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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...
The iPad Dog: Overstimulation and Its Impact on Your Dog’s Behaviour

The iPad Dog: Overstimulation and Its Impact on Your Dog’s Behaviour

Dec 3, 2024 | Dog Training, Canine Behaviour, Paws and Effect Podcast, Pet Care, Pet Ownership

In this compelling episode of The Paws & Effect Podcast, Dr. Carra welcomes Ross McNamara, a renowned canine trainer, to tackle a surprising yet critical topic: the link between overstimulation and behavioural issues in dogs. Just like overstimulated kids glued to...
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...
CBD and Veterinary Medicine: A Game-Changer for Pet Health?

CBD and Veterinary Medicine: A Game-Changer for Pet Health?

Nov 19, 2024 | Paws and Effect Podcast, Holistic Healing, Pet Care, Pet Healthcare

Is CBD the Future of Veterinary Medicine? In this episode of the Paws and Effect Podcast Dr Carra is joined by Dr Teresa Fossum, a renowned veterinarian and author, currently working on the sixth edition of her influential book in the veterinary field. The two have an...
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....
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