The Power of Mentorship

Posted on Thu 22 August 2024 in update • Tagged with interviews, podcast, The Veterinary Optimist, mentorship

Mentorship: A Deep Dive with Dr. Kelly Cairns

In the enduring field of veterinary medicine, mentorship stands as a critical pillar of support, and inspiration. In a recent episode of The Veterinary Optimist podcast, Dr. Kelly Cairns, Vice President of Medical Excellence and Education at Thrive Pet Healthcare, shares her …


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So You're a Vet... Now What? Ep 226: Building Confidence and Leadership Skills as a New Veterinarian

Posted on Mon 29 July 2024 in update • Tagged with interviews, podcast, So You're a Vet... Now What?, leadership, mentorship, veterinary education

On episode 226 of So You're a Vet... Now What?, host Dr. Moriah McCauley talks with Dr. Kelly Cairns, a board-certified small animal internal medicine specialist, about the journey from nervous veterinary student to confident veterinarian and leader.

Dr. Cairns shares what she has learned about helping new graduates thrive …


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Understanding and addressing dog anxiety

Posted on Wed 15 May 2024 in news • Tagged with interviews, Texas Public Radio, dogs, behavior

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In this live interview on "The Source," Dr. Kelly Cairns, a veteran in veterinary medicine and current Vice President of Medical Excellence and Education at Thrive Pet Healthcare, will share her expertise on dog anxiety. With years of experience in both clinical settings and education, Dr. Cairns brings a wealth …


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The VetMed Mind - Success Stories and Lessons Learned

Posted on Fri 03 May 2024 in update • Tagged with interviews, podcast, The VetMed Mind, leadership

In this episode of the VetMed Mind, Dr. Kelly Cairns, Shawn McVey, & Rachel Teichberg discuss her journey in veterinary medicine that led her to a leadership role at Thrive Pet Healthcare.

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Feline Diabetes

Posted on Wed 17 April 2024 in update • Tagged with interviews, podcast, 19 Cats and Counting, cats, internal medicine, diabetes, prevention, wellness

Oshi Cairns

Dr. Kelly Cairns joins Rita and Linda to talk about cats and diabetes. This podcast dives deep into the world of feline diabetes with our resident expert, Dr. Kelly Cairns. Feline diabetes is a surprisingly common condition, affecting roughly 1 in 500 cats, often triggered by factors like obesity. Cats …


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Pet food revolution: Fresh ingredients and human grade standards on the rise

Posted on Wed 17 April 2024 in news • Tagged with interviews, FOX 32 Chicago, dogs, nutrition

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Discover how dedicated pet parents are redefining mealtime despite rising food costs in FOX 32’s Special Report. Scott Schneider explores Chicago’s first Just Food for Dogs store in Lincoln Park, revealing how fresh, human-grade ingredients are setting new standards in pet nutrition. From the allure of ancestral diets …


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Is it safe for pets to eat cicadas?

Posted on Thu 28 March 2024 in news • Tagged with interviews, CBS Chicago, dogs, pet safety

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The imminent emergence of cicada broods in Illinois may pose potential risks to pets. See the full article on CBS Chicago


Why is My Cat So Hungry?

Posted on Thu 21 March 2024 in update • Tagged with interviews, podcast, 19 Cats and Counting, cats, internal medicine, wellness

Oshi Cairns

Dr. Kelly Cairns joins Rita and Linda to talk about cats and appetite. Some common questions we hear from cat parents, and we sometimes ask ourselves: Why is my cat hungry all the time? My cat seems hungry but refuses his food, why? Am I feeding my cat too much …


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