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The Simple Steps to Stop Your Pet Pestering You for Food (and improving their health)

Call the Vet - an insider's guide to dog and cat health - October 20, 2022 05:00 - 19 minutes ★★★★★ - 11 ratings
Does this sound familiar to you (I know it does to me!)? You’re sitting on the sofa for 2 seconds and your cat starts meowing for food. Or you walk in the vague direction of their food and instantly they are under your feet, hounding you to be fed. Not only does this drive you crazy, but it als...

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Is Your Pet Bred For Looks or Health (and do breeders even care)?

Call the Vet - an insider's guide to dog and cat health - October 07, 2022 06:00 - 18 minutes ★★★★★ - 11 ratings
Just how common are genetic diseases, and can breeders do anything to ensure the health of your furry family member before they are even born?  This topic is one that all pet parents need to consider, especially those bringing a new dog or cat into their family... For all the links discussed a...

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28. Wedding Day Pets!

Pet Purpose Podcast - September 16, 2022 00:00 - 52 minutes
Welcome to another episode of the Pet Purpose Podcast, the show where my guests and I talk all things pet related… topics that help passionate pet parents take pet parenting to the next level, and topics that are simply of interest for pet parents.   “I now pronounce you….. woof, woof , woof!” ...

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A Vet in Your Pocket (Telehealth 101)

Call the Vet - an insider's guide to dog and cat health - September 14, 2022 05:00 - 44 minutes ★★★★★ - 11 ratings
You know that your pet is not 100% and that your veterinarian is the best person to help but finding the time to go to the vet clinic is hard and then there’s the cost. Today I’m exploring the world of remote visits and telehealth and diving into: What is telehealth? Is it new? What different...

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27. Pet Dental Health - better teeth, better health

Pet Purpose Podcast - August 31, 2022 04:00 - 34 minutes
Welcome to another episode of the Pet Purpose Podcast, the show where my guests and I talk all things pet related… topics that help passionate pet parents take pet parenting to the next level, or topics that are simply of interest for pet parents.  Dental disease in our pets is extremely common...

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The Hidden Causes of Anxiety (and how to beat them!)

Call the Vet - an insider's guide to dog and cat health - August 30, 2022 07:00 - 25 minutes ★★★★★ - 11 ratings
You want your pet to be content and enjoy their life but anxiety levels are on the rise, resulting from a growing number of causes. Today's episode breaks down everything you need to know to help reduce and ultimately eliminate anxiety, both in the home and at the vet clinic, so that they are l...

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The Call The Vet Show with Veterinarian Dr. Alex Avery

Call the Vet - an insider's guide to dog and cat health - August 24, 2022 02:00 - 1 minute ★★★★★ - 11 ratings
This is the podcast for dedicated pet parents, just like you, who want to know the best way to care for your furry family members! Through expert interviews, discussions, and deep dives into the topics that really matter, I want to help you understand and optimize the health of your dog or cat ...

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The Magical World of Mushrooms - a supplement for every pet

Call the Vet - an insider's guide to dog and cat health - August 17, 2022 05:00 - 46 minutes ★★★★★ - 11 ratings
With a whole range of supplements on the market claiming to both help optimize your pet’s everyday health as well as treat all manner of different diseases, it can be impossible to know where to start. Unfortunately many (or even most) fail to live up to their marketing hype. Today though, we’...

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How To Treat Allergies in Dogs (The Holistic Way!)

Call the Vet - an insider's guide to dog and cat health - July 27, 2022 04:00 - 13 minutes ★★★★★ - 11 ratings
When it comes to treating an allergic dog it is vital that you employ all of the available options so that they not only become itch-free and live their best life, but so that you can also reduce their reliance (or even need) on pharmaceuticals. Complete holistic control is within your reach, a...

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What Your Dog Is Really Allergic To (and how to find out)

Call the Vet - an insider's guide to dog and cat health - July 20, 2022 04:00 - 11 minutes ★★★★★ - 11 ratings
There is a lot of misconception about what dogs are really allergic to, and without knowing the true cause of allergies it can be a real struggle to settle their skin and get their itch under control. In this episode I break down the most common causes of both food allergies and atopy (or envir...

