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Rescuing Africa’s Wildlife: Vet on the Front Lines

Rescuing Africa’s Wildlife: Vet on the Front Lines

Aug 13, 2025 | Wild Animals, Animal Welfare, Community Vets, Paws and Effect Podcast

In this episode of the Paws & Effect Podcast, Dr Carra chats to Dr Bart van der Veen, a Dutch wildlife and zoo veterinarian whose veterinary journey reads like a real-life adventure novel. He tells us about rescuing Africa’s wildlife: Step into Dr. Bart’s...
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 —...
Unlocking the Power of Pet Nutrition: Inside Integrative Vet Care

Unlocking the Power of Pet Nutrition: Inside Integrative Vet Care

Jul 29, 2025 | Pet Nutrition, Loving Pets, Paws and Effect Podcast, Pet Care, Pet Obesity, Pet Ownership

Gain knowledge and revolutionise your pet’s health from the inside out. In this episode of the Paws & Effect Podcast Dr Carra welcomes Dr Jeanette Bimonte, DVM, an integrative veterinarian practising in Tampa, Florida; in. a discussion about unlocking the power of...
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...
Israel Spruch founder of Crocoholics Conservation Centre

Israel Spruch founder of Crocoholics Conservation Centre

Jul 16, 2025 | Wild Animals, Animal Welfare, General Veterinary Care, Paws and Effect Podcast, Veterinary Rehabilitation

In this episode of the Paws & Effect Podcast, we’re delighted to welcome Israel Spruch founder of the Crocoholics Conservation Centre and passionate advocate for misunderstood creatures. Israel’s journey is anything but ordinary, he’s redefining what it means to...
Vet Intern Stories with Dr Cameron Stewart: Not Your Average Day at the Clinic

Vet Intern Stories with Dr Cameron Stewart: Not Your Average Day at the Clinic

Jul 8, 2025 | Veterinary Practice, Emergency Veterinary Services, General Veterinary Care, Paws and Effect Podcast, Pet Ownership

In this episode of the Paws & Effect Podcast, we talk vet intern stories with Dr Cameron Stewart, Tufts graduate, current intern, and fast-becoming one of the most relatable voices in veterinary medicine. Dr Cameron brings: A real-world look at what veterinary...
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