Soon-to-be graduates from Vet school have some choices to make when it comes to next steps in their career. Internships offer a great opportunity to sharpen your skills and learn specialty skills before diving into a private practice. As her internship experience is coming to an end, Dr. Adriana Razo returns to discuss the benefits and challenges s…

Ahoy Ahoy! Dr. Sheddy the Sailing Vet joins us aboard the S.S. Unleashed from her own vessel, Chuffed, as she traverses the Mexican Pacific coast bringing veterinary services to underserved areas. Listen as she describes her incredible story of carving her own path in Vet Med, from disenchanted land lubber to Captain Doctor of her very own ship! Dr…

Beep boop beep, veterinarians and bartenders beware, the robots are coming to take yer jobs! While AI is an integral part of running our societies, it’s been the center of sensationalism in the news. So what’s the reality of how it’s being used, and where is it showing up in animal care practice? The Vets courageously trust AI to help write out sho…

This episode dives into a topic near and dear to Dr. Mike’s heart: humor! Salient and diverse, it’s potential to create a better visit experience for clients, and better patient outcomes, is undeniable. Laughter is an important part of healing and creating bonds. But not all jokes are appropriate for the exam room, so Dr. Mike prescribes a special …

Life is full of interruptions. Whether on personal or professional time, being able to assess and pivot where to put your focus and resources is a crucial skill set. The choices we make in those moments can have ripple effects through our day. The Vets look at effective ways to manage your time, especially in an ever changing clinical environment. …

Vets and pet parents come to the medical care experience with their own viewpoints and assumptions on what is necessary or practical when it concerns delivering care. But what does it mean to give, or receive, the right treatment for our pets? In this episode, we explore the spectrum of care, and how professionals balance what might be considered t…

Whether it’s in our personal or professional lives, for those of us who are naturally empathetic and people pleasers, it’s easy to find ourselves over committed, and taking care of others before taking care of numero uno. Doctoral candidate Kelly Burich offers services and insight to the veterinary field on how we can draw necessary boundaries, for…

Stephanie Han returns as a 3rd year student; calmer, wiser, more balanced and attenuated to creating a better experience in the doctor-client relationship. Half the challenge (read joy) of the profession is working with clients and patients, and different folks have different needs in the communication department. Sometimes the best lessons are lea…

Clients sometimes don’t realize how above and beyond their vets go for their patients. But some of you have made a real impact on veterinary staff through your acts of gratitude and generosity. This episode, Dr. Scott and Dr. Mike reflect on some of their favorite clients, and celebrate the amazing ways they’ve shown their gratitude through the yea…

We are back celebrating Season 7! Dr. Scott and Dr. Mike catch up after a brief hiatus and discuss what to look forward to in upcoming episodes. New drinks, returning friends, and signature banter to be sure. This season the Docs put a focus on the client, and optimizing the experience for everyone involved with the care of our animals. Get your ea…

The Vets Unleashed celebrates the wrap of Season 6! Dr. Scott and Dr. Mike share their favorite episodes, favorite drinks, and lessons learned from this season. And thanks to all of you who have listened and supported the podcast over the last several years! Please take time to fill out this survey on our IG page to help us plan out future episodes…

In this episode we check in with return guest Stephanie Han on the conclusion to her 2nd year of veterinary school. The gang swaps stories about the trials and tribulations of what 2nd year looks like, and how to navigate self care through a demanding program. Cultivating the right mindset to handle the workload of vet school requires balancing dis…

Dr. Doug Mader is a triple boarded veterinarian, author, mentor, teacher, and story teller whose new book, The Vet at Noah’s Ark: Stories of Survival from an Inner City Animal Hospital, traverses themes as diverse as One Health, Underserved Communities, Mental Health, Not One More Vet, Business and medical interactions. The vets discuss their role …

Paid time off is one thing, but the ability to take an extended leave from your job without worrying about money or insurance is something else entirely. Dr. Scott and Dr. Mike explore the benefits and challenges of being able to take a sabbatical to rejuvenate your soul and re-evaluate where you are in your profession. It can be hard to find the t…

There’s a lot of options when it comes to taking care of your pets. Whether it’s food bowls, leashes, beds, or puzzles, it’s easy to get target confusion when trying to outfit your pet with life’s necessities. Let the Vets ease your mind and give you their two cents. With decades of experience between the two, they’ve seen what works, and what does…

Sit down, have a drink, or a happy pill, what else do you need? In this episode, the vets look at what it means to be happy as a person and a professional. Are we passive in our ability to find happiness, or is it a mindset we cultivate? We all deal with different challenges in life, whether it’s at our jobs, in our relationships, because of our he…

There’s a lot to consider when deciding to bring a new cat into the home. Do I want a kitten? An older cat? Do I have space? Or the resources to care for it? Will it fit into an established pet dynamic? What should I name it ,and will it even respond if I do? The Vets delve into the basics of deciding if adding a new cat to the home is right for yo…

