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Pet Diets: Are Prescription Pet Foods a Cure or a Crutch?

Pet Diets: Are Prescription Pet Foods a Cure or a Crutch?

Sep 17, 2025 | Pet Nutrition, General Veterinary Care, Paws and Effect Podcast, Pet Care, Pet Obesity

In this episode of the Paws & Effect Podcast, Dr Carra chats to like to Dr Tilana Botha, BVSc, Veterinary Advisor at Royal Canin South Africa. They explore the somewhat controversial topic of pet diets and specifically, prescription diets for pets. Discover the...
Pet Search and Rescue: Pet Detectives on the Scent

Pet Search and Rescue: Pet Detectives on the Scent

Sep 10, 2025 | Working Dogs, Animal Welfare, Emergency Veterinary Services, General Veterinary Care, Paws and Effect Podcast, Pet Care

In this episode of the Paws and Effect podcast we journey into the incredible world of pet search and rescue. Dr Carra welcomes passionate Diane Mac Intosh, founder of Healthy Hound SA and expert scent detection trainer. Diane lifts the lid on her one-of-a-kind career...
Empathy in Practice: The Relief Vets Guide to Connection

Empathy in Practice: The Relief Vets Guide to Connection

Sep 3, 2025 | Veterinary Practice, Community Vets, Emergency Veterinary Services, General Veterinary Care, Paws and Effect Podcast, Veterinary Rehabilitation

Ever wondered what it’s like to be a veterinary nomad, bringing fresh perspectives and expert care to every clinic you enter? In this episode of the Paws and Effect podcast, Dr Carra chats to the inspiring Dr Joshua Rosen, DVM, relief veterinarian, thought leader, and...
Unlock Affordable Pet Care

Unlock Affordable Pet Care

Aug 26, 2025 | Pet Care, Cat Care, General Veterinary Care, Paws and Effect Podcast, Pet Ownership

Ready to rethink how you care for your pets? Unlock affordable pet care in this episode of the Paws and Effect podcast. Dr Carra welcomes Heather Moore, Founder & CEO of PetCentric Health. Heather brings a wave of innovation to the animal healthcare world, drawing...
Lumps on Pets – When to Worry

Lumps on Pets – When to Worry

Aug 6, 2025 | Pet Care, General Veterinary Care, Paws and Effect Podcast, Pet Diseases, Senior Pets

Lumps on pets can be alarming, whether they appear suddenly or have been quietly growing unnoticed. In this episode of the Paws and Effect Podcast, Dr Lauren Myles, Veterinary Surgeon at Hillcrest Veterinary Hospital, helps pet owners understand what to look out for —...
Specialist’s Guide to Vet Workups: What Tests Mean & Why They Matter

Specialist’s Guide to Vet Workups: What Tests Mean & Why They Matter

Jul 22, 2025 | Veterinary Practice, General Veterinary Care, Paws and Effect Podcast, Pet Ownership

Ever wondered what really happens when your vet suggests a workup for your pet? In this episode of the Paws & Effect Podcast, Vet Workups Explained, Dr Carra chats to the brilliant Dr Nicole Fein, DVM, DACVIM, all the way from California. As a board-certified...
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