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46 Episoden
15 Minuten
In this episode of Current Vet, Dr. Lottie talks about canine pyometra, what the underlying physiology is that leads to it developing, the two key types of disease and why it is an emergency.
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Timeline:
00:00 Intro
00:52 Case
01:32 Aetiology & Pathogenesis
03:33 Clinical Signs
04:29 Diagnosis
06:55 Treatment
11:19 Prevention
12:53 Key Points
13:59 Outro
References
Smith, F.O. (2006) ‘Canine pyometra’, Theriogenology, 66(3), pp. 610–612. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.theriogenology.2006.04.023.
Wallace, G.B. and Casal, M.L. (2018) ‘Pyometra’, Textbook of Small Animal Emergency Medicine. John Wiley & Sons, Ltd, pp. 795–801. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1002/9781119028994.ch123.
Pretzer, S.D. (2008) ‘Clinical presentation of canine pyometra and mucometra: A review’, Theriogenology, 70(3), pp. 359–363. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.theriogenology.2008.04.028.
Fransson, B.A. and Ragle, C.A. (2003) ‘Canine Pyometra: An Update on Pathogenesis and Treatment’, 25(8), pp. 602–610.
Hagman, R. (2017) ‘Canine pyometra: What is new?’, Reproduction in Domestic Animals, 52(S2), pp. 288–292. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1111/rda.12843.
Current Vet is an educational podcast intended for veterinary students, veterinary professionals, and individuals with an interest in veterinary medicine.
All content provided in this podcast and its associated materials is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended as, and must not be considered a substitute for, professional veterinary advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Any clinical cases discussed in this podcast are fictional, and are designed to reflect typical or likely clinical scenarios for educational purposes. They do not represent specific real-life cases, clients, or animals.
While every effort is made to ensure accuracy and alignment with current evidence at the time of publication, veterinary medicine is a rapidly evolving field, and recommendations may change over time.
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Timeline:
00:00 Intro
00:52 Case
01:32 Aetiology & Pathogenesis
03:33 Clinical Signs
04:29 Diagnosis
06:55 Treatment
11:19 Prevention
12:53 Key Points
13:59 Outro
References
Smith, F.O. (2006) ‘Canine pyometra’, Theriogenology, 66(3), pp. 610–612. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.theriogenology.2006.04.023.
Wallace, G.B. and Casal, M.L. (2018) ‘Pyometra’, Textbook of Small Animal Emergency Medicine. John Wiley & Sons, Ltd, pp. 795–801. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1002/9781119028994.ch123.
Pretzer, S.D. (2008) ‘Clinical presentation of canine pyometra and mucometra: A review’, Theriogenology, 70(3), pp. 359–363. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.theriogenology.2008.04.028.
Fransson, B.A. and Ragle, C.A. (2003) ‘Canine Pyometra: An Update on Pathogenesis and Treatment’, 25(8), pp. 602–610.
Hagman, R. (2017) ‘Canine pyometra: What is new?’, Reproduction in Domestic Animals, 52(S2), pp. 288–292. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1111/rda.12843.
Current Vet is an educational podcast intended for veterinary students, veterinary professionals, and individuals with an interest in veterinary medicine.
All content provided in this podcast and its associated materials is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended as, and must not be considered a substitute for, professional veterinary advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Any clinical cases discussed in this podcast are fictional, and are designed to reflect typical or likely clinical scenarios for educational purposes. They do not represent specific real-life cases, clients, or animals.
While every effort is made to ensure accuracy and alignment with current evidence at the time of publication, veterinary medicine is a rapidly evolving field, and recommendations may change over time.
23 Minuten
In this episode of Current Vet, Dr. Lottie talks about heartworm disease, caused by Dirofilaria immitis. She covers how these parasites infect and cause disease in the body, the different diagnostic tests available and what the recommended treatment protocol is. She also briefly talks about the fact that cats always present differently.
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Timeline:
00:00 Intro
01:17 Case
02:15 Aetiology & Pathogenesis
07:38 Clinical Signs
08:25 Diagnosis
11:43 Treatment
16:44 Prevention
19:53 Key Points
21:46 Outro
References
Nelson, C.T. (2021) ‘111 - Heartworm and Related Nematodes’, in J.E. Sykes (ed.) Greene’s Infectious Diseases of the Dog and Cat (Fifth Edition). Philadelphia: W.B. Saunders, pp. 1399–1417. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1016/B978-0-323-50934-3.00111-7.
Delamarter, M. (2022) ‘Diagnosing and Treating Heartworm Infection in Dogs’, Today’s Veterinary Practice, 9 August. Available at: https://todaysveterinarypractice.com/parasitology/diagnosing-and-treating-heartworm-infection-in-dogs/(Accessed: 7 December 2024).
American Heartworm Society. Available at: https://www.heartwormsociety.org/?tpg=anti-anxiety-pill-without-prescription&idn=b (Accessed: 4 December 2024).
Atkinson, P.J. et al. (2023) ‘Relative diagnostic accuracy of point-of-care tests to rule-in Dirofilaria immitis infection in clinically suspect dogs: A systematic review and meta-analysis’, Preventive Veterinary Medicine, 217, p. 105970. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.prevetmed.2023.105970.
Ames, M.K. and Atkins, C.E. (2020) ‘Treatment of dogs with severe heartworm disease’, Veterinary Parasitology, 283, p. 109131. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.vetpar.2020.109131.
Pietrzak, D., Łuczak, J.W. and Wiśniewski, M. (2024) ‘Detecting Dirofilaria immitis: Current Practices and Novel Diagnostic Methods’, Pathogens, 13(11), p. 950. Available at: https://doi.org/10.3390/pathogens13110950.
Matias, I.C. et al. (2024) ‘Dirofilaria Immitis in Domestic Cats (Felis Catus): A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of the Global Status’. Available at: https://doi.org/10.2139/ssrn.5009253.
Current Vet is an educational podcast intended for veterinary students, veterinary professionals, and individuals with an interest in veterinary medicine.
All content provided in this podcast and its associated materials is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended as, and must not be considered a substitute for, professional veterinary advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Any clinical cases discussed in this podcast are fictional, and are designed to reflect typical or likely clinical scenarios for educational purposes. They do not represent specific real-life cases, clients, or animals.
While every effort is made to ensure accuracy and alignment with current evidence at the time of publication, veterinary medicine is a rapidly evolving field, and recommendations may change over time.
CLICK HERE FOR WAITLIST SIGNUP or visit veterinaryvista.com
Find us on TikTok & Instagram: @veterinaryvista
Timeline:
00:00 Intro
01:17 Case
02:15 Aetiology & Pathogenesis
07:38 Clinical Signs
08:25 Diagnosis
11:43 Treatment
16:44 Prevention
19:53 Key Points
21:46 Outro
References
Nelson, C.T. (2021) ‘111 - Heartworm and Related Nematodes’, in J.E. Sykes (ed.) Greene’s Infectious Diseases of the Dog and Cat (Fifth Edition). Philadelphia: W.B. Saunders, pp. 1399–1417. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1016/B978-0-323-50934-3.00111-7.
Delamarter, M. (2022) ‘Diagnosing and Treating Heartworm Infection in Dogs’, Today’s Veterinary Practice, 9 August. Available at: https://todaysveterinarypractice.com/parasitology/diagnosing-and-treating-heartworm-infection-in-dogs/(Accessed: 7 December 2024).
American Heartworm Society. Available at: https://www.heartwormsociety.org/?tpg=anti-anxiety-pill-without-prescription&idn=b (Accessed: 4 December 2024).
Atkinson, P.J. et al. (2023) ‘Relative diagnostic accuracy of point-of-care tests to rule-in Dirofilaria immitis infection in clinically suspect dogs: A systematic review and meta-analysis’, Preventive Veterinary Medicine, 217, p. 105970. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.prevetmed.2023.105970.
Ames, M.K. and Atkins, C.E. (2020) ‘Treatment of dogs with severe heartworm disease’, Veterinary Parasitology, 283, p. 109131. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.vetpar.2020.109131.
Pietrzak, D., Łuczak, J.W. and Wiśniewski, M. (2024) ‘Detecting Dirofilaria immitis: Current Practices and Novel Diagnostic Methods’, Pathogens, 13(11), p. 950. Available at: https://doi.org/10.3390/pathogens13110950.
Matias, I.C. et al. (2024) ‘Dirofilaria Immitis in Domestic Cats (Felis Catus): A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of the Global Status’. Available at: https://doi.org/10.2139/ssrn.5009253.
Current Vet is an educational podcast intended for veterinary students, veterinary professionals, and individuals with an interest in veterinary medicine.
All content provided in this podcast and its associated materials is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended as, and must not be considered a substitute for, professional veterinary advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Any clinical cases discussed in this podcast are fictional, and are designed to reflect typical or likely clinical scenarios for educational purposes. They do not represent specific real-life cases, clients, or animals.
While every effort is made to ensure accuracy and alignment with current evidence at the time of publication, veterinary medicine is a rapidly evolving field, and recommendations may change over time.
18 Minuten
In this episode of Current Vet, Dr. Lottie talks about canine distemper, its incredibly varied presentation, the weird form that occurs in older dogs called ‘old dog encephalitis’ and how to approach diagnosis and treatment.
