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Empathy in Practice: The Relief Vets Guide to Connection

Empathy in Practice: The Relief Vets Guide to Connection

Sep 3, 2025 | Veterinary Practice, Community Vets, Emergency Veterinary Services, General Veterinary Care, Paws and Effect Podcast, Veterinary Rehabilitation

Ever wondered what it’s like to be a veterinary nomad, bringing fresh perspectives and expert care to every clinic you enter? In this episode of the Paws and Effect podcast, Dr Carra chats to the inspiring Dr Joshua Rosen, DVM, relief veterinarian, thought leader, and...
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...
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...
The Secret Superpower Every Vet Clinic Needs

The Secret Superpower Every Vet Clinic Needs

Jun 25, 2025 | General Veterinary Care, Paws and Effect Podcast, Veterinary Practice

Are you ready to discover the secret vet superpower behind every thriving veterinary practice? This week on the Paws & Effect Podcast, we welcome the wonderful Melinda Van Der Vlugt, a graduate of the Veterinary Office & Animal Care Programme and the ultimate...
Vet Mentorship and Career Transformation: Empowering the Next Generation

Vet Mentorship and Career Transformation: Empowering the Next Generation

Jun 3, 2025 | Paws and Effect Podcast, General Veterinary Care, Veterinary Practice

In this episode of the Paws & Effect Podcast Dr Carra chats to Dr Moriah McCauley, a dedicated veterinarian, accomplished Vet mentor, and host of “So You’re a Vet… Now What?” Dr McCauley is passionate about guiding young vets and shaping supportive,...
Why is my Dog Vomiting? A vets no nonsense guide

Why is my Dog Vomiting? A vets no nonsense guide

May 20, 2025 | General Veterinary Care, Canine Behaviour, Emergency Veterinary Services, Paws and Effect Podcast, Pet Ownership, Veterinary Practice

Hold your nose and grab the mop! In this episode of the Paws & Effect Podcast, we’re diving nose-first into the wonderful (and occasionally whiffy) world of dog vomiting! Why is my Dog Vomiting? is a candid and entertaining chat between Dr Carra and Dr Emma Brown,...
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