Veterinary Podcast by the VetGurus

Veterinary Podcast by the VetGurus


110: Nip and Tuck

November 21, 2019

News

* At least 11 elephants died trying to save a calf that plunged into a waterfall* Early neutering of bitches increases incontinence risk* Police investigating man videoed stoning a wombat* Melting Arctic sea ice linked to emergence of deadly virus in marine mammals

Main Topic: Cosmetic procedures in Birds

Nail trims, beak trim and wing clips - we have all heard about these procedures, and probably performed them many times. What are the indications for doing these minor procedures? What reasons are there to refuse to perform them at a client's request? Listen in to hear Mark and Brendan's thoughts on this topic.

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