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🩺 Episode 16 – Bonus Episode!
Endocrinopathies I: Hyperthyroidism & Hypothyroidism 🎙️

Welcome to the first episode of our brand new mini-series:
🧠 Endocrinopathies

We’re kicking things off with two of the most common endocrine conditions seen in small animal practice:
🐱 Hyperthyroidism
🐶 Hypothyroidism

Weight loss despite eating everything in sight?
Lethargic dogs that “just seem older”?
The cat that won’t stop yowling at 3am? 👀

In this episode we discuss:
• Common presentations in dogs & cats
• Clinical signs to look out for
• How we approach diagnosis in practice
• Working cases up properly
• Treatment options & monitoring
• The things that can easily catch you out

As always, this is a practical, discussion-based episode focused on real GP practice — not just textbook medicine.

Perfect for vets, RVNs, students, and anyone wanting a refresh on conditions we see all the time in consult rooms.

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Episode 15 – Two Week Takedown 🎙️
It’s Vet Nursing Awareness Month… and we’ve brought in the experts 👀

This week, we’re shining a spotlight on the absolute backbone of veterinary practice — veterinary nurses. From clinical expertise to client care, we’re diving into just how skilled, versatile, and undervalued they can be in practice.

We’re joined by three brilliant guests:
✨ Jade (@jadethevetnurse)
✨ Elle (@thepositivevetnurse)
✨ Alexandra (iCatCare)

Together, we unpack:
– The true scope of veterinary nursing skills (and why they’re often underused)
– What better support in practice actually looks like
– Burnout, retention, and how we protect our nurses
– Career diversification and the opportunities beyond “traditional” roles

This one’s an important listen — whether you’re a vet, nurse, student, or part of the wider profession. If we want a stronger future for the industry, it starts with recognising and empowering our nurses.

🔗 Resources & organisations discussed in this episode:

– BSAVA PetSavers: https://www.bsava.com/petsavers/
– Veterinary Woman: https://www.veterinarywoman.co.uk/

- BVNA and Veterinary Nursing Awareness Month:

https://bvna.org.uk/project/veterinary-nursing-awareness-month-may-2026/

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🚨 This might be one of our most controversial episodes yet…

Welcome back to Episode 14 – Two Week Takedown on The Chatty Vets Podcast 🎙️

This week, we’re tackling some of the biggest topics currently circulating in small animal practice — the kind that spark real debate in the consult room and beyond…

💨 Are vapes putting our dogs at risk?
🐶 The ongoing brachycephalic breed debate — where do we stand?
🦷 PLUS a special dentistry segment with Jonathan Frost from Frost Referrals.

If you want to learn more about Jonathan’s work, head to: https://frostdentalvet.com/

We’re also covering:
🐱 The UK cat overpopulation crisis
🦠 Giardia recurrence in dogs
🥩 Raw feeding — risks, hygiene, and reality
🧠 The future of the canine microbiome

As always, it’s honest, practical, and based on what we’re actually seeing in practice — no fluff, no lectures.

🎧 Perfect for vets, RVNs, and students who want to stay up to date in a way that feels like a genuine conversation.

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