikTok & Instagram: @veterinaryvista Timeline:00:00 Intro00:37 Case01:57 Aetiology & Pathogenesis06:18 Clinical Signs07:56 Diagnosis13:23 Treatment16:13 Prevention17:05 Key Points18:48 OutroRecommended ReadingABCD’s Guidelines for Feline Leukaemia Virus InfectionAAFP’s Feline Retrovirus Testing and Management GuidelinesReferencesLittle, S. et al. (2020) ‘2020 AAFP Feline Retrovirus Testing and Management Guidelines’, Journal of Feline Medicine and Surgery, 22(1), pp. 5–30. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1177/1098612X19895940.Mostl, K. (2009) ‘GUIDELINE for Feline Leukaemia Virus Infection’, ABCD cats & vets, 1 January. Available at: https://www.abcdcatsvets.org/guideline-for-feline-leukaemia-virus-infection/ (Accessed: 14 February 2026).Sykes, J.E. and Hartmann, K. (2014) ‘Feline Leukemia Virus Infection’, Canine and Feline Infectious Diseases, pp. 224–238. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1016/B978-1-4377-0795-3.00022-3.Hoover, E.A. and Mullins, J.I. (1991) ‘Feline leukemia virus infection and diseases’, Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association, 199(10), pp. 1287–1297. Available at: https://doi.org/10.2460/javma.1991.199.10.1287.Hofmann-Lehmann, R. and Hartmann, K. (2020) ‘Feline leukaemia virus infection: A practical approach to diagnosis’, Journal of Feline Medicine and Surgery, 22(9), pp. 831–846. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1177/1098612X20941785.Current Vet is an educational podcast intended for veterinary students, veterinary professionals, and individuals with an interest in veterinary medicine.All content provided in this podcast and its associated materials is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended as, and must not be considered a substitute for, professional veterinary advice, diagnosis, or treatment.Any clinical cases discussed in this podcast are fictional, and are designed to reflect typical or likely clinical scenarios for educational purposes. They do not represent specific real-life cases, clients, or animals.While every effort is made to ensure accuracy and alignment with current evidence at the time of publication, veterinary medicine is a rapidly evolving field, and recommendations may change over time.

In this episode, Dr. Lottie talks all about urethral obstruction, why it occurs and how we should go about managing the condition Find us on TikTok & Instagram: @veterinaryvista Timeline:00:00 Intro00:43 Case01:54 Aetiology & Pathogenesis06:55 Clinical Signs07:45 Diagnosis10:48 Treatment16:38 Prevention18:34 Key Points20:29 OutroRecommended Reading2025 iCatCare consensus guidelines on the diagnosis and management of lower urinary tract diseases in cats – gives a great overview of the causes, diagnosis and how to manage the conditionReferencesTaylor, S. et al. (2025) ‘2025 iCatCare consensus guidelines on the diagnosis and management of lower urinary tract diseases in cats’, Journal of Feline Medicine and Surgery, 27(2), p. 1098612X241309176. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1177/1098612X241309176.Cooper, E.S. (2015) ‘Controversies in the management of feline urethral obstruction’, Journal of Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care, 25(1), pp. 130–137. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1111/vec.12278.Hanson, K.R. et al. (2021) ‘Effect of prazosin on feline recurrent urethral obstruction’, Journal of Feline Medicine and Surgery, 23(12), pp. 1176–1182. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1177/1098612X211001283.Segev, G. et al. (2011) ‘Urethral obstruction in cats: Predisposing factors, clinical, clinicopathological characteristics and prognosis’, Journal of Feline Medicine and Surgery, 13(2), pp. 101–108. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jfms.2010.10.006.Current Vet is an educational podcast intended for veterinary students, veterinary professionals, and individuals with an interest in veterinary medicine.All content provided in this podcast and its associated materials is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended as, and must not be considered a substitute for, professional veterinary advice, diagnosis, or treatment.Any clinical cases discussed in this podcast are fictional, and are designed to reflect typical or likely clinical scenarios for educational purposes. They do not represent specific real-life cases, clients, or animals.While every effort is made to ensure accuracy and alignment with current evidence at the time of publication, veterinary medicine is a rapidly evolving field, and recommendations may change over time.

In this episode of Current Vet, Dr Lottie talks about feline immunodeficiency virus (FIV)Find us on TikTok & Instagram: @veterinaryvistaTimeline:00:00 Intro01:10 Case02:25 Aetiology & Pathogenesis09:32 Clinical Signs11:25 Diagnosis13:28 Treatment & Prevention16:14 Key Points17:31 OutroRecommended ReadingFeline Immunodeficiency Virus: Current Knowledge and Future Directions – Bęczkowski, P.M. & Beatty, J.A.2020 AAFP Feline Retrovirus Testing and Management Guidelines – Little, S. et al.Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV) – Nelson, R.W. & Couto, C.G. in Small Animal Internal MedicineReferences Bęczkowski, P.M. and Beatty, J.A. (2022) ‘Feline Immunodeficiency Virus: Current Knowledge and Future Directions’, Advances in Small Animal Care, 3(1), pp. 145–159. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.yasa.2022.05.007Little, S. et al. (2020) ‘2020 AAFP Feline Retrovirus Testing and Management Guidelines’, Journal of Feline Medicine and Surgery, 22(1), pp. 5–30. https://doi.org/10.1177/1098612X19895940Feline Immunodeficiency Virus Infection (2021) in Greene’s Infectious Diseases of the Dog and Cat. W.B. Saunders, pp. 414–428. https://doi.org/10.1016/B978-0-323-50934-3.00033-1Chhetri, B.K. et al. (2015) ‘Comparison of risk factors for seropositivity to feline immunodeficiency virus and feline leukemia virus among cats’, BMC Veterinary Research, 11(1), p. 30. https://doi.org/10.1186/s12917-015-0339-3Gleich, S. and Hartmann, K. (2009) ‘Hematology and Serum Biochemistry of FIV- and FeLV-infected cats’, Journal of Veterinary Internal Medicine, 23(3), pp. 552–558. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1939-1676.2009.0303.xWestman, M.E., Malik, R. and Norris, J.M. (2019) ‘Diagnosing FIV and FeLV infection: an update for clinicians’, Australian Veterinary Journal, 97(3), pp. 47–55. https://doi.org/10.1111/avj.12781de Oliveira Medeiros, S. et al. (2016) ‘Follow-up on long-term antiretroviral therapy for cats infected with FIV’, Journal of Feline Medicine and Surgery, 18(4), pp. 264–272. https://doi.org/10.1177/1098612X15580144Hartmann, K., Wooding, A. and Bergmann, M. (2015) ‘Efficacy of Antiviral Drugs against FIV’, Veterinary Sciences, 2(4), pp. 456–476. https://doi.org/10.3390/vetsci2040456Nelson, R.W. and Couto, C.G. (2019) ‘Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV)’, in Small Animal Internal Medicine. 6th edn. Elsevier, pp. 1491–1494.Tilley, L.P. and Smith, F.W.K. (2021) ‘Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV)’, in Blackwell’s Five-Minute Veterinary Consult: Canine and Feline. 7th edn. Wiley, pp. 506–507.Current Vet is an educational podcast intended for veterinary students, veterinary professionals, and individuals with an interest in veterinary medicine.All content provided in this podcast and its associated materials is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended as, and must not be considered a substitute for, professional veterinary advice, diagnosis, or treatment.Any clinical cases discussed in this podcast are fictional, and are designed to reflect typical or likely clinical scenarios for educational purposes. They do not represent specific real-life cases, clients, or animals.While every effort is made to ensure accuracy and alignment with current evidence at the time of publication, veterinary medicine is a rapidly evolving field, and recommendations may change over time.