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Are Bee Stings Dangerous (and other dog allergies)

Call the Vet - an insider's guide to dog and cat health - July 13, 2022 04:00 - 9 minutes ★★★★★ - 11 ratings
Allergies are the most common cause of long-term scratching in dogs and can be due to a number of different allergy types, but it can be challenging to identify the exact cause of an individual dog’s allergies which compromises your ability to treat them successfully. In this episode I discuss ...

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Can An Itchy Dog Be Ignored (and how to spot fleas if are the cause)

Call the Vet - an insider's guide to dog and cat health - July 06, 2022 04:00 - 10 minutes ★★★★★ - 11 ratings
Is your dog scratching more than normal? Any increase in your dog's itch deserves your prompt attention, but before you rush off to the veterinarian be sure the simple problem of fleas is not to blame! In this episode I discuss: How scratch and pain are closely linked Why scratching only make...

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How To Keep Your Dog Cool In Hot Weather (and avoid heat stroke)

Call the Vet - an insider's guide to dog and cat health - June 29, 2022 04:00 - 11 minutes ★★★★★ - 11 ratings
Heat stroke kills, and your dog can overheat really quickly. Rather than rushing them to the ER after this happens, it’s better to avoid this problem completely and in this episode, I discuss exactly how to keep your dog cool when the sun shines and the mercury begins to climb. Find out more i...

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How To Save Your Dog's Life When Heat Stroke Strikes

Call the Vet - an insider's guide to dog and cat health - June 22, 2022 04:00 - 12 minutes ★★★★★ - 11 ratings
Spotting the signs of heat stroke early and then taking the right action to quickly cool your dog is proven to save lives. In this episode we run through: The 5 main signs of heatstroke in dogs The biggest risk periods for overheating How to effectively and quickly cool your dog Find out mor...

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Treats, Toys and Temptation - There Are Better Options!

Call the Vet - an insider's guide to dog and cat health - June 08, 2022 04:00 - 10 minutes ★★★★★ - 11 ratings
We love to get our cats and dogs new toys and tasty treats to show how much they mean to us, and subscription boxes are a super-convenient option to make sure your pet is never left wanting. But it’s not all harmless fun as they can cause all kinds of problems, and even compromise their health…...

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The Truth About Vegan Dog Food (is it really healthy?)

Call the Vet - an insider's guide to dog and cat health - May 23, 2022 07:00 - 35 minutes ★★★★★ - 11 ratings
Do you want to feed our dogs the safest, and healthiest food possible? Do you worry about their environmental impact? One thing is certain. The largest study to date looking into the health of vegan diets for dogs and comparing those fed a raw or conventional cooked meat diet has caused some se...

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I Got A Bad Review (and vet abuse is on the rise)

Call the Vet - an insider's guide to dog and cat health - May 05, 2022 09:00 - 12 minutes ★★★★★ - 11 ratings
 It's just been World Veterinary Day and I wanted to highlight some of the amazing work my colleagues across the world do every single day but then I read a report detailing the staggering level of abuse vets are being subjected to. Believe me, this affects every pet parent and compromises the ...

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I Got A Bad Review On World Veterinary Day

Call the Vet - an insider's guide to dog and cat health - May 05, 2022 09:00 - 12 minutes ★★★★★ - 11 ratings
 It's just been World Veterinary Day and I wanted to highlight some of the amazing work my colleagues across the world do every single day but then I read a report detailing the staggering level of abuse vets are being subjected to. Believe me, this affects every pet parent and compromises the ...

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How To Adopt A Dog (The Right Way!)

Call the Vet - an insider's guide to dog and cat health - April 20, 2022 09:00 - 40 minutes ★★★★★ - 11 ratings
Are you thinking about adopting a dog from a shelter or rescue charity? Do you know all the steps to take to make sure the process is a success from start to finish? Today I’m talking to registered veterinary technician Bethany Muir all about how to adopt a dog so that you not only get through ...

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Gold Standard Care Is Killing Pets

Call the Vet - an insider's guide to dog and cat health - April 06, 2022 05:00 - 19 minutes ★★★★★ - 11 ratings
I bet you thought that the increasing level of veterinary healthcare available to your pet is a good thing. The reality is that for many dogs and cats, it is actually resulting in worse care, and even early death. Let me explain… In this episode we explore: The change in the level of veterina...

