The Veterinary Roundtable
Welcome to The Veterinary Roundtable! This podcast revolves around listener's questions and concerns regarding anything and everything vet med related. The hosts, Dr. Ashlyn Duckwall, Dr. Emily King, and Courtney Allan try their hardest to answer each and every listener question and inquiry to the best of their ability... and have a few laughs along the way. Episodes release weekly on Tuesdays at 9AM EST on all podcast services along with YouTube! Want to be featured on the show? Ask your question or send your inquiry by messaging us on social media, sending us a text message, or emailing theveterinaryroundtable...
The Emergency Veterinary Experience w/ Dr. Carin Beene
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Welcome to a special episode of The Veterinary Roundtable! In this episode the ladies welcome special guest, Dr. Carin Beene, a small animal emergency veterinarian to discuss anything and everything regarding emergency veterinary medicine at VEG; types of cases, patient workflow, the client-patient relationship, navigating veterinary costs, and so much more!
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Announcing The Veterinary Roundtable LIVE at WVC Nashville 2026
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Saddle up for The Veterinary Roundtable LIVE at Cannery Hall — the ultimate western-themed night out for veterinary professionals at WVC Nashville 2026!Â
Hosted by Dr. Adam Christman with special guests Sarah Parsons and Walter Brown, this one-of-a-kind live experience brings together everything you love about the veterinary community: laughs, hot topics, friendly competition, cocktails, and unforgettable moments with your clinic crew.
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Why HomewardVet Failed and What It Means for Veterinary Medicine
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Welcome to another episode of The Veterinary Roundtable! In this episode the ladies discuss HomewardVet closing it's doors, a gruesome dog bite tale from the trench, unique friction between two staff members in a clinic, and more!
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The Growing Concern Around Hantavirus and Household Pets
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Welcome to another episode of The Veterinary Roundtable! In this episode the ladies discuss two major topics surrounding the United States right now: hantavirus and ticks. Can hantavirus spread to pets? Where did it originate from? Why are hundreds of thousands of ticks spawning from thin air? Listen to the full episode to find out!
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What Happened to DVMoms and Why the Community Is Breaking Down
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Welcome to another episode of The Veterinary Roundtable! In this episode the ladies discuss follow ups from the protestors storming the Beagle research facility, corporate pharmacy policies, a new tick disease, the controversy surrounding DVMoms, and more!
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How RVTs Can Handle Team Tension in High-Stress ER Settings
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Welcome to another episode of The Veterinary Roundtable! In this episode the ladies a new diagnostic tool for determining canine dementia, an absolutely HILARIOUS tale from the trench, a pet owner struggling with different advice from multiple veterinarians, and more!
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Rectal vs Ear Thermometers? Vet Debates, ER Drama & Dog Bite Safety
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Welcome to another episode of The Veterinary Roundtable! In this episode the ladies discuss a new kind of bladder stone in pets, TWO tales from the trenches, whether they prefer ear or rectal thermometers, and more!
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Chewy Acquires Modern Animal: What This Means for the Future of Veterinary Care
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Welcome to another episode of The Veterinary Roundtable! In this episode the ladies discuss a tales from the trench voicemail that brings awareness to dog bites, a funny follow up from the bladder stone story last week, Chewy acquiring Modern Animal, and so much more!
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The Infamous Dog Bladder Stones Surgery Tale
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Welcome to another episode of The Veterinary Roundtable! In this episode the ladies discuss a CRAZY tale from the trench (that is so crazy they made it the title of this episode), go into detail on their thoughts of the new IDEXX Invue, and more!
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The Veterinary Roundtable Mailbag (Part 5)
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Welcome to another episode of The Veterinary Roundtable! In this episode it's all your questions and only your questions... plus a tale of the trench!
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Timestamps
 00:00 Intro
08:26 Pits and Peaks
14:45 Tales f...
Veterinarians Sound Alarm on Unregulated Dog Allergy Drugs
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Welcome to another episode of The Veterinary Roundtable! In this episode the ladies discuss over-the-counter medications being used by pet owners with poor results, how to handle mistakes in the clinic, ways to become a practice manager, and more!
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How New Federal Loan Limits Could Affect Veterinary Students
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Welcome to another episode of The Veterinary Roundtable! In this episode the ladies discuss a fruit gusher-like case, the new federal loan limits for vet students, updated guidance on canine chronic enteropathy, and more!
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The Veterinary Icebreaker Episode
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Welcome to another episode of The Veterinary Roundtable! In this episode it's ONLY icebreakers. The ladies answer everything from a patient they'll never forget to their most chaotic appointment to cases that went off the rails but worked out.Â
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The Future of Veterinary Dentistry w/ Mary Berg
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This episode is sponsored by Tartar Shield!
