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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:
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
Check out Ultra Pets New range here: https://ultra-pet.co.za/product/premium-recipe-adult/
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/
FOR SPONSORSHIPS AND GUEST APPEARANCES, Email us at [email protected] and we'll get in touch with you.
Don't forget to LIKE this if you found it helpful, SUBSCRIBE for more episodes and content like this.
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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
By Dr Carra WaltersReady 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:
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
Check out Ultra Pets New range here: https://ultra-pet.co.za/product/premium-recipe-adult/
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/
FOR SPONSORSHIPS AND GUEST APPEARANCES, Email us at [email protected] and we'll get in touch with you.
Don't forget to LIKE this if you found it helpful, SUBSCRIBE for more episodes and content like this.
------------------------------------------------------------
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