Frisco Emergency Pet Care Podcast
Welcome to the Frisco Emergency Pet Care Podcast!
It's your trusted source for expert insight into emergency veterinary medicine. Hosted by Dr. Mike LoSasso, Chief of Staff at Frisco Emergency Pet Care, this podcast delivers essential information to help protect the health and safety of your dogs and cats.
Serving North Dallas with 24/7 emergency and critical care, the team at Frisco Emergency Pet Care is here when every second counts. Each episode offers practical guidance, professional expertise, and reassurance for pet owners navigating urgent situations.
To learn more about Frisco Emergency Pet Care visit:
https://www.FriscoEmergencyPetCare.com
Frisco Emergency Pet Care
11201 Preston Road
Frisco, Texas 75033
469-287-6767
Episodes
17 episodes
From “Tom Cat” Blockages to Incontinence: Why Urinary Problems Turn Critical Fast
A cat that strains in the litter box and leaves nothing behind is not “being weird” that can be a clock-starting emergency. Julie Schwenzer and Dr. Mike LoSasso from Frisco Emergency Pet Care...
Recognizing Heart Trouble Early: Understanding Congestive Heart Failure in Dogs and Cats
A pet can live with a heart murmur for years and still look totally fine, right up until breathing becomes an emergency. We walk through what congestive heart failure really is in dogs and ca...
The Senior Pet Mistakes That Lead to Emergencies
Your dog didn’t wake up “old” overnight and your cat isn’t “just slowing down.” Aging is a life stage, not a diagnosis, but it can quietly stack the odds toward arthritis pain, kidney disease, cancer, and heart trouble. We talk through what cou...
Microchipping Matters: Protecting Pets the Smart Way
Your pet’s microchip can scan perfectly and still leave us with no way to reach you. That gap shows up in the worst moments: a dog bolts after fireworks, a gate fails during a storm, or a cat...
Hot Weather, High Risk: How to Keep Your Dog Safe from Heat Stroke
Heat stroke is one of those emergencies where “we’ll watch them for a bit” can turn into heartbreak. Dr. Mike LoSasso from Frisco Emergency Pe...
When a Good Samaritan Saves the Day: What Happens Next at the Vet
You spot a dog on the roadside or a cat limping through a parking lot and your instincts kick in fast. But once you decide to help, a new set of questions hits just as quickly: Where do you take them, what happens next, and could you be on the ...
Learning How Animal Abuse Can Warn Of Domestic Violence
A hurt dog or cat can be more than a medical emergency. Sometimes it is the first visible sign that something dangerous is happening at home. Dr. Mike LoSasso, Chief of Staff at Frisco Emergency ...
Saying Goodbye With Care: Helping Kids And Parents Through Pet Euthanasia
The hardest part of loving a pet is realizing you may have to choose their last day. We sit down with Dr. Mike LoSasso, Chief of Staff at Frisco Emergency Pet Care, to talk plainly about
Inside Dog And Cat Bites: Risks, Treatment, And Prevention
What Are Common Animal Bites You Have Treated?A quiet puncture on your dog’s side can look harmless while muscle and vessels are torn beneath the skin. We take you inside real bite ...
An Emergency Vet Explains The Dangers Of Invisible Fences
What Are Some Ramifications Of Using An Invisible Fence?A neat yard line that no one can see sounds perfect—until a rabbit bolts, a car appears, and your dog decides instinct matters more than a mild zap. We dig into the real risk...
Choosing The Right Pet: Breed Myths, Training Truths, And Real-Life Vet Advice
What Are Some Of The Most Common Mismatches Of Owners And Breeds?Ever fallen for a dog’s looks and learned the hard way that your life wasn’t built for that breed? We’ve seen the aftermath in the ER, and we’re pulling back the cur...
Dr. LoSasso: The Tough Truth About Certain Dog Breeds
In Your Experience As A Veterinarian, What Dog Breeds Do You Recommend Avoiding? Thinking about bringing home a Frenchie, Bulldog, Cavalier, or a high-drive working breed? We unpack the medical realities behind the cutest faces an...
Pet Poisoning 101: Foods, Plants, And Meds That Harm
What Are The Signs Of Poisoning From Household Products? Household comfort can hide real danger for dogs and cats, and the biggest risks are often the ones we overlook. We sat down with Dr. Mike LoSasso, Chief of Staff at
Bloat: Understanding Canine GDV, Risks, and Life-Saving Treatment
How Is Bloat Treated And Why Is It Life-threatening? A dog that keeps trying to vomit but brings nothing up is flashing a red siren. We dive straight into gastric dilatation and volvulus—better known as
Inside Emergency Vet Care: How We Prioritize When Every Second Counts
How Do Veterinarians Prioritize Cases When Multiple Emergencies Arrive At Once?When minutes matter, who gets seen first at a pet ER—and why? We open the doors on emergency triage