Welcome to a special episode of The Veterinary Roundtable! In this episode we're joined by Dr. Mary Berg, who has 30 years of experience in veterinary dental research and clinical practice and is the President of Beyond the Crown Veterinary Education as we take a deep dive into modern veterinary dentistry, exploring the true value of COHAT (Comprehensive Oral Health Assessment and Treatment), improving dental compliance, and creating stronger client relationships through better communication and workflow.
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The Veterinary Roundtable Mailbag (Part 4)
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Welcome to another episode of The Veterinary Roundtable! In this episode, Allie and Dr. King answer your questions with another mailbag episode! From how to create a positive work culture to overcoming the feeling of being behind in vet school to educating clients when they don't want to hear it... they answer it all!
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When Incentive Pay Crosses an Ethical Line in Vet Medicine
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Welcome to another episode of The Veterinary Roundtable! In this episode, the ladies discuss a thought-provoking article from AVMA, an insanely unethical tale from the trench, clarify a few points regarding cat declaws and scholarship opportunities for rural veterinarians, dive deep into a handful of interesting cases, and so much more!
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A Roadmap for Vet Techs Returning After Years Away
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Welcome to another episode of The Veterinary Roundtable! In this episode, the ladies discuss a whole panel of interesting cases, the AVMA potentially sugar coating the cost of veterinary school, how a former vet tech can confidently return to vet med after being away for 7 years, and more!
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How To Recognize Cognitive Dysfunction in Senior Dogs
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Welcome to another episode of The Veterinary Roundtable! In this episode, the ladies discuss recognizing cognitive dysfunction in dogs, an intense tale from the trench, learning how to not get super emotional during a euthanasia, and more!
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Why the Netherlands Wants to Ban Incentive-Based Pay for Vets
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Welcome to another episode of The Veterinary Roundtable! In this episode, the ladies discuss why the Netherlands is wanting to ban incentive-based pay for veterinarians, an update on Courtney's wild animal control case, advice for a vet tech student on choosing where to work, and more!
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Vet-Approved or Just Clickbait? Unmasking Misleading Pet Health Posts
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Welcome to another episode of The Veterinary Roundtable! In this episode, the ladies discuss California banning declaws, pet products being endorsed by fake veterinarians, a CRAZY tale from the trench involving a power outage, what to discuss during a vet school interview, and so much more!
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How Vet Students Can Make a Real Impact Through Leadership
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Welcome to another episode of The Veterinary Roundtable! In this episode, the ladies welcome back Dr. Duckwall with confetti, discuss a Wisconsin dog breeder no longer being eligible to supply research dogs, the NAVLE being accused of bias, a few very interested cases, and so much more!
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What Tucker Carlson’s Podcast Got Wrong About Veterinarians and Private Equity
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Welcome to another episode of The Veterinary Roundtable! In this episode, Dr. King is joined by her husband, Richie, to dissect a recent episode of The Tucker Carlson Joe where co-founder of Dutch, Joe Spector, made a myriad of false claims surrounding veterinary professionals and the veterinary industry.
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Is Vet School Admissions Out of Touch?
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Welcome to another episode of The Veterinary Roundtable! In this episode, the ladies welcome a surprise special guest, experience another year of veterinary-themed cocktails, discuss tips for the VTNE, the frustrations of applying to vet school (especially as an older applicant), and more!
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Can You Become a Vet Tech After Years at Home?
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Welcome to another episode of The Veterinary Roundtable! In this episode, the ladies celebrate Christmas with a Roundtable Thriftmas segment (that you definitely DON'T want to miss), give advice on a listener wanting to become a vet tech after years of being at home, and more!
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What Every Vet Should Know About Bravecto Quantum w/ Dr. Nikhil Joshi
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Welcome to a special episode of The Veterinary Roundtable! We’re excited to welcome Dr. Nikhil Joshi, Senior Professional Services Veterinarian at Merck Animal Health! With extensive veterinary experience, he’s here to dive into everything you need to know about Bravecto Quantum.
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How Vets Build Confidence With Restraint and High-Risk Cases
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Welcome to another episode of The Veterinary Roundtable! In this episode, the ladies discuss how veterinary professionals can build confidence in the clinic with all animals, spaying and aborting pets (and the policy that surrounds those procedures), a SUPER interesting case that covers months, and more!
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The Veterinary Roundtable Mailbag (Part 3)
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Welcome to another episode of The Veterinary Roundtable! In this episode, the ladies answer a TON of your questions: how to deal with grumpy co-workers, how to offer the best spectrum of care, managing time while in vet school, and more!
