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The MacVet PodcastWeight of evidenceReturning to the show for a third episode is our favourite exercise physiologist, Marcelle Malan! Marcelle works in private practice in Melbourne, Australia, helping clients understand how to engage with exercise to promote resilience and maintain physical and cognitive function well into older age. In this episode, Marcelle brings us up to date on the most effective types of exercise for women going into and after menopause. There's a weight of evidence that shows women significantly benefit from using weights, but sometimes the messages we hear from social media personalities can be misleading.2025-05-291h 03
The MacVet PodcastAssertive communicationHow would you like to have better interactions with others, less conflict at work, and to feel more confident in what you say? Becoming an assertive communicator could help!Gill Hasson has spent the past 30 years helping people improve their communication skills and realise their potential. She is a teacher, tutor, lecturer, speaker and has written close to 40 books.In this episode, we discuss:how to deal with difficult people,simple tips to start improving your communication,Italian coffee makers and being wary of cows in a field....2025-05-151h 00
The MacVet PodcastFitting conversationTwo years since the podcast launched, we're catching up with our first guest from the world of fitness, Matt Gleed. Matt has worked in the fitness industry for nearly 25 years, providing a range of services from individual personal training, through to representing global fitness brands such as TRX and Matrix Fitness as an education specialist working with other personal trainers.Matt has a knack for inspiring and motivating the people around him, winning numerous awards in recognition of this.In this episode, we catch up on Matt's latest role as Community and Leisure Manager...2025-05-0148 min
BehaviouRVNs33. Dr Katrin Jahn, DrMedVet, CertVA, MANZCVS (Veterinary Behaviour) MRCVS - sharing the knowledgeDr Katrin Jahn, DrMedVet, CertVA, MANZCVS (Veterinary Behaviour), DACVB, MRCVSBoard-Certified Specialist in Veterinary Behaviour MedicineFear Free Certified ProfessionalKatrin has been a veterinarian for over 25 years and have owned and run her own practice for over 15 of those years, providing her with a wealth of knowledge and experience in all areas of veterinary medicine and pet health.Katrin and I chat about her new online courses in dog and cat care available for pet caregivers and professionals alike in 'Learn to Speak Dog' and 'Learn to Speak Cat'. Then...2025-04-2325 min
The MacVet PodcastDoing things differentlyBack in 2012, farmer Dan Luff felt there had to be a different way to buy and sell cattle, so he decided to take matters into his own hands and co-founded SellMyLivestock, the online livestock marketplace. He soon came across challenges that threatened to derail the startup but, reflecting on what the issues were and how they could be overcome, he and co-founder Jamie McInnes were able to adapt and build what is today an established and thriving business. In this episode, we discuss:taking a positive attitude to...2025-04-1749 min
The MacVet PodcastCommunication, coffee and connectionDr Paul Gaffney helps people get results when working under pressure. He is Lead Consultant in High Performance Sport Clinical Psychology at the Sport Ireland Institute and was Head of Psychology for Team Ireland for the 2024 Paris Olympic Games.You may have heard his name if you're a fellow snooker fan, as Paul also works with professional snooker player Mark Allen.Paul's journey to become a clinical psychologist was influenced by personal loss and the guidance of mentors. In this episode we discuss:2025-04-0356 min
The MacVet PodcastTongue twisting talentRenowned for his tongue twisting talent on University Challenge, the UK’s toughest TV quiz show, Roger Tilling is the voice-over artist who can accurately pronounce the most complicated surnames at pace!Roger’s journey to become an airline pilot gave him a great foundation in confident communication skills, so when he was forced to consider a different career path, broadcasting offered an ideal alternative to apply those skills. In this episode, we discuss: essential communication skills for an effective voice actor,tips to warm up v...2025-03-2041 min
The MacVet PodcastDon't settle for average!Jodi Wallace believes we should all challenge ourselves to push for better and to not settle for average.Setting this example in her own practise has seen her recognised as 2023 Bovine Practitioner of the Year by the American Association of Bovine Practitioners.Jodi is proud to be a 6th generation dairy farmer, working alongside her husband on their 100-cow farm in Quebec, Canada. Their inspiring results from a focus on calf care on farm set Jodi on a mission to share their experiences and help others to also strive for better results...2025-03-0651 min
The MacVet PodcastPicture thisPaul Worpole shoots people for a living...using his camera! He specialises in creating portraits for people who hate having their photo taken.
