Unhinged and On Call

Would You Rather? Vet Med Edition with Dr. Chelsea and Trish Dr. Chelsea (veterinarian) and Trish (registered vet tech) host a chaotic, kid-inspired “Would You Rather?” game mixing veterinary and everyday dilemmas, and suggest adding the segment to future guest interviews while inviting listeners to share their own questions. They debate choices such as anal glands on the face vs being peed on, being trapped with a nervous Great Da...

Vitamin E in Horses: Deficiency Signs, Testing Targets, and Why Liquid Supplementation Matters Dr. Chelsea and vet tech Trish deliver an educational PSA on equine vitamin E, emphasizing that many horses—especially in dry regions like Colorado without lush pasture—are at risk because vitamin E is unstable and largely lost from sun-cured hay. They discuss testing differences (Cornell HPLC targets 300–600 µg/dL; higher targets like 60...

From Journalism to Racetracks: Dr. Ashley Hamilton’s Unfiltered Equine Vet Stories

Hosts Dr. Chelsea and vet tech Trish welcome equine racetrack veterinarian Dr. Ashley Hamilton, an old internship friend, who now works with a large practice across Florida, New York (Saratoga), and Kentucky. Ashley explains she didn’t initially plan on veterinary medicine, starting college in journalism, majoring in Spanish, and nearly deferring vet...

Spicy Cats, House Calls, and a Flying Feral: Vet Tech Liz Brockhouse on Unpredictable Feline Chaos

Dr. Chelsea and vet tech Trish welcome guest Liz Brockhouse, an Illinois vet tech who moved from equine interests into small animal practice, advanced from receptionist to practice manager, and now works remotely as a special projects manager for a corporation supporting 300+ practices; she encourages vet med professionals to explore ...

Horse Rehab, Cross-Country Chaos, and Florida Night Spiders with Ashley Carr.  Dr. Chelsea and vet tech Trish introduce Ashley Carr, a longtime horse rider and eventer who pursued vet medicine at CSU, worked as an equine ambulatory tech and later in surgery/anesthesia, then stepped away to focus on producing and rehabbing horses. Ashley discusses how her surgical background helps her rehab cases like kissing spine and other chronic...

From ER Chaos to Fossil Diving: Natalie Pedraja’s Vet Med Journey and Mental Health Advocacy.

Hosts Dr. Chelsea and vet tech Trish welcome licensed vet tech Natalie Pedraja of Virginia, who shares her 17-year path in veterinary medicine, from shadowing as a teen and vet science classes to emergency practice, tech school, and leadership roles. She recounts difficult workplaces, including being terminated for discussing wages, intens...

Horse Hauling to Florida, Freak Weather, and a Last-Minute Dressage Test Surprise Dr. Chelsea and vet tech Trish share a horse-focused episode shaped by unusual Colorado warmth and concerns about low snowpack and fire season. Chelsea recounts hauling a group of horses 2,700 miles to Florida with minimal issues, then facing extreme cold, wind, frozen water lines, and a living-quarters heater failure during overnight stops, forcing d...

Guest: Rachel Harris- Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA), Owner of A Good Feeling Dog Training

Join Dr. Chelsea and Trish as they welcome Rachel Harris, a certified professional positive reinforcement dog trainer with 14 years of experience specializing in reactive and aggressive dog behavior. From her humble beginnings with Sonny, a terrified pit bull who became an agility champion, to wild adventures wit...

Love Triangles and On-Call Chaos with Equine Vet Dr. Holly McMinn Hosts Dr. Chelsea and vet tech Trish welcome equine veterinarian Dr. Holly McMinn from Lebanon Equine in Ohio. Dr. McMinn shares her non-traditional path into veterinary medicine: growing up in California, leaving a training barn, shadowing an equine vet, gaining hands-on skills as an assistant at West Coast Equine, completing her undergrad at Cal Lutheran, and atten...