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Timeline:
00:00 Intro
00:53 Case
01:35 Aetiology & Pathogenesis
04:57 Clinical Signs
06:10 Diagnosis
11:30 Treatment
13:26 Prevention
15:31 Key Points
16:48 Outro
References
Sykes, J.E. and Vandevelde, M. (2021) ‘22 - Canine Distemper Virus Infection’, in J.E. Sykes (ed.) Greene’s Infectious Diseases of the Dog and Cat (Fifth Edition). Philadelphia: W.B. Saunders, pp. 271–288. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1016/B978-0-323-50934-3.00022-7.
Martella, V., Elia, G. and Buonavoglia, C. (2008) ‘Canine Distemper Virus’, Veterinary Clinics of North America: Small Animal Practice, 38(4), pp. 787–797. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cvsm.2008.02.007.
Beineke, A., Baumgärtner, W. and Wohlsein, P. (2015) ‘Cross-species transmission of canine distemper virus—an update’, One Health, 1, pp. 49–59. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.onehlt.2015.09.002.
Beineke, A. et al. (2009) ‘Pathogenesis and immunopathology of systemic and nervous canine distemper’, Veterinary Immunology and Immunopathology, 127(1), pp. 1–18. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.vetimm.2008.09.023.
Current Vet is an educational podcast intended for veterinary students, veterinary professionals, and individuals with an interest in veterinary medicine.
All content provided in this podcast and its associated materials is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended as, and must not be considered a substitute for, professional veterinary advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Any clinical cases discussed in this podcast are fictional, and are designed to reflect typical or likely clinical scenarios for educational purposes. They do not represent specific real-life cases, clients, or animals.
While every effort is made to ensure accuracy and alignment with current evidence at the time of publication, veterinary medicine is a rapidly evolving field, and recommendations may change over time.
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Find us on TikTok & Instagram: @veterinaryvista
Timeline:
00:00 Intro
00:53 Case
01:35 Aetiology & Pathogenesis
04:57 Clinical Signs
06:10 Diagnosis
11:30 Treatment
13:26 Prevention
15:31 Key Points
16:48 Outro
References
Sykes, J.E. and Vandevelde, M. (2021) ‘22 - Canine Distemper Virus Infection’, in J.E. Sykes (ed.) Greene’s Infectious Diseases of the Dog and Cat (Fifth Edition). Philadelphia: W.B. Saunders, pp. 271–288. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1016/B978-0-323-50934-3.00022-7.
Martella, V., Elia, G. and Buonavoglia, C. (2008) ‘Canine Distemper Virus’, Veterinary Clinics of North America: Small Animal Practice, 38(4), pp. 787–797. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cvsm.2008.02.007.
Beineke, A., Baumgärtner, W. and Wohlsein, P. (2015) ‘Cross-species transmission of canine distemper virus—an update’, One Health, 1, pp. 49–59. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.onehlt.2015.09.002.
Beineke, A. et al. (2009) ‘Pathogenesis and immunopathology of systemic and nervous canine distemper’, Veterinary Immunology and Immunopathology, 127(1), pp. 1–18. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.vetimm.2008.09.023.
Current Vet is an educational podcast intended for veterinary students, veterinary professionals, and individuals with an interest in veterinary medicine.
All content provided in this podcast and its associated materials is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended as, and must not be considered a substitute for, professional veterinary advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Any clinical cases discussed in this podcast are fictional, and are designed to reflect typical or likely clinical scenarios for educational purposes. They do not represent specific real-life cases, clients, or animals.
While every effort is made to ensure accuracy and alignment with current evidence at the time of publication, veterinary medicine is a rapidly evolving field, and recommendations may change over time.
19 Minuten
In this episode of Current Vet, Dr. Lottie talks about canine infectious hepatitis, why its presentation can be so confusing, what the approach to treatment is and how we can prevent it
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Timeline:
00:00 Intro
02:23 Case
04:00 Aetiology & Pathogenesis
07:48 Clinical Signs
09:42 Diagnosis
13:35 Treatment
15:22 Prevention
16:40 Key Points
18:04 Outro
References
Sykes, J.E. (2014) ‘Infectious Canine Hepatitis’, Canine and Feline Infectious Diseases, pp. 182–186. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1016/B978-1-4377-0795-3.00018-1.
‘Infectious Canine Hepatitis and Feline Adenovirus Infection’ (2021) Greene’s Infectious Diseases of the Dog and Cat. W.B. Saunders, pp. 289–300. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1016/B978-0-323-50934-3.00023-9.
Current Vet is an educational podcast intended for veterinary students, veterinary professionals, and individuals with an interest in veterinary medicine.
All content provided in this podcast and its associated materials is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended as, and must not be considered a substitute for, professional veterinary advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Any clinical cases discussed in this podcast are fictional, and are designed to reflect typical or likely clinical scenarios for educational purposes. They do not represent specific real-life cases, clients, or animals.
While every effort is made to ensure accuracy and alignment with current evidence at the time of publication, veterinary medicine is a rapidly evolving field, and recommendations may change over time.
CLICK HERE FOR WAITLIST SIGNUP or visit veterinaryvista.com
Find us on TikTok & Instagram: @veterinaryvista
Timeline:
00:00 Intro
02:23 Case
04:00 Aetiology & Pathogenesis
07:48 Clinical Signs
09:42 Diagnosis
13:35 Treatment
15:22 Prevention
16:40 Key Points
18:04 Outro
References
Sykes, J.E. (2014) ‘Infectious Canine Hepatitis’, Canine and Feline Infectious Diseases, pp. 182–186. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1016/B978-1-4377-0795-3.00018-1.
‘Infectious Canine Hepatitis and Feline Adenovirus Infection’ (2021) Greene’s Infectious Diseases of the Dog and Cat. W.B. Saunders, pp. 289–300. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1016/B978-0-323-50934-3.00023-9.
Current Vet is an educational podcast intended for veterinary students, veterinary professionals, and individuals with an interest in veterinary medicine.
All content provided in this podcast and its associated materials is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended as, and must not be considered a substitute for, professional veterinary advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Any clinical cases discussed in this podcast are fictional, and are designed to reflect typical or likely clinical scenarios for educational purposes. They do not represent specific real-life cases, clients, or animals.
While every effort is made to ensure accuracy and alignment with current evidence at the time of publication, veterinary medicine is a rapidly evolving field, and recommendations may change over time.
1 Stunde
In this episode, Dr. Lottie chats with Dr. Ashley Bourgeois to discuss everything about veterinary dermatology from itchy dogs, why allergy testing isn’t used as a definitive diagnostic test, how we can help ourselves to become more confident with dermatology and what Ashley can’t live without in the clinic.
Ashley is a board certified veterinary dermatology with over a decade’s experience in treating pets’ skin complaints. She hosts ‘The Derm Vet’ podcast (go and listen for EVERYTHING on veterinary dermatology!), she runs her business which helps vets worldwide become more confident in treating skin conditions and she’s a seasoned speaker having done previous talks at VMX and many other conferences. Ashley is truly a wonderwoman and the best person to give insights into the derm world!
Where to find Ashley:
Instagram: @thedermvet
Website: thedermvet.com
Podcast: The Derm Vet
Find us on TikTok & Instagram: @veterinaryvista
Timeline:
00:00 Intro
01:14 Dermatology 101
09:24 Derm Workups
22:59 Common Derm Missteps
29:25 What are Allergies?
40:40 Setting Owner Expectations
44:52 Life Outside the Clinic
48:39 Getting into Derm
51:11 Final Questions
59:34 Outro
Current Vet is an educational podcast intended for veterinary students, veterinary professionals, and individuals with an interest in veterinary medicine.
All content provided in this podcast and its associated materials is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended as, and must not be considered a substitute for, professional veterinary advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Any clinical cases discussed in this podcast are fictional, and are designed to reflect typical or likely clinical scenarios for educational purposes. They do not represent specific real-life cases, clients, or animals.
While every effort is made to ensure accuracy and alignment with current evidence at the time of publication, veterinary medicine is a rapidly evolving field, and recommendations may change over time.
Ashley is a board certified veterinary dermatology with over a decade’s experience in treating pets’ skin complaints. She hosts ‘The Derm Vet’ podcast (go and listen for EVERYTHING on veterinary dermatology!), she runs her business which helps vets worldwide become more confident in treating skin conditions and she’s a seasoned speaker having done previous talks at VMX and many other conferences. Ashley is truly a wonderwoman and the best person to give insights into the derm world!
Where to find Ashley:
Instagram: @thedermvet
Website: thedermvet.com
Podcast: The Derm Vet
Find us on TikTok & Instagram: @veterinaryvista
Timeline:
00:00 Intro
01:14 Dermatology 101
09:24 Derm Workups
22:59 Common Derm Missteps
29:25 What are Allergies?
40:40 Setting Owner Expectations
44:52 Life Outside the Clinic
48:39 Getting into Derm
51:11 Final Questions
59:34 Outro
Current Vet is an educational podcast intended for veterinary students, veterinary professionals, and individuals with an interest in veterinary medicine.
