In this episode of Paws and Listen, we have one for the cat lovers. Johnny Manning and Dr Nicole Rous discuss cat care tips for beginners and Dr Nicole shares her advice on cats as an integrative veterinarian. Dr Nicole covers many important cat health issues and gives her holistic approach to providing your cat with everything they need to live a long and happy life with you.

Read Dr Nicole's article on cat care here: https://www.bigdogpetfoods.com/guides/vet-advice-on-caring-for-cats

Check out the range of fresh food for cats here: https://www.bigdogpetfoods.com/raw-food-for-cats

Head here to find the Big Dog range for Cats here: https://www.bigdogpetfoods.com/where-to-buy

Sound and editing by Camilla Falkowski

Produced by Jasmine Clark

This episode of Paws and Listen is the beginner's guide to raw food for dogs. John Manning chats with Chris Essex, Big Dog Pet Foods' founder and managing director who has been manufacturing raw food for pets since 2000. This episode provides a great introduction to raw food and its benefits, as well as some case studies and myth busting.

If you're new to raw feeding for dogs, check out the Big Dog education section here: https://www.bigdogpetfoods.com/resources

If you want to find Big Dog raw food at a store near you, head here: https://www.bigdogpetfoods.com/where-to-buy

Sound and editing by Camilla Falkowski

Produced by Jasmine Clark

In this episode of the best dog podcast "Paws and Listen," Johnny Manning has his mind blown by Big Dog founder and managing director, Chris Essex, and probiotic specialist, Allan Hain. These guys discuss the topic of probiotics for dogs explaining the importance of a healthy microbiome, how we're all made of bugs, the benefits of probiotic supplements for dogs and how they work in our pets' systems.

It's a fascinating listen that will ensure you include a probiotic in your pet's life, and we reckon you'll be including one for yourself too.

Or read more about probiotics here: https://www.bigdogpetfoods.com/guides/best-probiotic-for-your-dog 

Produced by Jasmine Clark

Hosted by John Manning

In this episode of Paws and Listen, Johnny Manning sits down for a chat with the founder and managing director of Big Dog Pet Foods, Chris Essex. This discussion documents the beginning of 'Big Dog', why Chris started a raw pet food company back in 2000, his work with Dr Ian Billinghurst, and how he built Big Dog to the much loved Aussie company that it is today.

Thanks again for tuning in to the best dog podcast in Australia - your favourite source of information for pet health and wellbeing.

Find Big Dog Pet Foods near you https://www.bigdogpetfoods.com/where-to-buy

Sound and editing by Camilla Falkowski

Produced by Jasmine Clark

In this episode of Paws and Listen, Johnny sits down with some of the team from Smart Pups Assistance Dogs to talk about the life-changing work that they do.

To make a donation to this incredible organisation visit https://www.smartpups.org.au

Sound and editing by Nat Pacheco

Produced by Nat Pacheco and Jasmine Clark

In this episode of Paws and Listen, Johnny and Dr Nicole Rous take a deep dive into medical cannabis for pets and discuss the latest research about the benefits of CBD. Dr Nicole is an integrative vet with a passion for natural treatment options for pets. She shares the latest research and her own experiences in clinic with CBD for various conditions in pets including anxiety, cancer and joint issues – plus many more. This episode is a fascinating listen for pet parents.

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Sound and editing by Camilla Falkowski

Produced by Jasmine Clark

Please find the paper that Dr Nicole references in this episode here: https://www.dropbox.com/s/aft4rxcmf7ykf3y/CBD%20paper.pdf?dl=0

In this episode, John chats with holistic veterinarian, Dr Edward Bassingthwaighte "the healing vet", about the delicate topic of knowing when and how to say goodbye to your pet, and the importance of grieving these special family members. It can be a sensitive subject to discuss, but John and Dr Edward have a very real and raw conversation about it.

Sound and editing by Camilla Falkowski

Produced by Jasmine Clark

In this episode of Paws and Listen, Johnny has a frank discussion with Dr Nicole Rous about nutrition and trends in the veterinary industry. Dr Nicole's honest and open style gives insight into the life of a vet, the history of their role and responsibility with pets, and how she’s furthered her education and proudly calls herself an Integrative Veterinarian.

In the latest episode of Paws & Listen, Johnny Manning chats with Arianne Sackville, the founder and owner of Bell & Bone, the creators of outcome-based dog treats and dental sticks formulated for specific canine needs. Arianne is passionate about dental care for pets, sharing some surprising facts and helpful tips for dental hygiene for our fur babies. Arianne’s mission is inspiring and infectious; this informative episode is a must-listen for all pet parents.

In this episode of Paws & Listen, Johnny chats with canine nutritionist and the owner and founder of Canine Ceuticals, Narelle Cooke, about the fundamentals of canine nutrition and the role it plays in our dogs’ overall health. This discussion explores how diet impact our pets’ immune systems and how it can affect their behaviour. Narelle is overflowing with knowledge about canine nutrition and wellbeing. Read Narelle’s latest article on the role diet plays on our pet’s behaviour here https://www.bigdogpetfoods.com/guides/does-my-dogs-diet-affect-their-behaviour