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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...
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...
Snakes of South Africa & Deadly Bites: Expert Advice with Nick Evans

Snakes of South Africa & Deadly Bites: Expert Advice with Nick Evans

Feb 4, 2025 | Pet Snakes, Paws and Effect Podcast, Pet Ownership, Wild Animals

In this episode of the Paws and Effect podcast, Dr Carra gets expert snake advice with Nick Evans, renowned for handling the deadliest of serpents. The two discuss: The spine-chilling reality of black mamba and spitting cobra encounters in South Africa. Life-saving...

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