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Unleash the Fun: Dog Training Secrets with Maggie Marshall

Unleash the Fun: Dog Training Secrets with Maggie Marshall

Apr 1, 2025 | Dog Training, Canine Behaviour, Loving Pets, Paws and Effect Podcast, Pet Ownership

In this episode of the Paws and Effect podcast, Dr Carra explores dog training secrets with Maggie Marshall, an ace dog trainer from the USA with 16 years’ experience. Maggie joins Dr Carra from across the globe to spill the beans (or should we say biscuits?) on how...
Short-Snout Dogs: The Cost of Cuteness

Short-Snout Dogs: The Cost of Cuteness

Mar 25, 2025 | Breeding, General Veterinary Care, Paws and Effect Podcast, Pet Care, Pet Ownership, Puppies

In this episode of the Paws and Effect Podcast, Dr Carra chats about the fascinating world of short snout dogs (brachycephalic) with Dr. Inke Helm, Veterinary Surgeon at Hillcrest Vets. With her extensive experience and expertise, Dr. Helm unveils the truth behind...
From Community Service Challenges to Private Practice Success: A Vet’s Tale

From Community Service Challenges to Private Practice Success: A Vet’s Tale

Mar 18, 2025 | Paws and Effect Podcast, Community Vets, General Veterinary Care, Veterinary Practice

In this episode of the Paws and Effect Podcast, Dr Carra unfolds the incredible journey of Dr Caitlyn Rossenrode, a dedicated veterinarian advancing from community service to thriving in private practice at Watercrest Vets. With a steadfast passion for animal care and...
Is Your Dog’s Ear Problem More Than Just an Itch?

Is Your Dog’s Ear Problem More Than Just an Itch?

Mar 11, 2025 | Paws and Effect Podcast, General Veterinary Care, Pet Care, Pet Ownership

In this episode of the Paws and Effect Podcast, Dr Carra is joined by Dr Pieter Hanekom, Head Veterinarian at Hillcrest Vets, to share expert advice on dog ear infections. In this episode, you’ll learn: ⁠ ⁠The mystery behind otitis: What does it mean for your pet? ⁠...
The Superpower of ADHD Veterinarians

The Superpower of ADHD Veterinarians

Mar 4, 2025 | Paws and Effect Podcast, General Veterinary Care, Veterinary Practice

In this episode of the Paws and Effect Podcast, Dr Carra welcomes Dr Simon Dommett, an innovative veterinarian who’s turning heads with his insightful perspectives on vets with ADHD. In this episode, Dr Dommett reveals: ⁠ ⁠The surprising strengths of ADHD that can be...
Parvovirus: A Slow, Agonising Death for Unvaccinated Puppies

Parvovirus: A Slow, Agonising Death for Unvaccinated Puppies

Feb 18, 2025 | Pet Diseases, General Veterinary Care, Paws and Effect Podcast, Pet Care, Puppies

In this episode of the Paws and Effect Podcast, Dr Emma Brown from Hillcrest Vets joins Dr Carra in a discussion about the deadly disease, Parvovirus, a slow, agonising death for unvaccinated puppies. Dr Emma reveals the truth of the harsh realities of parvovirus,...
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