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Seizures and Epilepsy in Pets: Insights and Management

Seizures and Epilepsy in Pets: Insights and Management

Apr 26, 2024 | Paws and Effect Podcast, Loving Pets, Pet Care, Pet Healthcare, Puppies, Senior Pets

In this episode of Dr Carra’s Paws and Effect podcast, Dr Carra and one of our favourite guests, Dr Pieter Hanekom from Hillcrest Veterinary Hospital, delve into the challenges of managing seizures and epilepsy in pets. Seizures can be a frightening experience...
The Making of a Vet: Dr. Caity’s story from the Practice to the Page

The Making of a Vet: Dr. Caity’s story from the Practice to the Page

Apr 12, 2024 | Paws and Effect Podcast, Pet Healthcare

In this episode, The Making of a Vet, Dr Caity delves into her twin passions of story telling and animals, balancing both the pen and veterinary work. From the outset, these dual loves framed the story of her life, pulling her in seemingly opposite directions....
Emergency Management and Prevention of Blocked Bladders and Cystitis in Cats

Emergency Management and Prevention of Blocked Bladders and Cystitis in Cats

Apr 4, 2024 | Paws and Effect Podcast, Pet Care, Pet Diseases, Pet Healthcare

In this episode, Dr. Carra and Dr Inke Helm discuss a serious and potentially fatal condition affecting our feline companions: blocked bladders and cystitis in cats, particularly our male cats. Urinary obstructions are quite common in male cats and can quickly turn...
Understanding Common Eye Conditions in Pets

Understanding Common Eye Conditions in Pets

Mar 28, 2024 | Paws and Effect Podcast, Pet Healthcare

In this episode Dr Carra chats to Dr Kate Edmonds, a vet with a keen interest in all things ocular, about understanding common eye conditions in pets. They dive into the delicate subject of our pets’ eye health where you can learn about the signs and causes of...
Veterinary Physiotherapy: Accelerating Recovery and Optimising Health

Veterinary Physiotherapy: Accelerating Recovery and Optimising Health

Feb 13, 2024 | General Veterinary Care, Holistic Healing, Paws and Effect Podcast, Pet Care, Pet Healthcare, Veterinary Rehabilitation

In the latest episode of Paws and Effect Dr Carra chats to Paige from Equine-librium, who shares her extensive knowledge and experience in the field of veterinary rehabilitation. We’re setting the stage for an in-depth conversation on the vital role of...
Understanding Pet Insurance Policies

Understanding Pet Insurance Policies

Jan 24, 2024 | Pet Insurance, General Veterinary Care, Paws and Effect Podcast, Pet Care, Pet Healthcare

In this podcast episode of Paws and Effect, Dr Carra is joined by Cameron Clark, an expert from P. UMA, a leading pet underwriting management agency (https://pumainsurance.co.za/). Cameron is here to shed light on the intricate world of pet insurance. Together, they...
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