Ologies with Alie Ward Smologies #5: VETERINARY BIOLOGY with Vernard Hodges & Terrence Ferguson
Nov 1, 2021
Vernard Hodges and Terrence Ferguson are seasoned veterinarians and co-owners of the Critter Fixers clinic, known for their charming presence on Nat Geo's "Critter Fixers: Country Vets." They share fascinating stories about caring for exotic pets, from spiders to camels. Listen in as they discuss the emotional rollercoaster of veterinary medicine, the importance of preventative care, and surprising insights on pet nutrition. They also reveal the weirdest things they've extracted from animals, providing both laughs and valuable pet care wisdom.
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Tarantula Patient
- Dr. Hodges once treated a tarantula that wasn't eating.
- The spider's enclosure was too small, so it didn't need to eat as much.
Camel in Georgia
- For Dr. Ferguson, the weirdest animal he treated in Georgia was a camel.
- Camels are not a common sight in Georgia.
Unconditional Dog Love
- Dogs may not know exactly how much we love them, but their love is unconditional.
- They greet us with the same excitement every time, regardless of our day.