In our first episode, Heide sits down to have a conversation with Dr. Gursky, the hero vet for the 5150 farm and rescue. They discuss his daily routine as a veterinarian and the challenges of balancing work and family. He shares his childhood aspirations and how he eventually pursued a career in veterinary medicine. Dr. Gursky also talks about his family's military background and the role models who influenced him. He discusses how he copes with the loss of animals and the importance of providing compassionate care. Additionally, he shares his hobbies and downtime, as well as his experience working with different animals and his favorite dog breed. The conversation concludes with a discussion about his work with 5150 Farm and Rescue and the notoriety he has gained in the community.

Takeaways

• Balancing work and family can be challenging, but having a clinic at home allows Dr. Gursky to spend time with his family while still providing veterinary care.
• Dr. Gursky's family has a strong military background, with his grandfather and father serving in World War II.
• Dr. Gursky's compassion for animals is evident in his approach to euthanasia, where he does not charge for the service and ensures it is done with dignity.
• Dr. Gursky treats a wide range of animals, including horses, cattle, goats, pigs, sheep, chickens, exotic birds, rabbits, and guinea pigs.

Chapters

00:00Introduction and Daily Routine

02:09Balancing Work and Family

03:07Childhood Aspirations and Career Path

04:45Choosing Veterinary School

05:24Alternative Career Choice

06:24Family Military Background

07:22Role Models and Family Influence

08:22Coping with Loss

10:17Hobbies and Downtime

11:14What Sets the Veterinarian Apart

12:32Range of Animals Treated

14:04Favorite Dog Breed

15:00Working Dogs and Border Collies

19:24Dealing with Loss

22:27Rescue Pig and Notoriety

23:20Working with 5150 Farm and Rescue