In this episode, Dr. Lottie chats with Dr. Bolu Eso about the day-to-day of life in small animal general practice, building confidence in consults and surgery, setting boundaries to avoid burnout, and his top tips for dentistry! Bolu also shares his perspective on diversity & representation in vet med and how his early experiences shaped who he is as a vet today.Bolu is a small animal GP vet who also works in TV (including Pooch Perfect, Fur Babies, and ITV’s Love Your Weekend). He has recently become a General Practitioner Certified in Small Animal Dentistry and Oral Surgery and a London Vet Show “30 Under 30” award recipient! So, he is the PERFECT person to talk to about being a GP vet.Where to find Bolu:Instagram: @drboluesoYoutube: @drboluesoTikTok: @docbojTimeline:00:00 Intro01:52 Bolu’s Journey to Vet Med11:43 GP vs Specialising18:59 Day-to-Day as a GP25:01 Top Tip for Consulting34:33 Minorities in Vet Med44:51 Boundaries & Mindset53:20 Dentistry!01:03:04 Final Questions01:08:35 OutroLinks100 Top Consultations in Small Animal General Practice (2011) by Hill, Warman, and ShawcrossThe Merck Veterinary Manual (11th Edition) (2016) edited by Susan E. Aiello and Michael A. MosesMiniVET Guide: Companion Animal Medicine (2016) by Gerardo Poli‘AAVMC Annual Data Report’ (2025). AAVMC. Available at: https://www.aavmc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/2025-AAVMC-Annual-Data-Report-Final-1.pdf.Veterinary Oral Health Council – https://vohc.org/Current Vet is an educational podcast intended for veterinary students, veterinary professionals, and individuals with an interest in veterinary medicine.All content provided in this podcast and its associated materials is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended as, and must not be considered a substitute for, professional veterinary advice, diagnosis, or treatment.Any clinical cases discussed in this podcast are fictional, and are designed to reflect typical or likely clinical scenarios for educational purposes. They do not represent specific real-life cases, clients, or animals.While every effort is made to ensure accuracy and alignment with current evidence at the time of publication, veterinary medicine is a rapidly evolving field, and recommendations may change over time.