Many people find that being in front of a camera induces a fear response, which can be seen through facial expressions and body positions captured on camera, leading to disappointing results for all involved.
Being skilled at helping people relax and overcome their nervousness can transform the process of having your photo taken, so you end up with an image that looks far more like you!
In this episode, we...2024-12-2335 min
The MacVet PodcastRisk and rewardWith a long and illustrious career in veterinary practice and research, Martin Green has significantly contributed to improvements in cattle health and welfare. He recently took a step back from full-time work but remains firmly involved in research and advisory roles.
Beginning his farm vet career surrounded by inspirational colleagues, Martin went on to build strong relationships with his farmers, valuing the opportunity to provide strong technical knowledge as part of a team approach to improving production and performance.
In this episode, we discuss:
the high risks associated with providing preventative health care
how...2024-12-1943 min
The MacVet PodcastPositive mental attitudePete Orpin began his career like so many vets do; concerned that he'd make mistakes and not have enough knowledge to be a 'good vet'.
However, he soon realised that it was far more important to focus on forging strong relationships with his clients, to build trust and work together to approach problem solving on farm.
He applied this approach when co-creating the myhealthyherd.com herd health management tool, to facilitate herd health planning between vets and farmers.
In this episode, we discuss:
setting your mind into a position of positivity
does...2024-12-0539 min
The MacVet PodcastBeing on the same pageVibeke Fladkjear Nielsen soon realised that becoming a successful consultant would take more than her agriculture degree. Returning to university to complete a masters degree in psychology gave her the foundation to better understand what motivates people.
Vibeke is a Danish specialist in LEAN and change management in the dairy industry. She has more than 15 years of practical and theoretical experience helping people work together more effectively on farm.
In this episode, we discuss:
what are some of the barriers to helping people make changes,
recognising that what...2024-11-2132 min
The MacVet PodcastSay that againIn this episode, we revisit conversations with two former guests, David Main and Alison Blackler.
David shares his own experience of being on the receiving end of poor communication, after his wife was diagnosed with terminal cancer.
Alison shares her most important communication skill and one she recommends we can all work on, our ability to listen to understand, rather than to respond.
Listen to the full length episodes by clicking on the links below:
David
https://www.macvetltd.co...2024-11-0827 min
The MacVet PodcastThe cow whisperer“Listen to the cow – she’s got know-how!”Joep Driessen is a veterinarian, entrepreneur and businessman. He is co-creator of Vetvice and creator of the globally successful CowSignals training programme. Joep is an energetic, passionate cow-communicator on amission to inspire vets, farmers and advisors to ‘do the right thing’ for the cow, so everyone benefits. Based on observation of cow behaviours in different environments, and recognition of what conditions make cows 'happy', the CowSignals training programme aims to help farmers prevent disease, increase income, and improve cow welfare. Joep has educ...2024-10-2451 min
The MacVet PodcastThe art of communicationFormer Secretary of State for Defra (Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs), George Eustice has spent the past 25 years working in various roles within the world of British politics. As a 6th generation farmer, the expectation had been to continue working within the family business but a formative event at age 22 prompted the move into the political arena. George subsequently had four years experience of communication and media management at the highest level in politics. This year (2024) has seen the start of a new career path for George, as...2024-10-1036 min
The MacVet PodcastTotal DairyJulia Moorhouse is the head of veterinary services for Map of Ag, a company that provides a data platform for the agrifood sector, connecting farms and industry. In this role, she supplies technical advice to dairy processors, retailers and their producers.Prior to joining Map of Ag, Julia worked in mixed, mainly farm animal practice in the north of England for 13 years. Growing up on a pedigree dairy cattle farm influenced her decision to become a vet and communicating with farmers remains her key drive in the varied work she delivers today.2024-10-0324 min
The MacVet PodcastSolid foundationsHow would expectations compare with the reality of starting work as a vet? Sky Tetlow has just completed her first year in farm animal practice. Looking back, she reflects on how valuable it was to invest time and effort into finding the right practice for her.
