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Back to Episodes#89 | Dr. Kristina Kiefer on Backpacking with a Dog
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In today's episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek we are joined by Dr. Kristina Kiefer (that's back to back doctor episodes for those keeping score at home). Dr. Kiefer is a veterinarian with a PhD in Veterinary Regenerative Medicine from the University of Minnesota. But, of greater interest to you, not only does Dr. Kiefer have the medical expertise to advise about hiking with your dog, but she also walks the walk, having done significant miles on trail with her own pup. Although we've broached the hiking with your dog subject on previous podcasts, Dr. Kiefer offers us concrete advice rooted in science. And seeing as both of your Backpacker Radio co-hosts are dog obsessed, we cover A LOT of ground in this interview ranging from how much weight a dog should carry, to what ages are appropriate for dogs to go on long distance hikes, to which breeds are best for backpacking, and more.
If you hike with your dog, are planning to one day hike with a dog, or just want some juicy #dogfacts, you will enjoy this conversation. We introduce a new segment, Dad Stuff, answer some burning listener questions, and chat about winter thru-hiking the AT.
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Interview with Dr.Kristina Kiefer
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QOTD: What is something in your car's center console that you derive too much joy from?
00:07:00 - How did you get into veterinary school and when did you know that animals, specifically dogs, were a passion of yours?
00:08:06 - How competitive is vet school?
00:08:48 - Is vet school cutthroat like law school?
00:11:03 - What is the most common procedure that you do?
00:11:38 - Are there dogs that are more likely to tear the