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Paws and Effect

Dr Carra Walters
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  • Unlock Affordable Pet Care
    Ready to rethink how you care for your pets?This week, we welcome Heather Moore, Founder & CEO of PetCentric Health, onto the Paws & Effect Podcast! Heather brings a wave of innovation to the animal healthcare world, drawing on her impressive background in human healthcare, and a lifelong passion for pets, to transform the way we approach veterinary care.In this essential episode, Heather dives into:Why pets are more like family than ever beforeThe ins and outs of subscription-based veterinary plans and how they’re shaking up the industryThe real differences (and surprising synergy) between pet insurance and subscription health plansHow flexible care plans boost pet health, client loyalty, and team wellbeingPractical advice for clinics to better connect with clients and offer tailored healthcare optionsDiscover how this fresh approach is making pet healthcare more proactive, affordable, and stress-free, for both owners and vets!Whether you’re a pet parent or part of a veterinary team, you won’t want to miss Heather’s expert insights and the heartwarming “why” behind PetCentric Health.Hit play and join the movement making pet care future-fit!SPONSOR: Ultra PetCheck out Ultra Pets New range for Brachy breeds here: https://ultra-pet.co.za/product/premium-recipe-for-short-muzzled-adult-dogs/Connect with Dr Carra:Website: https://drcarra.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ultrapetvet/LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drcarra/Hillcrest Veterinary Hospital: https://hillcrestvets.co.za/Connect with Heather:Website: https://petcentrichealth.com/LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heather-schmid-moore-11151522/Podcast Production:This Podcast is produced by Kythe Creative and filmed onsite at Hillcrest Veterinary Hospital.Kythe Creative : https://kythecreative.co.za/THIS EPISODES SPONSORS:Ultra Pet:This episode is sponsored by Ultra Pet, who has been scientifically formulating premium pet food for over 25 years. If you want to take the guesswork out of feeding your furry friends, give Ultra Pet a try. Check them out here at www.ultra-pet.co.zaJust For Pets:Justforpets.co.za is proud to sponsor this episode of the Paws and Effect podcast. Visit their website for all your pet needs and find everything from toys to food and much more. The team over at Just For Pets believe that every pet deserves the best care possible, and that's why we offer a wide range of products to help keep your furry friend happy and healthy - Check them out at https://www.justforpets.co.za/FOR SPONSORSHIPS AND GUEST APPEARANCES, Email us at [email protected] and we'll get in touch with you.Don't forget to LIKE this if you found it helpful, SUBSCRIBE for more episodes and content like this.---------------------------------------------------------------00:00 Subscription Plans Transform Veterinary Care06:30 Pet Health Subscription Plans09:43 Proactive Pet Care Over Insurance11:37 Veterinary Client Engagement Strategies14:54 Focus on Veterinary Education20:36 Pet Care Compliance and Consumer Anxiety22:53 Annual Pet Health Plans Boost Loyalty26:40 Boosting Pet Care Engagement28:15 Client Insight and Data Challenges33:17 Strategic Data-Driven Hospital Planning37:15 Stress Reduction Tools for Pet Care38:54 Veterinary Care Pricing Conflict42:48 Innovate Beyond Clinical Practice45:56 Quick Relief for Itchy Pets
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  • The Pathfinders: SA Guide Dogs
    Get ready for an episode that will melt your heart. We’re honoured to welcome Melanie Nel, passionate Marketing Coordinator of the SA Guide Dogs Association and a remarkable advocate living with low vision herself.Melanie’s story and her work shine a light on the truly selfless love, loyalty, and care that guide dogs offer those in need.In this moving conversation, you’ll discover:The profound bond between guide dogs and their humans, built on trust, devotion, and loving companionshipHow these incredible animals, with their gentle presence and unwavering intuition, become the eyes, protectors, and comforters for people with disabilitiesThe touching stories of isolation transformed into connection and confidence, all thanks to the healing power of a dog’s unconditional loveHow we can honour these extraordinary animals by supporting their journey from playful puppyhood to devoted guide and cherished family memberGuide dogs don’t just lead the way; they give their hearts, protecting, loving, and believing in us when we need it most. Their ability to care, comfort, and connect reminds us of the beauty and depth of the animal bond.Let Melanie’s insights and real-life stories open your eyes to a world of empathy, courage, and hope, where animals’ selfless natures truly surpass our own.This is more than a podcast; it’s a celebration of the enduring power of love on four paws. Don’t miss it!SPONSOR: Ultra PetCheck out Ultra Pets New range for Brachy breeds here: https://ultra-pet.co.za/product/premium-recipe-for-short-muzzled-adult-dogs/Connect with Dr Carra:Website: https://drcarra.