In this episode, Dr. Lottie covers everything about Johne’s disease (also known as paratuberculosis) from the MAP pathogen itself and what clinical signs you may see, to how we can control infection and what Johne’s means for public healthFind us on TikTok & Instagram: @veterinaryvista Timeline:00:00 Intro00:45 Case02:36 Aetiology & Pathogenesis06:26 Clinical Signs09:18 Diagnosis14:46 Treatment15:59 Prevention18:42 Impact of Johne’s21:01 Key Points22:32 OutroRecommended Reading:Johne’s Disease in Canada – Parts I and II Part I is an overview of clinical signs, how the disease develops, and common di gnostic approaches then part II focuss on the economic impact of the disease and control methods . Canadian Veterinary Journal (2006), Vol 47(9), pp 874–882 and Canadian Veterinary Journal (2006), Vol 47(11), pp 1089–1099.Mycobacterium avium subsp. paratuberculosis in Veterinary Medicine  A very readable but detailed explanation of the bacterium itself and how it behaves. Clinical Microbiology Reviews (2001).Veterinary Medicine: A Textbook of the Diseases of Cattle, Horses, Sheep, Pigs and Goats (11th Edition)  Great cattle textbook chapter on paratuberculosis Constable, Hinchcliff, Done & Grünberg — pp. 552–572ReferencesTiwari, A., VanLeeuwen, J.A., McKenna, S.L.B., Keefe, G.P. & Barkema, H.W. (2006) ‘Johne’s disease in Canada Part I: Clinical symptoms, pathophysiology, diagnosis, and prevalence in dairy herds’, Canadian Veterinary Journal, 47(9), pp. 874–882.McKenna, S.L.B., Keefe, G.P., Tiwari, A., VanLeeuwen, J.A. & Barkema, H.W. (2006) ‘Johne’s disease in Canada Part II: Disease impacts, risk factors, and control programs for dairy producers’, Canadian Veterinary Journal, 47(11), pp. 1089–1099.Harris, N.B. & Barletta, R.G. (2001) ‘Mycobacterium avium subsp. paratuberculosis in Veterinary Medicine’, Clinical Microbiology Reviews, 14(3), pp. 489–512. doi: 10.1128/CMR.14.3.489-512.2001.Constable, P.D., Hinchcliff, K.W., Done, S.H. & Grünberg, W. (2017) Veterinary Medicine: A Textbook of the Diseases of Cattle, Horses, Sheep, Pigs and Goats. 11th ed. Elsevier, pp. 552–572.Sweeney, R.W., Collins, M.T., Koets, A.P., McGuirk, S.M. & Roussel, A.J. (2012) ‘Paratuberculosis (Johne’s Disease) in Cattle and Other Susceptible Species’, Journal of Veterinary Internal Medicine, 26(6), pp. 1239–1250. doi: 10.1111/j.1939-1676.2012.01019.x.Rathnaiah, G., Zinniel, D.K., Bannantine, J.P., Stabel, J.R., Gröhn, Y.T., Collins, M.T. & Barletta, R.G. (2017) ‘Pathogenesis, Molecular Genetics, and Genomics of Mycobacterium avium subsp. paratuberculosis’, Frontiers in Veterinary Science, 4, 187. doi: 10.3389/fvets.2017.00187.Beard, P.M., Daniels, M.J., Henderson, D., Pirie, A., Rudge, K., Buxton, D., Rhind, S., Greig, A., Hutchings, M.R., McKendrick, I., Stevenson, K. & Sharp, J.M. (2001) ‘Paratuberculosis infection of nonruminant wildlife in Scotland’, Journal of Clinical Microbiology, 39(4), pp. 1517–1521. doi: 10.1128/JCM.39.4.1517-1521.2001.Whittington, R., Donat, K., Weber, M.F. et al. (2019) ‘Control of paratuberculosis: who, why and how. A review of 48 countries’, BMC Veterinary Research, 15, 198. doi: 10.1186/s12917-019-1943-4.World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH) (2024) Paratuberculosis. Available at: https://www.woah.org/en/disease/paratuberculosis/ (Accessed: 30th October 2025).Fecteau, M.E. (2018) ‘Paratuberculosis in cattle’, Veterinary Clinics of North America: Food Animal Practice, 34(1), pp. 209–222. doi: 10.1016/j.cvfa.2017.10.011Current Vet is an educational podcast intended for veterinary students, veterinary professionals, and individuals with an interest in veterinary medicine.All content provided in this podcast and its associated materials is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended as, and must not be considered a substitute for, professional veterinary advice, diagnosis, or treatment.Any clinical cases discussed in this podcast are fictional, and are designed to reflect typical or likely clinical scenarios for educational purposes. They do not represent specific real-life cases, clients, or animals.While every effort is made to ensure accuracy and alignment with current evidence at the time of publication, veterinary medicine is a rapidly evolving field, and recommendations may change over time

In this episode of Current Vet, Dr Lottie talks about feline infectious peritonitis (FIP)Find us on TikTok & Instagram: @veterinaryvista Timeline:00:00 Intro00:29 Case03:10 Aetiology & Pathogenesis04:35 Clinical Signs07:07 Diagnosis11:47 Treatment17:19 Prevention18:15 Key Points19:26 OutroRecommended ReadingHartmann, K. (2005) ‘Feline infectious peritonitis’, Veterinary Clinics of North America: Small Animal Practice, 35(1), pp. 39–79. doi: 10.1016/j.cvsm.2004.10.011.While this is a great overview of FIP, it was written in 2005 when the latest treatment options and antivirals were not yet availableEveryCat Health Foundation has some great research updates and summaries on FIPiCatCare has an amazing document outlining the treatments available for FIP, their contraindications, side effects, costs and recommended schedules as well as covering a few FAQs on FIP treatment. It was updated in July 2025. https://icatcare.org/resources/icatcare_fipupdate_july25.pdfThe 2022 AAFP/EveryCat FIP Diagnosis Guidelines give a great summary of FIP itself, the diagnostic options available, pros and cons or each option and then an summary at the end https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/pdf/10.1177/1098612X221118761ReferencesFischer, Y., Sauter-Louis, C. and Hartmann, K. (2012) ‘Diagnostic accuracy of the Rivalta test for feline infectious peritonitis’, Veterinary Clinical Pathology, 41(4), pp. 558–567. doi: 10.1111/j.1939-165X.2012.00464.x.Tasker, S. (2018) ‘Diagnosis of feline infectious peritonitis: update on evidence supporting available tests’, Journal of Feline Medicine and Surgery, 20(3), pp. 228–243. doi: 10.1177/1098612X18758592.Felten, S. and Hartmann, K. (2019) ‘Diagnosis of feline infectious peritonitis: a review of the current literature’, Viruses, 11(11), p. 1068. doi: 10.3390/v11111068.Tekes, G. and Thiel, H.-J. (2016) ‘Feline coronaviruses: pathogenesis of feline infectious peritonitis’, Advances in Virus Research, 96, pp. 193–218. doi: 10.1016/bs.aivir.2016.08.002.Taylor, S.S., Coggins, S., Barker, E.N., Gunn-Moore, D., Jeevaratnam, K., Norris, J.M., et al. (2023)‘Retrospective study and outcome of 307 cats with feline infectious peritonitis treated with legally sourced veterinary compounded preparations of remdesivir and GS-441524 (2020–2022)’, Journal of Feline Medicine and Surgery, 25(9). doi: 10.1177/1098612X231194460.Thayer, V., Gogolski, S., and Olah, G.A. et al. (2022) ‘2022 AAFP/EveryCat Feline Infectious Peritonitis Diagnosis Guidelines’, Journal of Feline Medicine and Surgery, 24(9), pp. 905-933. doi: 10.1177/1098612X221118761.Current Vet is an educational podcast intended for veterinary students, veterinary professionals, and individuals with an interest in veterinary medicine.All content provided in this podcast and its associated materials is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended as, and must not be considered a substitute for, professional veterinary advice, diagnosis, or treatment.Any clinical cases discussed in this podcast are fictional, and are designed to reflect typical or likely clinical scenarios for educational purposes. They do not represent specific real-life cases, clients, or animals.While every effort is made to ensure accuracy and alignment with current evidence at the time of publication, veterinary medicine is a rapidly evolving field, and recommendations may change over time.

