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Paws and Effect

by Dr Carra Walters

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  • That Snoring Isn’t Cute. Your Dog Can’t Breathe.

    October 20, 2026 · 1 hr 28 min

    If you own a pug, a Frenchie or a bulldog, you know the sound: the snoring, the snorting, the snuffly breathing everyone finds so endearing. A lot of the time, that sound is a dog working hard to breathe. And breathing is only part of the…

  • Your Chicken Is Sick Before She Looks Sick | Nikki Husted

    October 6, 2026 · 50 min

    Chickens are prey animals which means they're built to hide illness. A sick hen instinctively acts normal for as long as she possibly can, because in the wild, looking weak gets you killed. So by the time you notice something's wrong, she…

  • Inside South Africa's Snaring Crisis

    September 22, 2026 · 1 hr 9 min

    A loop of wire, tied to a branch, in a patch of bush near a town you might live near. Anything that walks through it, a duiker, a bushpig, a bird, sometimes a leopard, occasionally someone's dog, is caught, and the wire doesn't let…

  • When ‘Bad Behaviour’ Is Actually a Medical Problem

    September 8, 2026 · 53 min

    Your dog growls when you touch his back. Your cat starts weeing outside the litter box. Your older dog paces at night and stops greeting you at the door. It’s easy to call these things stubbornness, spite, aggression, or just old age…

  • Nail Clippers, Carriers and Eye Drops Without the Fight!

    August 25, 2026 · 1 hr 2 min

    You’ve wrestled a cat into a carrier. You’ve chased a dog around the house with the nail clippers. Now imagine having to give a monkey a daily injection, or getting a tiger to walk up and present its shoulder for one. Zookeepers do it…

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  • Your Pet’s Weight Isn’t a Willpower Problem

    August 11, 2026 · 1 hr 20 min

    You’ve cut the treats. You’re walking them more. They still haven’t lost weight, so you assume you’re doing something wrong. You’re probably not. Dr Ernie Ward has spent over twenty years on pet obesity, and his message is blunt: this was…

  • “He’s Just Getting Old” — And Other ‘Reasonable’ Pet Myths | Cat the Vet

    July 28, 2026 · 1 hr 7 min

    Your old dog is slowing down. Sleeping more. Taking the stairs carefully. He’s just getting old, right? Maybe. Or maybe he’s in pain, and “he’s just getting old” is one of those pet myths that sounds completely reasonable, right up until…

  • From Your Cat to a Cow: Dr Christine Staten on Running a Mixed Animal Practice

    July 14, 2026 · 51 min

    She trained to deliver babies. She ended up delivering goats, treating zebras, and running one of the busiest mixed animal clinics around, and she wouldn’t have it any other way. In this candid episode, veterinarian and practice owner Dr…

  • Your Dog Isn’t the Problem: Tom Davis on What Really Breaks Training

    July 7, 2026 · 1 hr 16 min

    Dog pulling, biting, lunging, or just flat-out not listening? In this raw and honest episode, dog trainer Tom Davis tears down the myths keeping owners and their dogs stuck. Tom exposes why so many “hopeless” and reactive cases land at…

  • Is It Burnout, Or Is It a Financial Trap?

    June 30, 2026 · 1 hr 6 min

    Most veterinarians graduate knowing how to save lives. Almost none of them graduate knowing how to manage money, price their services without guilt, or build a business they can actually exit one day. In this episode, financial advisors…

  • Are cats truly aloof, or are we just misunderstanding them?

    June 23, 2026 · 1 hr 13 min

    In this fascinating episode, I was privileged to talk about my favourite topic: cats! Together, Mikel Delgado, author of Play With Your Cat, and I explored the mysterious world of cat behaviour. Discover why cats can be so perplexing, how…

  • Are bearded dragons really the “golden retrievers” of the reptile world?

    June 16, 2026 · 51 min

    Join us for an informative episode with Adam Wickens, the creator behind Wickens Wicked Reptiles, one of YouTube’s largest reptile education platforms. In this episode, Adam shares the must-know facts for anyone considering a bearded…

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About the show

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.