Ready for big belly laughs and real pet talk? This week, the Paws & Effect Podcast brings you an irresistible dose of veterinary humour and heart as we welcome the ever-entertaining Dr Nico du Preez (BVSc), the creator behind the beloved “Zoomies” online platform!

Join us for an episode brimming with light-hearted stories, behind-the-scenes veterinary confessions, and those hilarious ‘did-they-really-ask-that?!’ moments from the consult room.

Dr du Preez shares:

• The top questions pet owners are secretly dying to ask (and vets answer in their sleep!)
• Outrageous myths and misconceptions… and the truth behind Dr Google
• Why pets get the zoomies, and what these infectious bursts of energy really mean
• Healthy ways to show your animal love (with a dash of laughter)
• Dr du Preez’s take on human foods, pet diets, and how trust is built between vets and families

Bursting with joyful banter and genuine advice, this episode is a celebration of the fun, sometimes quirky world of pets and the people who care for them.

Whether you’re a pet parent or just in need of a smile, don’t miss this one, your heart, and your pet, will thank you!

SPONSOR: Ultra Pet

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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 Nico du Preez:

Linktree: https://linktr.ee/ZoomiesOfficial?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=be5672d4-b101-484d-9480-de1073fed63f

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr_nic_vet/

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.za

Just 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/

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00:00 Zoomies Vet Outreach Initiative

04:20 Advice for Pet Owners

09:41 Pet Care Complexity Online

13:43 Evaluating Pet Food Choices

16:41 Feeding Dogs Fresh Whole Foods

20:33 Dogs Eating Grass: Behavioural or Nausea?

22:38 Pet Vaccination: Why It Matters

25:09 Signs and Variations of Pain

29:25 Discussing Pet Obesity Challenges

32:09 Balancing Medicine Approaches

36:17 Annual Checkups Are Essential

38:56 Laughing Through Life's Moments

41:43 Cat Arm Humping Confusion

45:00 Know Your Pet's Normals

49:23 Hopeful Conversations with AI

51:13 Pause and Effect Podcast