Having joined Cross Counties Farm Vets - part of the VetPartners group - she set about building her skills in calving, castrations and call outs, taking a positive attitude when faced with challenging situations and reaching out to others to build knowledge and confidence.
2024-09-2629 min
The MacVet PodcastBridging the gapAlice Swift believes that farmers can benefit from opportunities that come from building closer relationships with retailers.
Having worked in the dairy and beef sectors for over 20 years, it is her experience and expertise in bridging the gap between farmers and retailers that drives her continued passion working to support the agriculture industry.
Growing up on a hill farm in North East England, Alice developed a deep-seated desire to work with and support farmers through her career in agriculture. It was the experiences during her degree course and placement year tha...2024-09-1250 min
The MacVet PodcastConfidence in practice IINew and recent veterinary graduates often worry about projecting confidence in their roles.
In this clip from Series 2 of The MacVet Podcast, Kat Hart talks about her experiences as a new and recent graduate on farm.
Kat grew up on a farm and talks about how this helped when making connections with farmer clients. She shares some some excellent tips on how to use communication to build connections and confidence on farm.
You can listen to the full episode here: https://www.macvetltd.co...2024-08-2914 minThe MacVet PodcastConfidence in practice INew and recent veterinary graduates often worry about projecting confidence in their roles. Communication can help with this.
Stuart Russell didn't come from a farming background and was conscious of his lack of farming knowledge. In this clip, he talks about his approach to building confidence as a new vet on farm, with some excellent tips on how to use communication to learn and build connections.
You can listen to the full episode here: https://www.macvetltd.co.uk/podcast/episode/1eb16681/balanced-conversations-better-understanding
Stuart...2024-08-2919 min
The MacVet PodcastHome is where the heart isLarge animal vet and dairy farmer Hazell Mullins loves the variety of her work, which includes being the current president of Veterinary Ireland. In this role, she hopes to support younger vets build their confidence and skills in communication.Hazell has enjoyed working in clinical practice over the past 11 years and shares her exploits through her popular Instagram account Vet On The Moove. Having worked in different parts of Ireland since graduation, she recently moved back home to Cork.In this episode, we discuss:2024-08-1551 min
The MacVet PodcastPeople developmentJo Speed has an affinity for supporting people, especially those who work with cows. She has worked in the dairy industry for over 20 years, holding positions with Kite Consulting, DairyCo/AHDB and Promar.
Jo recently set up her own business - Jo Speed Coaching – after training to become a life coach, and in this role, she applies her skills as a mentor, coach and facilitator.
In this episode, we discuss:
how asking questions can achieve a better outcome than telling someone what to do,
not letting a feeling of discomfort stop you from pushing yourself out of your comfort zone to g...2024-07-1838 min
The MacVet PodcastTell it like it isDairy market analyst Chris Walkland believes in speaking his mind. As a consummate communicator, he believes that sharing opinions with others should be done with diplomacy, confidence and a thorough understanding of the topic.
Chris soon recognised that his passion for communicating could be channelled into supporting the dairy industry, by bringing to data to life and explaining the relevance to UK dairy farmers.
Data analysis could be for many a 'dry' topic; to avoid this, Chris adds his own flamboyant style and storytelling, which extends to his choice...2024-07-0437 min
Hawaii Unites PodcastRisks of Novel BioTech Interventions - with Holistic Veterinarian Roger Meacock MRCVSHawai'i Unites founder Tina Lia talks with holistic veterinarian Roger Meacock MRCVS about the unintended consequences of novel biotech interventions. Discussion includes experimental lab-altered mosquito releases in Hawai'i, livestock injections and prion disease risks, technologies expanding at a pace that doesn't allow for sufficient safety studies, governments and regulators in denial, conflicts of interest, and lack of trust in agenda-driven narratives.Roger Meacock MRCVS is a natural vet from the U.K. and Member of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons who has been working in cutting edge medical technologies, including bioresonance therapy and energy treatments, for...2024-06-301h 04
The MacVet PodcastThe Resilient Ageing ProjectClinical exercise physiologist Marcelle Malan joins us again on the show to share details of her latest educational programme, the Resilient Ageing Project.
