Tails of Truth: The Truth about Veterinary Medicine

Welcome to Tails of Truth, the podcast where holistic veterinarian Dr. Angie Krause and her co-host, veterinary nurse JoJo, bring you candid, light-hearted conversations about pet health, veterinary medicine, and everything in-between. Whether you're a pet parent or a veterinary professional, this is your judgment-free space for real answers, practical problem-solving, and the kind of grounded guidance that helps you advocate confidently for the animals you love. From integrative treatments and preventive care to hot-button topics, tough diagnoses, and the emotional reality of pet parenting, we cover it all with clinical expertise, empathy, open minds, and curiosity. This show takes the discussion beyond the exam room and elevates the way we care for animals. Make yourself a cup of tea and press play . This is the kind of exchange you'd want to have with a trusted friend who just happens to be a veterinarian. We're so glad you're here! </

Tails of Truth: The Truth about Veterinary Medicine is a health podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 71 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Unknown Host hosts Tails of Truth: The Truth about Veterinary Medicine, a health show with 71 episodes published.

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  Episode #72

  Our Confessions: Overdoses, Shame & Chaos

  Aug 21, 202637 min

  Tell Us What You Think Even veterinary professionals aren't immune to chaos and medical errors. In this episode, Dr. Angie and JoJo get vulnerable about the mistakes, emergencies, and shame spirals that happened with their own pets, including a medication dosing error, an unexpected ER visit after a dog ate a pot cookie, and a cat dental emergency that came with major sticker shock. They talk through what it actually feels like to mess up in an industry where you're expected to know better, why full mouth dental x-rays under anesthesia matter, how ASPCA Animal Poison Control works, and what to do if your dog may have eaten THC. Vulnerable, honest, and possibly even relatable. KEY TAKEAWAYS Even experienced veterinarians and vet techs can make dosing errors, and ASPCA Animal Poison Control is a resource available to any pet parent, not just veterinary professionals Full mouth dental x-rays under anesthesia can catch problems like tooth resorption that aren't visible without them Dog THC toxicity is rarely fatal but can cause serious discomfort, including body temperature swings, vomiting, and disorientation CBD may help counteract THC toxicity in dogs by displacing it from cannabinoid receptors Pet insurance (the hosts both use Lemonade) can reimburse emergency costs quickly Veterinary professionals can feel shame asking their own colleagues questions, the same way pet parents sometimes do Veterinary medicine is expensive even for veterinarians Medical errors happen to even the best veterinarians and vet staff Mistakes happen with pet parents. This is a judgement free zone for all of it SOUNDBITES "This is a scary episode." — JoJo "I immediately felt sheepish and small." — Dr. Angie "She's hella uncomfortable." — JoJo "You've gotta let yourself be human." — Dr. Angie "I think it makes us less judgmental, 'cause how can we judge?" — JoJo "I'm in metronidazole jail." — Dr. Angie Follow us on Instagram , Facebook , TikTok and YouTube Schedule your personalized one-on-one consultation with Dr. Angie Shop my favorite CBD . Please subscribe and review! xoxo Dr. Angie & JoJo