All content provided in this podcast and its associated materials is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended as, and must not be considered a substitute for, professional veterinary advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Any clinical cases discussed in this podcast are fictional, and are designed to reflect typical or likely clinical scenarios for educational purposes. They do not represent specific real-life cases, clients, or animals.
While every effort is made to ensure accuracy and alignment with current evidence at the time of publication, veterinary medicine is a rapidly evolving field, and recommendations may change over time.
17 Minuten
In this episode of Current Vet, Dr. Lottie talks about feline chlamydiosis, what the top differentials are, how we can recognise clinical signs and what we should be doing to prevent spread.
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Timeline:
00:00 Intro
00:28 Case
02:26 Aetiology & Pathogenesis
04:54 Clinical Signs
06:35 Diagnosis
09:56 Treatment
15:02 Key Points
16:20 Outro
Recommended Reading
ABCD (European Advisory Board on Cat Diseases) Guidelines https://www.abcdcatsvets.org/guideline-for-chlamydia-felis/
WSAVA Vaccination Guidelines https://wsava.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/WSAVA-Vaccination-guidelines-2024.pdf
Greene CE (Ed.) – Infectious Diseases of the Dog and Cat
References
ABCD. (2023). Chlamydia felis. European Advisory Board on Cat Diseases. Available at: https://www.abcdcatsvets.org/guideline-for-chlamydia-felis/ [Accessed 19 Oct. 2025].
BSAVA. (2018). BSAVA Manual of Feline Practice. British Small Animal Veterinary Association, Gloucester.
Greene, C.E. (2022). Infectious Diseases of the Dog and Cat. 5th ed. St. Louis: Elsevier.
Gruffydd-Jones, T., et al., (2009). Chlamydophila felis infection: ABCD guidelines on prevention and management. Journal of Feline Medicine and Surgery, 11(7), pp. 605-609. DOI: 10.1016/j.jfms.2009.05.009
Gruffydd-Jones, T. (2009). Chlamydial infections of cats. World Small Animal Veterinary Association World Congress Proceedings. Available at: https://www.vin.com/apputil/content/defaultadv1.aspx?id=4252745&pid=11290 [Accessed 19 Oct. 2025].
Sykes, J.E. (2005). Feline chlamydiosis. Clinical Techniques in Small Animal Practice, 20(2), pp. 129–134. https://doi.org/10.1053/j.ctsap.2004.12.018
WSAVA. (2024). Vaccination Guidelines for Cats and Dogs. World Small Animal Veterinary Association. Available at: https://wsava.org/global-guidelines/vaccination-guidelines/ [Accessed 19 Oct. 2025].
Current Vet is an educational podcast intended for veterinary students, veterinary professionals, and individuals with an interest in veterinary medicine.
All content provided in this podcast and its associated materials is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended as, and must not be considered a substitute for, professional veterinary advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Any clinical cases discussed in this podcast are fictional, and are designed to reflect typical or likely clinical scenarios for educational purposes. They do not represent specific real-life cases, clients, or animals.
While every effort is made to ensure accuracy and alignment with current evidence at the time of publication, veterinary medicine is a rapidly evolving field, and recommendations may change over time.
Find us on TikTok & Instagram: @veterinaryvista
Timeline:
00:00 Intro
00:28 Case
02:26 Aetiology & Pathogenesis
04:54 Clinical Signs
06:35 Diagnosis
09:56 Treatment
15:02 Key Points
16:20 Outro
Recommended Reading
ABCD (European Advisory Board on Cat Diseases) Guidelines https://www.abcdcatsvets.org/guideline-for-chlamydia-felis/
WSAVA Vaccination Guidelines https://wsava.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/WSAVA-Vaccination-guidelines-2024.pdf
Greene CE (Ed.) – Infectious Diseases of the Dog and Cat
References
ABCD. (2023). Chlamydia felis. European Advisory Board on Cat Diseases. Available at: https://www.abcdcatsvets.org/guideline-for-chlamydia-felis/ [Accessed 19 Oct. 2025].
BSAVA. (2018). BSAVA Manual of Feline Practice. British Small Animal Veterinary Association, Gloucester.
Greene, C.E. (2022). Infectious Diseases of the Dog and Cat. 5th ed. St. Louis: Elsevier.
Gruffydd-Jones, T., et al., (2009). Chlamydophila felis infection: ABCD guidelines on prevention and management. Journal of Feline Medicine and Surgery, 11(7), pp. 605-609. DOI: 10.1016/j.jfms.2009.05.009
Gruffydd-Jones, T. (2009). Chlamydial infections of cats. World Small Animal Veterinary Association World Congress Proceedings. Available at: https://www.vin.com/apputil/content/defaultadv1.aspx?id=4252745&pid=11290 [Accessed 19 Oct. 2025].
Sykes, J.E. (2005). Feline chlamydiosis. Clinical Techniques in Small Animal Practice, 20(2), pp. 129–134. https://doi.org/10.1053/j.ctsap.2004.12.018
WSAVA. (2024). Vaccination Guidelines for Cats and Dogs. World Small Animal Veterinary Association. Available at: https://wsava.org/global-guidelines/vaccination-guidelines/ [Accessed 19 Oct. 2025].
Current Vet is an educational podcast intended for veterinary students, veterinary professionals, and individuals with an interest in veterinary medicine.
All content provided in this podcast and its associated materials is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended as, and must not be considered a substitute for, professional veterinary advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Any clinical cases discussed in this podcast are fictional, and are designed to reflect typical or likely clinical scenarios for educational purposes. They do not represent specific real-life cases, clients, or animals.
While every effort is made to ensure accuracy and alignment with current evidence at the time of publication, veterinary medicine is a rapidly evolving field, and recommendations may change over time.
16 Minuten
In this episode of Current Vet, we talk about Equine Gastric Ulcer Syndrome (EGUS), why it develops, and the key differences between Equine Squamous Gastric Disease (ESGD) and Equine Glandular Gastric Disease (EGGD)
Find us on TikTok & Instagram: @veterinaryvista
Timeline:
00:00 Intro
00:46 Case
01:39 Aetiology & Pathogenesis
06:44 Clinical Signs
07:50 Diagnosis
09:48 Treatment
12:45 Prevention
14:01 Key Points
15:24 Outro
References & Further Reading
Sykes, B.W. et al. (2015) European College of Equine Internal Medicine Consensus Statement—Equine Gastric Ulcer Syndrome in Adult Horses. Journal of Veterinary Internal Medicine, 29(5), 1288–1299. https://doi.org/10.1111/jvim.13578
van den Boom, R. (2022) Equine gastric ulcer syndrome in adult horses. The Veterinary Journal, 283–284, 105830. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tvjl.2022.105830
Vokes, J., Lovett, A. and Sykes, B. (2023) Equine Gastric Ulcer Syndrome: An Update on Current Knowledge. Animals, 13(7), 1261. https://doi.org/10.3390/ani13071261
Reese, R.E. and Andrews, F.M. (2009) Nutrition and Dietary Management of Equine Gastric Ulcer Syndrome. Veterinary Clinics of North America: Equine Practice, 25(1), 79–92. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cveq.2008.11.004
Lavoie, J.-P. (2020) Blackwell’s Five-Minute Veterinary Consult: Equine. Third. Hoboken, NJ: John Wiley & Sons, Inc.
Current Vet is an educational podcast intended for veterinary students, veterinary professionals, and individuals with an interest in veterinary medicine.
All content provided in this podcast and its associated materials is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended as, and must not be considered a substitute for, professional veterinary advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Any clinical cases discussed in this podcast are fictional, and are designed to reflect typical or likely clinical scenarios for educational purposes. They do not represent specific real-life cases, clients, or animals.
While every effort is made to ensure accuracy and alignment with current evidence at the time of publication, veterinary medicine is a rapidly evolving field, and recommendations may change over time.
Find us on TikTok & Instagram: @veterinaryvista
Timeline:
00:00 Intro
00:46 Case
01:39 Aetiology & Pathogenesis
06:44 Clinical Signs
07:50 Diagnosis
09:48 Treatment
12:45 Prevention
14:01 Key Points
15:24 Outro
References & Further Reading
Sykes, B.W. et al. (2015) European College of Equine Internal Medicine Consensus Statement—Equine Gastric Ulcer Syndrome in Adult Horses. Journal of Veterinary Internal Medicine, 29(5), 1288–1299. https://doi.org/10.1111/jvim.13578
van den Boom, R. (2022) Equine gastric ulcer syndrome in adult horses. The Veterinary Journal, 283–284, 105830. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tvjl.2022.105830
Vokes, J., Lovett, A. and Sykes, B. (2023) Equine Gastric Ulcer Syndrome: An Update on Current Knowledge. Animals, 13(7), 1261. https://doi.org/10.3390/ani13071261
Reese, R.E. and Andrews, F.M. (2009) Nutrition and Dietary Management of Equine Gastric Ulcer Syndrome. Veterinary Clinics of North America: Equine Practice, 25(1), 79–92. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cveq.2008.11.004
Lavoie, J.-P. (2020) Blackwell’s Five-Minute Veterinary Consult: Equine. Third. Hoboken, NJ: John Wiley & Sons, Inc.