Her objective for using this with both clients and fitness professionals, is to provide scientifically proven and evidence based exercise strategies for maintaining cognitive function (including memory, language skills, concentration and reaction time) into older age.
In season 1, Marcelle talked about the application and benefits of exercise for women in perimenopause and menopause.
In this episode, we discuss:
what...2024-06-2033 min
The MacVet PodcastThe 4th dimensionRenowned animal welfare researcher Nina von Keyserlingk believes that scientists can help bridge the gap between public values and animal welfare, providing evidence on which systems work for the animals, work for the farmers and resonate with societal values.
Nina grew up on her family cattle ranch in British Colombia,
Canada, and she is now the NSERC* Industrial Research Chair Professor at the University of British Columbia. She is internationally recognised as a pioneer in the field of farm animal welfare research.
In this episode, we discuss:
defining animal welfare, with a recognition that we must factor in the humans...2024-06-0649 minBehaviouRVNs26. Dr Katrin Jahn, DrMedVet, CertVA, MANZCVS (Veterinary Behaviour) MRCVS - helping through harmonyDr Katrin Jahn, DrMedVet, CertVA, MANZCVS (Veterinary Behaviour), MRCVS ACVB & ECAWBM Resident in Veterinary Behaviour Medicine
Fear Free Certified Professional
I have been a veterinarian for over 20 years and have owned and run my own practice for over a decade. This has provided me with a wealth of knowledge and experience in all areas of pet health.
I am also a pet owner so I understand how special the bonds and relationships are that we have with our pets and how difficult it can be when that relationship gets challenged or damaged.
I am extremely passionate about treating each patient...2024-06-0336 min
The MacVet PodcastLife with LonghornsElise Sutton had not planned on forging a career in farming, yet when she failed her A levels, she started on a path that would lead her to work with the majestic English Longhorn breed. Elise manages the herd of Longhorn cattle at Cherry Lodge Farm in Wiltshire, South West England, a role she holds through Natural England.
In this episode, we discuss:
Longhorn breed characteristics and traits: including their gentle nature, calving ease and longevity,
how to communicate more effectively with farmers when coming from a non-farming background and the importance of being relatable,
building a strong support...2024-05-2332 min
The MacVet PodcastThe business of vettingAccompanying his father on visits as a child, Den saw first-hand the special relationship that farm vets can have with their farming clients. Recognising that, unlike his three veterinary brothers, he would feel better suited to farm
vet practice, Den began his career at his father’s practice.
After several years he decided that perhaps farm vetting could be done differently, so together with good friend and colleague Charlie Lambert, they set up a practice in
Cheshire. This soon grew into Lambert, Leonard and May, a practice that would go on to disrupt the st...2024-05-231h 03
The MacVet PodcastBeyond a life in practiceVeterinarian Gwen Rees found herself reassessing her options as she realised she needed to move away from clinical work. Finding an opportunity to study what influences farmer decisions in their use of medicines gave her the chance to explore human behaviour, adding novel insights into the world of improved veterinary and farmer communication.
Gwen now lectures at Aberystwyth University in Wales and is the president of the British Veterinary Association Wales Branch. She also leads the Veterinary Prescribing Champions (VPCs) network, part of the Arwain DGC project that looks at ways to reduce the use of antimicrobials in cattle...2024-05-0941 min
The MacVet PodcastGalvanizeFarmer and veterinarian Kat Hart believes you shouldn't let a lack of experience hold you back from trying something new. If it's something you are passionate about doing, then make a start and you can learn the skills along the way.
Kat is part of a team of farm vets working in England, where she specialises in young stock, having developed this role from scratch within the practice she's worked in since graduating in 2011.
In this episode, we discuss:
practical tips for vets worried about feeling confident...2024-04-2542 min
The MacVet PodcastCommunication, curiosity and complexitiesDavid Main is a vet and professor of production animal health and welfare at the Royal Agricultural University, England.
His research interests lie in welfare education, the science and practice of knowledge exchange, animal welfare assessment and improvement strategies.
Like many, he began his veterinary career expecting to improve animal health and welfare by sharing his technical knowledge and expertise with clients. Soon recognising that this was not the most effective approach to take, he became increasingly interested in learning more about communication style in medical and veterinary interactions.