In this episode of Current Vet, Dr Lottie talks about avian influenza, also known as bird flu.Find us on TikTok & Instagram: @veterinaryvista Timeline:00:00 Intro00:30 Case01:57 Aetiology & Pathogenesis04:17 Clinical Signs05:55 Diagnosis07:33 Treatment09:56 Why AI is a Global Concern13:58 Current News16:04 Key Points17:24 OutroRecommended ReadingWOAH (World Organisation for Animal Health)FAO Animal Health Updates:USDA APHIS (for U.S. vets)DEFRA UK or APHA (for UK vets)OFFLU Network (FAO/WOAH)References Alexander, D.J. (2007). An overview of the epidemiology of avian influenza. Vaccine, 25(30), 5637–5644. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.vaccine.2006.10.051Capua, I. and Alexander, D.J. (2009). Avian influenza infection in birds: a challenge and opportunity for the poultry veterinarian. Poultry Science, 88(4), 842–846. https://doi.org/10.3382/ps.2008-00289Swayne, D.E. (2022). Avian influenza. In: Swayne, D.E. (ed.) Diseases of Poultry. 13th ed. Wiley-Blackwell, pp. 181–216.Bi, Y., Yang, J., Wang, L., Ran, L. and Gao, G.F. (2024). Ecology and evolution of avian influenza viruses. Current Biology, 34(15), pp. 716–721. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cub.2024.05.053 FAO (2025). Global AIV with zoonotic potential – situation update. Food and Agriculture Organization. Available at: https://www.fao.org/animal-health/situation-updates/global-aiv-with-zoonotic-potential/en [Accessed 25 Sept 2025].WOAH (2025). Avian Influenza. World Organisation for Animal Health. Available at: https://www.woah.org/en/disease/avian-influenza/ [Accessed 25 Sept 2025].Current Vet is an educational podcast intended for veterinary students, veterinary professionals, and individuals with an interest in veterinary medicine.All content provided in this podcast and its associated materials is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended as, and must not be considered a substitute for, professional veterinary advice, diagnosis, or treatment.Any clinical cases discussed in this podcast are fictional, and are designed to reflect typical or likely clinical scenarios for educational purposes. They do not represent specific real-life cases, clients, or animals.While every effort is made to ensure accuracy and alignment with current evidence at the time of publication, veterinary medicine is a rapidly evolving field, and recommendations may change over time.

Money and financial knowledge are central to life in general, not just as a vet, yet it’s something most people are never properly taught how to manage or even feel confident talking about. In this episode of Current Vet, Dr. Lottie is joined by Dr. Alice Barker (@thisvetcan), a qualified vet and financial expert, to break down everything vet students and new grads need to know about money. From salaries and negotiation to budgeting, debt, investing, and pensions, this episode is designed to make finances feel clearer, calmer, and far less intimidating.This episode is for educational purposes only and does not constitute personalised financial advice. Everyone’s financial situation, goals, and circumstances are different. The information shared is intended to improve general understanding and confidence around money, not to provide a personal financial plan.Find Dr. Alice’s salary transparency spreadsheet HEREInstagram: @thisvetcanFind us on Instagram & TikTok: @veterinaryvista Current Vet is an educational podcast intended for veterinary students, veterinary professionals, and individuals with an interest in veterinary medicine.All content provided in this podcast and its associated materials is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended as, and must not be considered a substitute for, professional veterinary advice, diagnosis, or treatment.Any clinical cases discussed in this podcast are fictional, and are designed to reflect typical or likely clinical scenarios for educational purposes. They do not represent specific real-life cases, clients, or animals.While every effort is made to ensure accuracy and alignment with current evidence at the time of publication, veterinary medicine is a rapidly evolving field, and recommendations may change over time.

In this episode, Dr. Lottie talks about tetanus. How disease develops, why the clinical signs differ between species, what we can actually do to treat it and what the best prevention methods are.Find us on TikTok & Instagram: @veterinaryvista Timeline:00:00 Intro00:43 Case01:50 Aetiology & Pathogenesis05:29 Clinical Signs08:01 Diagnosis11:54 Treatment16:19 Prevention19:13 Key Points20:46 OutroRecommended Reading ‘Chapter 14 - Diseases of the Nervous System’ – in Veterinary Medicine - A Textbook of the Diseases of Cattle, Horses, Sheep, Pigs and Goats‘Tetanus’ – in Blackwell’s Five-Minute Veterinary Consult: EquineReferences Popoff, M.R. (2020) ‘Tetanus in animals’, Journal of Veterinary Diagnostic Investigation, 32(2), pp. 184–191. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1177/1040638720906814.Linnenbrink, T. and McMichael, M. (2006) ‘Tetanus: pathophysiology, clinical signs, diagnosis, and update on new treatment modalities’, Journal of Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care, 16(3), pp. 199–207. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1476-4431.2006.00192.x.Gohari, I.M. and Prescott, J.F. (2022) ‘Clostridium’, in Veterinary Microbiology. John Wiley & Sons, Ltd, pp. 309–334. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1002/9781119650836.ch34.Burkitt, J.M. et al. (2007) ‘Risk factors associated with outcome in dogs with tetanus: 38 cases (1987–2005)’, Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association, 230(1), pp. 76–83. Available at: https://doi.org/10.2460/javma.230.1.76.Chase, C. et al. (2017) Blackwell’s Five-Minute Veterinary Consult: Ruminant. Newark, UNITED STATES: John Wiley & Sons, Incorporated.Lavoie, J.-P. (2020) Blackwell’s Five-Minute Veterinary Consult: Equine. Third. Hoboken, NJ: John Wiley & Sons, Inc.Tilley, L.P. and Smith, F.W.K. (2011) Blackwell’s Five-Minute Veterinary Consult: Canine and Feline. Hoboken, UNITED STATES: Wiley.Constable, P.D. et al. (2017) ‘Chapter 14 - Diseases of the Nervous System’, in Veterinary Medicine - A Textbook of the Diseases of Cattle, Horses, Sheep, Pigs and Goats. 11th edn. St. Louis, Missouri: Elsevier.Current Vet is an educational podcast intended for veterinary students, veterinary professionals, and individuals with an interest in veterinary medicine.All content provided in this podcast and its associated materials is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended as, and must not be considered a substitute for, professional veterinary advice, diagnosis, or treatment.Any clinical cases discussed in this podcast are fictional, and are designed to reflect typical or likely clinical scenarios for educational purposes. They do not represent specific real-life cases, clients, or animals.While every effort is made to ensure accuracy and alignment with current evidence at the time of publication, veterinary medicine is a rapidly evolving field, and recommendations may change over time

