Veterinary Podcast by the VetGurus

Main Topic: Mark’s Top Five Tips for Veterinary Support Personnel

This week’s podcast is aimed squarely at our veterinary nurses, technicians, receptionists, and support staff: we dive into Client Communication on Exotic Pet Prognosis and Costs.

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Main Topic: Journal paper review

We deep dive into a landmark paper published in the journal of Parasitology Research: Single oral-dose fluralaner treatment against Ophionyssus natricis infestation – a large scale study demonstrating long-term efficacy in captive snakes.

This is a groundbreaking paper in our opinion as it will likely revolutionise the treatment of reptile mite, espeically in large collections.

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We discuss why amphibian pain matters – and how to alleviate it. In other words it’s all about Amphibian Analgesia this week!

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Main Topic: 31st Annual PAHA Conference

Brendan & Mark were thrilled to be invited to speak at the 31st Annual Philippine Animal Hospital Association conference, held in Manila. They discuss the conference and their trip to the wonderful country of the Philippines.

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Main Topic: Wildlife Triage

What to do when your clinic is presented with wildlife – where to start? What to do? How to Triage?

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Main Topic: Pseudobupthalmos in Snakes

It’s snake eyes this week, specifically pseudobuphthalmos. We discussed this topic back in August 2025 (Episode 360) so we thought it’s time to revisit this topic, including a discussion of the anatomy of the reptile nasolacrimal duct.

Here is the link to the paper we refer to in the podcast.

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We dive into looking at possible links between dental disease and respiratory disease in rabbits this week. A recent paper discussed the potential correlation between Dental and Thoracic Pathology in rabbits. Let’s jump in!

Here is the paper & it’s link: Computed Tomographic Study in 73 Pet Rabbits (Oryctolagus cuniculus): Evaluation of the Correlation Between Dental and Thoracic Pathology

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Main Topic: The Role of Veterinary Boards in the Life of Veterinarians

It’s bit of dry topic this week: but an important one! We discuss the role of veterinary boards in the life of Veterinarians. What are the roles of the veterinary regulator boards and what do they do? Listen in! The Australasian Veterinary Board Council is here.

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Main Topic: Eggshell Minerals and Dystocia in Eastern Indigo Snakes

A threatened species, a captive breeding program fighting a near-1-in-3 dystocia rate, and a clever question: does that reproductive struggle leave a trace in the eggshell? Mark and Brendan dig into new eggshell mineral analysis from the Orianne Center for Indigo Conservation’s eastern indigo snake colony — what differs between wild- and captive-bred snakes, what differs between normal oviposition and dystocia, and why sodium keeps showing up as a signal worth watching.

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Main Topic: UV lighting in reptiles

This episode we shed light on reptile lighting, specifically UV light.

Note that we covered UV lighting in reptiles previously – way back in Episode 54 in October 2018. You may want to listen to that episode as well. Also see Episode 197: Enlightened – where we discussed UV lighting in species other than reptiles.

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News: No news items today Main Topic: Encephalitozoon Cuniculi in Pet Rabbits We tackle the brain bending disease of EC in rabbits. This is a disease many vets struggle with - we are here to help! VetGurus Merchandise - VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items. All purchases help support our podcast , helping pay for our production costs. So the bonus for you is that you get some great merchandise and you feel good inside for supporting us - win:win. So click on this link and get shopping. Order now: VetGurus Shop. ...

Previous Topics and Website: VetGurus.com Main Topic: Mobile devices in Veterinary Practice We discuss the use of mobile devices in veterinary practice- such as cameras, recording, practice management software and more... listen in! VetGurus Merchandise - VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items. All purchases help support our podcast , helping pay for our production costs. So the bonus for you is that you get some great merchandise and you feel good inside for supporting us - win:win. So click on this link and get shopping. Order now: VetGurus Shop. Say Hi! ...

News: No news items today Main Topic: Ferret Medicine 101 It's another Back to Basics episode today, with everything you need to know (maybe..) about basic veterinary care of ferrets. We cover diet, desexing, distemper, dental disease and even some topics not starting with the letter D. VetGurus Merchandise - VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items. All purchases help support our podcast , helping pay for our production costs. So the bonus for you is that you get some great merchandise and you feel good inside for supporting us - win:win. So click...