Current Vet is an educational podcast intended for veterinary students, veterinary professionals, and individuals with an interest in veterinary medicine.
All content provided in this podcast and its associated materials is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended as, and must not be considered a substitute for, professional veterinary advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Any clinical cases discussed in this podcast are fictional, and are designed to reflect typical or likely clinical scenarios for educational purposes. They do not represent specific real-life cases, clients, or animals.
While every effort is made to ensure accuracy and alignment with current evidence at the time of publication, veterinary medicine is a rapidly evolving field, and recommendations may change over time.
23 Minuten
In this episode of Current Vet, Dr. Lottie explains rabies, how it causes disease, the 3 phases of clinical signs and what we should do if we suspect a case
Find us on TikTok & Instagram: @veterinaryvista
Timeline:
00:00 Intro
00:31 Case
03:15 Aetiology & Pathogenesis
07:18 Clinical Signs
10:14 Diagnosis
13:15 Treatment
15:53 Prevention
20:11 Key Points
21:48 Outro
Recommended reading
National Association of State Public Health Veterinarians (2016). Compendium of Animal Rabies Prevention and Control. Public Veterinary Medicine: Public Health.
Small Animal Internal Medicine, Chapter 64 – Encephalitis, Myelitis, and Meningitis (pp. 1125–1126).
WHO (2024). Expert Consultation on Rabies: Third Report (Technical Report Series No. 1012). Geneva: World Health Organization.
WOAH (2023). Manual of Diagnostic Tests and Vaccines for Terrestrial Animals, Chapter 3.1.18 – Rabies
Global Alliance for Rabies Control website. https://rabiesalliance.org
References
Balcha, C. (2017) ‘Review of rabies preventions and control’, International Journal of Public Health Science (IJPHS). doi: 10.11591/IJPHS.V6I4.10781
Coleman, P.G. and Dye, C. (1996) ‘Immunization coverage required to prevent outbreaks of dog rabies’, Vaccine, 14 (3), pp. 185–186. doi: 10.1016/0264-410x(95)00197-9
National Association of State Public Health Veterinarians Compendium of Animal Rabies Prevention and Control Committee (2016) ‘Public veterinary medicine: public health — Compendium of animal rabies prevention and control’, Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association, 248 (5), pp. 505–517. doi: 10.2460/javma.248.5.505
Singh, R., Singh, K.P., Cherian, S., Saminathan, M., Kapoor, S., Reddy, G.B.M. et al. (2017) ‘Rabies – epidemiology, pathogenesis, public health concerns and advances in diagnosis and control: a comprehensive review’, Veterinary Quarterly, 37(1), pp. 212–251. doi: 10.1080/01652176.2017.1343516
Rupprecht, C.E., Hanlon, C.A. and Hemachudha, T. (2002) ‘Rabies re-examined’, The Lancet Infectious Diseases, 2 (6), pp. 327–343. doi: 10.1016/S1473-3099(02)00287-6
Small Animal Internal Medicine (2020) Chapter 64: Encephalitis, myelitis, and meningitis, pp. 1125–1126. 6th edn. St Louis: Elsevier Saunders.
The Ecologist (2025) ‘Rabies in sea mammals (Cape fur seals, South Africa)’, The Ecologist, 14 July 2025. Available at: https://theecologist.org/2025/jul/14/rabies-sea (Accessed: 27 October 2025).
U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (2025) ‘Rabies: Information for Veterinarians’. Available at: https://www.cdc.gov/rabies/hcp/veterinarians/index.html (Accessed: 27 October 2025).
U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (2025) ‘Rabies Post-exposure Prophylaxis Guidance’. Available at: https://www.cdc.gov/rabies/hcp/clinical-care/post-exposure-prophylaxis.html (Accessed: 27 October 2025).
Bautista-Alejandre, A. (2025) ‘CDC warns of rabies risks following Maryland feral cat outbreak’, DVM360. Available at: https://www.dvm360.com/view/cdc-warns-of-rabies-risks-following-maryland-feral-cat-outbreak (Accessed: 27 October 2025).
World Health Organization (2018) WHO Expert Consultation on Rabies: Third Report (Technical Report Series No. 1012). Geneva: World Health Organization. Available at: https://www.who.int/publications/i/item/WHO-TRS-1012
World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH) (2023) *Manual of Diagnostic Tests and Vaccines for Terrestrial Animals,*Chapter 3.1.18 – Rabies. Available at: https://www.woah.org/fileadmin/Home/eng/Health_standards/tahm/3.01.19_RABIES.pdf.
World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH) (2025) ‘Rabies’. Available at: https://www.woah.org/en/disease/rabies/ (Accessed: 27 October 2025).
World Health Organization and Global Alliance for Rabies Control (2025) ‘Global Alliance for Rabies Control’. Available at: https://rabiesalliance.org (Accessed: 27 October 2025)
Current Vet is an educational podcast intended for veterinary students, veterinary professionals, and individuals with an interest in veterinary medicine.
All content provided in this podcast and its associated materials is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended as, and must not be considered a substitute for, professional veterinary advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Any clinical cases discussed in this podcast are fictional, and are designed to reflect typical or likely clinical scenarios for educational purposes. They do not represent specific real-life cases, clients, or animals.
While every effort is made to ensure accuracy and alignment with current evidence at the time of publication, veterinary medicine is a rapidly evolving field, and recommendations may change over time.
Find us on TikTok & Instagram: @veterinaryvista
Timeline:
00:00 Intro
00:31 Case
03:15 Aetiology & Pathogenesis
07:18 Clinical Signs
10:14 Diagnosis
13:15 Treatment
15:53 Prevention
20:11 Key Points
21:48 Outro
Recommended reading
National Association of State Public Health Veterinarians (2016). Compendium of Animal Rabies Prevention and Control. Public Veterinary Medicine: Public Health.
Small Animal Internal Medicine, Chapter 64 – Encephalitis, Myelitis, and Meningitis (pp. 1125–1126).
WHO (2024). Expert Consultation on Rabies: Third Report (Technical Report Series No. 1012). Geneva: World Health Organization.
WOAH (2023). Manual of Diagnostic Tests and Vaccines for Terrestrial Animals, Chapter 3.1.18 – Rabies
Global Alliance for Rabies Control website. https://rabiesalliance.org
References
Balcha, C. (2017) ‘Review of rabies preventions and control’, International Journal of Public Health Science (IJPHS). doi: 10.11591/IJPHS.V6I4.10781
Coleman, P.G. and Dye, C. (1996) ‘Immunization coverage required to prevent outbreaks of dog rabies’, Vaccine, 14 (3), pp. 185–186. doi: 10.1016/0264-410x(95)00197-9
National Association of State Public Health Veterinarians Compendium of Animal Rabies Prevention and Control Committee (2016) ‘Public veterinary medicine: public health — Compendium of animal rabies prevention and control’, Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association, 248 (5), pp. 505–517. doi: 10.2460/javma.248.5.505
Singh, R., Singh, K.P., Cherian, S., Saminathan, M., Kapoor, S., Reddy, G.B.M. et al. (2017) ‘Rabies – epidemiology, pathogenesis, public health concerns and advances in diagnosis and control: a comprehensive review’, Veterinary Quarterly, 37(1), pp. 212–251. doi: 10.1080/01652176.2017.1343516
Rupprecht, C.E., Hanlon, C.A. and Hemachudha, T. (2002) ‘Rabies re-examined’, The Lancet Infectious Diseases, 2 (6), pp. 327–343. doi: 10.1016/S1473-3099(02)00287-6
Small Animal Internal Medicine (2020) Chapter 64: Encephalitis, myelitis, and meningitis, pp. 1125–1126. 6th edn. St Louis: Elsevier Saunders.
The Ecologist (2025) ‘Rabies in sea mammals (Cape fur seals, South Africa)’, The Ecologist, 14 July 2025. Available at: https://theecologist.org/2025/jul/14/rabies-sea (Accessed: 27 October 2025).
U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (2025) ‘Rabies: Information for Veterinarians’. Available at: https://www.cdc.gov/rabies/hcp/veterinarians/index.html (Accessed: 27 October 2025).
U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (2025) ‘Rabies Post-exposure Prophylaxis Guidance’. Available at: https://www.cdc.gov/rabies/hcp/clinical-care/post-exposure-prophylaxis.html (Accessed: 27 October 2025).
Bautista-Alejandre, A. (2025) ‘CDC warns of rabies risks following Maryland feral cat outbreak’, DVM360. Available at: https://www.dvm360.com/view/cdc-warns-of-rabies-risks-following-maryland-feral-cat-outbreak (Accessed: 27 October 2025).
World Health Organization (2018) WHO Expert Consultation on Rabies: Third Report (Technical Report Series No. 1012). Geneva: World Health Organization. Available at: https://www.who.int/publications/i/item/WHO-TRS-1012
World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH) (2023) *Manual of Diagnostic Tests and Vaccines for Terrestrial Animals,*Chapter 3.1.18 – Rabies. Available at: https://www.woah.org/fileadmin/Home/eng/Health_standards/tahm/3.01.19_RABIES.pdf.
World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH) (2025) ‘Rabies’. Available at: https://www.woah.org/en/disease/rabies/ (Accessed: 27 October 2025).
