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Choose People Love Pets: The Veterinary Culture Podcast

Phoebe Valdez and Brianna Armstrong, DVM
Veterinary Medicine
Psychological Safety
Leadership
Leadership In Veterinary Medicine
Entrepreneurship
Mentorship
Veterinary Education
Growth Syndrome
Technician Utilization
Hiring
Vet Prep
Open Door Policy
Modern Animal
Ownership Of Veterinary Hospitals
Imposter Syndrome
Conflict Management
Lap Of Love Veterinary Hospice
Mental Health
Conflict Resolution
Arista Advanced Pet Care

"Choose People Love Pets" is a podcast dedicated to exploring the powerful intersection where passion for animals meets the art of leading with a people-first mindset and intentionality. Join us as we delve into the heart of veterinary medicine, discovering how prioritizing both the well-being of our furry friends and the humans who care for them can transform the landscape of culture and leadersh... more

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Latest Episodes

Hospital ownership can sound like the natural next step in a veterinary career, but ownership isn’t a promotion. It’s a completely different job.

In this first solo episode, Dr. Brianna Armstrong breaks down three questions to ask yourself before de... more

Being a nice leader sounds like a good thing. Until being nice means avoiding the conversations your team actually needs you to have.

When leaders avoid accountability because they don’t want to hurt someone’s feelings, create conflict, or be disli... more

Modern Animal’s acquisition by Chewy has become one of the most significant and debated developments in veterinary medicine.In this episode, Dr. Christie Long joins Dr. Brianna Armstrong to share her unconventional journey from software and operation... more

What happens when the career you love is no longer sustainable?

After decades of building a thriving mixed animal practice, Dr. Christine Staten found herself facing chronic pain that forced her to rethink what the next chapter of veterinary medici... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Christie Long
Veterinarian, founder and chief medical officer of Modern Animal
Modern Animal
Episode: Inside the Modern Animal & Chewy Deal with Dr. Christie Long
Christine Staten
Owner of a mature two-location practice; founder of the Veterinary MBA; national speaker; retreat host; and mentor to practice owners
Veterinary MBA / Private practice
Episode: What Successful Practice Owners Do Differently | Dr. Christine Staten (Veterinary MBA)
Dr. Dani McVety
Veterinarian, entrepreneur, co-founder of Lap of Love Veterinary Hospice
Lap of Love Veterinary Hospice
Episode: Building a Career That Matters with Dr. Dani McVety
Dr. Eleanor Green
Dean and education innovator in veterinary medicine
Former Dean, Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine; Founding Dean, Lyon College Veterinary School
Episode: Building Future-Ready Veterinarians: Inside the Mind of Dr. Eleanor Green
Dr. Lucette Beall
Veterinarian, entrepreneur, author
Episode: How to Stop Self-Sabotage and Build Real Resilience with Dr. Lucette Beall
Christien Bolden
Veterinarian and host of More Than a Dogtor podcast
Episode: More Than a “DOGTOR” with Dr. Christien Bolden: Authenticity, Failure, and Finding Your Path in Veterinary Medicine
Gary Marshall
Practice owner, longtime leader in organized veterinary medicine
Cat-focused veterinary practice owner; AVMA VP (former) and AVMF board member
Episode: Staying Relevant & Saying Yes with Dr. Gary Marshall
Dr. Kelly Cooper
Leadership coach and consultant, founder of Reality Vet
Reality Vet Coaching and Consulting
Episode: When You Realize You’re Not the Leader You Want to Be: Leadership Coaching with Dr. Kelly Cooper
Dr. Natalie Marks
Veterinarian, former hospital owner, CEO of the Veterinary Angel Network
Veterinary Angel Network (VANE)
Episode: The Intentional Yes: How to Build Your Best Life with Dr. Natalie Marks

Hosts

Dr. Brianna Armstrong
Host of the show with veterinary leadership experience and hospital ownership.
Phoebe Valdez
Co-host and hospital manager with roles in hospital leadership.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 28 ratings
  • Amazing!!!

    As a person in the veterinary industry, I think THIS is super important! Changing the way leaders & team members look/act in this industry is a game changer! I wanna be you guys’s best friend ❤️ Amazing job ladies ❤️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    alysattt
    United States2 years ago

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Thoughtful discussions on culture and leadership in veterinary settings.
Guest lineup emphasizes mentorship and people-first culture.
Practical, experience-based guidance for practice owners and managers.

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Building Future-Ready Veterinarians: Inside the Mind of Dr. Eleanor Green
Q: How do you approach building buy-in when taking over a new college, and what does your listening-focused strategy look like?
Her approach centers on studying the program, listening to everyone, building an open voice culture, and using broad input to guide decisions while being transparent about when she needs to adjust course.
Building Future-Ready Veterinarians: Inside the Mind of Dr. Eleanor Green
Q: What kind of things were you seeing needed when you stepped into leadership roles?
Dr. Green highlights a focus on treating people well, building a positive culture, and aligning leadership with service to others, which she believes are the foundations for effective change in large organizations.
Turning Veterinarians into Business Owners With Dr. Jennifer Welser
Q: How did your career path lead you to the Arista ownership model?
A mix of stepping into leadership opportunities, recognizing the need for veterinarians to have ownership and agency, and meeting the right people in private equity and CitiVet who believed in translating CitiVet's shared ownership concept to specialty and emergency care.
From Vet Student to Venture Builder with Dr. Ira Gordon
Q: How did you go from idea to product and eventually grow Vet Prep into multiple offerings?
The team started in the final year of vet school, converting their study plan into a content development plan, building most of the initial content themselves, and then expanding into courses for veterinary technicians and other fields. Word-of-mouth and a focus on quality allowed organic growth, even with little marketing know-how. They also navigated technical launch challenges like server capacity as user numbers grew.
From Vet Student to Venture Builder with Dr. Ira Gordon
Q: But what was it about that time in your life in vet school that gave you the clarity to say, 'I'm going to start this company' and pursue this path?
He explains he was initially focused on surviving veterinary school and stumbled upon a problem with board exam prep that felt unfair, which sparked the idea to build Vet Prep. A key motivator was seeing that medical students had online resources, while veterinary students did not, and realizing no one else was solving it. This combination of personal frustration and a practical need led to taking action with partners.

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A show focused on leadership, culture, and people-first practices within veterinary medicine. Across episodes, listeners hear from practitioners, owners, educators, and coaches who discuss building healthy teams, scaling clinics, mentoring the next generation, and navigating burnout, succession, and organizational change. Notable strengths include practical frameworks for hiring for culture, psychological safety, and supportive leadership; a strong emphasis on humane, people-centered care for both staff and patients; and guest profiles that span clinic owners, educators, and industry leaders. This mix likely appeals to current and aspiring practice owners, managers, and veterinarians seeking actionable, human-centered strategies to improve ... more

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1. Dr. Christie Long
2. Christine Staten
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4. Dr. Eleanor Green
5. Dr. Lucette Beall
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8. Dr. Kelly Cooper

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