Podcast: Tick-Borne Disease with Dr. Weese

To treat or not to treat? In this episode, host Beckie Mossor, RVT, connects with Clinician’s Brief Editor in Chief Scott Weese, DVM, DVSc, DACVIM, about his recent article, “Borrelia burgdorferi Seropositivity in a Clinically Normal Dog.” Dr. Weese shares his opinions on treatment for subclinical dogs that test positive for tick-borne illness, and he explores considerations for practitioners when deciding whether to treat these patients. Also addressed is education for clients on tick-borne disease, prevention, and how to prepare before traveling with their pets. In addition, Dr. Weese offers his thoughts on the biggest changes and myths surrounding tick-borne disease and prevention.

Resources discussed in this episode: 

• https://www.cliniciansbrief.com/article/borrelia-burgdorferi-seropositivity-clinically-normal-dog

• https://www.wormsandgermsblog.com/

• https://www.cdc.gov/ticks/index.html

• https://www.petsandticks.com/

Contact us:

• Podcast@briefmedia.com

Where to find us:

• Cliniciansbrief.com/podcasts

• Facebook.com/clinciansbrief

• Twitter: @cliniciansbrief

• Instagram: @clinicians.brief

The Team: 

• Beckie Mossor, RVT - Host

• Alexis Ussery - Producer & Digital Content Coordinator 

• Randall Stupka - Podcast Production & Sound Editing

• Michelle Munkres - Senior Director of Content

In this veterinary podcast, Beckie Mossor, RVT, hosts the authors of your favorite Clinician’s Brief articles to dig deeper and explore the conversations behind the content. This podcast offers a wide range of topics impacting clinical care of dogs and cats, from diagnosis and treatment information to client expectations and experience. Each podcast episode is full of practical education for every veterinarian and their team.