Vet Med Adventures with Arantxa Lasa: From Argentina to Anesthesia. In this episode of 'Unhinged and On-Call,' Dr. Chelsea and Trish are joined by Arantxa, an LVT and recent VTS in anesthesia from the University of Tennessee. The hosts discuss her incredible international experiences in veterinary medicine, from spay-neuter trips in Mexico to working at the Belize Zoo and volunteer work in Argentina. They dive deep into the unique ...

Veterinary Adventures & Everyday Mishaps In this episode of Unhinged and On-Call, Dr. Chelsea and Trish, a vet tech, share wild stories from the world of veterinary medicine, adventures at the National Western Stock Show in Denver, and personal anecdotes about fish tanks, rodeo outings, and even backing into a neighbor's car. They touch on the challenges of fish ownership, the intricacies of dental issues post-braces, and the l...

Unhinged and On Call: Stephen Niño Cital's Veterinary Journey In this episode of Unhinged and On Call, hosts Dr. Chelsea and Trish welcome a special guest, Stephen Niño Cital, a highly credentialed veterinary technician specializing in anesthesia, pain management, and cannabinoid medicine. Stephen shares his impressive career trajectory, from his multiple certifications to his work at Stanford University and Remedy Veterinary Speci...

Pioneering Veterinary Surgery and Wild Adventures with Dr. Dean Hendrickson In this episode of 'Unhinged and on Call,' veterinary professionals Dr. Chelsea and Trish are joined by Dr. Dean Hendrickson, a professor of surgery at CSU and a trailblazer in minimally invasive veterinary procedures. Dr. Hendrickson shares his groundbreaking work in equine surgery, innovative teaching methods, and thrilling stories from his veterinary mis...

Unhinged and on Call: Holiday Madness and Theme Park Adventures In this holiday special episode of 'Unhinged and on Call,' Dr. Chelsea and Trish catch up on the chaotic holiday season. From Dr. Chelsea's high-performance anxiety starting in October to hilarious and heartwarming stories about family traditions and festivities, the duo shares their experiences. They delve into last-minute theme park trips, including Harry Potter worl...

Unhinged and On-Call: Outrageous Vet Stories from AAEP In this episode of Unhinged and On-Call, Dr. Chelsea and vet tech Trish share four rapid-fire stories straight from the National Equine Practitioners Convention (AAEP) in Denver. The episode features hilarious and shocking tales, including a persistent client hitting on a vet, a midnight emergency surgery, a vet student’s nightmare trip to Hawaii, and attempts to combat plumber...

Tales of the Muffin Lady and Briar Horse Collections On this episode of 'Unhinged and on Call,' join Dr. Chelsea and Trish as they dive into their craziest veterinary and personal life stories. We kick off with Trish recounting the bizarre encounters with the notorious 'muffin lady,' a quirky regular from her days in the restaurant industry who later reappears in her veterinary career. The discussion then transitions to exploring t...

Finding Passion in Chaos: Emergency Vet Medicine and Unpredictable Journeys In this episode of 'Unhinged and on Call,' Dr. Chelsea and Trish introduce their good friend, Cyrus Kunze, an emergency veterinary technician. Cyrus shares his journey from veterinary medicine to cybersecurity and back, discussing his experiences with burnout, various roles in veterinary practices, and the challenges of balancing financial stability with a ...

Veterinary Mayhem and Unexpected Lessons In this episode of 'Unhinged and on Call,' host Dr. Chelsea and vet tech Trish welcome back Dr. Hannah Klein, their first repeat guest. The trio dives into unexpected challenges in veterinary medicine, focusing on rare and complex cases involving animals like goats and calves. They discuss everything from the frustration of chicken feed causing health issues in goats to the shocking moments ...

Unhinged and On Call: Equine Madness with the Double D's. Join Dr. Chelsea and Trish as they dive into the chaotic world of veterinary medicine with guests Dr. Diana Stolba and Dr. Diane Rhodes from Loomis Basin Equine Medical Center. From handling late-night emergencies to navigating the quirks of memorable clients, this episode offers an unfiltered look at the life of equine veterinarians. Plus, get a behind-the-scenes glimpse in...