In this episode of Current Vet, Dr Lottie talks about Jaagsiekte, also known as Ovine Pulmonary Adenocarcinoma (OPA)Find us on TikTok & Instagram: @veterinaryvista Timeline:00:00 Intro00:56 Case03:48 Aetiology & Pathogenesis06:25 Clinical Signs08:28 Diagnosis12:34 Treatment16:53 Current Research18:09 Key Points19:44 OutroRecommended ReadingWorld Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH). (2023). Ovine Pulmonary Adenocarcinoma (Jaagsiekte). In Manual of Diagnostic Tests and Vaccines for Terrestrial Animals. WOAH PDFCousens, C., et al. (2024). Tracking Ovine Pulmonary Adenocarcinoma Development Using an Experimental Jaagsiekte Sheep Retrovirus Infection Model. Genes, 15(8), 1019. https://doi.org/10.3390/genes15081019O’Conor, K. & Chase, C. C. L., (2020). 5-Minute Veterinary Consult: Ruminant, 2nd edn. Wiley-Blackwell. pp. 582-583. Constable, P. D., Hinchcliff, K. W., Done, S. H. & Grünberg, W., (2021). Veterinary Medicine: A Textbook of the Diseases of Cattle, Horses, Sheep, Pigs and Goats, 11th edn. Elsevier, pp. 977–979. ReferencesToma, C. et al. (2025). Overexpression of IL-6 and STAT3 may provide new insights into ovine pulmonary adenocarcinoma development. BMC Veterinary Research, 21, 29.Cousens, C., et al. (2024). Tracking Ovine Pulmonary Adenocarcinoma Development Using an Experimental Jaagsiekte Sheep Retrovirus Infection Model*.* Genes, 15(8), 1019. https://doi.org/10.3390/genes15081019.World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH). (2023) Ovine Pulmonary Adenocarcinoma (Jaagsiekte). In: Manual of Diagnostic Tests and Vaccines for Terrestrial Animals. WOAH, Paris. Available at: https://www.woah.org/fileadmin/Home/fr/Health_standards/tahm/3.07.08_OPA.pdfO’Conor, K. & Chase, C. C. L., (2020). 5-Minute Veterinary Consult: Ruminant, 2nd edn. Wiley-Blackwell. pp. 582-583.Constable, P. D., Hinchcliff, K. W., Done, S. H. & Grünberg, W., (2021). Veterinary Medicine: A Textbook of the Diseases of Cattle, Horses, Sheep, Pigs and Goats, 11th edn. Elsevier, pp. 977–979.Current Vet is an educational podcast intended for veterinary students, veterinary professionals, and individuals with an interest in veterinary medicine.All content provided in this podcast and its associated materials is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended as, and must not be considered a substitute for, professional veterinary advice, diagnosis, or treatment.Any clinical cases discussed in this podcast are fictional, and are designed to reflect typical or likely clinical scenarios for educational purposes. They do not represent specific real-life cases, clients, or animals.While every effort is made to ensure accuracy and alignment with current evidence at the time of publication, veterinary medicine is a rapidly evolving field, and recommendations may change over time.

In this episode, Dr. Lottie talks about one of the most common endocrine disorders in small animal practice — Cushing’s diseaseFind us on TikTok & Instagram: @veterinaryvistaTimeline:00:00 Intro00:31 Case01:24 Aetiology & Pathogenesis05:08 Clinical Signs06:29 Diagnosis13:21 Treatment16:38 Recommendations17:26 Key Points18:54 OutroRecommended ReadingACVIM Consensus Statement (2013)Nelson, R.W. and Couto, C.G. (2020): Small Animal Internal MedicineFeldman, E.C. and Nelson, R.W. (2014): Canine and Feline EndocrinologyVeterinary Partner (VIN Foundation, open access)AAHA (2023): Selected Endocrinopathies GuidelinesReferencesBehrend, E.N., Kooistra, H.S., Nelson, R., Reusch, C.E. and Scott-Moncrieff, J.C., 2013. Diagnosis of spontaneous canine hyperadrenocorticism: 2012 ACVIM consensus statement (small animal). Journal of Veterinary Internal Medicine, 27(6), pp.1292–1304. doi:10.1111/jvim.12192.Behrend, E.N., 2015. Canine hyperadrenocorticism. Clinical Techniques in Small Animal Practice, 30(1), pp.41–47. doi:10.1053/j.ctsap.2014.10.005.Feldman, E.C. and Nelson, R.W., 2014. Canine and Feline Endocrinology. 4th ed. St. Louis: Elsevier Saunders.Nelson, R.W. and Couto, C.G., 2020. Small Animal Internal Medicine. 6th ed. St. Louis: Elsevier.Ettinger, S.J. and Feldman, E.C., 2017. Textbook of Veterinary Internal Medicine. 8th ed. St. Louis: Elsevier Saunders.Veterinary Partner, VIN Foundation. 2025. Cushing’s Disease (Hyperadrenocorticism) in Dogs. [online] Available at: https://veterinarypartner.vin.com/ [Accessed 5 Sept. 2025].American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA), 2023. AAHA Selected Endocrinopathies of Dogs and Cats Guidelines – Canine Hypercortisolism (Cushing’s Syndrome). Lakewood, CO: AAHA. Available at: https://www.aaha.org/resources/2023-aaha-selected-endocrinopathies-of-dogs-and-cats-guidelines/canine-hypercortisolism-cushings-syndrome/ [Accessed 5 Sept. 2025].Current Vet is an educational podcast intended for veterinary students, veterinary professionals, and individuals with an interest in veterinary medicine.All content provided in this podcast and its associated materials is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended as, and must not be considered a substitute for, professional veterinary advice, diagnosis, or treatment.Any clinical cases discussed in this podcast are fictional, and are designed to reflect typical or likely clinical scenarios for educational purposes. They do not represent specific real-life cases, clients, or animals.While every effort is made to ensure accuracy and alignment with current evidence at the time of publication, veterinary medicine is a rapidly evolving field, and recommendations may change over time 