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  Episode #71

  Are Steroids Bad for Cats? What to Know

  Aug 14, 202625 min

  Tell Us What You Think Steroids get a bad reputation, especially among holistic pet parents, but Dr. Angie Krause and JoJo break down when cats actually need them and when it's okay to explore other options. They cover the difference between prednisone and prednisolone, the real risk of steroid-induced diabetes, budesonide as a gentler alternative, and how to safely taper a cat off long-term steroids. They also dig into steroids for IBD, asthma, and skin conditions, plus what the research does and doesn't say about steroids and cancer risk. They discuss benefits and risks and potential side effects. This conversation is for any cat parent who has felt nervous about starting their cat on steroids. Key Takeaways Prednisolone is generally preferred over prednisone for cats because some feline livers convert it less efficiently, though exact failure rates aren't well studied. Steroid-induced diabetes in cats is rare (Dr. Angie has seen it twice in 20 years) and, caught early, is often reversible. Diabetes risk is dose-dependent and shows up early, usually within the first few weeks, not after prolonged use. Budesonide stays local to the GI tract and doesn't carry the same systemic risk as prednisone/prednisolone. Cats tolerate steroids better than dogs, with fewer personality changes or physical side effects like muscle wasting. Steroids don't have to mean a lifelong commitment, but tapering, not cold-turkey stopping, is essential after long-term use to avoid adrenal crisis. Natural alternatives (diet, CBD, herbs, probiotics) work for maintenance situations but not during an active crisis like an asthma attack. Steroids can still be appropriate for cats with kidney disease depending on severity of their disease, and current evidence doesn't support steroids causing cancer. Soundbites "Cats often need steroids. They need steroids for asthma, for inflammatory bowel disease, for their allergic disease, for all kinds of things." — Dr. Angie "People in the holistic space really try to avoid steroids. They hear that word steroid and I feel like it's all out panic." — JoJo "The first thing I think of is please don't become diabetic. It's happened to me twice in 20 years, but it feels bad." — Dr. Angie "I know it can feel overwhelming to dose your cat a pill every day. Just know that this can be compounded into a formulation that works for you and your cat." — JoJo "If your cat has asthma and is struggling to breathe, steroids are the best thing... in crisis, it's not the time to think about any kind of alternative." — Dr. Angie Follow us on Instagram , Facebook , TikTok and YouTube Schedule your personalized one-on-one consultation with Dr. Angie Shop my favorite CBD . Please subscribe and review! xoxo Dr. Angie & JoJo

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  Episode #70

  Angry About The Cost of Veterinary Care? So Are We

  Aug 7, 202632 min

  Tell Us What You Think The veterinary industry is changing fast, and Dr. Angie Krause and veterinary nurse JoJo are not afraid to say how they feel about it. In this episode, they get honest about why pet care keeps getting more expensive, what corporate consolidation and mergers like MWI and Covetrus mean for your local vet clinic, and how brands like Chewy are reshaping the industry in severely impactful ways. It is a conversation about what is happening to veterinary professionals trying to stay independent and to pet parents trying to keep up, and what you can actually do about it. Key Takeaways Corporate and private equity ownership of US veterinary clinics jumped from 8 percent in 2011 to 50 percent in 2025 Vet costs have risen 60 percent since 2014, pushing pet insurance from optional to functionally necessary The proposed MWI Covetrus merger, under FTC investigation, would give one company control of 75 percent of veterinary supply distribution Chewy's $49.99 dollar telehealth consults can prescribe medication without a physical exam, straining the relationship between pet parents and their regular vet Some corporate wellness plan contracts continue billing pet parents after their pet has died Zoetis faces two lawsuits: one from shareholders over undisclosed product losses, one from an Oregon veterinary hospital alleging its VETSCAN Imagyst AI tool misdiagnosed a mass that turned out to be fatal cancer AI tools in note taking, radiology, and diagnostics are becoming standard, raising questions about how new veterinarians will learn to build differentials on their own Lifetime cost of pet ownership: 22,000 to 60,000 dollars for a dog, 20,000 to 47,000 dollars for a cat Dr. Angie and JoJo recommend pet insurance, filling prescriptions locally when possible, and supporting independently owned clinics Soundbites " I felt like, okay, it's up to us to evolve or die." — Dr. Angie "Like it's just contractual, it's not human." — JoJo "It definitely feels like a knife in the back." — Dr. Angie "I'm like Chewy is Voldemort." — JoJo "What I wanna say is try to get care at non corporate veterinary clinics." — Dr. Angie "I just want to really acknowledge that the industry is changing. You're not imagining that." — JoJo Follow us on Instagram , Facebook , TikTok and YouTube Schedule your personalized one-on-one consultation with Dr. Angie Shop my favorite CBD . Please subscribe and review! xoxo Dr. Angie & JoJo

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  Episode #69

  Which Pet Supplements Can You Actually Trust?

