Ep 53: Upholding The Veterinary Oath

What do you know about upholding the veterinarian oath? To help you unpack that loaded question, the vets have invited a very special guest, Dr. Jen Frederico. Dr. Jen is not just a doctor, but she has also newly arrived at diplomat status in the American college of animal welfare. And unlike the cocktail of the week, this episode will discuss all the hard-hitting topics and where an animal welfare expert thinks they sit on the line of the veterinary oath.

A Closer Look at the Episode:

• [3:45] How Dr. Jen found her way into animal welfare

• [5:00] Understanding animal welfare

• [6:39] The five freedoms as it relates to shelter medicine

• [10:29] Reducing fear and anxiety in animals

• [12:35] Dr. Jen’s thoughts on Tiger King

• [13:33] The ethics of roadside zoos

• [14:35] The future of factory farming

• [19:30] Dr. Jen’s thoughts on irresponsible dog breeding and puppy mills

• [22:17] Lightning round on hot topics that may or may not be breaking the veterinary oath

Episode Cocktail: The Broken Oath

• 1.5 oz Mezcal

• 0.75 oz Sherry

• 0.75 oz Sweet Vermouth

• 0.5 oz Coffee Liqueur

• 2 dashes of Bitters