Tripawd Talk Radio #125: What is UC II and how can it help Tripawds who are so prone to developing osteoarthritis? Find out from Jope Founder Dr Christine. Wondering which joint supplement is best for three legged dogs? Don't miss this episode! Learn all about osteoarthritis in dogs. Especially, how it is so common among Tripawds, and only gets worse over time. And, discover which supplement has the most studies and proven science about how it helps prevent OA from getting worse and manage...

Tripawd Talk Radio #124: Have you ever noticed your cat or dog's muscles twitching near the incision site during recovery from amputation surgery? Or, have they ever jumped up with a sudden yelp weeks later? These are common signs of nerve pain, and phantom limb pain. Gabapentin and other pain medications are often prescribed to address this, but what exactly is "Nerve Pain" and how can Sensory Re-education help? Ilaria Borghese is the creator of the Thera Paw orthopedic dog boot, and...

Tripawd Talk Radio Episode #121: All Tripawds experience pain before, during, and after surgery. But how do you know? And what treatments are best? Learn how to talk with your vet about proper pain with Dr. Tamara Grubb on this episode of Tripawd Talk Radio. Guest Bio: Dr Grubb is current President of the International Veterinary Academy of Pain Management. She is a Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Anesthesia & Analgesia. She is an international pain management educator...

Tripawd Talk Radio Episode #123: Continuing our discussion with Dr Mandi from Healing Arts Animal Care, today we're taking a deep dive into the world of prosthetics for amputee pets. Is your dog a good candidate prosthetic use? Which prosthetics are the best? Find out with Dr Mandi on this episode of Tripawd Talk Radio. Dr Mandi Blackwelder is a canine rehab therapist certified in 2013. She's been a vet since 1998. And she is currently expanding her practice at Healing Arts Animal Care in...

Tripawd Talk Radio Episode #122: How do you know how far is too far when walking your Tripawds? And when is too early to start rehab exercises after amputation? Find out with Dr Mandi on this episode of Tripawd Talk Radio This episode is all about the benefits of proper rehabilitation treatment and exercise for three-legged dogs and cats. Dr Mandi Blackwelder shares her whole body approach and multi-faceted treatment for amputee dogs including nutrition, supplements, chiropractic care,...

Tripawd Talk Radio Episode #120: In this episode, we're talking all about integrative veterinary medicine. What is it? What treatments are used, and what conditions do they address? And, how can these alternatives to Western medicine help our three legged friends. Especially when it comes to a cancer diagnosis. Dr Henry Pasternak answers all these questions, and more. Practicing integrative medicine for more than 34 years, Dr Paternak wrote the book on the subject in, "Healing Pets With...

Tripawd Talk Radio Episode #119: Meet the first vet to perform cementoplasty in the United States and hear how canine cancer hero Colt is doing four months later, on this episode of Tripawd Talk Radio... Cementoplasty is the next generation bone substitute procedure from BioceraVet, a promising alternative to amputation and traditional limb sparing techniques for dogs diagnosed with bone cancer. You can learn all about Cementoplasty from BioceraVet in Tripawd Talk Radio episode...

Tripawd Talk Radio Episode #118:  What is the MIMIC study for Minimally Invasive Metastasectomy in Canines, and what does Whiskey have to do with it? Today we're going to talk about Whiskey and lung mets. We have two guests to help us learn all about a clinical trial studying advancements in treatment for metastatic cancer in dogs. Dr. Chris Thomson is a Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Surgeons, who specializes in surgical oncology, minimally invasive surgery, and...

Tripawd Talk Radio Episode #117:  On this is episode we're excited to discuss one of our favorite topics: Rehab therapy for three legged pets. And we've got an expert with us help explain the benefits. Dr Ana Esquivel is a practicing veterinarian who recognized her geriatric patients were in need of special attention beyond the typical drug therapy prescribed for their pain management. She studied Medical Acupuncture and became a Certified Canine Rehabilitation Therapist. She now operates...

Tripawd Talk Radio Episode #116:  On this is episode we're honored to have the Director of the Veterinary Mental Health Initiative (VMHI) with us to talk about grief and loss. We've helped many Tripawds members cope with all sorts of stress and grief over the years. But that's not easy when everyone copes differently. From dealing with a cancer diagnosis or major surgery, to end of life care, grief affects all pet parents at some time. That's why Dr. Katie Lawlor helped co-found the Pet Loss...

Tripawd Talk Radio Episode #115:  What is the OncoK9 Early Detection Cancer Test? What cancers does it screen for? And what can be done when results reveal a positive Cancer Signal Detected? Find out on this episode of Tripawd Talk Radio... This is Tripawd Talk Radio episode number 115, and we're going to be discussing promising advancements in the detection of canine cancer. Nearly half of all dogs get diagnosed with some form of cancer. Wouldn't it be great to have an accurate early...

Tripawd Talk Radio Episode #114:  Adopt, don't shop! We all know that. But how do you find the best rescue when welcoming new dog or cat into your home? And how can you avoid scams by working with a reputable shelter? Find out from Pawdoption Guide creator Bethany Muir on this episode of Tripawd Talk Radio... Bethany Muir is a Registered Veterinary Technician from Ontario, Canada. She's mom to rescue dogs and a human bi-pawd too! As founder of Pawdoption Guide, she's helping prospective pet...

