Vet Talk with Royal Canin

Many pet owners are looking for nutritional recommendations when they visit a veterinarian, but often times, the topic is not discussed.  Today, as part of our special nutrition series we’ll discuss potential reasons why that might be the case, ways to ensure the conversation occurs and the benefits of discussing nutrition at every client visit. 

As part of our special nutrition series, this podcast explores topics of particular interest to veterinary nutritionists:  When is it appropriate to feed cats and dogs human food?  Is it ever okay to prepare homemade diets?  Learn directly from veterinary nutritionists what role they serve in working with veterinarians and pet owners to determine appropriate feeding for each individual cat or dog.

Americans love cats! According to a recent survey conducted by OnePoll on behalfof Royal Canin, 84% of those surveyed said their cat is important to them and therefore their health is important. So, why is there a gap in regular vet care for cats? This podcast discusses some of the reasons for this gap, the importance of preventive care, and how feline enrichment can aid in successful visits to the vet.

With less than half of all cats in the United States visiting the veterinarian on a regular basis, changes need to be made to encourage this trend to shift.  Getting the cats to the clinic is only part of the problem.  When practices are not designed to be feline-focused, the cat and cat owner may both have negative experiences.  This podcast explores some simple, and not-so-simple, changes clinics can make to be more welcoming of cats. 

Research shows that a business has less turnover and more productivity when they make giving back a priority.  And, we have heard time and time again that consumer make decisions on who they do business with based on a company’s purpose.  This podcast will address the concept of giving back specific to the veterinary industry and how it can truly make associates feel a part of something greater just by having these opportunities. 

Less than half of all cats in the US visit the veterinarian regularly. While it is difficult to transport the pet, another factor is the experience when arriving to the clinic. Hear tips and tricks for making practices more comfortable for cats and their owners, making the transporting process simpler and learn why it is so important to see more cats in your practice.

The future of the veterinary industry begins now. Many veterinarians knew from an early age that they wanted to pursue a career in veterinary medicine. Hear personal stories from current veterinarians about their career paths, learn about current trends in veterinary medicine, and get tips on how current veterinarians and technicians can support aspiring vets/techs.  

Referral care is becoming an increasingly common and important part of comprehensive veterinary care for pets. Thoughtful planning is crucial for everyone to have the most seamless experience. This podcast explores best practices in establishing relationships between the referral practices and general practitioners. 

The statistics are staggering: male veterinarians are 2.1 times and female veterinarians are 3.5 times more likely to die from suicide than members of the U.S. general population. During this podcast, veterinarians Dr. Kimberly Pope-Robinson and Dr. Laura Pletz discuss finding happiness in veterinary medicine by managing emotional wellbeing, creating a career that is sustainable, and combatting stress.

Consumers are being inundated with current trends and taking non-expert advice on nutrition. Dr. Catherine Lenox and Dr. Lisa Weeth discuss how to help clinics overcome this challenge in order to have educated, scientific but consumer-friendly conversations with the pet owners they see. 

Veterinarians Dr. Andy Roark and Dr. Megan Hill talk with moderator, Brenda Andresen, about the ways veterinarians can broach difficult topics with pet owners, including pet obesity.