PET BLOG
Pet Food Hazards That Could Land Your Pet in the Emergency Room
In this festive episode of the Paws and Effect podcast these two deep-dive into holiday pet safety! Dr Nic Stirk, founder of Watercrest Vets, joins us again as we continue our festive season series. In this fun, insightful episode, Dr Stirk and Dr Carra unpack the...
Dogs and Heat: Why Your Dog Might Collapse This Holiday & How To Save Them
In this episode of the Paws and Effect podcast, we’re absolutely delighted to welcome back Dr Nic Stirk (BVSc), who joins Dr Carra for a discussion about heat and dogs and the signs of heatstroke that you can be aware of. Dr Stirk brings a wealth of know-how and...
Feline Behaviour with Tabitha Kucera
This episode of the Paws and Effect Podcast discusses feline behaviour with Tabitha Kucera, RVT, CCBC, KPA-CTP, an acclaimed feline behaviour consultant, veterinary technician, and certified cat (and human!) whisperer! In this must-watch episode, Tabitha spills the...
How to Choose a Good Cattery for Your Cat When You Go Away
In this episode of the Paws & Effect Podcast, Dr Carra chats to Sister Zoe from Hillcrest Veterinary Hospital, home of the Hillcrest Luxury Cattery. With her years of experience making feline holiday stays as comfortable and stress-free as possible, Sister Zoe...
Beyond the Bite: Revolutionising Dental Care for Wild Animals
In this episode of the Paws and Effect podcast, Dr Carra meets with Dr Charles Dyer, Board-Certified Periodontist and President of the Dental Coalition for Conservation! The topic of conversation is revolutionising dental care for wild animals and the two dive into...
Vet Confessions & Pet Zoomies: Dr Nico du Preez Answers Your Funniest Questions
Ready for big belly laughs and real pet talk? In this episode of the Paws & Effect Podcast, Dr Carra brings you an irresistible dose of veterinary humour and heart as she welcomes the ever-entertaining Dr Nico du Preez (BVSc), the creator behind the beloved...
Secrets to Puppy School Success with Tammy Da Silva
Ready to raise a happy, well-behaved puppy? In this episode of the Paws & Effect Podcast Dr Carra discusses secrets to puppy school success with Tammy Da Silva, an expert in positive dog training and founder of Upper Highway Puppy Group. In this action-packed...
Your Guide to Pet First Aid and CPR: When Seconds Count
In this episode of the Paws and Effect podcast, Dr Carra had the privilege of having Jennifer Lyons, Veterinary Technician Specialist in Emergency and Critical Care (BTS), join from Utah for this adrenaline-packed episode about pet first aid and CPR. Jennifer shares...
The Vet Bros: From Gym Memes to Vet Dreams
Get ready for a candid, hilarious, and inspiring journey into the world of veterinary medicine with our special guests, the Vet Bros! In this episode of the Paws and Effect podcast, Dr Carra welcomes Malongo (veterinary graduate), Chris (final-year vet student), Tommy...
Itchy Pets? This Could be Why!
Is your dog doing the cha-cha on the carpet? Is your cat channeling its inner contortionist for a scratching session at 3am? Do you have itchy pets? You’re not alone! In this episode of the Paws & Effect Podcast, Dr Carra welcomes Dr. Amaury Briand,...










