About the show
IntroVETS is a veterinary podcast by introverts with high-functioning anxiety. The show was conceptualized in 2019 and launched in 2020 by co-hosts Lauren and JJ. Lauren, a veterinarian, and Jennifer, a Licensed Veterinary Technician in the state of Alabama, have over 40 years of combined experience in the veterinary field. The podcast presents veterinary case studies in a fun and relatable way, along with various sidebars, interesting facts, and new research. The hosts talk frankly about anxiety and other mental health concerns, going to therapy, and related topics. There is (hopefully) a strong humor element, as well as some philosophizing and opinion sharing. There is also the occasional moderately naughty word, but we try to not use the big guns. It's not really a formal environment - it's more of a veterinary hang, and we'd love to see you there!
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Episodes
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Snackisode 5.5: They Mite Also
January 22nd, 2025 | 42 mins 20 secs
anxiety, dvm, introvert, introvets, vet, veterinarian, veterinary, veterinary technician
Lauren and JJ discuss feline demodicosis, a recent scam targeting veterinarians, and a recent human Rabies death in the US.
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They Mite
January 15th, 2025 | 1 hr 9 mins
anxiety, dvm, introvert, introvets, vet, veterinarian, veterinary, veterinary technician
Lauren and JJ welcome special guest Dr. Shelby Agnew to the podcast for our first "Ghosts of Christmas Past" episode!
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Snackisode 5.4: We're Not Playing Clue
January 8th, 2025 | 51 mins 51 secs
anxiety, dvm, introvert, introvets, vet, veterinarian, veterinary, veterinary technician
Lauren and JJ review what's in and what's out for veterinary medicine in 2025.
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Merry Freaking Christmas
December 25th, 2024 | 54 mins 13 secs
anxiety, dvm, introvert, introvets, vet, veterinarian, veterinary, veterinary technician
Lauren and JJ discuss the AVMA ELVES program, reindeer eye color changes, penguin couple updates, and Christmas movie recommendations.
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Snackisode 5.3: What a Cad!
December 18th, 2024 | 50 mins 23 secs
anxiety, dvm, introvert, introvets, vet, veterinarian, veterinary, veterinary technician
Lauren and JJ continue to investigate a case of coughing and respiratory distress in a dog patient. Part 2 of 2.
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We Can't Tell
December 11th, 2024 | 56 mins 14 secs
anxiety, dvm, introvert, introvets, vet, veterinarian, veterinary, veterinary technician
In this 2-part case, Lauren and JJ investigate a case of difficulty breathing and coughing in a dog patient.
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Snackisode 5.2: Jean Valjean
November 27th, 2024 | 1 hr 20 secs
anxiety, dvm, introvert, introvets, vet, veterinarian, veterinary, veterinary technician
Lauren and JJ continue to investigate a case of lethargy, inappetence, vomiting, and distended abdomen in a cat. Part 2 of 2.
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Don't Be Suspicious
November 20th, 2024 | 52 mins 9 secs
anxiety, dvm, introvert, introvets, vet, veterinarian, veterinary, veterinary technician
Lauren and JJ investigate a case of lethargy, inappetence, vomiting, and distended abdomen in a cat. Part 1 of 2.
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Snackisode 5.1: Outside the Udder
November 13th, 2024 | 39 mins 47 secs
anxiety, dvm, introvert, introvets, vet, veterinarian, veterinary, veterinary technician
Lauren and JJ discuss listeriosis, its impact on animals, and the implications for public health.
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Howloween Spooktacular 2024: Check Your Meat
October 30th, 2024 | 1 hr 15 mins
anxiety, dvm, introvert, introvets, vet, veterinarian, veterinary, veterinary technician
Lauren and JJ welcome veterinary neurologist Dr. Jill Narak to the podcast to discuss brain-eating and brain-hijacking (zombie!) diseases.
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Snackisode 4.15: Grandma Got Run Over by a Roomba
December 27th, 2023 | 44 mins 39 secs
anxiety, dvm, introvert, introvets, vet, veterinarian, veterinary, veterinary technician
Lauren and JJ wrap up season 4 of the podcast with holiday cheer, a pooptastrophe, and a few heartwarming animal stories.
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12 Days of Veterinary ER
December 20th, 2023 | 1 hr 19 mins
anxiety, dvm, introvert, introvets, vet, veterinarian, veterinary, veterinary technician
Lauren and JJ present the 12 days of Christmas, veterinary ER-style!
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Snackisode 4.14: Snap Decision
December 13th, 2023 | 42 mins 51 secs
anxiety, dvm, introvert, introvets, vet, veterinarian, veterinary, veterinary technician
Lauren and JJ answer listener mail: What can managers do to improve morale and staff cohesion without stepping on toes? How can an employee let her boss know that their clinic's dress code policies are outdated and that it's negatively impacting the hiring process?
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Channeling Sofia
December 6th, 2023 | 1 hr 5 mins
anxiety, dvm, introvert, introvets, vet, veterinarian, veterinary, veterinary technician
Lauren and JJ discuss emotional regulation and distress tolerance skills, plus make plans for the holiday episode!
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Snackisode 4.13: Safety Dance
November 29th, 2023 | 34 mins 34 secs
anxiety, dvm, introvert, introvets, vet, veterinarian, veterinary, veterinary technician
Lauren and JJ answer listener mail: When is it appropriate to cry while attending a patient's euthanasia? How can you cope with the uneducated veterinary opinions of friends and family members?
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Dealer's Choice
November 22nd, 2023 | 1 hr 17 mins
anxiety, dvm, introvert, introvets, vet, veterinarian, veterinary, veterinary technician
Lauren and JJ investigate a case of vomiting and bloody diarrhea in a dog.