In...2024-04-1144 min
The MacVet PodcastJust do it!Heather Wildman loves helping people and businesses understand how they can get the most out of themselves. Using her own experiences working in different agribusinesses, she knows the importance of management style to build motivated and positive teams, and what happens when bad behaviour and poor attitudes are tolerated within a team.
Another facet of Heather's work is helping businesses and farming families with their succession planning, ensuring that businesses can continue to run smoothly once key people retire, move to another job or have died.
In this episode...2024-03-2854 min
The MacVet PodcastA juggling actRural geographer David Christian Rose recognises that farming can feel like a juggling act. In his role as Elizabeth Creak Chair in Sustainable Agri-Food Systems at Harper Adams University, David leads the 'Change in Agriculture' research group, whose objective is to help farmers and farming stakeholders navigate the changes being asked of them.
David has considerable experience communicating his views and research findings across many and varied platforms, including the mainstream media, farming press and as part of the debating team at Oxford University discussing the benefits of eating a balanced diet that includes...2024-03-2842 min
The MacVet PodcastEmpowering peopleKristen Reyher enjoys working with animals but ultimately became a veterinarian to help the people who’s lives depend on their animals. In her role as Professor of Veterinary Epidemiology and Population Health at Bristol Vet School, Kristen enjoys teaching the next generation of vet students and supporting her research team achieve success.
Kristen has a passion for data, describing herself as a 'mathlete'. She is also fascinated by human behaviour: what motivates people in their use of antimicrobials, and how vets can communicate more effectively about motivating change to manage endemic diseases such as mastitis and la...2024-03-1439 min
The MacVet PodcastA little bit of attitudeIn each episode of the podcast, I like to ask my guests about their favourite cow breed. On this occasion, I wanted to speak to someone who could tell me more about my own favourite dairy breed, the Ayrshire. My guest in this episode is Duncan Hunter, someone who has vast experience and understanding of this beautiful breed.
Over generations, Duncan and his family built up their prize-winning herd, the Haresfoot Ayrshires, which were in the top 1% in the UK for production for many years and won numerous awards with their high-quality milk and...2024-02-2933 min
The MacVet PodcastThe art and science of being a vetVeterinarian Ryane Englar is a leading light in the field of communication skills development, helping veterinary students become the vet they want to be.
She is Associate Professor and Executive Director of veterinary clinical and professional skills at the University of Arizona College of Veterinary Medicine, USA. Ryane is also a researcher, with a particular interest in clinical communications and relationship-centred care. She has authored multiple books for veterinarians.
In this episode, we discuss:
relationship-centred care in veterinary practice: what it is and how it can improve our interactions with clients,
our interpretation of situations...2024-02-2950 min
The MacVet PodcastChoose life!Chris Moon is a motivational speaker. He talks about his own experience of facing challenging situations, that many
people would have struggled to cope with. This includes being blown up whilst supervising mine-clearance in Mozambique, barely surviving and ending up minus an arm and a leg.
He became the world’s first amputee ultra-distance runner; he’s experienced being in dark places and finding a way out of them. A key principle that Chris speaks about is that we should all challenge the concept of limitations we face through life.
In...2024-02-1531 minThe MacVet PodcastTurning 21In this Christmas catch up with Rachael Porter, we chat about highlights from the year and plans for 2024.
Cow Management magazine reaches a milestone next year and Rachael shares some of the exciting plans in store for its readers.
Listen to the full episode with Rachael Porter 'Fascinated by farming' in season 1.2023-12-1802 minThe MacVet PodcastPeople powerIn this short Christmas catch up with farm vet Sarah Tomlinson, we find out how important it is to gather people together so they can share their experiences.
Sarah explains why she feels the recent conference on TB control in England was so well received.
You can hear Sarah's full length interview in episode 2 of the podcast 'Never turn down a cuppa!'.
2023-12-1805 min
The MacVet PodcastWhat's it all about?Wondering what to expect from this podcast?
Listen in to this brief introduction from creator Fiona MacGillivray.2023-12-1101 min
The MacVet PodcastLa dolce vitaGiovanni Gnemmi is a world-renowned expert in bovine ultrasonography, sharing the knowledge he has acquired over 30 years with veterinarians and farm workers around the globe.