Zoo and wildlife medicine is one of the most competitive and idealised areas of veterinary practice. From the outside, it’s dramatic, exciting, and very different from other veterinary careers. But what is the reality?In this episode, Dr Lottie is joined by Dr Noi Psaroudaki, a zoo and wildlife veterinarian, to explore what zoo medicine actually involves and how the role differs from more traditional areas of veterinary practice.Together, Dr Lottie and Dr Noi discuss not only the clinical aspects of the job, but also the ethical, emotional, and practical challenges that come with working in zoos and wildlife settings.Dr Noi shares reflections from her own career, including cases that have shaped her approach to zoo med, the pressures that come with public scrutiny, and why zoo medicine is rarely what people expect when they first consider the field.This episode is wonderful for veterinary students, new graduates, and vets who are curious about zoo or wildlife medicine, as well as anyone wanting to learn more about this non-traditional area of vet med!Resources from the episode:EAZA Best Practice Guidelines: https://www.eaza.net/BPG/News stories covering the white tiger cub case: https://www.bornfree.org.uk/news/born-free-statement-white-tiger-cub/, https://www.theanimalreader.com/2023/03/19/news-greece-zoo-save-white-tiger-cub-garbage/, https://www.abc.net.au/news/2023-03-19/athens-zoo-fights-to-save-tiger-cub-found-in-garbage/102116700Find Noi on Instagram: @noi_the_animal_doc TikTok & Instagram: @veterinaryvista Current Vet is an educational podcast intended for veterinary students, veterinary professionals, and individuals with an interest in veterinary medicine.All content provided in this podcast and its associated materials is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended as, and must not be considered a substitute for, professional veterinary advice, diagnosis, or treatment.While every effort is made to ensure accuracy and alignment with current evidence at the time of publication, veterinary medicine is a rapidly evolving field, and recommendations may change over time.

In this episode, Dr Lottie talks about osteosarcomas.Instagram & TikTok @veterinaryvistaFurther ReadingEttinger & Feldman (2020). Textbook of Veterinary Internal Medicine: Diseases of the Dog and Cat, 8th ed., Elsevier — pp. 1325–1328.Tilley, L. P., Smith, F. W. K., & Oyama, M. A. (2021). The 5-Minute Veterinary Consult: Canine and Feline, 7th ed., Wiley-Blackwell — section on Osteosarcoma (OSA).Makielski, K. M., Mills, L. J., Sarver, A. L., Henson, M. S., Spector, L. G., Naik, S., & Modiano, J. F. (2019).**Risk Factors for Development of Canine and Human Osteosarcoma: A Comparative Review. Veterinary Sciences, 6(2), 48. https://doi.org/10.3390/vetsci6020048Boerman, I., Selvarajah, G. T., Nielen, M., et al. (2012). Prognostic factors in canine appendicular osteosarcoma – a meta-analysis. BMC Veterinary Research, 8, 56. https://doi.org/10.1186/1746-6148-8-56ReferencesSzewczyk, M., Lechowski, R., & Zabielska, K. (2015). What do we know about canine osteosarcoma treatment? – review.Veterinary Research Communications, 39, pp. 61–67. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11259-014-9623-0Frimberger, A. E., Chan, C. M., & Moore, A. S. (2016). Canine Osteosarcoma Treated by Post-Amputation Sequential Accelerated Doxorubicin and Carboplatin Chemotherapy: 38 Cases. Journal of the American Animal Hospital Association, 52(3), pp. 149–156. https://doi.org/10.5326/JAAHA-MS-6315Bush, J. M., Fredrickson, R. L., & Ehrhart, E. J. (2007). Equine Osteosarcoma: A Series of 8 Cases. Veterinary Pathology, 44(2), pp. 247–249. https://doi.org/10.1354/vp.44-2-247Bloomfield, R. (2015). Stereotactic radiation therapy in veterinary medicine. The Canadian Veterinary Journal, 56(1), pp. 95–97.Rohrer Bley, C., Meier, V., Turek, M., Besserer, J., & Unterhirkhers, S. (2024). Stereotactic Radiation Therapy Planning, Dose Prescription and Delivery in Veterinary Medicine: A Systematic Review on Completeness of Reporting and Proposed Reporting Items. Veterinary and Comparative Oncology, 22(4), pp. 457–469. https://doi.org/10.1111/vco.13011de Moura, F. B. C., Amorim, R. L., & Fonseca-Alves, C. E. (2025). Tyrosine kinase inhibitors in canine solid tumours: a systematic review of indications, response and safety. Veterinary Oncology, 2, 21. https://doi.org/10.1186/s44356-025-00036-1Makielski, K. M., Mills, L. J., Sarver, A. L., Henson, M. S., Spector, L. G., Naik, S., & Modiano, J. F. (2019). Risk Factors for Development of Canine and Human Osteosarcoma: A Comparative Review. Veterinary Sciences, 6(2), 48. https://doi.org/10.3390/vetsci6020048Boerman, I., Selvarajah, G. T., Nielen, M., et al. (2012). Prognostic factors in canine appendicular osteosarcoma – a meta-analysis. BMC Veterinary Research, 8, 56. https://doi.org/10.1186/1746-6148-8-56Current Vet is an educational podcast intended for veterinary students, veterinary professionals, and individuals with an interest in veterinary medicine.All content provided in this podcast and its associated materials is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended as, and must not be considered a substitute for, professional veterinary advice, diagnosis, or treatment.Any clinical cases discussed in this podcast are fictional, and are designed to reflect typical or likely clinical scenarios for educational purposes. They do not represent specific real-life cases, clients, or animals.While every effort is made to ensure accuracy and alignment with current evidence at the time of publication, veterinary medicine is a rapidly evolving field, and recommendations may change over time