News: Scientists target rabbit fertility in radical new pest- control plan Main Topic: Pododermatitis in Rodents We tackle sore feet this week - specifically pododermatitis in guinea pigs, rats & mice. What causes it, how can we treat it and what to do to prevent? Listen in to find out the answers! VetGurus Merchandise - VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items. All purchases help support our podcast , helping pay for our production costs. So the bonus for you is that you get some great merchandise and you feel good inside for supporting us...

Book Review: The Infinite sadness of small appliances Brendan reviews The Infinite Sadness of Small Appliances and discusses why he has fallen for a kind vacuum cleaner. Main Topic: Back to Basics - Clinical techniques in Reptiles We cover clinical techniques in reptiles, such as blood collection, radiographs and bandaging. Enjoy this 'Back to Basics' episode. VetGurus Merchandise - VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items. All purchases help support our podcast , helping pay for our production costs. So the bonus for you is that you get some great merchandise and you feel...

Film Review: Emily: I Am Kam Main Topic: Antifungal Therapy in Avian Species We get furry and fuzzy this week with a deep dive into antifungal therapy in avian species. VetGurus Merchandise - VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items. All purchases help support our podcast , helping pay for our production costs. So the bonus for you is that you get some great merchandise and you feel good inside for supporting us - win:win. So click on this link and get shopping. Order now: VetGurus Shop. Say Hi! Send us an email...

News: Scientists target rabbit fertility in radical new pest-control plan Main Topic: Confidentiality in Veterinary Practice We discuss the improtant issues of client and patient confidentiatility in veterinary practice. VetGurus Merchandise - VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items. All purchases help support our podcast , helping pay for our production costs. So the bonus for you is that you get some great merchandise and you feel good inside for supporting us - win:win. So click on this link and get shopping. Order now: VetGurus Shop. Say Hi! Send us an email: VetGurus...

News: Marsupials previously thought extinct for millennia discovered in New Guinea Main Topic: 2026 Australian Veterinary Association Conference Brendan attended the recent Australian Veterinary Association (AVA) conference which was held in Brisbane, the capital city of Queensland. He chaired several sessions and also presented a topic on on small mammal surgery. We discuss the conference and some of the interesting presentations he managed to attend. VetGurus Merchandise - VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items. All purchases help support our podcast , helping pay for our production costs. So the bonus for you is that...

News: No news items this week Main Topic: Journal Club We discuss some interesting recently published papers on exotic pets: The Rat Thoracic Ultrasound protocol: scanning technique and normal findings The Collapsing Ferret: More Than Insulinoma VetGurus Merchandise - VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items. All purchases help support our podcast , helping pay for our production costs. So the bonus for you is that you get some great merchandise and you feel good inside for supporting us - win:win. So click on this link and get shopping. Order now: VetGurus Shop. ...

News: Why do foraging Spanish vultures stop at the border with Portugal? Main Topic: Photography in Veterinary Practice Many of you already know that Mark & Brendan are keen photographers. This week we discuss the use of photography in veterinary practices and the benefits of incorporating photography into your workflow. VetGurus Merchandise - VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items. All purchases help support our podcast , helping pay for our production costs. So the bonus for you is that you get some great merchandise and you feel good inside for supporting us - win...

News: The rare rat virus behind cruise ship deaths Main Topic: Simple Environmental enrichment tips for exotic pets Time to exercise the minds of our exotic pets - or to put it another way: prevent them from getting bored! We dive into some simple and effective methods to provide environmental enrichment for unusual and exotic pets. VetGurus Merchandise - VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items. All purchases help support our podcast , helping pay for our production costs. So the bonus for you is that you get some great merchandise and you feel...

News: Nigeria seizes more than 1,600 exotic birds in one of the biggest wildlife trafficking busts in years Supersized stick insect discovered in high-altitude trees in Australia Main Topic: Methadone for analgesia in Reptiles Determining an analgesic agent for reptiles can be problematic. This week we discuss the use of methadone in reptiles. VetGurus Merchandise - VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items. All purchases help support our podcast , helping pay for our production costs. So the bonus for you is that you get some great merchandise and you feel good inside for supporting...

