In The Vet's Office with Dr. Josie Horchak

This week, Dr. Josie Horchak makes a house call to Bobby Bones Show radio personality and podcast host Amy Brown for a heartfelt and hilarious episode. Amy opens up about her late parakeet, Chris Hemsworth, who may have met an untimely end due to scented incense. Dr. Josie weighs in and offers some clarity (and comfort) about birds’ sensitive respiratory systems. They also discuss a mysterious golf ball-sized lump on Amy's rescue dog Kara—could it be cancerous?—and the time Kara accidentally indulged in mushroom-infused chocolate and took the nap of a lifetime. Plus, Dr. Josie delivers a serious warning about cats and clothes dryers after hearing about Amy's cat Maggie’s recent obsession with curling up inside. In her Case of the Week, Dr. Josie tells the incredible true story of Valerie the dachshund, who disappeared on Kangaroo Island and was found over a year later—healthy and possibly raised by dingos. Finally, don’t miss this week’s Paw & Order segment, where Dr. Josie shares essential pet care reminders, including why age isn’t a reason to skip necessary procedures, and the importance of sunscreen for your sun-loving, hairless-bellied pups. This episode is packed with real-life pet drama, laugh-out-loud moments, and lifesaving advice every animal lover needs. 🐾See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on In The Vet’s Office, Dr. Josie Horchak is joined by board-certified veterinary surgeon Dr. Marta Agrodnia for an unforgettable deep dive into some of the most intense cases in her surgical career. From removing a 12-pound tumor from a Labrador’s chest that was crushing his esophagus, to diagnosing a football-sized adrenal tumor in a 170-pound bloated Great Dane—Dr. Agrodnia shares how both dogs went on to beat cancer. They discuss the most common surgeries she performs, including Tibial Plateau Leveling Osteotomy (TPLO), the canine equivalent of ACL surgery. You’ll also hear about cutting-edge treatments for arthritis like Synovetin joint injections, and complex soft tissue surgeries involving mast cell tumors and soft tissue sarcomas. Dr. Agrodnia also shares a rare and fascinating case involving a monkey with a cancerous arm mass, and the surprising similarities between monkey and human blood supply that made the procedure especially challenging. Throughout the conversation, Dr. Horchak and Dr. Agrodnia explore the emotional realities of veterinary care—including how they respond to the question they hear so often: “What would you do if this was your pet?” This episode is packed with insight, heart, and extraordinary stories that will forever change the way you see the vet’s office.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of In The Vet’s Office, Dr. Josie Horchak welcomes back fan-favorite guest Nikki Varva, expert dog trainer and founder of Always Training K9s. Together, they take a deep dive into the often misunderstood world of canine anxiety, exploring not just how it shows up—from subtle cues to more serious behavioral issues—but also what you can do to help. Josie and Nikki discuss practical strategies including crate training, tethering, and setting healthy boundaries, all of which can support a dog’s ability to self-soothe and feel secure. They also unpack common indicators of stress that may surprise even experienced pet parents, and share tools for managing separation anxiety with compassion and consistency. Whether you're raising a new puppy or supporting an anxious adult dog, this episode is full of real-world advice and actionable tips to help your canine companion find calm in a chaotic world. Don’t miss this insightful and heartwarming conversation! 🐾See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today in the vet’s office, Dr. Josie Horchak welcomes her longtime friend and vet school classmate, Dr. Daniela Korec, a veterinary oncologist with a deep passion for helping pets and their people navigate the cancer journey. From the most common types of cancer in pets to the misconceptions around prevention, Daniela and Josie dive into it all — including the hot-button topic of using ivermectin and supplements as treatments. Dr. Korec breaks down how chemotherapy for pets differs from human treatment (hint: most pets tolerate it surprisingly well!) and even shares which dog breeds lose their hair and how it grows back differently. Plus, she gives her unfiltered take on what *not* to do as a pet owner in the oncology office — like trusting breeders over licensed vets. It’s an honest, informative, and eye-opening episode every pet parent should hear.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of In The Vet’s Office, Dr. Josie is joined by K9 & SWAT Officer Steve Holland (@righteoustactics) for a gripping conversation about life on the front lines—with dogs by his side. Steve shares how he got started as a K9 Officer and eventually made his way onto a local SWAT team, training and working with his loyal companions: Duke, Alpha, and Chaos. From intense takedowns to emotional moments in the field, Steve reveals the wildest stories he’s experienced with his K9s and the deep bond he has shared with them. Dr. Josie also digs into the health and training challenges these elite dogs face and what it takes to keep them sharp, safe, and healthy on and off duty. *Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE for more behind-the-scenes pet stories and expert vet advice!* 🔔 *New episodes every week!* #Veterinarian #PetCare #K9Unit #SWAT #PoliceDogs #Dogs #WorkingDogs #VetLife #AnimalLovers #Nashville #Podcast #DogTraining #DrJosieHorchakSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of In The Vet's Office, Dr. Josie is joined by Morgan Huelsman, otherwise known as Morgan Number 2 from The Bobby Bones Show. Morgan brings her dog, Remi, and her cat, Hazel to the studio. Dr. Josie starts the episode with a crazy story about a cat that got lost in Yosemite National Park and traveled almost one thousand miles to make it home. Morgan then talks all about her pets including how Remi has become a therapy animal, and how they have even helped weed out men while dating. Morgan tells the story of how one of the guys she was dating used Remi's toothpaste to brush his teeth. Dr. Josie then discusses why you shouldn't give your pets pills without anything on them. And why you definitely shouldn't go looking for a pet on Craigslist. