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2024 Vet Life Highlights: Best Advice from Our Top Episodes

2024 Vet Life Highlights: Best Advice from Our Top Episodes

Jan 2, 2025 | General Veterinary Care, Canine Behaviour, Dog Training, Loving Pets, Paws and Effect Podcast, Pet Care

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

2024 Pet Behaviour Highlights: Top Tips & Insights

Dec 28, 2024 | Paws and Effect Podcast, Canine Behaviour, Dog Training, Pet Ownership

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,...
The iPad Dog: Overstimulation and Its Impact on Your Dog’s Behaviour

The iPad Dog: Overstimulation and Its Impact on Your Dog’s Behaviour

Dec 3, 2024 | Dog Training, Canine Behaviour, Paws and Effect Podcast, Pet Care, Pet Ownership

In this compelling episode of The Paws & Effect Podcast, Dr. Carra welcomes Ross McNamara, a renowned canine trainer, to tackle a surprising yet critical topic: the link between overstimulation and behavioural issues in dogs. Just like overstimulated kids glued to...
Don’t Train Your Dog:- A New Parenting Approach

Don’t Train Your Dog:- A New Parenting Approach

Oct 2, 2024 | Dog Training, Canine Behaviour, Loving Pets, Paws and Effect Podcast, Pet Care, Pet Ownership

In this episode of the Paws and Effect Podcast, Dr Carra welcomes Angie Winters, renowned dog behaviourist and author of “Don’t Train Your Dog.” Angie has over 28 years of experience in transforming problematic behaviours into harmonious...
Managing Dogs Behaving (Very) Badly with The Dogfather

Managing Dogs Behaving (Very) Badly with The Dogfather

Aug 13, 2024 | Canine Behaviour, Dog Training, Paws and Effect Podcast, Pet Ownership

In this episode of the Paws and Effect Podcast, Dr. Carra meets the renowned “Dogfather,” Graeme Hall who is known for his exceptional skills in dog training and behaviour management, Graeme shares insights drawn from his vast experience and his popular...
Dog Bite Prevention: Managing Fear and Frustration

Dog Bite Prevention: Managing Fear and Frustration

Jun 28, 2024 | Canine Behaviour, Loving Pets, Paws and Effect Podcast, Pet Care, Pet Ownership, Puppies

In this episode of the Paws and Effect podcast, Dr. Carra is joined by special guest, Daniel Stewart, a popular animal behaviourist, to delve into the critical topic of dog bites, bite prevention and living safely with furry friends. They explore why dogs bite,...
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