May 19, 2026 | Birds as Pets, Exotic Pets, General Veterinary Care, Loving Pets, Paws and Effect Podcast, Pet Care, Pet Ownership
Are you thinking about bringing a companion bird into your home? In this episode of the Paws and Effect podcast, Dr Carra sits with avian expert Sophie Barnett (also known as Bird Nerd Sophie) to discuss what life with birds is REALLY like. From fascinating insights...
May 12, 2026 | Pet Ownership, Emergency Veterinary Services, Exotic Pets, General Veterinary Care, Loving Pets, Paws and Effect Podcast, Pet Care, Pet Snakes
How dangerous are snake bites for your pets? What should you really do if your dog or cat meets a snake? In this episode of the Paws and Effect podcast, Dr Carra and Dr Carla Evans have a wonderful and informative chat about the world of snake bites, busting myths,...
May 5, 2026 | Exotic Pets, General Veterinary Care, Paws and Effect Podcast, Pet Care, Pet Ownership, Pet Snakes
Ever wondered what it takes to keep a pet lizard happy, healthy, and thriving? Join Dr Carra for an exceptional and insightful conversation with Richard Boynton, the owner of Creatures and Critters, as we explore the vibrant and often misunderstood world of reptile...
Apr 21, 2026 | Being a Vet, Emergency Veterinary Services, General Veterinary Care, Paws and Effect Podcast, Pet Surgery, Veterinary Practice
In this episode of the Paws and Effect podcast, Dr Carra discovers the much-celebrated memoir, Unleashed by Dr Caitlin Venniker. The two chat about the realities behind the veterinary profession, balancing heartache, hope, and share plenty of laughs! Caity shares the...
Mar 31, 2026 | Alternative Treatments, Animal Welfare, General Veterinary Care, Holistic Healing, Paws and Effect Podcast, Pet Care, Pet Healthcare, Pet Ownership, Veterinary Practice, Veterinary Rehabilitation
In this episode of the Paws and Effect podcast, holistic veterinarian Dr. Emily Roth and Dr Carra discuss the world of integrative veterinary medicine, sharing how treatments like acupuncture, chiropractic care, Chinese herbs, and nutrition can revolutionise pet...
Mar 10, 2026 | Pet Surgery, Being a Vet, Emergency Veterinary Services, General Veterinary Care, Paws and Effect Podcast, Veterinary Practice
When the words “pet surgery” come up, pet owners often picture scary risks, high costs, and worst-case scenarios. But what REALLY happens when your pet needs an operation? In this episode of the Paws and Effect Podcast, Dr Emma Brown of Hillcrest Veterinary Hospital...