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Balancing Vet School & Life: Taylin Pienaar’s Inspiring Journey

Balancing Vet School & Life: Taylin Pienaar’s Inspiring Journey

Jan 2, 2025 | General Veterinary Care, Paws and Effect Podcast, Pet Care, Veterinary Practice

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

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...
Advancing Pet Health with AI and Diagnostics in Veterinary Medicine

Advancing Pet Health with AI and Diagnostics in Veterinary Medicine

Dec 11, 2024 | General Veterinary Care, Paws and Effect Podcast, Pet Care, Pet Healthcare

In this episode of the Paws and Effect Podcast Dr Carra jumps into the fascinating world of artificial intelligence in veterinary practice with her special guest, Dr Paris Ryf from Zoetis, a global animal health company focused on innovation. Dr Paris is a...
Say Goodbye to Vet Waiting Rooms with Telemedicine

Say Goodbye to Vet Waiting Rooms with Telemedicine

Nov 26, 2024 | General Veterinary Care, Paws and Effect Podcast, Pet Care, Pet Ownership

On this episode of the Paws and Effect Podcast, Dr Alex Crow talks to us about the future of veterinary care through telemedicine. As a qualified small animal vet and a dynamic content creator, Dr Alex is currently leading the way in online pet consultations with The...
Top Tips You MUST Know for Your Pet’s Post-Procedure Care

Top Tips You MUST Know for Your Pet’s Post-Procedure Care

Nov 5, 2024 | Paws and Effect Podcast, Cat Care, General Veterinary Care, Pet Care, Pet Ownership, Pet Surgery

In this episode of the Paws and Effect podcast Dr Carra is joined by Sr Kat, a very experienced Veterinary Nurse from Hillcrest Veterinary Hospital. Sr Kat brings us valuable advice an top tips for post procedure pet care that could save your pet’s life....
Unveiling Tales of a Pet Vet: The Hilarious & Heart-Wrenching

Unveiling Tales of a Pet Vet: The Hilarious & Heart-Wrenching

Oct 16, 2024 | General Veterinary Care, Loving Pets, Paws and Effect Podcast, Pet Care

Join us, in this episode of the Paws and Effect Podcast, for an extraordinary journey into the world of house call veterinary services with the incredible Dr. Dawn Filos, DVM, a seasoned veterinary professional and published author of Tales of a Pet Vet. From...
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