In this episode of Chats with the Chatfields, we’re thrilled to welcome Dr. Simon Platt, a world-renowned veterinary neurologist, to discuss intervertebral disc disease (IVDD). Join Dr. Jen the vet as she unpacks this common and often challenging condition with Dr. Platt, exploring everything from early warning signs to the latest treatment options.

Whether you're a veterinary professional or a pet owner, this episode is packed with practical tips and fascinating insights into spinal health for our furry friends.

For more info on Dr. Platt and veterinary neurology: https://www.web-vetneurology.com/simon-platt

About Our Guest: Dr. Simon Platt, DVM, DACVIM (Neurology), DECVN, is a founder of Web-vet Neurology. With decades of experience in veterinary neurology, Dr. Platt has contributed significantly to the understanding and treatment of neurological conditions in pets. He’s an engaging speaker, an accomplished researcher, and a passionate advocate for improving animal health and wellbeing.

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In this eye-opening episode of Chats with the Chatfields, we’re zooming in on one of the most common canine eye issues: conjunctivitis. Nope, pink eye in dogs isn't really a thing...at least not like it is in people. But, conjunctivitis, or inflammation in their eye, can leave your furry friend feeling irritated and uncomfortable. To help us untangle the causes, symptoms, and how best to determine if your dog should be seen by the vet, we’re joined by veterinary ophthalmologist Dr. Brittany Schlesener.

Dr. Schlesener shares her expertise on what makes dogs prone to conjunctivitis, how to tell if your pup’s red eye is a simple irritation or a sign of something more serious. Plus, we’ll dig into the myths about pink eye in pets—can it really spread to humans? Is it the same as pink eye in people? Do dogs really give it to each other? Spoiler alert: You don’t want to miss this part!

For more on Dr. Schlesener: https://fetchvets.com/staff/d-brittany-schlesener/

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In this episode of Chats with the Chatfields, Dr. Jen the Vet welcomes Dr. Janice O’Brien, a veterinary expert with a public health background, to dive deep into some fascinating findings of the Dog Aging Project. The conversation focuses on the latest data about dog owners and their nutritional decisions for their pets.

The Dog Aging Project is a large-scale, long-term research initiative aimed at understanding the biological and environmental factors that influence aging in dogs. Tune in to hear about surprising trends in pet nutrition and how you can enroll your dog in the project.

The Dog Aging Project: https://dogagingproject.org/

More on Dr. O'Brien: https://news.vt.edu/articles/2024/08/vetmed-research-obrien.html

The "other" episode where we talk about the Dog Aging Project: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1651318/episodes/11732945

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