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ultrapetvet/LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drcarra/Hillcrest Veterinary Hospital: https://hillcrestvets.co.za/Connect with Melanie:Website: https://guidedog.org.za/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sa_guide_dogs/Podcast Production:This Podcast is produced by Kythe Creative and filmed onsite at Hillcrest Veterinary Hospital.Kythe Creative : https://kythecreative.co.za/THIS EPISODES SPONSORS:Ultra Pet:This episode is sponsored by Ultra Pet, who has been scientifically formulating premium pet food for over 25 years. If you want to take the guesswork out of feeding your furry friends, give Ultra Pet a try. Check them out here at www.ultra-pet.co.zaJust For Pets:Justforpets.co.za is proud to sponsor this episode of the Paws and Effect podcast. Visit their website for all your pet needs and find everything from toys to food and much more. The team over at Just For Pets believe that every pet deserves the best care possible, and that's why we offer a wide range of products to help keep your furry friend happy and healthy - Check them out at https://www.justforpets.co.za/FOR SPONSORSHIPS AND GUEST APPEARANCES, Email us at [email protected] and we'll get in touch with you.Don't forget to LIKE this if you found it helpful, SUBSCRIBE for more episodes and content like this.----------------------------------------------------------------00:00 Unexpected Guide Dog Job Connection08:59 Labradors: Adaptable and Social Dogs13:51 Early X-rays for Puppy Health20:52 Puppy Socialisation and Assessment Programme24:15 Guide Dog Training and Matching Process28:59 Guide Dog Appearance Description38:50 Assistance Dog Access Awareness Training41:16 Autism Support Dogs Transform Lives45:47 Diligent Screening for Service Dogs53:55 Guide Dogs and Traffic Lights Misconception58:18 SA Guide Dogs: Beyond Vision Assistance01:01:38 Pet Supplies Delivered to You
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  • Vet on the Front Lines: Rescuing Africa’s Wildlife
    Brace yourself for an episode bursting with adrenaline, insight, and awe!Join us on the Paws & Effect Podcast as we welcome Dr. Bart Gazendam, a Dutch wildlife and zoo veterinarian whose veterinary journey reads like a real-life adventure novel.Step into Dr. Bart’s world, where each day might mean racing helicopters, dodging a charging rhino, wading into thorn bushes, or rescuing lions, leopards, elephants, and endangered species at the heart of South Africa’s wildest reserves.In this wonderful episode, Dr. Bart reveals:Jaw-dropping close encounters in the African bush, from heart-stopping run-ins to life-saving interventionsThe unsung heroics and split-second decisions behind wildlife rescue, rhino dehorning, and tackling poaching head-onWhat keeps him inspired amidst the joy, heartbreak, and challenge of caring for Africa’s most iconic giantsExpert advice for aspiring wildlife vets and animal lovers who dream of living life on the wild sideIf you’ve ever wondered what it feels like to be up close with the world’s most majestic and dangerous animals, this is your chance.Tune in for a captivating celebration of courage, compassion, and wild adventure, and discover why being a wildlife vet is truly the stuff of dreams!Don’t miss this one: adventure awaits!SPONSOR: Ultra PetCheck out Ultra Pets New range for Brachy breeds here: https://ultra-pet.co.za/product/premium-recipe-for-short-muzzled-adult-dogs/Connect with Dr Carra:Website: https://drcarra.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ultrapetvet/LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drcarra/Hillcrest Veterinary Hospital: https://hillcrestvets.co.za/Connect with Dr Bart:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vetbart/Podcast Production:This Podcast is produced by Kythe Creative and filmed onsite at Hillcrest Veterinary Hospital.Kythe Creative : https://kythecreative.co.za/THIS EPISODES SPONSORS:Ultra Pet:This episode is sponsored by Ultra Pet, who has been scientifically formulating premium pet food for over 25 years. If you want to take the guesswork out of feeding your furry friends, give Ultra Pet a try. Check them out here at www.ultra-pet.co.zaJust For Pets:Justforpets.co.za is proud to sponsor this episode of the Paws and Effect podcast. Visit their website for all your pet needs and find everything from toys to food and much more. The team over at Just For Pets believe that every pet deserves the best care possible, and that's why we offer a wide range of products to help keep your furry friend happy and healthy - Check them out at https://www.justforpets.co.za/FOR SPONSORSHIPS AND GUEST APPEARANCES, Email us at [email protected] and we'll get in touch with you.Don't forget to LIKE this if you found it helpful, SUBSCRIBE for more episodes and content like this.---------------------------------------------------------------00:00 Cheetah Conservation and Anti-Poaching Efforts24:34 Balancing Elephant Populations and Habitat28:02 Sustainable Elephant Management Challenges32:58 Vulture Poaching and Poisoning Crisis36:19 Rhino Dehorning Scare40:33 Coping with Veterinary Challenges43:49 Reality of Wildlife Work Demands47:42 Path to Wildlife Vet: Gain Broad Experience49:52 Behind the Scenes: Veterinary Challenges53:39 Promoting Transparency through Visual Sharing55:27 Insight into Vet Challenges
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  • What’s That Lump?! Vet Tells All: When to Chill & When to Dash!
