Welcome to another episode of the Pet Purpose Podcast, the show where my guests and I talk all things pet related… topics that help passionate pet parents take pet parenting to the next level, and topics that are simply of interest for pet parents.   “I now pronounce you….. woof, woof , woof!” Have you ever attended a wedding? I’m sure you have. Did the bridal couple have their pet involved in their special occasion? Did you even know that having a furry family friend being involved in a...

Welcome to another episode of the Pet Purpose Podcast, the show where my guests and I talk all things pet related… topics that help passionate pet parents take pet parenting to the next level, or topics that are simply of interest for pet parents.  Dental disease in our pets is extremely common, in fact every pet will have some degree of dental disease at some stage of their life. Not only is it very common, but it also can lead to some very serious health consequences if not managed...

Welcome to another episode of the Pet Purpose Podcast, the show where my guests and I talk all things pet related… topics that help passionate pet parents take pet parenting to the next level, or topics that are simply of interest for pet parents.  Our pets can at times get infections of the respiratory tract. In this episode I talk all about Kennel Cough disease in dogs: ·      what is coughing ·      what are the signs of Kennel Cough ·      where can dogs pick up a Kennel Cough...

Welcome to another episode of the Pet Purpose Podcast, the show where my guests and I talk all things pet related… topics that help passionate pet parents take pet parenting to the next level, or topics that are simply of interest for pet parents.  Being a social species, dogs can at times develop separation anxiety. In this episode, I talk all about separation anxiety: ·      what it is ·      what are the signs ·      why can dogs develop separation anxiety ·      how to prevent it ·     ...

Welcome to another episode of the Pet Purpose Podcast, the show where my guests and I talk all things pet related… topics that help passionate pet parents take pet parenting to the next level, or topics that are simply of interest for pet parents.   Summer is such an awesome time of the year, but there are some potential hazards for our pets that summer brings along with it. This episode covers 5 potential summer dangers for our pets that pet parents need to be aware of. Enjoy the...

Welcome to another episode of the Pet Purpose Podcast, the show where my guests and I talk all things pet related… topics that help passionate pet parents take pet parenting to the next level, or topics that are simply of interest for pet parents.  Itching in our pets is a very common condition and can be very distressing not only for the affected pet but also for the pet parents. It can be a condition that is emotionally draining, heartbreaking, frustrating, annoying and embarrassing all at...

Welcome to another episode of the Pet Purpose Podcast, the show where my guests and I talk all things pet related… topics that help passionate pet parents take pet parenting to the next level or topics that are simply of interest for pet parents.  Grooming dogs is both a skill and an art, and there are many benefits to having your dog groomed by a professional groomer. Join myself, Brett the Vet and special guest Lynda Olsen, who is the Operations and Training Manager at Blue Wheelers...

Welcome to another episode of the Pet Purpose Podcast, the show where my guests and I talk all things pet related… topics that help passionate pet parents take pet parenting to the next level or topics that are simply of interest for pet parents.  It is sometimes easy to take the sense of sight for granted, but for those people who are blind or for those with low vision, this can severely limit their independence and sense of freedom. Guide dogs are a fantastic way to help blind and low...

Pets are so important in our lives and they form part of the family for so many people, but not all forms of housing are pet friendly. Certain parts of the residential sector place restrictions on pet ownership which means that not everyone is able to enjoy the benefits of pet ownership. Join Brett the Vet and special guest Dr Emma Power, a senior lecturer at Western Sydney University, as they talk about some of these restrictions across different forms of housing. They also discuss what...

Losing a beloved companion can be utterly heartbreaking, and anyone who has lost their best friend can no doubt attest to this. Dealing with grief is something we all have to go through at various stages of our lives. So how do we deal with the loss of a pet? What exactly is grief and what is anticipatory grief? What are the typical stages of grief? How does one go about reaching out for help from others? What are the benefits of reaching out to a neutral, third-party professional? How do...

Once the very difficult decision has been made to euthanise a pet, or once a pet has died, what then – what happens to their remains? Where does their body go? What if you want their ashes returned? How would you know that it’s your pet’s ashes that are being returned to you? What types of memorabilia are available for pet parents? What are some of the costs involved in cremation? Knowing what happens to your beloved companion once they are no longer with you can help alleviate some of the...

It’s likely that we all wish that our beloved pets could live forever. Unfortunately, this is not the case and at some stage we will be faced with the difficulty of losing a pet. This may be due to old age or could be due to a terminal illness. What’s involved in the euthanasia of a pet? What should one expect? When is the right time to say goodbye? And, how does one deal with the guilt that comes with making the difficult decision to euthanise a pet? Join Brett the Vet and special guest Dr...