World Health Organization and Global Alliance for Rabies Control (2025) ‘Global Alliance for Rabies Control’. Available at: https://rabiesalliance.org (Accessed: 27 October 2025)
Current Vet is an educational podcast intended for veterinary students, veterinary professionals, and individuals with an interest in veterinary medicine.
All content provided in this podcast and its associated materials is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended as, and must not be considered a substitute for, professional veterinary advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Any clinical cases discussed in this podcast are fictional, and are designed to reflect typical or likely clinical scenarios for educational purposes. They do not represent specific real-life cases, clients, or animals.
While every effort is made to ensure accuracy and alignment with current evidence at the time of publication, veterinary medicine is a rapidly evolving field, and recommendations may change over time.
1 Stunde 8 Minuten
PLEASE NOTE: this episode includes discussion of mental health struggles, burnout and suicide. If this isn’t the right time for you to listen, skip the episode and go straight to the resources below.
Need help now?
If you need urgent support or want to find a crisis helpline in your country, use the website linked below. It lists free helplines available around the world by topic and location:
FIND SUPPORT HERE https://findahelpline.com/
In this episode, Dr. Lottie is joined by Gigi Tsontos from Not One More Vet (NOMV) to talk about mental health in veterinary medicine.
They discuss why vet med can be so uniquely challenging, why new grads and students can especially struggle, how to support yourself and what to do if you’re worried about a friend or colleague.
NOMV is a veterinary mental health organisation that provides support services, education and outreach for veterinary professionals, support staff and students. The organisation was founded following the suicide of veterinarian Dr. Sophia Yen, and it has grown into an incredible support network for the whole veterinary community.
If listening to this episode has brought anything up, please do not sit with it alone. Call a friend or a loved one, contact a helpline or use any of the resources below to find support that works for you.
National crisis lines and emergency services are available in many countries and the FindaHelpline website can help you find the right option for you.
Find us on TikTok & Instagram: @veterinaryvista
Timeline:
00:00 Intro
02:19 What is NOMV?
08:34 Vet Med & Mental Health
26:15 What Can I Do For ME?
44:25 What We Can Do For OTHERs
55:15 Recognising a Supportive Environment
57:29 Emergency Situations
01:03:06 Quick Questions
01:05:51 Outro
Links and Resources
NOMV provides amazing resources for mental health support, education and peer support: https://nomv.org/
Lifeboat is NOMV’s peer support space where you can chat with other veterinary professionals: https://lifeboat.nomv.org/?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=23489853794&gbraid=0AAAAAB19bsSv1S-aPZQzSsmp0hJzjn8BO&gclid=Cj0KCQjwm6POBhCrARIsAIG58CJUbc3Q6OV_5JZI0fKfSSzDsVP3EeExzSP5hd83R8S-enDRoo6zvpoaAt6iEALw_wcB#/
The peer support page has different resources and services available for anyone in the veterinary field: https://nomv.org/peer-support/
CLEAR blueprint is NOMV’s workplace certification program which helps vet teams improve wellbeing in their practice: https://nomv.org/clear-blueprint/?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=23489836055&gbraid=0AAAAAB19bsRCvDPVyKqkWqwKVIKYw-BI8&gclid=Cj0KCQjwm6POBhCrARIsAIG58CI1U9c7qhTxaoFp-Svq3fnbrtKZbaceQE6eMzoX9_XrHDNmEGzTQJgaAurDEALw_wcB
QPR stands for Question, Persuade, Refer; it’s a suicide prevention training that teaches individuals how to recognise warning signs and offer help to those around them. Visit their website if you’re interested in learning more: https://qprinstitute.com/
For listeners in the UK, VetLife has a 24/7 helpline for vets and the mental health charity Mind has some great resources: https://www.vetlife.org.uk/ https://www.mind.org.uk/
For US listeners, the suicide and crisis lifeline is 988: https://988lifeline.org/
Email: vmhs@nomv.org
Need help now?
If you need urgent support or want to find a crisis helpline in your country, use the website linked below. It lists free helplines available around the world by topic and location:
FIND SUPPORT HERE https://findahelpline.com/
In this episode, Dr. Lottie is joined by Gigi Tsontos from Not One More Vet (NOMV) to talk about mental health in veterinary medicine.
They discuss why vet med can be so uniquely challenging, why new grads and students can especially struggle, how to support yourself and what to do if you’re worried about a friend or colleague.
NOMV is a veterinary mental health organisation that provides support services, education and outreach for veterinary professionals, support staff and students. The organisation was founded following the suicide of veterinarian Dr. Sophia Yen, and it has grown into an incredible support network for the whole veterinary community.
If listening to this episode has brought anything up, please do not sit with it alone. Call a friend or a loved one, contact a helpline or use any of the resources below to find support that works for you.
National crisis lines and emergency services are available in many countries and the FindaHelpline website can help you find the right option for you.
Find us on TikTok & Instagram: @veterinaryvista
Timeline:
00:00 Intro
02:19 What is NOMV?
08:34 Vet Med & Mental Health
26:15 What Can I Do For ME?
44:25 What We Can Do For OTHERs
55:15 Recognising a Supportive Environment
57:29 Emergency Situations
01:03:06 Quick Questions
01:05:51 Outro
Links and Resources
NOMV provides amazing resources for mental health support, education and peer support: https://nomv.org/
Lifeboat is NOMV’s peer support space where you can chat with other veterinary professionals: https://lifeboat.nomv.org/?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=23489853794&gbraid=0AAAAAB19bsSv1S-aPZQzSsmp0hJzjn8BO&gclid=Cj0KCQjwm6POBhCrARIsAIG58CJUbc3Q6OV_5JZI0fKfSSzDsVP3EeExzSP5hd83R8S-enDRoo6zvpoaAt6iEALw_wcB#/
The peer support page has different resources and services available for anyone in the veterinary field: https://nomv.org/peer-support/
CLEAR blueprint is NOMV’s workplace certification program which helps vet teams improve wellbeing in their practice: https://nomv.org/clear-blueprint/?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=23489836055&gbraid=0AAAAAB19bsRCvDPVyKqkWqwKVIKYw-BI8&gclid=Cj0KCQjwm6POBhCrARIsAIG58CI1U9c7qhTxaoFp-Svq3fnbrtKZbaceQE6eMzoX9_XrHDNmEGzTQJgaAurDEALw_wcB
QPR stands for Question, Persuade, Refer; it’s a suicide prevention training that teaches individuals how to recognise warning signs and offer help to those around them. Visit their website if you’re interested in learning more: https://qprinstitute.com/
For listeners in the UK, VetLife has a 24/7 helpline for vets and the mental health charity Mind has some great resources: https://www.vetlife.org.uk/ https://www.mind.org.uk/
For US listeners, the suicide and crisis lifeline is 988: https://988lifeline.org/
Email: vmhs@nomv.org
17 Minuten
In this episode, Dr. Lottie walks through how Addison’s disease develops, why it is known as the ‘great pretender’ and the best tests for diagnosis
Find us on TikTok & Instagram: @veterinaryvista
Timeline:
00:00 Intro
00:52 Case
02:20 Aetiology & Pathogenesis
05:48 Clinical Signs
07:38 Diagnosis
11:19 Treatment
15:13 Key Points
16:42 Outro
Recommended Reading
AAHA (2023). Selected Endocrinopathies of Dogs and Cats Guidelines. https://www.aaha.org/wp-content/uploads/globalassets/02-guidelines/2023-aaha-selected-endocrinopathies-of-dogs-and-cats-guidelines/resources/aaha-selected-endocrinopathies-of-dogs-and-cats-guidelines.pdf
The Canadian Veterinary Journal Canine hypoadrenocorticism: Parts I & II. https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC2797351/ and https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC2808283/#sec3
Nelson, R.W. and Couto, C.G. (2019). Small Animal Internal Medicine. 6th ed. Elsevier. [Ch. 6: Endocrine Disorders]
References
Lathan, P. and Thompson, A.L., (2018). Management of hypoadrenocorticism (Addison’s disease) in dogs. Veterinary Medicine: Research and Reports, 9, pp.1–10. Available at: https://doi.org/10.2147/VMRR.S125617 [Accessed 22 Oct. 2025].
Spence, S., Gunn, E. and Ramsey, I., (2018). Diagnosis and treatment of canine hypoadrenocorticism. In Practice, 40(7), pp. 281-290. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1136/inp.k3311 [Accessed 22 Oct. 2025].
Van Lanen, K. and Sande, A., (2014). Canine Hypoadrenocorticism: Pathogenesis, Diagnosis, and Treatment. Topics in Companion Animal Medicine, 29(4), pp.88–95. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1053/j.tcam.2014.10.001 [Accessed 22 Oct. 2025].
Klein, S.C. and Peterson, M.E., (2010). Canine hypoadrenocorticism: Part I. The Canadian Veterinary Journal, 51(1), pp.63–69. Available at: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2797351/ [Accessed 22 Oct. 2025].
Klein, S.C. and Peterson, M.E., (2010). Canine hypoadrenocorticism: Part II. The Canadian Veterinary Journal, 51(2), pp.179–184. Available at: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2808283/ [Accessed 22 Oct. 2025].