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The True Benefit of CBD in Pets and The Best Approach to Cannabis Use

Call the Vet - an insider's guide to dog and cat health - March 23, 2022 04:00 - 40 minutes ★★★★★ - 11 ratings
Cannabis Marijuana, CBD oil, hemp products…unless you've been living under a rock you're going to have come across some really wild claims about how amazing and revolutionary these products are. But it can be really difficult to separate fact from fiction. To know who you can believe, who you ...

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It Doesn't Matter What You Feed Your Pet!

Call the Vet - an insider's guide to dog and cat health - March 09, 2022 04:00 - 12 minutes ★★★★★ - 11 ratings
It's so easy to put a huge amount of time, effort, and energy into tinkering with your dog or cat's diet. But rather than worrying about making small changes that in all likelihood will have a negligible effect on their health, you need to concentrate on these instead to truly impact their healt...

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Giving Senior Pets The Golden Years They Deserve

Call the Vet - an insider's guide to dog and cat health - February 22, 2022 04:00 - 37 minutes ★★★★★ - 11 ratings
The fact that our pets age faster than we do is an inevitability and we want to ensure they remain as happy and comfortable for as long as possible. But knowing what different options are open to you that will actually make a difference can be really confusing, not to mention expensive. Today w...

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Loving Wet Food But Not Eating Dry...What's The Problem?

Call the Vet - an insider's guide to dog and cat health - February 07, 2022 02:00 - 10 minutes ★★★★★ - 11 ratings
Has your pet always eaten kibble but now they only want to eat wet food? Are you wondering if this is OK or a sign of something more serious? It might not seem like much to worry about if your pet still enjoys their wet food but has stopped eating their kibble or any other harder foods. In fact...

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26. Kennel Cough - cover your muzzle when you cough!

Pet Purpose Podcast - February 04, 2022 10:00 - 19 minutes
Welcome to another episode of the Pet Purpose Podcast, the show where my guests and I talk all things pet related… topics that help passionate pet parents take pet parenting to the next level, or topics that are simply of interest for pet parents.  Our pets can at times get infections of the re...

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25. Please don't go! - separation anxiety in our pets

Pet Purpose Podcast - January 18, 2022 06:00 - 30 minutes
Welcome to another episode of the Pet Purpose Podcast, the show where my guests and I talk all things pet related… topics that help passionate pet parents take pet parenting to the next level, or topics that are simply of interest for pet parents.  Being a social species, dogs can at times deve...

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The Vaccines Your Dog Really Needs

Call the Vet - an insider's guide to dog and cat health - January 12, 2022 07:00 - 13 minutes ★★★★★ - 11 ratings
Even though vaccines are a fundamental step in having the healthiest dog (and cat) possible, confusion about which vaccines a dog actually needs, and how often, is all too common. It is really important to only vaccinate against diseases that actually pose a threat to your dog. Otherwise, the ri...

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24. 5 summer dangers for our pets!

Pet Purpose Podcast - January 02, 2022 04:00 - 22 minutes
Welcome to another episode of the Pet Purpose Podcast, the show where my guests and I talk all things pet related… topics that help passionate pet parents take pet parenting to the next level, or topics that are simply of interest for pet parents.   Summer is such an awesome time of the year, b...

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Food Does Not Equal Love - Give Your Pet What They Really Crave!

Call the Vet - an insider's guide to dog and cat health - December 22, 2021 04:00 - 11 minutes ★★★★★ - 11 ratings
How often do you give your dog or cat treats, extra helpings, or reserving a little bit of your main meal for them as an expression of your love? This could be harming both their physical and mental wellbeing! In this episode, veterinarian Dr Alex Avery talks about the best ways to show love to...

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23. The itchy scratchy show! – skin itches in our pets

Pet Purpose Podcast - December 15, 2021 11:00 - 41 minutes
Welcome to another episode of the Pet Purpose Podcast, the show where my guests and I talk all things pet related… topics that help passionate pet parents take pet parenting to the next level, or topics that are simply of interest for pet parents.  Itching in our pets is a very common condition...