Do you insure your car, your home, your other valuables? Do you have health insurance for you and your family? And what about your pet – is your pet insured for any unforeseen health issues that may arise during its lifetime? After all, they are such an important part of the family. Join Brett the Vet and his special guest Dr Danielle Hoolahan, the Chief  Veterinary Officer at PetSure, as they talk about Pet Insurance. Is pet insurance worth it? What should you consider when taking out pet...

Have you ever marvelled at a guide dog together with their visually impaired handler; how they work so well together as a unit, and how they manage to get around so seamlessly? Join Brett the Vet and his special guest Ryan Jones from Guide Dogs Australia as they talk about the origins of Guide Dogs, what’s involved in the training of a Guide Dog and what makes for a great guide dog unit. Ryan also explains the importance of increasing the awareness of Guide Dogs and their handlers as well as...

Have you ever wanted to take your pet on public transport but you weren’t able to? This is an issue that faces many pet parents. Join my guest Dr Jennifer Kent and I as we discuss the topic of pets and public transport. We cover off what some of restrictions are regarding pets on public transport, what the implications are of these restrictions, how regulations differ around the globe, and what you can do to advocate for positive change. For show notes to this episode visit...

Ever wondered what goes into the design of a dog park? Join my guest and I as we talk about how important dog parks are in our communities, what’s involved in the design of a dog park and how you can get the most out of your dog park. My guest, Dan Sharp, is from Tyrrell Studio who are the recipients of an award of excellence for the design of Shale Hills Dog Park in Western Sydney Parklands. Enjoy the discussion. For show notes to this episode visit...

In this episode of the Pet Purpose Podcast I have a chat with Sandra Trujillo who is the founder of Puppy Scam Awareness Australia. In this wide ranging discussion we have a chat about what puppy scamming is and how easily someone could fall victim to one of these scams. We also talk about the importance of how to look out for a scam and how to avoid being scammed when buying a puppy. For show notes to this episode visit https://TailOvation.com.au/pet-purpose-podcast/ Disclaimer: The Pet...

In this episode of the Pet Purpose Podcast I have a chat with Dr Sarah Howard from PAW by Blackmores about arthritis in our pets. In this wide ranging discussion we talk about what arthritis is, how someone might know if their pet has arthritis and how arthritis could be diagnosed. We also cover some of the causes of arthritis and how to help care for and manage a pet that is suffering from this painful and debilitating disease. For show notes to this episode visit...

In this episode of the Pet Purpose Podcast Brett the Vet discusses what to look out for in pets that have been poisoned by some commonly available and commonly used rat poisons. He also talks about some of factors that are responsible for the recent mouse plagues in certain parts of Australia and how to help prevent your pet from becoming poisoned with rodenticides. Disclaimer: The Pet Purpose Podcast contains general information about animal health care conditions and treatments. The...

In this episode of the Pet Purpose Podcast we discuss the greyhound breed, what some of their characteristics are and what type of pets they make. We cover some of the medical conditions the Greyhound breed is predisposed to and what’s involved in the process of adopting of a Greyhound dog. My guest, Dr Rebecca Goode, is a veterinarian who works for GAP VIC, which is the Greyhound Adoption Program in Victoria. Enjoy the conversation. Disclaimer: The Pet Purpose Podcast contains general...

Join Brett the Vet in part 2 of this 2 part episode where he chats with specialist veterinary oncologist Dr David Lurie. The conversation continues with a discussion about the staging and grading of cancer and what some of the treatment options are. Breed predispositions, early detection and some common types of cancers are also the topic of discussion. Listen to this episode so that you can help keep your pet happy and healthy.

Join Brett the Vet in part 1 of this 2 part episode where he chats with specialist veterinary oncologist Dr David Lurie about what can cause lumps and bumps in our pets, how vets evaluate these lumps and bumps and how samples are taken from lumps. The discussion also includes what cancer is and how it forms as well as what the difference is between benign vs malignant growths. Listen to this episode so that you can help keep your pet happy and healthy.

Join Brett the Vet as he chats with Dr Mark Kelman about Parvovirus. Brett asks Mark all the questions you'd want to know about Parvo, including what it is, what dangers it poses for our pets and how to protect your pets against this nasty disease. Mark also talks about the Paws for a Purpose initiative and how you can help support. Listen to this episode so that you are well informed and know how to help stop the spread of this disease and protect your pet against parvovirus.

Did you know there are some common everyday foods in your kitchen that could potentially kill your dog? Discover what these foods are so that you can easily avoid them, keeping your dog safe. Disclaimer: The Pet Purpose Podcast contains general information about animal health care conditions and treatments. The information is not advice, and should not be treated as such. You must not rely on the information on the Pet Purpose Podcast as an alternative to animal health care advice from your...