American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA), 2023. Selected endocrinopathies of dogs and cats guidelines. [pdf] Available at: https://www.aaha.org/wp-content/uploads/globalassets/02-guidelines/2023-aaha-selected-endocrinopathies-of-dogs-and-cats-guidelines/resources/aaha-selected-endocrinopathies-of-dogs-and-cats-guidelines.pdf [Accessed 22 Oct. 2025].
Nelson, R.W. and Couto, C.G., 2019. Small Animal Internal Medicine. 6th ed. St. Louis, MO: Elsevier.
Current Vet is an educational podcast intended for veterinary students, veterinary professionals, and individuals with an interest in veterinary medicine.
All content provided in this podcast and its associated materials is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended as, and must not be considered a substitute for, professional veterinary advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Any clinical cases discussed in this podcast are fictional, and are designed to reflect typical or likely clinical scenarios for educational purposes. They do not represent specific real-life cases, clients, or animals.
While every effort is made to ensure accuracy and alignment with current evidence at the time of publication, veterinary medicine is a rapidly evolving field, and recommendations may change over time.
Find us on TikTok & Instagram: @veterinaryvista
Timeline:
00:00 Intro
00:52 Case
02:20 Aetiology & Pathogenesis
05:48 Clinical Signs
07:38 Diagnosis
11:19 Treatment
15:13 Key Points
16:42 Outro
Recommended Reading
AAHA (2023). Selected Endocrinopathies of Dogs and Cats Guidelines. https://www.aaha.org/wp-content/uploads/globalassets/02-guidelines/2023-aaha-selected-endocrinopathies-of-dogs-and-cats-guidelines/resources/aaha-selected-endocrinopathies-of-dogs-and-cats-guidelines.pdf
The Canadian Veterinary Journal Canine hypoadrenocorticism: Parts I & II. https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC2797351/ and https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC2808283/#sec3
Nelson, R.W. and Couto, C.G. (2019). Small Animal Internal Medicine. 6th ed. Elsevier. [Ch. 6: Endocrine Disorders]
References
Lathan, P. and Thompson, A.L., (2018). Management of hypoadrenocorticism (Addison’s disease) in dogs. Veterinary Medicine: Research and Reports, 9, pp.1–10. Available at: https://doi.org/10.2147/VMRR.S125617 [Accessed 22 Oct. 2025].
Spence, S., Gunn, E. and Ramsey, I., (2018). Diagnosis and treatment of canine hypoadrenocorticism. In Practice, 40(7), pp. 281-290. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1136/inp.k3311 [Accessed 22 Oct. 2025].
Van Lanen, K. and Sande, A., (2014). Canine Hypoadrenocorticism: Pathogenesis, Diagnosis, and Treatment. Topics in Companion Animal Medicine, 29(4), pp.88–95. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1053/j.tcam.2014.10.001 [Accessed 22 Oct. 2025].
Klein, S.C. and Peterson, M.E., (2010). Canine hypoadrenocorticism: Part I. The Canadian Veterinary Journal, 51(1), pp.63–69. Available at: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2797351/ [Accessed 22 Oct. 2025].
Klein, S.C. and Peterson, M.E., (2010). Canine hypoadrenocorticism: Part II. The Canadian Veterinary Journal, 51(2), pp.179–184. Available at: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2808283/ [Accessed 22 Oct. 2025].
American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA), 2023. Selected endocrinopathies of dogs and cats guidelines. [pdf] Available at: https://www.aaha.org/wp-content/uploads/globalassets/02-guidelines/2023-aaha-selected-endocrinopathies-of-dogs-and-cats-guidelines/resources/aaha-selected-endocrinopathies-of-dogs-and-cats-guidelines.pdf [Accessed 22 Oct. 2025].
Nelson, R.W. and Couto, C.G., 2019. Small Animal Internal Medicine. 6th ed. St. Louis, MO: Elsevier.
Current Vet is an educational podcast intended for veterinary students, veterinary professionals, and individuals with an interest in veterinary medicine.
All content provided in this podcast and its associated materials is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended as, and must not be considered a substitute for, professional veterinary advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Any clinical cases discussed in this podcast are fictional, and are designed to reflect typical or likely clinical scenarios for educational purposes. They do not represent specific real-life cases, clients, or animals.
While every effort is made to ensure accuracy and alignment with current evidence at the time of publication, veterinary medicine is a rapidly evolving field, and recommendations may change over time.
19 Minuten
In this episode, Dr. Lottie talks about left displaced abomasum (LDA), how it develops, which cows are most at risk and what we should be doing to prevent it
Find us on TikTok & Instagram: @veterinaryvista
Timeline:
00:00 Intro
00:32 Case
01:30 Aetiology & Pathogenesis
06:04 Clinical Signs
07:06 Diagnosis
08:23 Treatment
14:43 LDA vs RDA
15:34 Prevention
16:49 Key Points
18:04 Outro
References
Coppock, C.E. (1974) “Displaced Abomasum in Dairy Cattle: Etiological Factors,” Journal of Dairy Science, 57(8), pp. 926–933. Available at: https://doi.org/10.3168/jds.S0022-0302(74)84988-X.
LeBlanc, S.J., Leslie, K.E. and Duffield, T.F. (2005) “Metabolic Predictors of Displaced Abomasum in Dairy Cattle,” Journal of Dairy Science, 88(1), pp. 159–170. Available at: https://doi.org/10.3168/jds.S0022-0302(05)72674-6.
Shaver, R.D. (1997) “Nutritional Risk Factors in the Etiology of Left Displaced Abomasum in Dairy Cows: A Review1,” Journal of Dairy Science, 80(10), pp. 2449–2453. Available at: https://doi.org/10.3168/jds.S0022-0302(97)76197-6.
Braun, U., Pusterla, N. and Schönmann, M. (1997) “Ultrasonographic findings in cows with left displacement of the abomasum,” Veterinary Record, 141(13), pp. 331–335. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1136/vr.141.13.331.
Mueller, K. (2011) “Diagnosis, treatment and control of left displaced abomasum in cattle,” In Practice, 33(9), pp. 470–481. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1136/inp.d6079.
Morrow, L. and Brennan, M. (2020) “Comparing survival times in cattle with a left displaced abomasum treated with roll-and-toggle correction or right pyloro-omentopexy,” Veterinary Record, 187(5), pp. 192–193. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1136/vr.m3308.
Babkine, M. et al. (2006) “Ventral laparoscopic abomasopexy on adult cows,” The Canadian Veterinary Journal, 47(4), pp. 343–348.
Current Vet is an educational podcast intended for veterinary students, veterinary professionals, and individuals with an interest in veterinary medicine.
All content provided in this podcast and its associated materials is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended as, and must not be considered a substitute for, professional veterinary advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Any clinical cases discussed in this podcast are fictional, and are designed to reflect typical or likely clinical scenarios for educational purposes. They do not represent specific real-life cases, clients, or animals.
While every effort is made to ensure accuracy and alignment with current evidence at the time of publication, veterinary medicine is a rapidly evolving field, and recommendations may change over time.
Find us on TikTok & Instagram: @veterinaryvista
Timeline:
00:00 Intro
00:32 Case
01:30 Aetiology & Pathogenesis
06:04 Clinical Signs
07:06 Diagnosis
08:23 Treatment
14:43 LDA vs RDA
15:34 Prevention
16:49 Key Points
18:04 Outro
References
Coppock, C.E. (1974) “Displaced Abomasum in Dairy Cattle: Etiological Factors,” Journal of Dairy Science, 57(8), pp. 926–933. Available at: https://doi.org/10.3168/jds.S0022-0302(74)84988-X.
LeBlanc, S.J., Leslie, K.E. and Duffield, T.F. (2005) “Metabolic Predictors of Displaced Abomasum in Dairy Cattle,” Journal of Dairy Science, 88(1), pp. 159–170. Available at: https://doi.org/10.3168/jds.S0022-0302(05)72674-6.
Shaver, R.D. (1997) “Nutritional Risk Factors in the Etiology of Left Displaced Abomasum in Dairy Cows: A Review1,” Journal of Dairy Science, 80(10), pp. 2449–2453. Available at: https://doi.org/10.3168/jds.S0022-0302(97)76197-6.
Braun, U., Pusterla, N. and Schönmann, M. (1997) “Ultrasonographic findings in cows with left displacement of the abomasum,” Veterinary Record, 141(13), pp. 331–335. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1136/vr.141.13.331.
Mueller, K. (2011) “Diagnosis, treatment and control of left displaced abomasum in cattle,” In Practice, 33(9), pp. 470–481. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1136/inp.d6079.
Morrow, L. and Brennan, M. (2020) “Comparing survival times in cattle with a left displaced abomasum treated with roll-and-toggle correction or right pyloro-omentopexy,” Veterinary Record, 187(5), pp. 192–193. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1136/vr.m3308.
Babkine, M. et al. (2006) “Ventral laparoscopic abomasopexy on adult cows,” The Canadian Veterinary Journal, 47(4), pp. 343–348.
Current Vet is an educational podcast intended for veterinary students, veterinary professionals, and individuals with an interest in veterinary medicine.