In this episode, Dr Lottie talks about bovine tuberculosis (TB).Instagram & TikTok @veterinaryvistaRecommended ReadingUnveiling Insights into Bovine Tuberculosis: A Comprehensive ReviewReview on Bovine Tuberculosis: An Emerging Disease Associated with Multidrug-Resistant Mycobacterium SpeciesAPHIS NVAP Reference Guide: Tuberculosis (Control & Eradication) — for U.S. regulatory & testing standardsBovine Medicine by Peter CockcroftVeterinary Medicine: A Textbook of the Diseases of Cattle, Horses, Sheep, Pigs and Goats by Peter D. Constable, Kenneth William Hinchcliff, Walter Grünberg, Stanley DoneReferencesSchiller, I., Waters, W.R., Vordermeier, H.M., et al., 2010. Bovine tuberculosis: a review of current and emerging diagnostic techniques in view of their relevance for disease control and eradication. Transboundary and Emerging Diseases, 57(4), pp.205–220. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1865-1682.2010.01148.xZewude, A., Sibhatu, A., Dejene, S.W., et al., 2024. Unveiling insights into bovine tuberculosis: a comprehensive review. Open Veterinary Journal, 14(2), pp.163–175. https://doi.org/10.5455/OVJ.2024.v14.i2.5The World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH), 2025. Mammalian tuberculosis – Technical disease card. Available at: https://www.woah.org/en/disease/mammalian-tuberculosis/ [Accessed 15 Oct. 2025].TB Hub, 2025. Bovine TB information for farmers and vets. Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA), UK. Available at: https://tbhub.co.uk [Accessed 15 Oct. 2025].Fromsa, A., et al., 2024. BCG vaccination reduces bovine tuberculosis transmission, improving prospects for elimination. Science, 383, eadl3962. https://doi.org/10.1126/science.adl3962Whelan, A.O., Clifford, D., Upadhyay, B., Breadon, E.L., McNair, J., Hewinson, G.R. and Vordermeier, M.H., 2010. Development of a skin test for bovine tuberculosis for differentiating infected from vaccinated animals. Journal of Clinical Microbiology, 48(9), pp.3176–3181. https://doi.org/10.1128/JCM.00420-10United States Department of Agriculture – Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (USDA-APHIS), 2025. Tuberculosis: Control and eradication. National Veterinary Accreditation Program Reference Guide. Available at: https://www.aphis.usda.gov/nvap/reference-guide/control-eradication/tuberculosis [Accessed 15 Oct. 2025].Vordermeier, H.M., Hewinson, G.R. and Rhodes, S.G., 2022. Editorial: Recent advances in bovine tuberculosis. Frontiers in Veterinary Science, 9, Article 907353. https://doi.org/10.3389/fvets.2022.907353Borham, M., Oreiby, A., El-Gedawy, A., Hegazy, Y., Khalifa, H.O., Al-Gaabary, M. and Matsumoto, T., 2022. Review on bovine tuberculosis: an emerging disease associated with multidrug-resistant Mycobacterium species. Pathogens, 11(7), 715. https://doi.org/10.3390/pathogens11070715Khairullah, A.R., et al., 2024. Unveiling insights into bovine tuberculosis: a comprehensive review. Open Veterinary Journal, 14(6), pp.1330–1344. https://doi.org/10.5455/OVJ.2024.v14.i6.2Cockcroft, P.D., 2025. Bovine Medicine: Diseases and Husbandry of Cattle. 4th ed. Wiley-Blackwell, Chichester.Hinchcliff, K.W., Constable, P.D., Done, S. H. and Grünberg, W., 2017. Veterinary Medicine: A Textbook of the Diseases of Cattle, Horses, Sheep, Pigs and Goats. 11th ed. Elsevier, St Louis, MO.Current Vet is an educational podcast intended for veterinary students, veterinary professionals, and individuals with an interest in veterinary medicine.All content provided in this podcast and its associated materials is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended as, and must not be considered a substitute for, professional veterinary advice, diagnosis, or treatment.Any clinical cases discussed in this podcast are fictional, and are designed to reflect typical or likely clinical scenarios for educational purposes. They do not represent specific real-life cases, clients, or animals.While every effort is made to ensure accuracy and alignment with current evidence at the time of publication, veterinary medicine is a rapidly evolving field, and recommendations may change over time.

In this episode, Dr Lottie talks about chronic kidney disease (CKD) in cats.Instagram & TikTok @veterinaryvistaRecommended ReadingIRIS (International Renal Interest Society) Guidelines – staging guidelines and treatment recommendations.ACVIM Consensus Statement (2016): Diagnosis and Management of Feline CKD.ISFM Consensus Guidelines on Feline CKD (2016) – practical, cat-specific recommendations.BSAVA Manual of Canine and Feline Nephrology and UrologyBSAVA Manual of Feline PracticeReferences International Renal Interest Society (IRIS), 2023. IRIS Staging of CKD. [online] Available at: https://www.iris-kidney.com/ [Accessed 19 Sept. 2025].Sparkes, A.H., Caney, S., Chalhoub, S. et al., 2016. ISFM consensus guidelines on the diagnosis and management of feline chronic kidney disease. Journal of Feline Medicine and Surgery, 18(3), pp.219–239. doi:10.1177/1098612X16631234.Reynolds, B.S. and Lefebvre, H.P., 2013. Feline CKD: pathophysiology and risk factors—what do we know? Journal of Feline Medicine and Surgery, 15(Suppl 1), pp.3–14. doi:10.1177/1098612X13495234.Korman, R.M. and White, J.D., 2013. Feline CKD: current therapies – what is achievable? Journal of Feline Medicine and Surgery, 15(Suppl 1), pp.29–44. doi:10.1177/1098612X13495241.Paepe, D. and Daminet, S., 2013. Feline CKD: diagnosis, staging and screening – what is recommended? Journal of Feline Medicine and Surgery, 15(Suppl 1), pp.15–27. doi:10.1177/1098612X13495235.Nelson, R.W. and Couto, C.G., 2020. Small Animal Internal Medicine. 6th ed. St. Louis: Elsevier.Ettinger, S.J. and Feldman, E.C., 2017. Textbook of Veterinary Internal Medicine. 8th ed. St. Louis: Elsevier Saunders.Current Vet is an educational podcast intended for veterinary students, veterinary professionals, and individuals with an interest in veterinary medicine.All content provided in this podcast and its associated materials is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended as, and must not be considered a substitute for, professional veterinary advice, diagnosis, or treatment.Any clinical cases discussed in this podcast are fictional, and are designed to reflect typical or likely clinical scenarios for educational purposes. They do not represent specific real-life cases, clients, or animals.While every effort is made to ensure accuracy and alignment with current evidence at the time of publication, veterinary medicine is a rapidly evolving field, and recommendations may change over time

