PET BLOG
Parvovirus: A Slow, Agonising Death for Unvaccinated Puppies
In this episode of the Paws and Effect Podcast, Dr Emma Brown from Hillcrest Vets joins Dr Carra in a discussion about the deadly disease, Parvovirus, a slow, agonising death for unvaccinated puppies. Dr Emma reveals the truth of the harsh realities of parvovirus,...
From Chaos to Calm: Fixing Your Dog’s Walking Behaviour
In this episode of the Paws and Effect Podcast, Dr Carra chats to the incredible Daniel Stewart, the Yoda of dog training from KZN Animal Training, on fixing your dog's walking behaviour. In this uproarious yet insightful episode, Daniel spills the beans on: How to...
Snakes of South Africa & Deadly Bites: Expert Advice with Nick Evans
In this episode of the Paws and Effect podcast, Dr Carra gets expert snake advice with Nick Evans, renowned for handling the deadliest of serpents. The two discuss: The spine-chilling reality of black mamba and spitting cobra encounters in South Africa. Life-saving...
Dog Bee Stings and Swarm Attacks: How to Protect Your Pet
In this episode of the Paws and Effect Podcast, Dr Carra and Dr Nicky Hogan discuss a topic that every pet owner should be aware of - bee stings and deadly swarm attacks in dogs. This is especially important during the summer months when bees are active, and our pets,...
The Ultimate Guide to Pet Export
This episode of the Paws and Effect Podcast give us the Ultimate Guide to Pet Export with Dr. Muhammed Moola, a seasoned veterinarian previously employed at Hillcrest Veterinary Hospital. Join Dr Carra and Dr Moola as they unravel the complexities of importing and...
Pancreatitis in Pets: From Subtle Signs to Serious Threat
In this episode of the Paws & Effect Podcast Dr Carra chats to Dr Pieter Hanekom from Hillcrest Veterinary Hospital explore the complexities and challenges of diagnosing and treating pancreatitis in our beloved pets. Listen in as Dr. Hanekom shares: The risks and...
Beyond the Myths: A Vet’s Mission to Educate & Empower
In this episode of the Paws and the Effect Podcast we jump into the world of pet care myths and truths with Dr Courtney Deer, DVM, an emergency veterinarian and self-published author from Arizona. Dr Deer’s expertise is evident as she debunks common pet care...
Balancing Vet School & Life: Taylin Pienaar’s Inspiring Journey
In this episode of the Paws & Effect Podcast, we thoughtfully consider the heart of veterinary studies, exploring essential topics for current and aspiring vets alike. Taylin’s story is one of resilience, compassion, and unwavering determination. Her insights...
2024 Vet Life Highlights: Best Advice from Our Top Episodes
In this episode of the Paws and Effect Podcast, Dr Carra revisits the standout moments from our 2024 episodes focused on the challenges and triumphs of veterinary life. From navigating burnout to building better vet-client relationships, this highlight reel is packed...
2024 Pet Behaviour Highlights: Top Tips & Insights
In this episode of the Paws and Effect Podcast, Dr Carra revisits the standout moments from our 2024 episodes on pet behaviour. This special roundup features the best advice and insights from experts like Daniel Stewart, Ross McNamara, and the legendary Dogfather,...