With the rise of social media every vet has a platform to reach as many followers as they can garner. Dr. Scott and Dr. Mike are joined by Dr. Courtney Campbell to discuss the pitfalls and benefits of putting yourself and your opinions out in the world. Join them as with the custom drink made in Dr. Courtney's honor: Matcha-do About Nothing Juice 1…

Vet techs play a vital role in patient care and client communication in ways that touch people’s lives forever. Return guest Jessie Johan stops by to swap stories about first hand experiences in the way vet techs positively impact their community. For some, it’s the mentorship they provide training and guiding the next generation of the industry. F…

Whether it’s being cut off in traffic or dealing with an irate client, it’s natural to react in anger. Is there anything we can do to change our nature and create a more positive response? Today, Dr. Scott and Dr. Mike talk with writer, podcaster and dog life coach extraordinaire Katya Lidsky on the ways we can approach and assess frustrating situa…

Welcome to Season 6 of the Vets Unleashed! After a brief hiatus, Dr. Mike and Dr. Scott spend this episode catching up with return guest UC Davis veterinary student Stephanie Han as she enters year 2. Finding your footing in an intensive program means learning your strengths and weaknesses, likes and dislikes within the field, and keeping your sani…

Happy 2023 and welcome to Season 6 of The Vets Unleashed! Get a glimpse of the year to come as we lay out the focus for this season’s modus operandi and celebrate those people who are making a positive impact on the veterinary community. We’ve got a great line up including some of your favorite return guests! Take time with us this season to apprec…

Goodbye for now. Tune in as Dr. Mike, and Dr. Scott close out another amazing season of The Vets Unleashed. Dr. Mike and Dr. Scott reflect on the amazing guest and topics they've been able to explore in season 5. From old guests returning to new episode formats with other podcasts taking over, this season has been filled with laughs, drinks, and ad…

Hey gang! Welcome back to another episode of Vets Unleashed, the podcast that speaks with animal lovers and professionals about the comings and goings in the animal kingdom. Whether you are a new owner or a veteran, finding quality pet care you can trust can be an ordeal. These issues are exacerbated even more in areas where pet care isn't readily …

In today’s episode, the Vets are embarking on a topic they’ve never had before - estate planning for your pets. They’re joined by Jeff Stromberg, an estate planning attorney, who offers insight into estate planning and setting up a fund for your pet should anything happen to you. From how to get started to where the money actually goes, Jeff answer…

Today, Dr. Mike and Dr. Scott are talking to Lisa McClenahan, sister-in-law to Dr. Mike, hypnotherapist, and life coach who offers a pre-euthanasia service for pet owners looking to give their animals a more meaningful send-off and find closure for themselves during the difficult experience that is pet loss. Lisa shares her experience holding ritua…

The vets are joined by a familiar face, or rather - voice, in today’s episode all about maximizing your degree as a vet tech. Leslie Ferguson is back to share her insight and knowledge on the role of a vet tech and how new and aspiring vet techs can generate more revenue. Leslie and the vets discuss the many tasks that vet techs do, the different w…

Most people want to work with only the best of the best. It makes them feel secure that they are going to receive top notch quality care from a trusted vet. However, sometimes you can't get the best. So you may have to go with “average” veterinary care. What does average mean to you? Is that something to make you run away or feel “hmm I can deal”? …

Today, Dr. Mike and Dr. Scott are talking about why professional relationships and networking might seem like a superficial thing to do but can actually be an important element to help your career thrive, especially in the veterinary profession. Dr. Mike and Dr. Scott share their best tips for networking, how they actively stay involved in their pr…

It’s no secret that the vets fear that veterinary medicine is a profession in crisis. The vets have addressed it on their show before but today, they’re taking a look at one aspect that contributes to the crisis: Toxic positivity. The vets explore what toxic positivity can look like both within themselves as well as in the general scope of the indu…

Today, Dr. Mike and Dr. Scott are talking about the myths and misunderstandings in the veterinarian medicine space, including where these myths come from and how they handle this misinformation when it pops up in the exam room. Dr. Mike and Dr. Scott share why there’s a lot of misinformation out there in vet medicine and how a few underlying grains…

Today, in this special crossover episode, Katya from The Animal That Changed You podcast is taking over as host for Dr. Scott and Dr. Mike from The Vets Unleashed to interview Dr. Lindsay Daly. Dr. Lindsay is a veterinarian working with an Austin-based organization called Emancipet, whose mission is to make veterinary care affordable and accessible…

Today, Dr. Mike and Dr. Scott are welcoming back a familiar voice, Stephanie Han. You might remember Stephanie, a first-year veterinary student who first made her appearance last season. Now that she’s officially done with the first semester of veterinary school, she is back to catch up with the vets on how her first semester went. Stephanie shares…

