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Secrets to Puppy School Success with Tammy Da Silva

Secrets to Puppy School Success with Tammy Da Silva

Nov 11, 2025 | Dog Training, Canine Behaviour, Paws and Effect Podcast, Pet Ownership, Puppies

Ready to raise a happy, well-behaved puppy? In this episode of the Paws & Effect Podcast Dr Carra discusses secrets to puppy school success with Tammy Da Silva, an expert in positive dog training and founder of Upper Highway Puppy Group. In this action-packed...
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...
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...
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,...
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...
Dog Bite Prevention: Managing Fear and Frustration

Dog Bite Prevention: Managing Fear and Frustration

Jun 28, 2024 | Canine Behaviour, Loving Pets, Paws and Effect Podcast, Pet Care, Pet Ownership, Puppies

In this episode of the Paws and Effect podcast, Dr. Carra is joined by special guest, Daniel Stewart, a popular animal behaviourist, to delve into the critical topic of dog bites, bite prevention and living safely with furry friends. They explore why dogs bite,...
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