Ep. 83 Preventive Medicine - BEFORE your pet is sick w/ Dr Christine Garrett
In this episode, Dr. Christine Garrett discusses the importance of preventive care for pets. She defines preventive care as actions taken before a pet becomes sick, such as diagnosing diseases early or protecting pets from potential exposures. Dr. Garrett emphasizes that preventive care cannot prevent everything but can help detect and treat diseases early, leading to a longer and healthier life for pets. She recommends annual veterinary visits, regular diagnostic tests, and preventive medications to keep pets healthy. Dr. Garrett also highlights the significance of dental cleanings and provides a fun fact about Christmas tree worms.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Christmas Vacation
02:09 Defining Preventive Care
03:30 Importance of Preventive Care
04:39 Addressing Skepticism
05:55 Benefits of Early Detection
07:23 AVMA AHA Preventive Health Guidelines
08:30 Frequency of Veterinary Visits
09:18 Geographical Considerations
10:23 Recommended Diagnostic Tests
12:07 Pets Age Faster
13:21 Preventive Medications
14:14 At-Home Preventive Measures
17:10 AI Technology in Preventive Medicine
18:03 The Importance of Dental Cleanings
23:35 Fun Fact: Christmas Tree Worms
25:55 Closing Remarks
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Got a question for Michael and Stephen? Run across something interesting you want to share with the show? Do you have a topic idea for a future episode? Send it to us at thefamilypetpodcast@gmail.com
Ep. 83 Preventive Medicine - BEFORE your pet is sick w/ Dr Christine Garrett
In this episode, Dr. Christine Garrett discusses the importance of preventive care for pets. She defines preventive care as actions taken before a pet becomes sick, such as diagnosing diseases early or protecting pets from potential exposures. Dr. Garrett emphasizes that preventive care cannot prevent everything but can help detect and treat diseases early, leading to a longer and healthier life for pets. She recommends annual veterinary visits, regular diagnostic tests, and preventive medications to keep pets healthy. Dr. Garrett also highlights the significance of dental cleanings and provides a fun fact about Christmas tree worms.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Christmas Vacation
02:09 Defining Preventive Care
03:30 Importance of Preventive Care
04:39 Addressing Skepticism
05:55 Benefits of Early Detection
07:23 AVMA AHA Preventive Health Guidelines
08:30 Frequency of Veterinary Visits
09:18 Geographical Considerations
10:23 Recommended Diagnostic Tests
12:07 Pets Age Faster
13:21 Preventive Medications
14:14 At-Home Preventive Measures
17:10 AI Technology in Preventive Medicine
18:03 The Importance of Dental Cleanings
23:35 Fun Fact: Christmas Tree Worms
25:55 Closing Remarks
Don't forget to subscribe, and if you found this episode insightful, share it with fellow pet enthusiasts. Wishing you and your pets a happy and healthy journey together!
Got a question for Michael and Stephen? Run across something interesting you want to share with the show? Do you have a topic idea for a future episode? Send it to us at thefamilypetpodcast@gmail.com