It’s been over 2 years since the pandemic started and today, the vets are talking all about it. The vets first addressed COVID on their show two years ago, and now it’s time for an update on how the pandemic changed both their lives and the field of veterinary medicine. Dr. Mike and Dr. Scott catch you up on job changes, the similarities they notic…

The vets are welcoming you to season 5 with a quick look into what’s coming up! In season 4, the vets focused on chatting with veterinary school students. Naturally, season 5 will keep you up to date with some of their favorite season 4 veterinary students. The vets talk about the number of episodes they’d love to have this season, the inspiring st…

That’s a wrap on season 4 of The Vets Unleashed. Dr. Mike and Dr. Scott sit for a quick chat and reflection on their latest season and how they think it compared to their previous seasons. They take you behind the scenes of working with their new podcast producer and what it was like catering an entire season to early-career vets. The vets share th…

Not all paths of a veterinary student look the same. Today, the vets are chatting with Ariel, a current vet med student at UC Davis whose path is that of a non-traditional veterinary student. Prior to starting her journey through veterinary school, Ariel had a career in sociology. Coming from a small town in China, Ariel decided to pivot from her l…

Is veterinary a profession in crisis? This is a common question the vets receive from veterinary students and early career veterinarians and vet techs. In today’s episode, the vets address the toxicity that clouds the profession with Dr. Andy Roark. Together, they discuss how rough stepping into the veterinary world can be, toxic workplaces, equita…

Unfortunately, when work’s not working, you have to rip the bandaid off and bid it so long, farewell, auf wiedersehen, goodbye. Today, Dr. Scott and Dr. Mike are biting the bullet as they discuss how to quit a job. They’re digging deep by sharing the telltale signs that you need to look out for when work is no longer working for you. Tune in as the…

The vets are back and this time, they are joined by Dr. Steven Kubiski. Today, they’re discussing why not every vet does what the general public thinks they do. The vets discuss the many roles of vets outside of neutering and spaying cats and dogs. Specifically, they chat with Dr. Steven about his role as an anatomic pathologist. Dr. Steven is a se…

The vets take a trip down memory lane with their guest, Adriana Razo, a third-year vet student at Midwestern University College. Adriana shares why she chose to enroll in Midwestern University College, what made her decide to pursue an advanced degree, what it’s like as a third-year vet student, and so much more. If you want the inside scoop into a…

To choose a vet specialty or not to choose a vet specialty? That’s the question that Dr. Mike and Dr. Scott are setting out to answer today. If you’re a veterinary student who cannot decide on becoming a generalist versus a veterinary specialist, this episode is for you. Tune in as the vets discuss the many considerations involved with becoming a v…

You are in for a treat as the vets drop a special bonus episode. After 2 years of podcasting and 4 seasons of the show, the vets release this episode to update you on where they are, where they’ve been, and where they’re going from here. The vets share the exciting upcoming episodes they have with guests from a first-year vet student at UC Davis, a…

This season, the vets have been focused on veterinary students and early career veterinarians. Today, they’re joined by Stephanie Han, a first-year veterinary student at UC Davis college of veterinary medicine. In this episode, Stephanie is spilling the beans, her stories, and experiences as a first-year veterinary student. She discusses the anxiet…

Is vet med for you? The vets offer their “sage advice” for soon-to-be veterinary students. Dr. Mike and Dr. Scott chat about vet med schooling, student loans, and things you need to consider before taking the plunge into veterinary medicine. If you’re stuck trying to decide if vet med is for you, or simply curious about what it truly takes to fulfi…

Making the decision to become a registered veterinary technician is huge. To help you prepare for the road ahead, the vets sit down with Leslie Ferguson. Aside from being a registered veterinary technician, Leslie also holds a bachelor’s degree from Purdue University in liberal arts and writing. Leslie walks future vet techs through what to expect …

What do you know about upholding the veterinarian oath? To help you unpack that loaded question, the vets have invited a very special guest, Dr. Jen Frederico. Dr. Jen is not just a doctor, but she has also newly arrived at diplomat status in the American college of animal welfare. And unlike the cocktail of the week, this episode will discuss all …

You know that nagging feeling of not being good enough, even if you’ve had years of experience under your belt? Mike and Scott have been there and they have a drink to go along with it. They discuss this feeling of phoniness as it relates to their many accomplishments from 20+ years of veterinary practice to stand-up comedy. They share the differen…

How hard is it to get into veterinary school in 2021? Unfortunately, the vets don’t have an updated answer on that, so they’ve brought Deanna Gerber, the Recruitment Coordinator at Iowa State University, to chat all about getting into vet school. They answer your pressing questions like, is it easy or hard to get into veterinary school today, as we…

Do you remember your firsts? Mike and Scott take a walk down memory lane as they remember their first time. They recount their first year at a veterinary practice and the important “stick-with-you-forever” lessons they learned as new, fresh-faced grads. Sit back and take a sip, whether you’re an old vet or a new grad who is about to head into their…