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PetPod

22 episodes - English - Latest episode: 6 months ago -

Join the Oak Tree team and guests as they discuss animal issues and pet welfare.Find out about the animals Oak Tree helps, reality of life in a UK animal charity and the work the team do. A podcast for all animal lovers!

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Episodes

Microchipping and Animal ID Legislation

October 31, 2023 15:00 - 34 minutes - 24 MB

Caroline (Oak Tree's General Manager), Caroline Yon (Oak Tree's Head of Animal Welfare) and guest David Bowles (Head of Campaigns and Public Affairs RSPCA) discuss the upcoming changes to cat microchipping in June 2024 and the positives of animal ID laws. Support the Show.

Rescue Centre Licensing

August 31, 2023 11:00 - 34 minutes - 23.9 MB

Did you know that rescue centres in the UK don't need to be licensed?  Listen to General Manager Caroline and guests David Bowles (Head of Campaigns and Public Affairs RSPCA) and Giles Webber (Chair of ADCH and CEO of Birmingham Dogs Home)  discuss the importance of licensing and the impact that has on animals in rescue centres.  Support the Show.

Get Outdoors

May 31, 2023 10:00 - 40 minutes - 27.8 MB

The summer weather is coming early and it's time to get outdoors with your dog - here are our top tips on how to prepare and stay safe while enjoying your local area! Support the Show.

Dog Bites

May 02, 2023 12:00 - 32 minutes - 22.3 MB

There is a rise in the number of dog bites across the UK, what is causing it and how can we stop it? Listen to Caroline, Caz and Mike discuss this interesting topic. Support the show

Flop Don't Crop

June 29, 2021 08:00 - 20 minutes - 14.2 MB

Flop Don’t Crop is the topic of this month’s PetPod, it is an on-going campaign bringing awareness to the illegal medical procedure of ‘ear cropping’. Caroline and Caz are joined by director and veterinarian James Brocket from Craig Robinson Vets.   Due to the sensitive subject matter, listener discretion is advised. Support the Show.

Nutrition and Weight Management (feat. John Burns and Laura Crotch-Harvey)

May 31, 2021 13:00 - 30 minutes - 20.7 MB

In this episode Caroline and Caz are joined by special guests John Burns and Laura Crotch-Harvey from Burns Pet Nutrition! Support the Show.

The Power of Choice (feat. Chirag Patel)

April 29, 2021 10:00 - 27 minutes - 18.5 MB

Caroline and Caz are joined by special guest Chirag Patel, talking about giving your pets lots of choices! Support the show

Meet the Donkeys

March 31, 2021 10:00 - 17 minutes - 12.1 MB

Hear from Caroline, Caz and Hannah introducing our new arrivals and the exciting new partnership with The Donkey Sanctuary... Support the Show.

Meet the Donkeys

March 31, 2021 10:00 - 17 minutes - 12.1 MB

Hear from Caroline, Caz and Hannah introducing our new arrivals and the exciting new partnership with The Donkey Sanctuary... Support the show (https://uk.virginmoneygiving.com/donation-web/charity?charityId=1009492)

Stress Free Walks

March 05, 2021 11:00 - 21 minutes - 15.1 MB

Join Caroline, Caz and Gemma discussing how to get the most out of your dog walks! Support the Show.

All About the Nose!

February 11, 2021 14:00 - 19 minutes - 8.31 MB

Scentwork can be so rewarding for dogs and their owners. Join Caroline and Caz as they talk about all things scentwork, the benefits and how to get started! Support the Show.

Christmas 2020 - Get into Christmas with Petpod!

December 22, 2020 16:00 - 24 minutes - 17 MB

Join Caroline, Caz and vet Dan (Capontree vets) as they discuss everything Christmas pet-related. Get advice about preparing for Christmas, Christmas hazards, presents, and making sure your pet has a great time this year. Merry Christmas Support the Show.

Episode 9 - Winterising your horses

October 19, 2020 15:00 - 21 minutes - 15 MB

As the evenings start to draw in, this week we meet our Equine Team and talk about how best to prepare for Winter with our horses and the team share some of their top tips! Support the Show.

Episode 8 - Our Work with Feral Cats

October 02, 2020 11:00 - 21 minutes - 14.7 MB

Join the team with vet Jade Hilton as they talk about Oak Tree's work with feral cats that has helped over 1000 cats in our region through the charity's Trap, Neuter, Return programme. Support the Show.

Episode 8 - Our Work with Feral Cats

October 02, 2020 11:00 - 21 minutes - 14.7 MB

Join the team with vet Jade Hilton as they talk about Oak Tree's work with feral cats that has helped over 1000 cats in our region through the charity's Trap, Neuter, Return programme. Support the show (https://uk.virginmoneygiving.com/donation-web/charity?charityId=1009492)

Episode 7 - Tackling Separation Anxiety in Dogs

September 04, 2020 16:00 - 22 minutes - 15.7 MB

In this episode Caroline, Caroline and Gemma talk about the hot topic of separation anxiety in dogs: signs of separation anxiety, how to try to prevent it and how you can start to tackle the problem if your dog is showing signs of this worrying issue. Support the Show.

Episode 6 - Golden Oldies

August 21, 2020 16:00 - 31 minutes - 21.8 MB

Caroline, Caroline, vet Graham and adopter Rachel talk about the joys of our Golden Oldies and how you can help support and care for your dog and cat during their senior years. Support the Show.

Episode 5 - A Helping Paw

July 31, 2020 08:00 - 26 minutes - 18.4 MB

In this episode the team talk with partner charity Carlisle Key about the Helping Paw Programme, a fostering programme that helps those who are homeless or fleeing domestic violence to get back on their feet by helping ensure their pets are cared for so they can access support. Learn about the programme and hear some of the differences it has made to individuals. Support the show

Episode 4 - The unwanted visitors - fleas, ticks and worms!

July 10, 2020 12:00 - 28 minutes - 19.9 MB

In this episode the Oak Tree team talk with vet Graham Lewis from Paragon Vets about dog and cat parasites: what they are, how to identify them, how to treat them and how you can prevent them. They talk about some of the stories the Oak Tree team have seen and how simple treatments have been able to transform lives.  Support the show

Episode 3 - All About Equine!

June 26, 2020 15:00 - 28 minutes - 19.4 MB

This week the Oak Tree team are discussing everything equine! Hear some of the tales of the horses and ponies we’ve been able to help and get some advice on preparing for a pony, and what you can do if things go wrong. Support the Show.

Episode 2 - Pets and Covid

June 12, 2020 10:00 - 25 minutes - 17.4 MB

In this episode the Oak Tree team consider how Coronavirus has affected pets, pet owners and animal charities. There are helpful tips on how to ease your pet out of lockdown and stories about some of the animals and owners we have helped. Support the Show.

Episode 1 - All about Oak Tree

May 29, 2020 13:00 - 33 minutes - 23 MB

In this first episode our General Manager, Caroline talks with Gina (Small Animal Team Leader Rehoming), Caz (Head of Animal Welfare) and Becky (Community Engagement Supervisor) about the Charity's mission, some of the animals they've helped and animal welfare issues. Join the team in this initial exploration of everything Oak Tree! Support the show