He is professor of bovine reproduction at the University of Valencia, Spain, where he is also an active researcher in this field.
Giovanni clearly has a passion for what he does; from a young age he was determined to become a veterinarian and work with cows, despite not coming from a farming background. Indeed, this affinity for cattle and desire to help others learn the benefits of ultrasonography is so...2023-11-3046 min
The MacVet PodcastReach outAlison Blackler is an international mind coach with first-hand experience of the importance of achieving self-confidence and self-awareness; prior to becoming a coach, her severe lack of confidence impacted her life every day, affecting her work and relationships.
Today, she helps others to understand themselves, sharing useful tools to develop their own confidence and guiding them to positive change. Alison is also a public speaker, podcaster and has authored two books.
In this episode, Alison talks about:
imposter syndrome - what it is and how to recognise the signs
not being...2023-11-1639 min
The MacVet PodcastLearning togetherNikki Yoxall is passionate about helping bring about change in farming practices through understanding and partnership. She has a background in education, training and horses, and was excited when the opportunity arose to add farming to her daily life, setting up Grampian Graziers with her husband James in Aberdeenshire, UK.Nikki’s work is focused on agroecological transitions, understanding farmers’ cultural identities and social practices to enable mixed farming futures. In this episode, Nikki talks about:the importance of using the 'right' language for mutual understanding,em...2023-11-0242 min
The MacVet PodcastCircuitously into communicationsTaking a rather circuitous route through different companies and roles in communications led Patrick Donohoe to his current role as director of communications and corporate affairs with Lakeland Dairies, a dairy processing co-operative based in Ireland, with customers in 70 countries across the world. One of his recent roles was working as an advisor to the Irish minister for agriculture, food and the marine.
Having such a broad range of experience puts Patrick in a fantastic position to talk about the importance of using communication to shape the implementation of policy, to keep company employees updated and engaged, and conveying...2023-10-1939 min
The MacVet PodcastThe wall of wordsUnderstanding people and what motivates them is a key skill that Karen Halton possesses. One of the ways she has demonstrated this is to create the 'wall of words' with her farm team. Everyone was asked to come up with one word that summed up how they feel about the industry or working on the farm. Those words were then printed and posted on the milking parlour wall, acting as a powerful reminder of the team's purpose.
Alongside her passion for cows, Karen believes in investing in the team of people she works with.
In...2023-10-1935 min
The MacVet PodcastFor the love of cowsBecoming the passionate and inspirational dairy farmer she is today seems to have been Karen Halton's destiny, as was marrying her teenage sweetheart, Tom. Central to everything in her farming life are the cows; Karen, Tom, and the team strive to provide an environment that achieves high welfare for the cows and calves. Having the opportunity to look round with Karen before our conversation, it was clear to see that the Haltons' Cheshire farm is indeed 'the home of happy healthy crossbred cows'.
In this episode, Karen talks about:
not shying away from 'difficult' questions
how diversifying helps reach more...2023-10-0543 min
The MacVet PodcastConstantly curiousJoe Navarro is an international bestselling author, having published 14 books including the world number 1 book on body language, What Every BODY Is Saying. He began studying human behaviour as a boy, having fled to the US with his family from Cuba in the 1960s, and continued to build his skills and insight during his 25 years working as a special agent for the FBI. In this episode, Joe talks about: the difference between children and adults in their observational skills and the reasons behind this, how n...2023-10-0537 min
The Underdog Vet PodcastS2:E7 - Meghan Vaught - Maine Veterinary Medical Centre (USA)Welcome to this episode of The Underdog Vet Podcast!
In this episode’s Animal Advocate Interview, I spoke with Dr Meghan Vaught a vet from the Maine Veterinary Medical Centre in Maine on the East coast of America.
Meghan is a Critical Care Specialist and one of the medical directors at the hospital. She was the lead vet on a particularly upsetting case back in June 2022.
