Ask the Vet

Dr. Ann Hohenhaus interviews Rachel Herman, Founder and Executive Director of PAWS NY. This organization is dedicated to supporting vulnerable New Yorkers and their pets, preserving the human-animal bond during challenging times. Tune in as they discuss:What is the mission of PAWS NY?Rachel's inspiration to establish this organizationHow PAWS NY helps New Yorkers having difficulty caring for their pets due to illness, disability, mobility limitations, and finances, among other issuesThe poign...

Dr. Ann Hohenhaus interviews Dr. Monica Murphy, a veterinarian and co-author of "Our Kindred Creatures: How Americans Came to Feel the Way They Do About Animals" — a fascinating book that looks at how America’s attitudes toward animals were transformed in the late 19th century. Tune in as they discuss:Why Dr. Murphy found this particular time period intriguingThe effectiveness of Henry Bergh, founder of the ASPCA, in advocating for animalsThe impact the book "Black Beauty" had on animal welfa...

Dr. Ann Hohenhaus interviews Dr. Scott Weese, a leading expert in veterinary infectious diseases and creator of the must-read Worms & Germs blog. Tune in as they discuss:Insights into the mystery respiratory disease from 2023The impact of social media and lifestyle trends on the perception of pet healthHow the social network of dogs influences the spread of diseaseThe tragic situations that can arise if pets don’t receive vaccinations on time or at allEmerging challenges and threats that ...

Dr. Ann Hohenhaus interviews Dr. Kwane Stewart, a veterinarian who provides free veterinary care to the pets of people experiencing homelessness through his nonprofit, Project Street Vet. Dr. Stewart was named CNN’s 2023 Hero of the Year for his outstanding efforts. Tune in as they discuss:What inspired Dr. Kwane Stewart to become a veterinarianThe origin of Project Street Vet and how the organization has evolvedCommon health problems of dogs living on the streets in CaliforniaThe rewards of ...

Dr. Ann Hohenhaus interviews Jamie Cohen, LCSW, AMC's new Veterinary Social Worker. Jamie brings more than a decade of experience in supporting trauma survivors and helping individuals and families navigate grief. At AMC, Jamie leads our Pet Loss Support Program and our Caregiver Support Group, offering both practical and emotional support to pet owners facing the loss or illness of their beloved animal companions.Tune in as they discuss:How Jamie came to work at the Schwarzman Animal Medical...

AMC's Dr. Ann Hohenhaus interviews Dr. Mikel Maria Delgado, a certified cat behavior consultant, animal behavior scientist, and author of the new book Play With Your Cat: The Essential Guide to Interactive Play for a Happier, Healthier Feline.Tune in as they discuss:Dr. Delgado's career path in feline behavior"Catios," and indoor vs. outdoor cat recommendationsCommon feline behavior issues, including litter box avoidance and inter-cat conflictCats' sense of smell and it's importance in their ...

Dr. Ann Hohenhaus interviews Florence L. Dickler, Professor and Author of “For Dog’s Sake,” a heartfelt story about Clea, an adorable dog rescued from a Moroccan village. Clea was also one of Dr. Hohenhaus' oncology patients at AMC. Tune in as they discuss:Why Florence wrote "For Dog's Sake" from the point of view of her dog CleaThe challenges of writing this bookHow Florence balanced information and facts with the emotional aspects of storytellingThe people who contributed to Clea's cancer c...

Dr. Ann Hohenhaus interviews Lisa A. Fortier, DVM, PhD, DACVS, a distinguished clinician, researcher, educator, and equine surgeon. Dr. Fortier is currently the Editor in Chief of the Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association (JAVMA) and the American Journal of Veterinary Research (AJVR). Tune in as they discuss:Why Dr. Fortier became a horse specialistThe fake journal problem causing researchers to lose their work, data, and writingDr. Fortier's goals for influencing veterinary ...

Dr. Ann Hohenhaus interviews Dr. Pamela Schwartz, Department Head of Surgery at the Schwarzman Animal Medical Center, to discuss how the new Denise and Michael Kellen Institute for Surgical Care is transforming patient care. Tune in as they discuss:A "virtual tour" of the new surgical institute at AMCThe cutting-edge technology now employed in the new operating roomsHow the ORs can connect with people around the worldWhy keeping dogs and cats separate helps in their recoveryPlans for clinical...

Dr. Ann Hohenhaus interviews Dr. Maggie O'Haire, a noted researcher in the field of human-animal interactions. Dr. O'Haire's work is paving the way for understanding how service dogs can make a tremendous difference in the lives of veterans suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder. Tune in as they discuss:How the Organization for Human-Animal Interaction Research and Education was namedDr. O'Haire's inspiration to study human-animal interactionsThe ways Dr. O'Haire persisted in studying ...