  Jul 31, 202625 min

  Tell Us What You Think In this episode of Tails of Truth, Dr. Angie Krause and veterinary nurse JoJo dig into the murky world of pet supplements: what's actually worth buying, what's marketing hype, and how pet parents can tell the difference. They talk through the emotional pull of supplement ads, including Dr. Angie's own impulse buy, why fear is such effective marketing, and why a page of five-star reviews doesn't mean a product works. The conversation covers what the NASC seal actually means, why CBD chews for pets can vary wildly in potency, and which supplements Dr. Angie actually trusts and stocks, including fish oil , probiotics , and Chinese herbs. They close with a simple gut check for choosing a supplement without falling down a research rabbit hole. Key Takeaways Fear is one of the most effective marketing tools in the pet supplement space. Ads leaning on "your senior pet could live longer" or reversing a scary diagnosis are designed to bypass rational decision-making. A high review count says nothing about whether a supplement is safe or effective. The NASC seal and a third-party certificate of analysis are real green flags, but neither guarantees a pet actually needs the product. Many supplements don't contain therapeutic doses of their active ingredients, partly because manufacturers balance dosing against palatability. CBD chews for pets can have inconsistent THC distribution between doses, even within the same bag. Fish oil is one of the most broadly useful supplements, supporting joint, skin, cognitive, heart, kidney, and anxiety-related health. Dogs and cats generally don't need a multivitamin if their diet is properly balanced. Probiotics need consistent long-term use to work, not a quick start right before antibiotics. A veterinary consult can save pet parents money by cutting an oversized supplement list down to what actually matters. Sound bites "Anyone can start a supplement company." — Dr. Angie "Fear is fantastic marketing." — JoJo "Fish oil is one of the most underrated supplements. I think that's helpful for almost any condition." — Dr. Angie "A consultation with you might save people money." — JoJo "My philosophy overall is if I have a good diet, I shouldn't need that many supplements." — Dr. Angie "What really irritates me is how then you'll have people come on and say, I thought I was gonna have to euthanize my dog, but then I started this supplement and now he's totally fine." — Dr. Angie Follow us on Instagram , Facebook , TikTok and YouTube Schedule your personalized one-on-one consultation with Dr. Angie Shop my favorite CBD . Please subscribe and review! xoxo Dr. Angie & JoJo

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  Episode #68

  Just Us, Talking Life & a Plan for JoJo's Anxious Dog

  Jul 24, 202626 min

  Tell Us What You Think In this episode of Tails of Truth, Dr. Angie and JoJo take a break from veterinary topics for an unscripted, personal catch up after two weeks apart. There's no agenda for this episode other than to give their listeners a peek into their lives. They talk through mutual, mostly unfounded worries about the podcast, chat dating and travels, and share real life updates including a health scare, a surprising pregnancy test twist, and a family court update. The conversation turns practical toward the end as Dr. Angie and JoJo map out, in real time, a sedation plan for JoJo's anxious dog, Sage, ahead of an upcoming vet visit. If your own pet turns into a different animal the moment you walk into a clinic, you'll find you're not alone in trying to figure out how to get veterinary care for your pet. Key Takeaways An unscripted personal catch up between Dr. Angie and JoJo after two weeks apart, including their mutual (unfounded) fears about firing/quitting each other. Dr. Angie shares a health update involving endometriosis and an ovarian health scare that turned out to be nothing. JoJo shares a startling positive pregnancy test tied to hormone shifts common in perimenopause/menopause. Real time planning for sedating JoJo's dog, Sage, who is fearful and reactive at the vet, including specific injection techniques used to reduce her stress. A reminder that vet staff have challenging pets too, and a fearful or reactive dog at the clinic is nothing to be embarrassed about. Sound Bites I have to admit JoJo like I've been really worried all week that you hate working here and you're gonna quit. — Dr. Angie This is where I feel like a jerk... I could do it and save everybody, but I also don't want to do it. — JoJo It doesn't really matter who you marry. It matters who you parent with. — Dr. Angie I've been worried all week that you're gonna fire me. — JoJo I feel like the labradoodle and the golden doodle, those are like soft choices. — Dr Angie If you don't subscribe, I'm gonna quit. — JoJo Remember, Meta doesn't love us. — Dr. Angie Follow us on Instagram , Facebook , TikTok and YouTube Schedule your personalized one-on-one consultation with Dr. Angie Shop my favorite CBD . Please subscribe and review! xoxo Dr. Angie & JoJo

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