The Veterinary Project
A community of veterinary professionals inspired to live their best lives.
New Episodes Every Wednesday
Each week, Dr. Michael Bugg, DVM, and Dr. Jonathan Leicht, DVM, host conversations with a broad range of thought leaders, diving into topics like building resiliency and investing in our mental and financial health to creating hybrid veterinary careers or understanding the role technology can play in practices going forward.
We know you deal with gross patient situations daily, so that’s why you won’t find any stories about unblocking a cat on The Veterinary Project! ????

Latest Episodes
A Show About Nothing
As is the case in the veterinary world, a guest that we had lined up had to cancel last-minute...so like Jerry and George before them, Jonny and Mike lock in to a show about nothing! We've got some fun topics on the docket in this episode of randomness including: NHL...
Committed to Caring with Dr. Kwane Stewart, Founder of Project Street Vet
A graduate from the renowned Colorado State University Veterinary program, Dr. Kwane has been a California practicing vet for 22 years. He has worked in nearly every part of the profession - honing his clinical and business expertise. His journey started in ’97 as an...
What We’re Not Talking About in Vet Med with Dr. Katrina Purich and Dr. Natasha Kutryk
While we may not want to admit it at all times, as a profession there are plenty of things we still don't talk about, including perceived and real discrimination in the workplace. To discuss this topic and how we can make things better as a profession, we're welcoming...

WELCOME TO THE VETERINARY PROJECT, A COMMUNITY BUILT BY VETS FOR VETS AND VETERINARY PROFESSIONALS!
No matter the kind of veterinary work you do, you’ll find a place here! You’ll hear how others navigate the ups and downs and find their own groove. But most importantly, every conversation will remind you there’s a community of people who understand it all.
Jonathan and Mike have experienced the good, the tough, and the gross (anal glands anyone?). As they worked to build the best lives for themselves and their families, they found others who were eager to do the same. And one thing they heard over and over – “I had no idea anyone else was dealing with this!” And that’s when the idea for The Veterinary Project came to life.

Meet Your Hosts
We’re veterinarians but that’s just one of the many hats we wear. We’re entrepreneurs, speakers, podcasters, lifelong learners, family oriented, and two friends looking to help other veterinary professionals find purpose and create intentional lives in and out of the clinic.
We believe you can design a life you absolutely love, and The Veterinary Project is here to give you inspiration for that journey.