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Very interesting. I don't know how feasible it is to do production based pay but I totally agree that profit sharing isn't necessarily a motivation for alot of staff.

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Why are prices going up 😂 for pets?

Could you do one on vets and clients? I went through cohesive control from my vet. It meant my cat suffered horrendously. I liked and trusted those vet for over a decade. She knew I only trusted her most due to bad experience with another pet. But if made suggestions like my cat needs bloods done for checking thyroid and potassium levels to adjust meds appropriately, she would say no and make me feel bad if I did, despite cat needing it, it worked. Other things I suggested, my cat had nasal tumour and was on palliative care, she delayed obvious signs of pain and soreness but vet made out the steroids was enough and pain symptoms werent pain. She had obvious infection and needed antibiotics but I was afraid to go to another vet as didnt think she would be happy and may think I'm going behind her back, so I got it from a friend who happened to have some. She would have a blocked tear duct and face would swell like a balloon and burst. Vet made out that she wasnt in pain. Cat started crying and pacing, and I asked if it was severe pain from tumour spreading. She told me that cats dont cry and pace in pain. She told me it was sudden dementia, despite her memory being just fine. She said she isnt distressed nor is she aware. So I left her approx a total of 7 days in severe pain crying and pacing, having to have supplements syringed and also water. Turned out I was right and was severe pain from tumour invading back of eye where optic nerve is. It caused her eye to tilt. Over theast year, I wanted to put my cat out of her misery and asked if it was fair on her because she looked depressed and hid loads and breathing wasnt great. But because on the odd occasion my cat would pick up a toy (new behaviour that can indicate pain but I had no clue) that this was enough to be classed as quality of life. Then even right at the end when her face was swelling and bursting and It was obviously cruel. She convinced me somehow that I was wrong and guilted me into keeping her going. I knew this vet for many years from where I used to work at an animal sanctuary. She knew I had been bullied there and left, she knew I had past traumas and suffered anxieties and had trust issues and she understood why I only trusted her. I said to her after, had another vet called Emily spoken to me about the symptoms she would have put her to sleep. My vet responded by saying, ye she may have suggested putting her to sleep but you wouldnt have been happy without seeing me first. I said I wanted to put her to sleep ages ago and if Emily suspected it was tumour, I would have done it immediately. First attempt to put her to sleep and vet didnt want to, I said to her that I rather she went a little too soon than a little too late. My vet manipulated me to make it far far too late. I now suffer with PTSDA symptoms as a result of watching my cat crying desperately for help, trying to escape and trying to get comfort from me but I ignored her and shut her out of bedroom so I could sleep because I thought she wasnt suffering and just in a dementia episode that she is unaware of. She was very aware. It pains me so much. I wouldnt be here now if wasnt for family. It only passes the pain to others. So I'm forced to endure it. I'm losing my job and college place. I'm staying with family because I csnt stay at home where sure pain went on and suffering for a year more than she should have. Pain meds would have made a huge difference. Would love to know what this time of manipulation would be classed as. I know my vet didnt like to do things I suggested, looking back its plain as day. But she was so lovely in person, so understanding. I had several alarm bells telling me to change vets but fear of other vets from past experience and the fact I didnt want to hurt my vets feelings from knowing and liking her so much. Everything is so clear how wrong and obvious it was. The treatments and things I asked should have been protocol and I shouldnt have needed to ask. I did complain about her colleagues that hurt my other cat so not sure it revenge was in her mind. I stuck with her as didnt want my baby girl going through what her brother did but sticking with this vet meant she went through so much more suffering. Far more pain over a year long period, as opposed to him being under an hour with other vet. I hate myself so much for not seeing the obvious. Would love to know what you think.

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Would anyone be able to let me know how this drug works for a dog with diabetes? My dog has had diabetes for years. Also for administration early in the course of diagnosis vs. Later when it gets to the state of hospitalization? My vet is thinking of waiting until if/when she gets more severe but she isnt getting better (day 5) and I am trying to decide if I should advocate for this drug or not

Hey! Love your stuff. You need background noise/music for us autistics. Thank you for your videos!!