    Lump alert! 😱 You’re giving your dog a scratch and, wait, what’s that bump?Don’t spiral into “lumpageddon” just yet! Join us on this week’s Paws & Effect Podcast with Dr Lauren Myles, Veterinary Surgeon at Hillcrest Veterinary Hospital, as we dig into the bumpy world of lumps, bumps, and everything in between.Dr Myles generously shares her expertise (and her legendary calm-in-a-crisis). She’s here to help pet parents separate the “no biggie” nipples from the “nip-down-to-the-vet” nasties, covering:⁠The hairy truth: Why not all lumps are created equal (you won’t believe what some owners have tried to remove 🤦‍♂️)Speed bumps: How quickly a lump appears, and grows, really does matter!When to brush it off and when to dash to the vet (sometimes it’s urgent, sometimes it’s just a pup’s puberty)The inside scoop on fine needle aspirates (no, it’s not a spice, but it is a game changer for diagnostics)⁠Cutting through the confusion: What “benign” vs. “malignant” means for your pet⁠Real talk about costs, choices, and how to keep your cool through a “lump in your throat” momentPacked with real stories from the clinic, science made simple, and just a whisker of veterinary wit, this episode strikes the perfect balance between fun and the serious business of pet health. Because when it comes to lumps, a little knowledge goes a long way, and acting early really can be a life-saver.🐕‍🦺 Don’t lose your head over a mystery bump, tune in, get the scoop, and always check those pups (and kitties!) for any new “surprises.”Hit that follow button for more tail-wagging tips and share this episode with a friend because with lumps, it’s better to be safe than sorry!SPONSOR: Ultra PetCheck out Ultra Pets New range for Brachy breeds here: https://ultra-pet.co.za/product/premium-recipe-for-short-muzzled-adult-dogs/Connect with Dr Carra:Website: https://drcarra.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ultrapetvet/LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drcarra/Hillcrest Veterinary Hospital: https://hillcrestvets.co.za/Connect with Dr Lauren:Hillcrest Veterinary Hospital: https://hillcrestvets.co.za/Podcast Production:This Podcast is produced by Kythe Creative and filmed onsite at Hillcrest Veterinary Hospital.Kythe Creative : https://kythecreative.co.za/THIS EPISODES SPONSORS:Ultra Pet:This episode is sponsored by Ultra Pet, who has been scientifically formulating premium pet food for over 25 years. If you want to take the guesswork out of feeding your furry friends, give Ultra Pet a try. Check them out here at www.ultra-pet.co.zaJust For Pets:Justforpets.co.za is proud to sponsor this episode of the Paws and Effect podcast. Visit their website for all your pet needs and find everything from toys to food and much more. The team over at Just For Pets believe that every pet deserves the best care possible, and that's why we offer a wide range of products to help keep your furry friend happy and healthy - Check them out at https://www.justforpets.co.za/FOR SPONSORSHIPS AND GUEST APPEARANCES, Email us at [email protected] and we'll get in touch with you.Don't forget to LIKE this if you found it helpful, SUBSCRIBE for more episodes and content like this.-------------------------------------------------------------------00:00 Podcast: Identifying Harmless vs. Dangerous Lumps05:50 Identifying Lump Growth Patterns07:37 Urgent Care for Sudden Swellings10:17 Initial Exam Prior to Lump Focus14:43 Fine Needle Aspirate Explained17:11 Describing Benign Masses in Detail23:14 Rapidly Growing Soft Lumps Alert24:35 Early Removal of Dog Lumps30:10 Understanding Histopathology: Importance of Margins33:47 Cancer Detection Limits in Blood Tests35:31 Avoid Reconstructive Surgery on Spread Tumours40:04 Costly Pet Care Decisions43:19 Managing Post-Surgery Complications45:58 Surgical Decisions in Veterinary Cases50:34 Pets Tolerate Chemo Well52:13 Early Vet Check Crucial
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  • Unlocking the Power of Nutrition: Inside Integrative Vet Care
