Listen "Irreplaceable Tails Ep. 3 – ER or Overreaction? Can You Spot a Real Pet Emergency?"
Episode Synopsis
How much does a C-section really cost? Is a male cat not peeing a life-threatening emergency? In this jam-packed episode of Irreplaceable Tails, hosts Dr. Gershon Alaluf and Mallory Dickinson, RVT are joined by Garth, a third-year vet student, for a fast-paced breakdown of urgent pet symptoms, common misconceptions, and real-world veterinary costs. From ER-or-overreaction games to strange pet behavior and vet bill roulette, this episode blends practical education with humor and honest truth bombs—because knowing when to panic (and how much it might cost) can make all the difference.🎧 What you'll discover:Why male cats who can’t pee need IMMEDIATE careWhat to expect cost-wise for X-rays, C-sections, and chocolate ingestionHow to tell if strange behavior is “what the fluff” or worth a vet callThe truth about butter, belly kicks, and pet insuranceWhen to communicate early—and why it saves money and lives👥 Who will love this episode:Pet owners dealing with health questions or weird behaviorFirst-time puppy or kitten parentsPeople confused by vet bills or panicked by symptomsVet students and professionals who want client education to stick🎬 Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro: Meet Garth, a third-year vet student 02:00 – ER or Overreaction: butter, blocked cats, belly sneezes 08:00 – Indoor zoomies, chocolate ingestion, allergy flare-ups 12:00 – Vet Bill Roulette: X-rays, C-sections & emergency costs 18:00 – What the Fluff?! Why dogs kick, cats zoom, and goldfish remember 20:00 – Coming soon: Allergies, fleas & the dermatology deep dive🔔 Stay Connected:Like this video if you learned something new!Drop your pet questions or stories in the comments below.Subscribe & hit the bell icon for updates. Irreplaceable Tails: Because every pet's story matters.🎧 Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms. 📸 Follow us: @Pacific.Lens.Studios 📥 Contact: [email protected]. 4#IrreplaceableTails #VetAdvice #PetEmergencies
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