News: Once in a lifetime Koala sighting at family-owned wildlife sanctuary Main Topic: Nematodes in Australian Parrots We cover some pesky parrot parasites this week and look at nematodes in captive Australian parrots. VetGurus Merchandise - VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items. All purchases help support our podcast , helping pay for our production costs. So the bonus for you is that you get some great merchandise and you feel good inside for supporting us - win:win. So click on this link and get shopping. Order now: VetGurus Shop. Say Hi! Send...

News: How eastern quolls, once extinct on the mainland, have returned to Victoria Main Topic: Lumps in Lizards and Snakes Way back in March 2021 (episode 182 - 'One Lump or two?') we covered lumps in snakes. We return to this topic and also include lizards. As part of our Back to Basics series we summarise the diagnoses, causes, treatment and prevention of lumps in lizards and reptiles. VetGurus Merchandise - VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items. All purchases help support our podcast , helping pay for our production costs. So the bonus for...

News: No News this week Main Topic: The veterinary challenges of treating dinosaurs. What would be the challenges of treating a pet dinosaur? Brendan and Mark delve into the veterinary aspects of dinosaur medicine in this lighthearted episode. VetGurus Merchandise - VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items. All purchases help support our podcast , helping pay for our production costs. So the bonus for you is that you get some great merchandise and you feel good inside for supporting us - win:win. So click on this link and get shopping. Order now...

Review: Mark reviews the movie Pig. Mark gives it a 8.6 out of 10. Main Topic: Hepatic Lipidosis in Psittacine birds What is it? How common is it? How do we treat it? How do we prevent it? Sooo many questions! Listen into find the answers. VetGurus Merchandise - VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items. All purchases help support our podcast , helping pay for our production costs. So the bonus for you is that you get some great merchandise and you feel good inside for supporting us - win:win. So click on this...

News: No news items this week Main Topic: Fear Free This week we discuss approaches to veterinary medicine and the concern of some new graduates to 'get stuck in' and 'have a go'. VetGurus Merchandise - VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items. All purchases help support our podcast , helping pay for our production costs. So the bonus for you is that you get some great merchandise and you feel good inside for supporting us - win:win. So click on this link and get shopping. Order now: VetGurus Shop. Say Hi! Send...

News: No news items this week Main Topic: Neoplasia in Reptiles We dive into reptile neoplasia and discuss this topic in conjunction with a discussion of two recent papers from The Journal of Herpetological Medicine and Surgery: Reptile Oncology: Current Insights and Future Perspectives. Part 1 & 2. VetGurus Merchandise - VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items. All purchases help support our podcast , helping pay for our production costs. So the bonus for you is that you get some great merchandise and you feel good inside for supporting us - win:win. So click on...

News: We marvel at the 2026 British Wildlife Photography Awards. Main Topic: Uroliths in Guinea Pigs Uroliths in pet Guinea Pigs are well known by those working in exotic pet practice. This week we summarise Guinea Pig uroliths. This is part our Back to Basics series of podcasts - simple, practical summaries of exotic and unusual pet care issues. VetGurus Merchandise - VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items. All purchases help support our podcast , helping pay for our production costs. So the bonus for you is that you get some great merchandise and...

News: No news items this week Main Topic: Body Condition Scoring in Bearded Dragons How Do We Body Condition Score a Lizard? Listen in to find out. The discussion is based on this paper, published in the Journal of Herpetological Medicine and Surgery. VetGurus Merchandise - VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items. All purchases help support our podcast , helping pay for our production costs. So the bonus for you is that you get some great merchandise and you feel good inside for supporting us - win:win. So click on this link...

News: Pumas in Patagonia started feasting on penguins Main Topic: Safe Handling & Restraint of Wildlife & Exotic Pets This week's podcast if for the veterinary nurses/technicians. We discuss safe handling & restraint of a range of wildlife species and unusual/exotic pets. VetGurus Merchandise - VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items. All purchases help support our podcast , helping pay for our production costs. So the bonus for you is that you get some great merchandise and you feel good inside for supporting us - win:win. So click on this link and get...

