Lauren S. Grider Veterinarian and Certified Compassion Fatigue Professional

06/08/2026

I recently had the honor of delivering the keynote session at the American Association of Veterinary Medical Colleges’ VetEd conference in Madison, WI: Navigating Neurodiversity in Veterinary Education.

04/26/2026

Venomous Snake Safety Training for landowners and agencies will be held April 30, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. in Evergreen, Alabama. This program covers identification, safety equipment, bite protocol, and handling techniques for Alabama’s native venomous snakes. 🐍🌿🦺

🔗Register here:
https://au-academics.my.salesforce-sites.com/pmtx/evt__SiteEventDetail?id=a1RUg000001OpIX

03/24/2026

Participants will learn to:
✅ Use simple, effective communication strategies
✅ Set boundaries and advocate for needs
✅ Use personal values to guide choices and behaviors
✅ Mange anxiety about practicing assertiveness
✅ Respond to negative feedback in helpful ways
Group info:
⏰Spring 2026 Group: Saturdays at 1 PM, April 18 - May 23
❓Open to adults aged 19 years and up
💲Total cost for six-week group: $125
⬇️ Discounts available for students, healthcare workers, and caregivers
📞 Email [email protected] to sign up!

03/21/2026

In the Huntsville area today, temps will be in the 80s. Many people don’t realize that the first very warm day of spring is when heat stroke risk goes up tremendously in dogs. I know it is a beautiful day outside, but please do not take your beloved pet that is used to an air-conditioned household outside and exercise them in the heat of the day today! Heat stroke is deadly.

07/09/2025

In episode 5.8, Lauren and JJ investigate a case of chronic coughing in a dog.

05/15/2025

In today’s episode, Lauren and JJ talk about rabies in human organ transplant recipients and the spectrum of care in veterinary medicine.

12/11/2024

In this week’s episode, Lauren and JJ investigate a case of respiratory distress and coughing in a dog. Part 1 of 2.

11/28/2024

Happy Thanksgiving! 🦃

In this week’s episode, Lauren and JJ cover part 2 of the case of Benny the cat!

10/31/2024

In the first episode of season five, Lauren and JJ welcome neurologist Dr. Jill Narak back to the podcast to discuss one of her special interests: zombies! Listen to the 2024 Howloween Spooktacular now on your favorite podcasting platform!

10/19/2024

Spending the weekend at the VetSouth conference, learning all the veterinary ophthalmology things!