    Ready to revolutionise your pet’s health from the inside out?Join us on this week’s Paws & Effect Podcast as we welcome Dr Jeanette Bimonte, DVM, an integrative veterinarian practising in Tampa, Florida.Dr Bimonte combines cutting-edge conventional medicine with complementary therapies such as nutrition and acupuncture, and she’s on a mission to get to the root cause of illness rather than just treating the symptoms.In this must-watch episode, Dr Bimonte opens up about:The transformative role of nutrition in your pet’s long-term health and wellbeingWhy honest conversations around diet are crucial in every vet consultTop tips for pet owners navigating the maze of pet food choicesPractical advice for fellow vets on bringing nutrition into busy appointmentsBusting myths and getting to the heart of the latest pet food trendsWhether you’re a devoted pet parent puzzled by endless food options or a veterinary professional keen to up your nutrition game, discover actionable insights, genuine advice, and a refreshing, open-minded approach to supporting the pets you love.Get ready to empower yourself, and your animals, with knowledge that can add years of health and happiness to their lives!SPONSOR: Ultra PetCheck out Ultra Pets New range for Brachy breeds here: https://ultra-pet.co.za/product/premium-recipe-for-short-muzzled-adult-dogs/Connect with Dr Carra:Website: https://drcarra.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ultrapetvet/LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drcarra/Hillcrest Veterinary Hospital: https://hillcrestvets.co.za/Connect with Dr Jeanette:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_nontraditionalveterinarian/?hl=enPodcast Production:This Podcast is produced by Kythe Creative and filmed onsite at Hillcrest Veterinary Hospital.Kythe Creative : https://kythecreative.co.za/THIS EPISODES SPONSORS:Ultra Pet:This episode is sponsored by Ultra Pet, who has been scientifically formulating premium pet food for over 25 years. If you want to take the guesswork out of feeding your furry friends, give Ultra Pet a try. Check them out here at www.ultra-pet.co.zaJust For pets:Just For Pets is proud to sponsor this episode of the Paws and Effect podcast. Visit their website for all your pet needs and find everything from toys to food and much more. The team over at Just For Pets believe that every pet deserves the best care possible, and that's why we offer a wide range of products to help keep your furry friend happy and healthy - Check them out at https://www.justforpets.co.za/FOR SPONSORSHIPS AND GUEST APPEARANCES, Email us at [email protected] and we'll get in touch with you.Don't forget to LIKE this if you found it helpful, SUBSCRIBE for more episodes and content like this.----------------------------------------------------------------00:00 Prioritising Pet Nutrition03:22 Nutrition's Impact on Pet Health08:45 Optimising Canine Health Through Diet12:29 Ultrapet's Guarantee for Pet Diet Choices13:25 Navigating Dog Care Opinions17:56 Preventive Pet Nutrition Strategies21:00 The Power of Curiosity25:15 Pre-Consultation Forms Enhance Efficiency28:29 Personalised Clinical Pet Nutrition32:21 Verify Pet Food Labels Regularly35:27 Verifying Pet Food Recipes' Safety39:55 Hidden Health Issues in Pets43:20 Optimal Dog Nutrition: A Comprehensive Approach46:40 Holistic Dog Nutrition Guide49:35 Educate to Discuss Pet Nutrition51:36 Fostering Open Pet Health Discussions
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Welcome to Paws and Effect, the ultimate Podcast for pet lovers and veterinarians alike! Join renowned veterinarian Dr Carra as they explore the captivating world of pets. With expert knowledge and a passion for animals, Dr Carra brings engaging content, interviews with veterinary professionals, and valuable insights. From expert veterinary advice to tips on pet-life balance, Paws and Effect is your go-to podcast. Subscribe now and join our vibrant community dedicated to celebrating the bond we share with our furry friends and the impact of pets on your mental health.
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