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Pre-Breeding Genetic Counseling
Season 1 Episode 198
Assessing a dog’s health and genetic background prior to breeding are key to minimizing the risk of passing on inherited diseases to offspring. Dr. C…
10 months, 3 weeks ago
The Most Common Breeding Problems
Season 1 Episode 197
Fran Smith, DVM PhD DACT discusses how to avoid common problems with breeding. The number one cause of reproductive failure is improper timing. Learn…
11 months, 1 week ago
Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Supplements: Achieving Optimal Health
Season 1 Episode 196
RuthAnn Lobos DVM, CCRT, CVAT addresses the common claims made around supplements, explaining the quality, safety, and efficacy of Purina Pro Plan Ve…
11 months, 3 weeks ago
Infertility in Stud Dogs
Season 1 Episode 195
Victor Stora DVM, DACT, reviews the the art and science of keeping your stud dog fertile. Dr. Stora covers libido fluctuations, semen collection tips…
1 year ago
Managing the "Oops" Pregnancy
Season 1 Episode 194
Andrea Hesser, DVM DACT joins us from Purina to discuss what to do in the case of an unplanned breeding, including the medical options for terminatin…
1 year ago
Getting a Jump Start on Good Oral Health in Puppies
Season 1 Episode 193
Understanding normal oral anatomy will help you detect common abnormalities to look for when evaluating the oral health of puppies. Christopher Smith…
1 year, 1 month ago
How to Read & Understand Your DNA Test Results
Season 1 Episode 192
Fran Smith, DVM PhD DACT, joins us from Purina to discuss current DNA technology, including single versus panel tests. Learn how to understand risk a…
1 year, 1 month ago
Understanding Pet Food Regulations & Labels
Season 1 Episode 191
Martha G Cline, DVM DACVIM (Nutrition), joins us from Purina to discuss how to read pet food labels effectively, and how you can make informed dietar…
1 year, 2 months ago
Tackling Canine Infertility in Females
Season 1 Episode 190
Dr. Andrea Hesser, DVM, DACT, joins us from Purina to teach us about the most common ailments in canine breeding programs that affect conception and …
1 year, 3 months ago
Canine Cancer from a Breeder's Perspective
Season 1 Episode 189
Breeders hold the blueprint of their dogs’ future in their hands. Understanding the hereditary links and the role of selective breeding is vital to r…
1 year, 3 months ago