Meghan and I discussed the details of the case, its coverage in local media and the subsequent repercussions of that cove...2023-09-2953 minBehaviouRVNs10. Hannah Capon MRCVS - the Lara Croft of OsteoarthritisSpecial guest week and I chat to the amazing Hannah Capon MRCVS and founder of 'Canine Arthritis Management'
Canine Arthritis Management was set up and is led by award-winning vet Dr Hannah Capon, winner of the 2019 CEVA Vet of the Year Award and the 2020 Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons Impact Award. Hannah’s goal is to educate people about canine arthritis. She does this by creating online content about the early detection and multimodal management of canine arthritis for caregivers and professionals alike.
Canine Arthritis Management2023-09-2557 min
The MacVet PodcastI see what you're sayingFormer FBI special agent Joe Navarro interviewed a wide range of people during his career - including bank robbers, kidnappers and spies – which provided a special opportunity to observe people and study their body language. Since retiring after 25 years in the FBI, he has shared those observations in his best-selling books, through public speaking and delivering training courses.
In this episode, Joe talks about:
body language and nonverbal communication – is there a difference?
observing nonverbal communication in scientific and non-scientific settings,
the relevance of nonverbal communication in daily life.
2023-09-2129 min
The MacVet PodcastA different way of thinkingTemple Grandin has worked in the livestock industry for over 50 years and has been instrumental in improving animal welfare around the world, through her work in cattle handling design and as an animal behaviourist and academic. She is professor of animal science at Colorado State University, USA and has authored more than 400 articles in scientific journals and livestock publications on animal handling and welfare.
Temple is also a prominent author and speaker on autism, sharing her insights about ‘differently-abled brains’. In her book, Visual Thinking, she describes being an object visualiser, which also allows her to un...2023-09-2130 min
The MacVet PodcastFarmer in trainingDairy farmer Sophie Gregory strongly believes that anyone with a passion to farm can work in this industry. This belief is a testament to her own journey, from accountancy to becoming a first generation farmer alongside her husband Tom.
Sophie shares her experiences through her popular social media accounts @farmer_in_training and @sophieaplin, to help people understand what goes into making a pint of milk and explaining what a dry cow is.
In this episode, Sophie talks about:
raising awareness of farming as a career choice
the importance of having a purpose in life
adapting her accounting skills to...2023-09-0736 min
The MacVet PodcastCreatively speakingDuring his career, retired veterinarian Derek Armstrong worked to improve the control of endemic diseases in cattle and pigs. He grew up on a small farm in Ireland, with initial interests in engineering and agriculture superseded by a degree in veterinary.
Moving from roles in clinical practice and research, Derek became lead veterinary science expert with the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB), the UK's statutory levy board. In this role, he was responsible for delivering a number of programmes designed to support farmers.
Derek's energy and passion to see a coordinated approach to tackle...2023-09-0737 min
The MacVet PodcastPutting things into perspectiveUdder health specialist and prolific author Theo Lam is manager of Research and Development at GD Animal Health in the Netherlands. He is also part-time professor at Utrecht University.
Theo worked in veterinary practice for 10 years but it wasn’t until he moved out of clinical work, and into research, that he started to
appreciate the significance of communication for vets working with farmers to improve udder health.
In this episode, Theo talks about:
discovering a new perspective on how vets can work more effectively
how to change mindsets through social in...2023-08-2448 min
The MacVet PodcastBones, brains and exerciseMarcelle Malan is an accredited exercise physiologist, working in Melbourne, Australia - the coffee capital of the world. She has a special interest in female physiology and menopause, promoting a better understanding of the female body in and through exercise science and medicine. Sharing her expertise in this area, Marcelle runs novel educational trainings for health and fitness professionals from all over the world.
In this episode, Marcelle talks about:
· how professionals need to be able to convey their knowledge to clients in a meaningful way
· achieving better engagement and involvement by avoiding PowerPoint2023-08-2447 min
The MacVet PodcastFascinated by farmingJournalist Rachael Porter decided that writing for and about dairy farmers was something that would make a difference. She has been the editor Cow Management (a technical magazine for progressive dairy farmers) for 20 years. As someone who relishes new challenges, she was excited to recently take on the additional responsibility for publishing the magazine with her business partner.
