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How to Choose a Good Cattery for Your Cat When You Go Away

How to Choose a Good Cattery for Your Cat When You Go Away

Dec 2, 2025 | Cat Care, Kittens, Loving Pets, Paws and Effect Podcast, Pet Care, Pet Ownership, Senior Pets

In this episode of the Paws & Effect Podcast, Dr Carra chats to Sister Zoe from Hillcrest Veterinary Hospital, home of the Hillcrest Luxury Cattery. With her years of experience making feline holiday stays as comfortable and stress-free as possible, Sister Zoe...
Cat Flu and Chronic Snuffles: The Virus That Won’t Go Away!

Cat Flu and Chronic Snuffles: The Virus That Won’t Go Away!

May 6, 2025 | Cat Care, General Veterinary Care, Kittens, Loving Pets, Paws and Effect Podcast, Pet Care

In this episode of the Paws & Effect Podcast, Dr Carra welcomes Dr Dawn Robbie, a small animal practitioner from Scotland, to chat about cat flu and chronic snuffles. Not only is Dr Dawn a seasoned vet with years of experience in small animal practice, but she...
Life-Saving or Life-Changing? The Sterilisation Debate

Life-Saving or Life-Changing? The Sterilisation Debate

Apr 8, 2025 | Sterilising Pets, Breeding, General Veterinary Care, Kittens, Paws and Effect Podcast, Pet Care, Pet Healthcare, Pet Ownership, Puppies

In this episode of The Paws and Effect podcast, Dr Carra welcomes the brilliant Dr Courtney Deer, a veterinary surgeon with a passion for emergency and critical care to discuss sterilisation in pets. Her sharp insights and dynamic energy create a captivating episode...
Cats Are NOT Small Dogs: Expert Cat Behaviour Tips!

Cats Are NOT Small Dogs: Expert Cat Behaviour Tips!

Oct 22, 2024 | Cat Care, Kittens, Loving Pets, Paws and Effect Podcast, Pet Care, Pet Ownership

In this episode of the Paws & Effect Podcast we look into the unique world of cat behaviour. Dr Carra welcomes Dr Anuschka Smith, a renowned Behavioural Veterinarian, to demystify the complexities of feline behaviour. The two discuss expert cat behaviour tips:...
Making Vet Visits Easy for Your Cat

Making Vet Visits Easy for Your Cat

Sep 18, 2024 | Cat Care, Kittens, Loving Pets, Paws and Effect Podcast, Pet Care, Pet Ownership

In this episode of the Paws and Effect podcast Dr Carra welcomes Dr Simon Dommett, a Veterinary Partner at Midlands Veterinary Hospital in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. This Veterinary practice holds the distinction of being the first in Africa to achieve Gold...
Everything you Need to Know About Pet Pregnancy, Delivery and Lactation

Everything you Need to Know About Pet Pregnancy, Delivery and Lactation

Sep 3, 2024 | Breeding, Kittens, Paws and Effect Podcast, Pet Care, Pet Ownership, Pet Pregnancy, Pet Surgery, Puppies

In this episode of the Paws and Effect podcast, Dr Carra is joined by expert guest Dr Derisha Reddy. They explore crucial aspects of pregnancy in pets and give valuable insights for pet owners and enthusiasts. Highlights of the discussion include: Understanding...
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