Down the Rabbit Hole with AEMV: Exotic Companion Mammal Briefs

13 - GDV in Rabbits? with Dr. Nicholas Jew and Dr. Stephen Chan

You've heard about GDV in guinea pigs, but what about in rabbits?  Should we even call it a dilation and volvulus - or a different kind of torsion?  Can a rabbit survive this?  Can you identify it quickly enough to make a difference? Join me, Dr. Stephen Chan, DVM, DABVP (Exotic Companion Mammal) and Dr. Nicholas Jew, DVM for an enlightening conversation through this interesting disease process. Spoiler:  This podcast was in fact recorded before our annual conference in Seattle, WA August 2025 - look for us in 2026 in Philly! For the e-mail contacts discussed in this podcast, or any other questions or concerns, please contact info@aemv.org

12 - The How of the HOW (Hands on Workshop) with Dr. Pignon and Dr. Guerrera

Have YOU found yourself teaching some tips and tricks of exotic mammal medicine and surgery to those around you?  Is there something you do in your every day that you just wish every exotic mammal veterinarian would know? Share the knowledge!   The HOW (Hands on Workshops) happen every year at our Exotic365 in-person conference, and is a great opportunity to get valuable technical know-how.   As an Association, we know we are continually making advances in the care of our species, and would love it if more individuals would join us in teaching other veterinary professionals. For the contact information for the speakers in this episode, or for any further HOW ideas, please contact info@aemv.org.

11 - Hamster Basics and Beyond with Dr. Colin McDermott

Join me and Dr. Colin McDermott - DVM, ABVP (Reptile and Amphibian Practice), CertAqV as we chat all about hamsters, including: * what should they eat? * how do I make them not eat me? * how hard are they to spay, anyways? * help!  the hamster is going bald  * what are diagnostics we can do on these little guys?

10 - Becoming a VTS Exotic Companion Animal with Ian Kanda, VTS Exotics

Do you think you have what it takes to become a board-certified Exotics Technician?  Do it! In this episode, we talk to Ian Kanda, VTS Exotics about the journey to become the best exotics veterinary technologist/technician (AKA veterinary nurse) possible.  We cover such topics as: * Help!  How do I get started? * Is there a test involved? * What skills and knowledge do I need in clinical practice?

09 - Euthanasia in Exotic Companion Mammals with Dr. Angela Lennox

Join us with Dr. Angela Lennox DVM, DABVP (Avian), ECM; DECZM (Small Mammal) with a conversation about the tough stuff - euthanasia.  We answer such questions as: * Can owners be present? (spoiler alert - YES) * What medications are typically used? * Does every patient require an IV catheter? * What do the AVMA Euthanasia Guidelines (2020) tell us? And more!