In this episode, Dr Lottie talks about canine parvovirus.Instagram & TikTok @veterinaryvistaTimeline:00:00 Intro00:36 Case01:55 Aetiology & Pathogenesis04:39 Clinical Signs05:48 Diagnosis07:47 Treatment09:40 Prevention11:08 Research Updates12:25 Key Points13:23 OutroRecommended ReadingGreene, C.E. (2012). Infectious Diseases of the Dog and Cat. 4th ed. St. Louis: Elsevier Saunders.Nelson, R.W. and Couto, C.G. (2020). Small Animal Internal Medicine. 6th ed. St. Louis: Elsevier.Miranda, C. and Thompson, G. (2020). Canine parvovirus: the worldwide occurrence of antigenic variants. Frontiers in Veterinary Science, 7, p.784.WSAVA Vaccination Guidelines (2020).ReferencesAVMA, 2024. Monoclonal antibodies show promise for canine parvovirus treatment. American Veterinary Medical Association News. [online] Available at: [https://www.avma.org/news/monoclonal-antibodies-show-promise-canine-parvovirus-treatment#:~:text=Monoclonal antibodies support the immune,later in the first week.](https://www.avma.org/news/monoclonal-antibodies-show-promise-canine-parvovirus-treatment?utm_source=chatgpt.com#:~:text=Monoclonal antibodies support the immune,later in the first week.) [Accessed 5 Sept. 2025].Day, M.J., Horzinek, M.C., Schultz, R.D. and Squires, R.A., 2016. WSAVA Guidelines for the vaccination of dogs and cats. Journal of Small Animal Practice, 57(1), pp.E1-E45.Decaro, N. and Buonavoglia, C., 2012. Canine parvovirus—A review of epidemiological and diagnostic aspects, with emphasis on type 2c. Veterinary Microbiology, 155(1), pp.1-12.Elanco, 2025. Elanco announces milestones expanding access to Canine Parvovirus Monoclonal Antibody (CPMA) to veterinarians and shelters across the country. Elanco Newsroom. [online] Available at: https://www.elanco.com/us/newsroom/press-releases/second-annual-national-parvo-awareness-day# [Accessed 5 Sept. 2025].Godsall, S.A., Clegg, S.R. and Stavisky, J.H., 2025. Canine parvovirus: current understanding of pathogenesis, diagnostics, and management. Veterinary Clinics of North America: Small Animal Practice, 55(3), pp.421-438. doi:10.1016/j.cvsm.2025.01.011. Available at: https://www.vetsmall.theclinics.com/article/S0195-5616(25)00011-7/abstract [Accessed 5 Sept. 2025].Greene, C.E. and Vandevelde, M., 2012. Infectious Diseases of the Dog and Cat. 4th ed. St. Louis: Elsevier Saunders.Miranda, C. and Thompson, G., 2020. Canine parvovirus: the worldwide occurrence of antigenic variants. Frontiers in Veterinary Science, 7, p.784. Available at: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7467068/ [Accessed 5 Sept. 2025].Mirazizpour, S.M., Ghaffari, M.S., Nazifi, S. and Mohammadi, M., 2023. Clinical value of serum acute phase proteins and cardiac troponin I in dogs with parvoviral enteritis. BMC Veterinary Research, 19(1), p.15. Available at: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38295522/ [Accessed 5 Sept. 2025].Nelson, R.W. and Couto, C.G., 2020. Small Animal Internal Medicine. 6th ed. St. Louis: Elsevier.Rahmani, A., Nazifi, S., Zare, H. and Esmailnejad, A., 2025. Prediction of prognosis and recovery time in canine parvovirus using machine learning models. Frontiers in Veterinary Science, 12, p.1555714. doi:10.3389/fvets.2025.1555714. Available at: https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/veterinary-science/articles/10.3389/fvets.2025.1555714/full [Accessed 5 Sept. 2025].WSAVA Vaccination Guidelines Group, 2020. Updated global vaccination guidelines for dogs and cats. Journal of Small Animal Practice, 61(6), pp.E1-E55.Current Vet is an educational podcast intended for veterinary students, veterinary professionals, and individuals with an interest in veterinary medicine.All content provided in this podcast and its associated materials is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended as, and must not be considered a substitute for, professional veterinary advice, diagnosis, or treatment.Any clinical cases discussed in this podcast are fictional, and are designed to reflect typical or likely clinical scenarios for educational purposes. They do not represent specific real-life cases, clients, or animals.While every effort is made to ensure accuracy and alignment with current evidence at the time of publication, veterinary medicine is a rapidly evolving field, and recommendations may change over time

 Vet school makes everything feel so much harder than it needs to. When I was in vet school, all I wanted was a podcast or videos that explained things in an understandable way, something that wasn't too clinical, not too complex, and I just never really found it. So I have made it. I'm Dr. Lottie and Current Vet is the podcast that makes veterinary medicine simple.It's the podcast that I wish I had as a student, and it's launching on the 5th of January. So if you are in vet med and you want to hear things explained simply, then this is for you.Current Vet is an educational podcast intended for veterinary students, veterinary professionals, and individuals with an interest in veterinary medicine.All content provided in this podcast and its associated materials is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended as, and must not be considered a substitute for, professional veterinary advice, diagnosis, or treatment.While every effort is made to ensure accuracy and alignment with current evidence at the time of publication, veterinary medicine is a rapidly evolving field, and recommendations may change over time.