Tripawd Talk Radio Episode #113: (Part 2 of 2)  How does a custom rear-limb prosthetic help Tripawd Husky Boris love life on three legs? Find out from Tara and Orthopets founder Martin Kauffman on this episode of Tripawd Talk Radio. We're excited to continue our discussion about prosthetics for amputee pets, with Orhtopets founder Martin Kauffman. We now have Tara Eichenberger with us to provide a pet parent prospective on prosthetics for Tripawds. Her Husky Boris is a happy canine customer...

Tripawd Talk Radio Episode #112: (Part 1 of 2)  Pet prosthetics are often the first thing new Tripawds members ask about. Today we have a special treat for anyone interested in prosthetics for pets. This is episode number 112, and it is part one of a two-part series where we'll be talking with the founder of OrthoPets, the leader in developing custom Orthotics and Prosthetics for Animals – and, one of their recent rear-limb canine prosthetic customers. Martin Kaufmann founded OrthoPets in...

Tripawd Talk Radio Episode #110: Find the video for this and all episodes of Tripawd Talk Radio on the Tripawds Youtube channel. We are always excited to share news about cutting edge treatments for canine osteosarcoma and other limb cancers. Especially those proving successful as an alternative to amputation. So, today we're thrilled to learn about Histotripsy. That's a new non-invasive tumor treatment currently in clinical trial at the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine. ...

Tripawd Talk Radio Episode #109: Find the video for this and all episodes of Tripawd Talk Radio on the Tripawds Youtube channel. We know that moderating physical activity for new Tripawds is important to ensure a quick safe recovery. But how do you tire energetic dogs and keep them stimulated? Well, brain games and food puzzles can be exhausting for dogs, and fun! We learned with Wyatt that Nose Work and Scent Training are great ways to keep dogs engaged and entertained. And today, we have...

Tripawd Talk Radio Episode #108: Find the video for this and all episodes of Tripawd Talk Radio on the Tripawds Youtube channel. We always like sharing news about cutting edge treatments when it comes to limb loss for our pets. So we're very excited to have two osteoarticular disease experts with us today, from TheraVet. That's the maker of Biocera-Vet, which is the next-generation bone substitute now being used in unique veterinary orthopedic treatments. Julie Schurgers and Fanny...

Tripawd Talk Radio Episode #107: Today we're excited to have a special guest back with us who we first talked to back in 2010. Providing proper nutrition is a major part of caring for our dogs and cats. With amputation, or cancer, and weight management, this becomes even more important. Everyone wants to know What's the best food for my dog? And that's where Dog Food Advisor comes in. Mike Sagman created dogfoodadvisor.com as a free public service website designed to help you make a more...

Tripawd Talk Radio Episode #106: On this show we speak with Dr Rachel Venable about how pet cancer care consulting makes treatment more accessible than ever, for everyone. Dr. Venable is a Board Certified medical oncologist who obtained her veterinary degree from the University of Missouri. She completed her residency at the renowned CSU Flint Animal Cancer Center. And, she's founded the Pet Cancer Care Consulting service as a way to help pet owners who want to consult with a veterinary...

Tripawd Talk Radio Episode #105: On this episode we talk with Dr. Brooke Britton about combination therapy for dogs with osteosarcoma. Specifically, we discuss her monthly chemotherapy treatments with both Palladia and Carboplatin for Jake – a 14+ year old three legged German Shepherd mix. Topic: Combination therapy for canine cancer, including Monthly Chemotherapy for Dogs with Osteosarcoma (and other innovative limb cancer therapies)   Our Guest: Brooke Britton DVM DACVIM (Oncology) is a...

Tripawd Talk Radio Episode #104:  On this episode we talk with Chief Medical Officer Dr Michael Lucroy about the Torigen immunotherapy vaccine for pets with cancer. The Torigen vaccine is a therapeutic vaccine available from any veterinarian for dogs or cats with cancer. Dr. Lucroy is the Chief Medical Officer at Torigen Pharmaceuticals, which provides the most advanced cancer care solutions for companion animals, including a "personalized" cancer vaccine to help dogs fight the disease. He...

Tripawd Talk Radio Episode #103:  On this episode we share the stories of two Sporting Tripawds, Tara and Neon. Tara is the winner of the 2020 American Kennel Club ACE Award for Exemplary Companion dog. Her mom Mary Pat selected the Tripawds Foundation for her chosen charity, to which the AKC made a generous donation on her behalf for winning the award. Neon is a champion agility dog who's mom Penny informed Mary Pat about the Tripawds Foundation. The annual AKC Humane Fund Awards For Canine...

Tripawd Talk Radio Episode #102:  Tripawds Member Profile - Meet Tripawds blogger Clare Allen and learn how her three-legged "Meg-A-Star" loves life on three legs for the past five years thanks to regular canine rehab with her physiotherapist Phillipa Mitchell. Resources mentioned in this episode: Meg's Tripawds Blog: https://megsta.tripawds.com UK Canine Rehab with Dr. Philippa Mitchell: http://activepet.co.uk/ Maggie Moo Fund for Tripawd Rehab: http://tri.pet/tri-rehab The Guardian...

Tripawd Talk Radio Episode #101:  Learn the truth about CBD and the use of cannabis products for pets. Discover what Veterinary Cannabis Education and Consulting does for pet parents, veterinarians, and the entire pet community. Discover how effective cannabis is for pain management and for treating other conditions, such as  navigating new situations/environments. Get answers to Questions about CBD for Pets: Can cannabis extinguish aversive memories created prior to amputation?How can it...