All content provided in this podcast and its associated materials is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended as, and must not be considered a substitute for, professional veterinary advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Any clinical cases discussed in this podcast are fictional, and are designed to reflect typical or likely clinical scenarios for educational purposes. They do not represent specific real-life cases, clients, or animals.
While every effort is made to ensure accuracy and alignment with current evidence at the time of publication, veterinary medicine is a rapidly evolving field, and recommendations may change over time.
29 Minuten
Dr. Lottie talks explains 8 science-backed habits that will help you learn more effectively & smash your vet school exams. She talks about how these concepts work, why they are so good at boosting learning and how you can implement them into your study routine.
Find us on TikTok & Instagram: @veterinaryvista
Timeline:
00:00 Intro
01:44 1 – Space your Studying
04:18 2 – Mix your Subjects
07:04 3 – Elaborative Encoding
09:59 4 – Active Recall
12:25 5 – Manage your Cognitive Load
15:04 6 – GO TO SLEEP
17:44 7 – Move your Body
19:34 8 – Try Not to STRESS
22:30 What to NOT do
25:54 Key Points
28:41 Outro
References
Murre, J.M.J. and Dros, J. (2015) ‘Replication and Analysis of Ebbinghaus’ Forgetting Curve’, PLoS ONE, 10(7), p. e0120644. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0120644.
Taylor, K. and Rohrer, D. (2010) ‘The effects of interleaved practice’, Applied Cognitive Psychology, 24(6), pp. 837–848. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1002/acp.1598.
Craik, F.I.M. and Lockhart, R.S. (1972) ‘Levels of processing: A framework for memory research’, Journal of Verbal Learning and Verbal Behavior, 11(6), pp. 671–684. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1016/S0022-5371(72)80001-X.
Bradshaw, G.L. and Anderson, J.R. (1982) ‘Elaborative encoding as an explanation of levels of processing’, Journal of Verbal Learning and Verbal Behavior, 21(2), pp. 165–174. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1016/S0022-5371(82)90531-X.
Sweller, J. (2011) ‘Cognitive load theory’, The psychology of learning and motivation: Cognition in education, Vol. 55. San Diego, CA, US: Elsevier Academic Press (The psychology of learning and motivation), pp. 37–76. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1016/B978-0-12-387691-1.00002-8.
Rasch, B. and Born, J. (2013) ‘About sleep’s role in memory’, Physiological Reviews, 93(2), pp. 681–766. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1152/physrev.00032.2012.
Walker, M.P. and Stickgold, R. (2004) ‘Sleep-dependent learning and memory consolidation’, Neuron, 44(1), pp. 121–133. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.neuron.2004.08.031.
Cotman, C.W., Berchtold, N.C. and Christie, L.-A. (2007) ‘Exercise builds brain health: key roles of growth factor cascades and inflammation’, Trends in Neurosciences, 30(9), pp. 464–472. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tins.2007.06.011.
Lupien, S.J. et al. (2009) ‘Effects of stress throughout the lifespan on the brain, behaviour and cognition’, Nature Reviews. Neuroscience, 10(6), pp. 434–445. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1038/nrn2639.
Current Vet is an educational podcast intended for veterinary students, veterinary professionals, and individuals with an interest in veterinary medicine.
All content provided in this podcast and its associated materials is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended as, and must not be considered a substitute for, professional veterinary advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Any clinical cases discussed in this podcast are fictional, and are designed to reflect typical or likely clinical scenarios for educational purposes. They do not represent specific real-life cases, clients, or animals.
While every effort is made to ensure accuracy and alignment with current evidence at the time of publication, veterinary medicine is a rapidly evolving field, and recommendations may change over time.
Find us on TikTok & Instagram: @veterinaryvista
Timeline:
00:00 Intro
01:44 1 – Space your Studying
04:18 2 – Mix your Subjects
07:04 3 – Elaborative Encoding
09:59 4 – Active Recall
12:25 5 – Manage your Cognitive Load
15:04 6 – GO TO SLEEP
17:44 7 – Move your Body
19:34 8 – Try Not to STRESS
22:30 What to NOT do
25:54 Key Points
28:41 Outro
References
Murre, J.M.J. and Dros, J. (2015) ‘Replication and Analysis of Ebbinghaus’ Forgetting Curve’, PLoS ONE, 10(7), p. e0120644. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0120644.
Taylor, K. and Rohrer, D. (2010) ‘The effects of interleaved practice’, Applied Cognitive Psychology, 24(6), pp. 837–848. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1002/acp.1598.
Craik, F.I.M. and Lockhart, R.S. (1972) ‘Levels of processing: A framework for memory research’, Journal of Verbal Learning and Verbal Behavior, 11(6), pp. 671–684. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1016/S0022-5371(72)80001-X.
Bradshaw, G.L. and Anderson, J.R. (1982) ‘Elaborative encoding as an explanation of levels of processing’, Journal of Verbal Learning and Verbal Behavior, 21(2), pp. 165–174. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1016/S0022-5371(82)90531-X.
Sweller, J. (2011) ‘Cognitive load theory’, The psychology of learning and motivation: Cognition in education, Vol. 55. San Diego, CA, US: Elsevier Academic Press (The psychology of learning and motivation), pp. 37–76. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1016/B978-0-12-387691-1.00002-8.
Rasch, B. and Born, J. (2013) ‘About sleep’s role in memory’, Physiological Reviews, 93(2), pp. 681–766. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1152/physrev.00032.2012.
Walker, M.P. and Stickgold, R. (2004) ‘Sleep-dependent learning and memory consolidation’, Neuron, 44(1), pp. 121–133. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.neuron.2004.08.031.
Cotman, C.W., Berchtold, N.C. and Christie, L.-A. (2007) ‘Exercise builds brain health: key roles of growth factor cascades and inflammation’, Trends in Neurosciences, 30(9), pp. 464–472. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tins.2007.06.011.
Lupien, S.J. et al. (2009) ‘Effects of stress throughout the lifespan on the brain, behaviour and cognition’, Nature Reviews. Neuroscience, 10(6), pp. 434–445. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1038/nrn2639.
Current Vet is an educational podcast intended for veterinary students, veterinary professionals, and individuals with an interest in veterinary medicine.
All content provided in this podcast and its associated materials is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended as, and must not be considered a substitute for, professional veterinary advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Any clinical cases discussed in this podcast are fictional, and are designed to reflect typical or likely clinical scenarios for educational purposes. They do not represent specific real-life cases, clients, or animals.
While every effort is made to ensure accuracy and alignment with current evidence at the time of publication, veterinary medicine is a rapidly evolving field, and recommendations may change over time.
1 Stunde 15 Minuten
In this episode, Dr. Lottie sits down with Dr. Dave Nicol to unpack what actually matters when choosing your first role, how to spot a genuinely supportive clinic, and why most interview processes completely miss the mark.
Dave is a veterinarian, author and founder of the Veterinary Leadership Academy. He works with practices worldwide to build healthier teams, stronger leadership, and sustainable careers in vet med. He has set up and led graduate programmes and has been a proud mentor for many new vets over the years.
Dave’s 5 Laws for a good graduate programme:
Clear mentorship ownership Capacity & capability to teach Staged expectations Accessible support Intentional progression over time
Where to find Dave:
Instagram: @drdavenicol
Website: https://www.drdavenicol.com/
Find us on TikTok & Instagram: @veterinaryvista
Timeline:
00:00 Intro
01:46 Dave’s Career as a Vet
14:10 Culture in Practice & New Grads Fitting In
18:59 Day-to-Day as a GP
31:14 Finding the Perfect First Clinic
44:47 How to Nail an Interview
52:35 Mental Health
01:04:32 Final Questions
01:14:10 Outro
Links
Website: https://drdavenicol.com
So You’re a Vet… Now What?: https://drdavenicol.com/book
Veterinary Leadership Success Show: https://open.spotify.com/show/6wZzJq0dQk6p2vFZP4Jr5Y
Blunt Dissection: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Zx7w1vF9Xqk0s8nV6Q2kL
Current Vet is an educational podcast intended for veterinary students, veterinary professionals, and individuals with an interest in veterinary medicine.
All content provided in this podcast and its associated materials is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended as, and must not be considered a substitute for, professional veterinary advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Any clinical cases discussed in this podcast are fictional, and are designed to reflect typical or likely clinical scenarios for educational purposes. They do not represent specific real-life cases, clients, or animals.
While every effort is made to ensure accuracy and alignment with current evidence at the time of publication, veterinary medicine is a rapidly evolving field, and recommendations may change over time.
Dave is a veterinarian, author and founder of the Veterinary Leadership Academy. He works with practices worldwide to build healthier teams, stronger leadership, and sustainable careers in vet med. He has set up and led graduate programmes and has been a proud mentor for many new vets over the years.