This video really helped me . I had to put my 15 years old shih Tzu down yesterday and my heart is so broken . His back legs went out and I tried to get him better but then he started peeing and had blood in his pee.. I had to get him out of his pain. I miss him so much this is so hard

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This helps with some situations in my practice this week. In terms of future podcasts, can you shed some light on the examroom etiquette for how to show the value and medical need of preventive care without coming across as a salesman to the client? Of course there is financial benefit for the practice for compliance but I would like the staff to stand on the soapbox for things they believe in above the fact that it's financially advantageous or because the manager is pushing them. I feel that it's hard to pull a script together with so much variability for each case, client and staff member. I would love it if my team was talking about nutrition and Nutriceuticals but I am struggling to get them to discuss fecal screening and a 4dx or dental disease in a grade 3 to 4 mouth.

Thank you for this. Tomorrow euthanizig my 2.5 year old golden. After watching this I feel comfort in knowing she's there.

I let my Charlie Boo pass on to Paradise a little more than three years ago. Initially I questioned my decision because I could not allow myself to believe it was the right thing to do. I was in denial for months telling myself he did not want to go-but that was not true; Charlie was in pain for months but I could not see that. I blamed myself for missing the signs that he was in distress with a grade 5 CHF because I was ignorant about the condition until it was too late. What gives me, and my wife, comfort is that we gave him a great quality of life with lots of love every day. He gave us more joy than we could ask for. We gave him the dignity of passing on to eternity in my arms, at home surrounded by his family and comfortable. Thank you for your words of love and caring; and allowing me to share this moment. 😢😢

Beware of Using Panoquel for Your Dogs! Our dog was sickened, and nearly died, to the tune of more than $4000, from Panoquel. It was used as instructed, and he had no pre-existing conditions or allergies. He lived through it, but the BIG Pharma company CEVA refuses to acknowledge any involvement or help with vet fees despite the drug nearly killing my dog. Stay away from the drug and CEVA.

My dog just was diagnosed with stage 5 lymphoma 😢

My dog just got diagnosed with cancer that is highly effecting his liver and its time. He lived an amazing 14 years which is long for a Lab/Rottie mix. He was a family member and one of the best friends I've ever had. He was there through every breakup I had, he was always down to do whatever I wanted as long as it was with me, and he never complained other than not getting belly rubs. Dogs are the best. Cherish them.

I feel like this podcast was literally tailored to my request a couple of weeks back. Thanks Andy!

I can see after 5 years nothing has changed that's great. See I've been a veterinarian technician for 3 years and I'm getting out of the field. Instead I'm going to use my medical background to become a registered nurse. What pisses me off is that the only ones who are benefiting the veterinary field are managers and veterinarians. There are so many times where there are only 2 techs and 2 assistants and we're trying to work and get stuff done only for vets to keep on adding more cases and we aren't able to take care of all these patients on time and efficiently.

Amazing video: Thank you for sharing, it hurts my heart to even start to consider this. The worst part about it, is his mind is perfect and he is so happy when his pain is under control. His body is failing him. I don’t want to fail him too.

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I had to put my 11 year old husky to sleep 2 days ago. She was strong up to the last day. We were able to do all her favorite things, walks, hikes, took her range and she got to mingle with all her favorite people. People were surprised she was running around for an 11year old dog. Had a great weekend out, brought her home, fed her..... Then in the middle of the night, she abruptly had a seizure. Her health nose dived off a cliff due to a cancer abdominal rupture on her adrenal glands/liver. We rushed to the ER and she couldn't even walk. She didn't want to eat. She seemed in agony. I had less than a day to brace for this. The vet said saving her was very slim and the best thing I could do was to ease her passing considering how fast she declined in less than day. It's gut wrenching. I think letting her go easy was the decision to make. Prolonging it would have made her suffer. I don't quite know how to accept her passing. It feels very empty and barren without her around

Hi, My dog is 13 yrs old German Shepherd he has hip dysplasia. About a month ago we noticed he walked less and less and about 3 days ago he hasn’t gotten up😢 he eats and drinks water but he doesn’t go to the bathroom. I am scared to know there is nothing else to do … help!! I need an advice 😔

You are very caring. I wish you were my Lucy’s vet. Thank you for these words, your words have helped me to understand. Thank you from the bottom of my heart

T thank you for being honest and just telling people the truth. No one ever benefits from sugar coating it. Every dog I've ever owned has been euthanized at home. It made all the difference in the world.

