VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts

In today's VETgirl online veterinary continuing education podcast, we review new 2025 data on hyperkalemia management in blocked cats and whether insulin-dextrose, bicarbonate, or beta2-agonists outperform IV fluids in reducing serum potassium and creatinine 4 hours post-treatment. Tune in for a quick breakdown of what these findings mean for your real-world blocked cat-protocols.

In today's VETgirl online veterinary continuing education podcast, Kelly Foltz, LVT, RVT, CVT, VTS (ECC), co-author of Perceptions and Experiences of Veterinary Assistants, Veterinary Technicians/Nurses, and Veterinary Technician Specialists, discusses key predictive factors influencing burnout, job fulfillment, and long-term career interest of non-DVM veterinary professionals. Dive into insights on workplace environment, respect, and contributing to animal well-being as drivers of career satisfaction. Tune in now to learn practical solutions for improving veterinary team wellbeing and retention!!

In today's VETgirl online veterinary continuing education podcast, we chat with William Doxey about everything veterinarians need to know about the DEA's requirements regarding reverse distribution for controlled drugs. Ensure you are meeting DEA requirements when handling expired controlled drugs or drugs that need to be returned.

In today's VETgirl online veterinary continuing education podcast, we interview Dr. Emmanuel Fontaine, MSc, PhD, DECAR who discusses the importance of Apgar scoring for newborn puppies and kittens. He highlights its role in early detection of neonatal distress, improving survival rates, and promoting structured teamwork during C-sections and neonatal care.

In today's VETgirl online veterinary continuing education podcast, we’re talking about feline infectious peritonitis (FIP)! In the last few years, antivirals have completely flipped the script on what used to be a largely fatal disease - reported response rates are climbing! As we scramble to give these cats a fighting chance with evolving antiviral protocols, clinicians around the world are sharing what’s working - and what isn’t - and that collective experience is sharpening both our diagnostic workups and our treatment plans. Tune in to hear what we have learned about FIP diagnostics as we head into 2026.