Episode 245 – The Animal X-Files 2: Sexual Reticence

How easily could you ask your veterinarian about your dog or cat’s sexual behavior or  some concern about your pet’s penis, vulva, or vagina? How easily could your veterinarian discuss such subjects with you?

Strange as it may seem to anyone with any knowledge of biology, many physicians still maintain an almost Victorian prudishness when it comes to addressing any topic related to the nether regions.  While no veterinarian who would adopt such an attitude would last 2 minutes in a farm animal setting, it’s may be surprisingly easy for companion animal practitioners to do so—unless their clients bring the subject up.