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Navigating Pregnancy as a Vet Tech
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Welcome to another episode of The Veterinary Roundtable! In this episode, the ladies discuss Tartar Shield's toothpaste receiving the VOHC seal, the FDA urging pet food businesses to address H5N1 in their products, a Breaking Bade-esque tale from the trench, how to navigate pregnancy in the medical field, and more!
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Are Hormone Replacements for Neutered Dogs Legit?
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Welcome to another episode of The Veterinary Roundtable! In this episode, the ladies discuss the FDA issuing emergency use authorization for a drug that can combat screwworm, California banning cat declaws, the difference between a DVM and BVM degree, if hormone replacements for neutered dogs are real (WHAT?!) and more!
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What The Veterinary Industry Doesn't Teach You
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Welcome to another episode of The Veterinary Roundtable! In this week’s episode, the ladies dive into two listener messages that spark some real talk about the veterinary industry. First, they share advice for a pre-vet student eager to learn what vet school doesn’t teach you — the hard lessons, the financial realities, and the personal growth that comes from experience. Then, they unpack a bold take from a vet tech and groomer who believes the profession might be going too far in trying to “fix” mental health and job sa...
The Cat That Kept Coming Back + Should Clinics Rent or Buy Equipment?
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Welcome to another episode of The Veterinary Roundtable! In this episode, the ladies a wild story of a cat that just kept coming back to a specific vet student, the newest veterinary school in South Carolina, veterinary clinics leasing vs buying equipment, and more!
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The Interview Questions That Build Drama-Free Vet Teams
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Welcome to another episode of The Veterinary Roundtable! In this episode, the ladies discuss South Carolina's first veterinary school, the United Kingdom wanting veterinary clinics to post their prices, interview questions to probe for a veterinary technician's soft skills, and more!
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Why Pet Care Feels Expensive (and How Vets Can Explain It)
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Welcome to another episode of The Veterinary Roundtable! In this episode, the ladies welcome the official newest member to the podcast and dive deep into the nitty gritty on the cost of running a veterinary clinic!
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What It’s Like to Be Married to a Vet Med Pro w/ The Husbands
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Welcome to another episode of The Veterinary Roundtable! In this episode, the ladies are joined by none other than their husbands to discuss what dog breed they would be, the harsh truth about wages in veterinary medicine, advice they'd give to other spouses with significant others in veterinary medicine, and more!
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Breaking the Rules: FTC, FDA, and the Cases You Won’t Believe
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Welcome to another episode of The Veterinary Roundtable! In this episode, the ladies discuss a new case of New World Screwworm that's getting closer to the United States, the FTC vacating the non-compete rule, a snake bite tale from the trench that feels like a saga, and more!
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Inside Zoetis: Dr. Courtney Pierce on Canine Pain, Arthritis, and the Future of Librela
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Welcome to another episode of The Veterinary Roundtable! The ladies could not be more excited to welcome veterinarian and Lead for Canine Pain at Zoetis, Dr. Courtney Pierce! They discuss everything from how Zoetis evaluates potential adverse events to the "Dear DVM" letters that have been written addressing Librela. You do not want to miss this episode!
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When Techs Make Mistakes, Reset Clothes, and Army Dogs
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Welcome to another episode of The Veterinary Roundtable! In this episode, the ladies are joined by a familiar face, Allie McQueary, lead surgery tech for All-Star Veterinary Clinic, and discuss a super interesting case of Progressive Retinal Atrophy, the tragic passing of an Auburn veterinary professor, clothes they prefer wearing after work, and more!
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A Conversation With Courtney Allan (Solo Q&A)
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Welcome to another episode of The Veterinary Roundtable! In this episode, Courtney goes solo and answers YOUR questions straight from our very own mailbag; favorite skills and positions as a technician, favorite procedures to assist on, thoughts on groomers plucking a dog's ears, and so much more.
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How To Build Coping Skills In Vet Med w/ Rebecca Newman
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Welcome to a special episode of The Veterinary Roundtable! In this episode, the ladies welcome Rebecca Newman, Appalachian State University's Assistant Program Director & Wellbeing Coordinator and Bright Minds Award Winner, to discuss coping mechanisms in veterinary medicine, the most common issues among veterinary students, if veterinary schools are assisting student with mental health, and so much more!
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What No One Talks About With Anticipatory Grief and Pet Loss
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Welcome to another episode of The Veterinary Roundtable! In this episode, the ladies discover that Dr. King doesn't know what the Illuminati is, they discuss a "rags-to-riches" tale from the trench, the New World Screwworm making waves, the standard for leaving pets in a car, advice for anticipatory grief, and more!
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