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Pets and Babies: Preparing for a Safe Coexistence

Pets and Babies: Preparing for a Safe Coexistence

Mar 24, 2026 | Dog Training, Canine Behaviour, Loving Pets, Paws and Effect Podcast, Pet Ownership

In this episode of the Paws and Effect Podcast, Dr Carra chats to dog trainer and educator Dominika Knossalla-Pado about pets and babies and the realities of introducing them to family dogs. Thinking your dog will instantly become your baby’s best friend? Think again!...
Managing Pet Behaviour: Biting, Barking & Bad Tempers

Managing Pet Behaviour: Biting, Barking & Bad Tempers

Jan 20, 2026 | Canine Behaviour, Dog Training, Loving Pets, Paws and Effect Podcast, Pet Ownership

Ever wondered why your lovable dog barks at the gate, ignores your calls, or suddenly acts out? In this episode of the Paws and Effect Podcast, Dr Carra welcomes the inspiring Dr Aileen Pypers, BVSc, veterinarian, behaviour consultant, and owner of Pets at Play...
Top Pet Trauma and Accident Risks (and How to Prevent Them)

Top Pet Trauma and Accident Risks (and How to Prevent Them)

Jan 2, 2026 | Pet Ownership, Animal Welfare, Canine Behaviour, Cat Care, Emergency Veterinary Services, General Veterinary Care, Paws and Effect Podcast, Pet Surgery

In this episode of the Paws and Effect Podcast, Dr Carra welcomes back Dr Nic Stirk, much-loved local vet. Together they bring a wealth of practical advice and real-life stories straight from the veterinary floor around the subject of top pet trauma and accident...
Secrets to Puppy School Success with Tammy Da Silva

Secrets to Puppy School Success with Tammy Da Silva

Nov 11, 2025 | Dog Training, Canine Behaviour, Paws and Effect Podcast, Pet Ownership, Puppies

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...
Why is my Dog Vomiting? A vets no nonsense guide

Why is my Dog Vomiting? A vets no nonsense guide

May 20, 2025 | General Veterinary Care, Canine Behaviour, Emergency Veterinary Services, Paws and Effect Podcast, Pet Ownership, Veterinary Practice

Hold your nose and grab the mop! In this episode of the Paws & Effect Podcast, we’re diving nose-first into the wonderful (and occasionally whiffy) world of dog vomiting! Why is my Dog Vomiting? is a candid and entertaining chat between Dr Carra and Dr Emma Brown,...
When Care Feels Safe: Stress Free Vet Visits

When Care Feels Safe: Stress Free Vet Visits

Apr 16, 2025 | Paws and Effect Podcast, Canine Behaviour, Cat Care, General Veterinary Care, Loving Pets, Pet Care, Pet Ownership, Veterinary Practice

In this episode of the Paws and Effect podcast we welcome the amazing Dr Sarah Cortright, a Fear Free Certified Veterinarian and Medical Director at Underdog Community Project in Los Angeles. Based in sunny Southern California, Dr Cortright is on a mission to...
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