PET BLOG
Who is Dr Carra
Welcome to this special episode of the Paws & Effect Podcast where the hosts have a special treat for you in "Who is Dr Carra". Dr Carra, who usually hosts the show, steps into the guest seat for the very first time. Listen in as they turn the tables and get to...
Dental Disease in Pets : Your Pet’s Dental Care.
In this episode of the Paws and Effect podcast, Dr Carra chats with Dr Nic Stirk from Watercrest Vets, who shares his expertise on dental disease in pets and maintaining your pet's dental hygiene. They explore why a multi-modal approach is vital, along with...
Overfeeding Pets: Are You Unintentionally Harming Your Pet with Overfeeding?
In this episode of the Paws and Effect Podcast, Dr Carra continues the discussion of overfeeding pets. Joining her is Sr Kat from Hillcrest Veterinary Hospital. The two focus on best practices for feeding, the importance of exercise, and the often overlooked aspect of...
Overweight Pets: Overeating Concern for Pets?
Do you have overweight pets? Building on the previous "greedy pets" episode about the alarming statistics, causes and concerns of overeating in pets, Dr. Carra explores practical strategies to help your pets maintain a healthy diet. Dr. Carra covers everything from...
Greedy Pets: Physiological vs Psychological hunger?
Do you have greedy pets? In this episode, Dr. Carra offers insights into identifying overeating in pets, distinguishing between physiological and psychological hunger, and understanding the factors contributing to this worrying trend. She also chats about practical...
Seizures and Epilepsy in Pets: Insights and Management
In this episode of Dr Carra's Paws and Effect podcast, Dr Carra and one of our favourite guests, Dr Pieter Hanekom from Hillcrest Veterinary Hospital, delve into the challenges of managing seizures and epilepsy in pets. Seizures can be a frightening experience for...
The How, What and Why of Pet Nutrition
In this episode of the Paws and Effect podcast, Dr. Cara chats with the knowledgeable Dr. Nic Stirk about a topic that touches the lives of every pet owner - pet nutrition and responsible nutritional choices. Dr Nic is a staunch advocate for preventative care and goes...
The Making of a Vet: Dr. Caity’s story from the Practice to the Page
In this episode, The Making of a Vet, Dr Caity delves into her twin passions of story telling and animals, balancing both the pen and veterinary work. From the outset, these dual loves framed the story of her life, pulling her in seemingly opposite directions....
Emergency Management and Prevention of Blocked Bladders and Cystitis in Cats
In this episode, Dr. Carra and Dr Inke Helm discuss a serious and potentially fatal condition affecting our feline companions: blocked bladders and cystitis in cats, particularly our male cats. Urinary obstructions are quite common in male cats and can quickly turn...
Understanding Common Eye Conditions in Pets
In this episode Dr Carra chats to Dr Kate Edmonds, a vet with a keen interest in all things ocular, about understanding common eye conditions in pets. They dive into the delicate subject of our pets' eye health where you can learn about the signs and causes of eye...