Tripawds Podcast Episode #131: We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Nancy Kay back to the show for an important discussion about animal welfare and the hard decisions pet owners face about amputation for their four legged friends.
Dr. Kay is one of the first voices who taught us how important it is to advocate for our pets. So if you’ve ever walked into a vet clinic feeling overwhelmed or unsure what questions to ask, you’ll love this episode!
- Know what to think about when your vet recommends amputation for your pet.
- Get practical tips, real-world examples, and a gentle reminder that it’s okay to slow down, ask questions, and trust your gut when making veterinary care decisions.
- Plus, Dr. Kay shares how you can gently help educate middle-grade kids about puppy mills, through her brand-new book, A Dog Named 647. This middle-grade story gently tackles the tough truth about puppy mills through an age-appropriate story that kids can’t put down.
Tripawd Talk #131: Animal Welfare and Amputation with Dr. Nancy Kay
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About Dr. Nancy Kay
Dr. Nancy Kay is a board-certified small-animal internist who graduated from the Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine and trained at the UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine.
A recipient of the Hill’s Animal Welfare and Humane Ethics Award and the Leo Bustad Companion Animal Veterinarian of the Year Award, she’s known for empowering pet owners to advocate for their animals—work reflected in her Amazon-bestselling Speaking for Spot (featured twice on NPR’s Fresh Air) and Your Dog’s Best Health: A Dozen Reasonable Things to Expect From Your Vet.
She continues that mission in her award-winning weekly Substack, “Speaking for Spot,” and in her newest book, A Dog Named 647—a middle-grade adventure introducing kids to the realities of puppy mills—releasing September 20, 2025. Her clinical background and advocacy focus make her a clear voice on amputation decisions, pain management, and ethical animal care.
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Books:
- A Dog Named 647
- Speaking for Spot
- Your Dog’s Best Health
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