Dr Dottie Laflamme is great! There's more I would like to ask her

Ty Doc. I have a 13 year old German Shepherd Hip Dis. Mental decline Vistiblur Desease In pain I thought it was anxiety Anyway you helped me over the hard decision

Thank you for sharing this 🙏

Dr. Roark, how is your following and view count not exponentially higher? I never miss an episode and get a ton out of this podcast. How does a technician / practice manager go about creating a local tech or management group or write articles for industry publications? I have information that I would love to share and have a desire to learn from others. Be that a thing to do or to avoid everyone has something to share that could help others.

My dog is a bichon poodle mix that is 18 years old next month. I know that one day sooner than later, we will have to part ways. We can't walk him any longer as he has cataracts and, therefore, will not move forward. My husband and I are taking good care of him. He still loves to eat, and when we are outside, he sniffs the air. He has an enlarged heart and coughs a lot. Although, he has learned that coughing will bring him sympathy as well as a treat. He wears a diaper and coughs also to let us know that it is time for a new one or that he wants water. He has a better than great appetite...so, for now, we are thankful. I will be looking forward to your videos. ❤

I have wirehaired pointer, she is 16. And I think that it ia the time. The hardest part is to accept that there won't be any good days in the future

Hi my name is June I am having a hard time knowing when it is time to have my dog put to sleep Roxy is 10.1/2 and she has been diagnosed with lymphoma the vet put her on steroids she been on them for nearly 3 months she wants to eat all the time and drink she gets me up to go out 3 or 4 time in the night she wingise if I leave to go in the garden and if I talk to my neighbour or talk to anyone on the phone on an evening she will lay on her bed and cry at me for food I don't know what to do I love her so much and is hard to let her go please could you advise me please 🐕

So this video changed my husband's thoughts and we decided to go forward. Our hearts crumble as we are heading to the vets now. This is so hard 😞

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I am so happie that our fur balls can die in peace and not hurting from severe injuries, not dying of hunger because they cannot eat or even drink. Worst of all is letting them suffer hoping that they will revive again. That is selfish you must decide quickly and get it over with. The longer you prolong the longer they are suffering. My Bobo Kitty had to be put down to heart failure 8 years old he was the best I ever had, he was a rescue from a shelter. He was my friend & my adopted son!! I only hope that if I dont die quickly that somehow someone will euthinize me and let me die in peace instead of suffering in agony-Say it now to your friends, family & pets say what you feel & treat everyone with respect even if they dont!! Your here now in the moment & gone-the next

Best presentation I have seen on this awful topic.

Unnecessary vaccinations are not healthy and creating a rise in disease and it would be nice if the company was taught the research that was proven! Why is the education not expanding on that issue! We know this in human medicine. They seem to be unwilling to be able except the science that has been proven that most of the core vaccines studied show titers that immunity carry years longer if not lifelong! Stop pushing kibble for the love of god its horrible! I am shocked by the fact that animals are not eating proper food. Food matters and the dog food companys have vets taught that dogs and cats should be fed dried garbage everyday of their lives and its sad! Not your fault but it will go a long way to help veterinarians be doctors and leave the diets to a nutritional expert! These are living breathing animals that are important to us and they need appropriate whole foods to thrive like ever mammal on the planet!

One of the most difficult decisions to make. Our pets are our family members. My last one died mid exam at the vet. My vet thought someone had poisoned him. Have never had another dog since then, don’t think I ever will. 😢

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Well done. I am grumpy & you are happy, still I learned a great deal, thank you. Much sound advice.

My gorgeous Patterdale terrier torn his cruciate ligament from chasing balls, I was so uneducated on not over throwing the ball! He loved chasing the ball but no more fun now 😢

Thank you for your video. I'm struggling with this decision. My angel is my service animal and I love her more than anything on this earth. She is my soulmate. How can I cope? Can we talk? Please?

Thank you for putting this out. It’s soo hard to

Just put my little buddy down a couple days ago. His little legs were just giving out on him. What really hurts so bad is his spirit was still so strong. He still wanted to play fetch. But he couldn't hardly walk let alone run. He still was getting excited about getting his food, but he couldn't jump all the way from the kitchen to the living room like he used to. He wanted to bound up and down the steps or jump off the couch or bed. He just couldn't, or he would try and would fall down. When I had to help him just stand up in the morning to get out of bed, I called and made the appointment. My vet had tried a few different things. He had other health issues too and was already on several meds. His little body couldn't take much more. It was time but it still sucks and I'm having a very hard time with this one even though I've been through this several other times. But I know he had to be hurting and he's not hurting any more.

It’s very hard to lose a friend 😢

Thank you. 😢