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of In The Vet's Office, Dr. Josie is joined by Lap of Love co-founder, Dr. Mary Gardner. Dr. Josie and Dr. Mary discuss what owners can expect when taking care of pets with a terminal illness. And how our senior pets deserve the same quality of care as our young ones. Dr. Mary and Dr. Josie weigh the pros and cons of focusing on keeping our pets comfortable versus pursuing treatment with our sick pets. They then dive into all the different ways that we can assess quality of life and determine when it's the right time to euthanize. They explain what owners can expect during the euthanasia appointment. Lastly, they discuss different resources and support groups for owners that are grieving the loss of a pet.  Follow Dr. Josie HERE Follow Lap of Love HERE Leave a question/voicemail for Dr. Josie: HERESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of In The Vet’s Office, Dr. Josie sits down with fellow veterinarian, Dr. Isabella. They start the episode with a funny Case of the Week and answer listener questions like, “When should I start feeding my pet senior food?” Then they dive into ALL things allergies in our pets. From diagnosing the different kinds of allergies to the various ways they can be managed long term, Dr. Josie and Dr. Isabella dig into every single detail to help you navigate caring for your pets with allergies. Last but not least, they end the episode with Paw & Order where they discuss three things they would never do with their own pets as veterinarians.  Follow Dr. Josie HERE Leave a question/voicemail for Dr. Josie: HERESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on In the Vet's Office, Dr. Josie dives into an unbelievable case of the week—a gravity-defying cat who fell 12 stories and survived. Then, the OG of social media pets, Doug the Pug, stops by with his mom Leslie and his adorable sister, Dory. From his rise to stardom to his 18 million adoring followers, Doug’s story is nothing short of legendary. Dr. Josie asks Leslie questions people are dying to know, including: Does Doug have a morning or bedtime routine? Do Doug and Dory sleep in the bed? Who's more likely to poop in the house? Dr. Josie wraps up the episode with Paw and Order for Brachycephalic breeds (Smoosh-faced breeds). Follow Dr. Josie HERE Follow Doug HERE  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of In The Vet's Office, Dr. Josie sits down with highly acclaimed dog trainer, Nikki Varva. They start with a sad, but common case of the week. They then answer some listener questions like why the heck is my puppy humping everything?! Nikki then tells Dr. Josie what owners should be looking for and what are some red flags when choosing a trainer for their pets. They discuss some of the most common behavioral issues in pets like separation anxiety (especially after Covid), leash reactivity, & situational anxiety. Nikki talks about how owners are often enabling their pets and that boundaries are your biggest friend when training your animals. Dr. Josie quizzes Nikki on some of the most common breeds seen at the clinic. The episode wraps up with PAW & ORDER in which Dr. Josie and Nikki discuss the cons of bell training, walking on a harness, and free feeding your pets. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is the final episode of Season 1 of In The Vet's Office with Dr. Josie and it's all about puppies! In this week’s Case of the Week segment, Dr. Josie shares a story about a puppy who was born with a rare condition where it was born with both female and male parts, so she details her treatment plan. Caroline Hobby, podcast host of Get Real with Caroline Hobby, joins the podcast with her 3-month-old puppy, Ruby, to ask all of the questions as if she's at her first vet appointment with her new puppy. Dr. Josie shares advice on potty training, how much to feed your puppy, the importance of crate training, and so much more. Dr. Josie wraps up the episode with PAW & ORDER where she details things she’d never do with a puppy, including going to the dog park and feeding them adult dog food. We will be back soon with Season 2 of the podcast, so stay tuned! If you liked this episode, please leave a rating & subscribe! Follow Dr. Josie @drjosievet Follow Caroline Hobby: @CaroHobby Leave a question/voicemail for Dr. Josie: HERESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of In The Vet’s Office, board-certified veterinary nutritionist Dr. Valerie Parker joins Dr. Josie for an in-depth conversation about what to feed your pets. They tackle the hot topics – grain free diets, prescription diets, and the biggest mistakes pet parents are making on the pet food aisle. They also discuss whether a homemade/raw diet is better than traditional kibble – you may be surprised at the answer! Dr. Josie debunks the myth that veterinarians get kickbacks to sell you specific food brands. In the intro to the interview, Dr. Josie shares her "Case of the Week" – a man who brought his dog in for having ‘cancerous bumps’ all over its belly which turned out to be something ENTIRELY different. After the interview, Dr. Josie and Shannon wrap up the episode with PAW & ORDER where Dr. Josie details things she’d never do with her own pets including NOT getting your dog’s anal glands expressed unless they truly need it! If you liked this episode, please leave a rating & subscribe! Follow Dr. Josie @drjosievet Follow Shannon Ella @shannonella_ Leave a question/voicemail for Dr. Josie: HERE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of In The Vet’s Office, Pet Psychic Carrie Kenady joins Dr. Josie and her two rescue dogs Biggie & Saya. As an animal psychic medium, Carrie claims she has the ability to connect with all animals, including those who have crossed over. She shares their favorite memories and unique details only owners can validate. Carrie does a reading in real time of Dr. Josie’s dogs Biggie & Saya and even connects with her Great Dane Luca that passed away a few years ago! Ahead of the interview, Dr. Josie sits down with her co-host, Shannon Ella, to dive into her dog Saya’s backstory. When she rescued Saya from Mexico she didn’t realize she brought home a lot more than one dog – Saya was pregnant! Dr. Josie also takes listener calls and gives advice to a listener who lets his cat roam around outside unattended. After the interview, Dr. Josie and Shannon wrap up the episode with PAW & ORDER where Dr. Josie details things she’d never do with her own pets including trimming their nails without having a demo by an expert prior. If you liked this episode, please leave a rating & subscribe! Follow Dr. Josie @drjosievet Follow Shannon Ella @shannonella_ Follow Carrie Kenady @petpsychic Leave a question/voicemail for Dr. Josie: HERESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.