News: No news this week Main Topic: Reptile Production Medicine Time to chat about reptile 'herd health'. We dive into medical treatment of reptile breeder establishments. VetGurus Merchandise - VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items. All purchases help support our podcast , helping pay for our production costs. So the bonus for you is that you get some great merchandise and you feel good inside for supporting us - win:win. So click on this link and get shopping. Order now: VetGurus Shop. Say Hi! Send us an email: VetGurus@Gmail.com. We...

News: VetGurus website update: Some of you may have had trouble accessing the VetGurus.com website. The website link is n ow back up and working. Otherwise, you can find the VetGurus website by searching for 'Veterinary Podcast with Brendan and Mark'. After 2,000 Years, Scientists Finally Solve the Riddle of the Chameleon’s Wandering Eye Streaked shearwaters poop only while flying over the ocean Main Topic: Eye problems in reptiles The eyes have it this week.. let's see if we can fix that! We dive into eye issues found in Reptiles. Also see these episodes for more detailed information on sp...

News: No new articles this week Main Topic: Ethical considerations of desexing of exotic pets. When it comes to exotic and avian pets, desexing is much less common, but when it is considered, there are several unique ethical considerations to unpack. Let's talk. VetGurus Merchandise - VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items. All purchases help support our podcast , helping pay for our production costs. So the bonus for you is that you get some great merchandise and you feel good inside for supporting us - win:win. So click on this link...

News: No news items this week. Main Topic: Ducks Five things about Ducks that intrigue Mark as Exotic/Avian Pet Veterinarian. VetGurus Merchandise - VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items. All purchases help support our podcast , helping pay for our production costs. So the bonus for you is that you get some great merchandise and you feel good inside for supporting us - win:win. So click on this link and get shopping. Order now: VetGurus Shop. Say Hi! Send us an email: VetGurus@Gmail.com. We love hearing from our listeners...

News: High-speed cameras capture how venomous snakes bite Main Topic: Back to Basics - It's back to basics with the first of a series of episodes on basic exotics/unusual pet medicine and surgery. This first episode of the series is on desexing of small mammals. VetGurus Merchandise - VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items. All purchases help support our podcast , helping pay for our production costs. So the bonus for you is that you get some great merchandise and you feel good inside for supporting us - win:win. So click...

News: Mark reviews the film Longlegs. He gives it 6.1 out of 10. Main Topic: Journal Club It's journal club time. This week we discuss a paper published in The Journal of Herpetological Medicine and Surgery: Presumptive Hemolytic Anemia after Consumption of Wild Garlic (Allium ursinum) and Blood Transfusion Therapy in Two Bearded Dragons (Pogona vitticeps). VetGurus Merchandise - VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items. All purchases help support our podcast , helping pay for our production costs. So the bonus for you is that you get some great merchandise and you feel good inside...

News: How Smart Are Snakes Really? He made beer that’s also a vaccine. Main Topic: What Mark wanted for Christmas - Veterinary Edition Mark laments about veterinary Christmas presents he wished he had. VetGurus Merchandise - VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items. All purchases help support our podcast , helping pay for our production costs. So the bonus for you is that you get some great merchandise and you feel good inside for supporting us - win:win. So click on this link and get shopping. Order now: VetGurus Shop. Say Hi! Se...

News: The only snake known To cooperatively hunt In packs Main Topic: It's our annual Christmas/New Year Special. Mark and Brendan look back over 2025, and forward.. whilst imbibing some Christmas spirit. VetGurus Merchandise - VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items. All purchases help support our podcast , helping pay for our production costs. So the bonus for you is that you get some great merchandise and you feel good inside for supporting us - win:win. So click on this link and get shopping. Order now: VetGurus Shop. Say Hi! Send us...

Email: We catch up with some emails this week Main Topic: Rabbit Medicine in Australia: Clinical, Ethical, and Practical Challenges VetGurus Merchandise - VetGurus Etsy Store VetGurus Shop Checkout the VetGurus range of quirky, distinctive branded items. All purchases help support our podcast , helping pay for our production costs. So the bonus for you is that you get some great merchandise and you feel good inside for supporting us - win:win. So click on this link and get shopping. Order now: VetGurus Shop. Say Hi! Send us an email: VetGurus@Gmail.com. We love hearing from our listeners...