Dave’s 5 Laws for a good graduate programme:
Clear mentorship ownership Capacity & capability to teach Staged expectations Accessible support Intentional progression over time
Where to find Dave:
Instagram: @drdavenicol
Website: https://www.drdavenicol.com/
Find us on TikTok & Instagram: @veterinaryvista
Timeline:
00:00 Intro
01:46 Dave’s Career as a Vet
14:10 Culture in Practice & New Grads Fitting In
18:59 Day-to-Day as a GP
31:14 Finding the Perfect First Clinic
44:47 How to Nail an Interview
52:35 Mental Health
01:04:32 Final Questions
01:14:10 Outro
Links
Website: https://drdavenicol.com
So You’re a Vet… Now What?: https://drdavenicol.com/book
Veterinary Leadership Success Show: https://open.spotify.com/show/6wZzJq0dQk6p2vFZP4Jr5Y
Blunt Dissection: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Zx7w1vF9Xqk0s8nV6Q2kL
Current Vet is an educational podcast intended for veterinary students, veterinary professionals, and individuals with an interest in veterinary medicine.
All content provided in this podcast and its associated materials is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended as, and must not be considered a substitute for, professional veterinary advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Any clinical cases discussed in this podcast are fictional, and are designed to reflect typical or likely clinical scenarios for educational purposes. They do not represent specific real-life cases, clients, or animals.
While every effort is made to ensure accuracy and alignment with current evidence at the time of publication, veterinary medicine is a rapidly evolving field, and recommendations may change over time.
24 Minuten
In this episode of Current Vet, Dr Lottie talks about feline hyperthyroidism, the diagnostic tests available, and the pros & cons of different treatment options
Find us on TikTok & Instagram: @veterinaryvista
Timeline:
00:00 Intro
00:42 Case
02:03 Aetiology & Pathogenesis
05:53 Clinical Signs
07:40 Diagnosis
15:41 Treatment
21:31 Key Points
23:17 Outro
Recommended Reading
AAFP Guidelines for the Management of Feline Hyperthyroidism
Resources
Carney H.C. et al. (2016). 2016 AAFP Guidelines for the Management of Feline Hyperthyroidism. Journal of Feline Medicine and Surgery, 18(5): 400–416. https://doi.org/10.1177/1098612X16643252
Wakeling J, Everard A, Brodbelt D, Elliott J, Syme H. (2009). Risk factors for feline hyperthyroidism in the UK. Journal of Small Animal Practice, 50(8): 406–414. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1748-5827.2009.00756.x
Mooney, C. T. (2002). Pathogenesis of Feline Hyperthyroidism. Journal of Feline Medicine and Surgery, 4(3), 167–169. https://doi.org/10.1053/jfms.2002.0177
Nelson, R.W. & Guillermo Couto, C. Small Animal Internal Medicine, 6th ed., pp. 788–800.
Tilley L.P. & Smith F.W.K. Jr. Five Minute Consult — Canine and Feline, pp. 709–710
Current Vet is an educational podcast intended for veterinary students, veterinary professionals, and individuals with an interest in veterinary medicine.
All content provided in this podcast and its associated materials is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended as, and must not be considered a substitute for, professional veterinary advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Any clinical cases discussed in this podcast are fictional, and are designed to reflect typical or likely clinical scenarios for educational purposes. They do not represent specific real-life cases, clients, or animals.
While every effort is made to ensure accuracy and alignment with current evidence at the time of publication, veterinary medicine is a rapidly evolving field, and recommendations may change over time.
Find us on TikTok & Instagram: @veterinaryvista
Timeline:
00:00 Intro
00:42 Case
02:03 Aetiology & Pathogenesis
05:53 Clinical Signs
07:40 Diagnosis
15:41 Treatment
21:31 Key Points
23:17 Outro
Recommended Reading
AAFP Guidelines for the Management of Feline Hyperthyroidism
Resources
Carney H.C. et al. (2016). 2016 AAFP Guidelines for the Management of Feline Hyperthyroidism. Journal of Feline Medicine and Surgery, 18(5): 400–416. https://doi.org/10.1177/1098612X16643252
Wakeling J, Everard A, Brodbelt D, Elliott J, Syme H. (2009). Risk factors for feline hyperthyroidism in the UK. Journal of Small Animal Practice, 50(8): 406–414. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1748-5827.2009.00756.x
Mooney, C. T. (2002). Pathogenesis of Feline Hyperthyroidism. Journal of Feline Medicine and Surgery, 4(3), 167–169. https://doi.org/10.1053/jfms.2002.0177
Nelson, R.W. & Guillermo Couto, C. Small Animal Internal Medicine, 6th ed., pp. 788–800.
Tilley L.P. & Smith F.W.K. Jr. Five Minute Consult — Canine and Feline, pp. 709–710
Current Vet is an educational podcast intended for veterinary students, veterinary professionals, and individuals with an interest in veterinary medicine.
All content provided in this podcast and its associated materials is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended as, and must not be considered a substitute for, professional veterinary advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Any clinical cases discussed in this podcast are fictional, and are designed to reflect typical or likely clinical scenarios for educational purposes. They do not represent specific real-life cases, clients, or animals.
While every effort is made to ensure accuracy and alignment with current evidence at the time of publication, veterinary medicine is a rapidly evolving field, and recommendations may change over time.
20 Minuten
In this episode of Current Vet, Dr Lottie talks about feline leukaemia virus (FeLV)
Find us on TikTok & Instagram: @veterinaryvista
Timeline:
00:00 Intro
00:37 Case
01:57 Aetiology & Pathogenesis
06:18 Clinical Signs
07:56 Diagnosis
13:23 Treatment
16:13 Prevention
17:05 Key Points
18:48 Outro
Recommended Reading
ABCD’s Guidelines for Feline Leukaemia Virus Infection
AAFP’s Feline Retrovirus Testing and Management Guidelines
References
Little, S. et al. (2020) ‘2020 AAFP Feline Retrovirus Testing and Management Guidelines’, Journal of Feline Medicine and Surgery, 22(1), pp. 5–30. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1177/1098612X19895940.
Mostl, K. (2009) ‘GUIDELINE for Feline Leukaemia Virus Infection’, ABCD cats & vets, 1 January. Available at: https://www.abcdcatsvets.org/guideline-for-feline-leukaemia-virus-infection/ (Accessed: 14 February 2026).
Sykes, J.E. and Hartmann, K. (2014) ‘Feline Leukemia Virus Infection’, Canine and Feline Infectious Diseases, pp. 224–238. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1016/B978-1-4377-0795-3.00022-3.
Hoover, E.A. and Mullins, J.I. (1991) ‘Feline leukemia virus infection and diseases’, Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association, 199(10), pp. 1287–1297. Available at: https://doi.org/10.2460/javma.1991.199.10.1287.
Hofmann-Lehmann, R. and Hartmann, K. (2020) ‘Feline leukaemia virus infection: A practical approach to diagnosis’, Journal of Feline Medicine and Surgery, 22(9), pp. 831–846. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1177/1098612X20941785.
Current Vet is an educational podcast intended for veterinary students, veterinary professionals, and individuals with an interest in veterinary medicine.
All content provided in this podcast and its associated materials is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended as, and must not be considered a substitute for, professional veterinary advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Any clinical cases discussed in this podcast are fictional, and are designed to reflect typical or likely clinical scenarios for educational purposes. They do not represent specific real-life cases, clients, or animals.
While every effort is made to ensure accuracy and alignment with current evidence at the time of publication, veterinary medicine is a rapidly evolving field, and recommendations may change over time.
Find us on TikTok & Instagram: @veterinaryvista
Timeline:
00:00 Intro
00:37 Case
01:57 Aetiology & Pathogenesis
06:18 Clinical Signs
07:56 Diagnosis
13:23 Treatment
16:13 Prevention
17:05 Key Points
18:48 Outro
Recommended Reading
ABCD’s Guidelines for Feline Leukaemia Virus Infection
AAFP’s Feline Retrovirus Testing and Management Guidelines
References
Little, S. et al. (2020) ‘2020 AAFP Feline Retrovirus Testing and Management Guidelines’, Journal of Feline Medicine and Surgery, 22(1), pp. 5–30. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1177/1098612X19895940.
Mostl, K. (2009) ‘GUIDELINE for Feline Leukaemia Virus Infection’, ABCD cats & vets, 1 January. Available at: https://www.abcdcatsvets.org/guideline-for-feline-leukaemia-virus-infection/ (Accessed: 14 February 2026).
Sykes, J.E. and Hartmann, K. (2014) ‘Feline Leukemia Virus Infection’, Canine and Feline Infectious Diseases, pp. 224–238. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1016/B978-1-4377-0795-3.00022-3.
Hoover, E.A. and Mullins, J.I. (1991) ‘Feline leukemia virus infection and diseases’, Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association, 199(10), pp. 1287–1297. Available at: https://doi.org/10.2460/javma.1991.199.10.1287.
Hofmann-Lehmann, R. and Hartmann, K. (2020) ‘Feline leukaemia virus infection: A practical approach to diagnosis’, Journal of Feline Medicine and Surgery, 22(9), pp. 831–846. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1177/1098612X20941785.
Current Vet is an educational podcast intended for veterinary students, veterinary professionals, and individuals with an interest in veterinary medicine.
All content provided in this podcast and its associated materials is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended as, and must not be considered a substitute for, professional veterinary advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Any clinical cases discussed in this podcast are fictional, and are designed to reflect typical or likely clinical scenarios for educational purposes. They do not represent specific real-life cases, clients, or animals.
While every effort is made to ensure accuracy and alignment with current evidence at the time of publication, veterinary medicine is a rapidly evolving field, and recommendations may change over time.