In this episode, Rachael talks about:
developing your own style as a journalist
how technology has transformed both journalism and farming
the importance of making information and advice relevant for the person expected...2023-08-1038 min
The MacVet PodcastCoaching successTom Hartley is coaching team lead with the independent charity UK Coaching, an organisation that supports coaches across a broad range of different sports. Having worked around the world in different coaching roles for over 20 years, Tom believes that communication and the relationships lie at the heart of successful coaching. As coaching is a skill also relevant to many different roles outside sport, we explore principles and concepts that can be applied to support the creation of successful management or development plans.In this...2023-08-1041 minThe Underdog Vet PodcastS2:E6 - Jemima Harrison - Pedigree Dogs ExposedWelcome to this episode of The Underdog Vet Podcast!
In this episode’s Animal Advocate Interview, I spoke with Jemima Harrison, a TV producer, dog rescuer
and all-round animal welfare campaigner who also runs a small gundog rescue.
She’s probably best known for having produced the ground breaking investigative documentary Pedigree Dogs
Exposed.
It aired on BBC One back in 2008 and exposed a multitude of welfare issues within the pedigree dog
breeding and showing industries.
Jemima and I discussed the heart breaking issues raised...2023-07-281h 02
The MacVet PodcastFollow the leaderOwen Atkinson spends his time making lives better for cows and the people who care for them. After many years working in veterinary practice, he set up his consultancy to provide strategic health advice and tailor-made training to ruminant and dairy agri-businesses. Central to his work is learning how best to communicate with farmers and get positive herd health results from people taking action and embracing change.
In this episode, Owen talks about:
evolving his approach to sharing knowledge and advice,
Buttercup the Jersey house cow,
the challenges and rewards of running a solo business.
...2023-07-2746 min
The MacVet PodcastFertile groundDairy farmer Phil Latham will always have a passion for his cows, but now spends more time supporting the development of a strong and growing team of people, by fostering effective communication.
Not one to shy away from taking on responsibility for both successes and failures, Phil has also been keen to voice his concerns and opinions on behalf of the farming community.
In this episode, Phil talks about:
embracing new challenges - both in farming and diversification
creating an oasis from scratch that's now teeming with wildlife (a zoologist's dream!)2023-07-2745 min
The MacVet PodcastGotta get this message to youJude Capper is a livestock sustainability consultant, having worked in the USA before returning to the UK. Her passion for agriculture and ability to create engaging messages around data and science help her connect with her audience, having spoken at numerous events and conferences around the world.
In this episode, Jude talks about:
being fascinated about what makes us behave the way we do,
the power of 'we' when discussing change as an industry,
'pointy headed syndrome' and its impact on communication.
Listen in to discover Jude's thoughts on communication, cows and coffee!2023-07-1347 min
The MacVet PodcastBalanced conversations, better understandingStuart Russell is a dairy vet with a passion for making data meaningful. He recognises that the way we communicate about data and information has a huge impact on engagement and interpretation. If some decisions in farming feel like a bit of a gamble, using data can improve the odds.
In this episode, Stuart talks about:
recognising that something that makes sense to you might not make sense to other people,
the benefits of being sceptical and the perils of cynicism,
when coffee snobbery goes bad!
Listen in to discover Stuart's thoughts on communication, cows...2023-07-1348 min
The MacVet PodcastMr Blue SkyJames Robinson farms in sunny Cumbria, sharing images of his beautiful herd of Shorthorn cattle on social media and explaining 'what farming actually is' for his avid followers, who range from fellow farmers to people who have never stepped onto a farm in their life.
In this episode, James talks about:
sharing farm life through social media
winning the prestigious Silver Lapwing award in 2022 which recognises outstanding efforts to promote good habitat and environmental management
plans to celebrate 150 years of Robinson family farming
Listen in to discover James's thoughts...2023-06-2938 minThe Underdog Vet PodcastPaws For Thought Episode 1 - Top Five Tips for a Great Relationship with Your Pets' Vet!Paws For Thought - where I chat about my life as a veterinary surgeon.
In this very first episode of the segment I give you five top tips to have the best relationship with your pets' vet! Please do get in touch with any areas or subjects you'd like me to cover in future segments. Email theunderdogvetpodcast@gmail.com
Enjoy!
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The MacVet PodcastTime to take stock?Amy Jackson has worked in agriculture and farming for over 35 years, specialising in crisis management and public relations support of high profile stories such as horsemeat and 'megafarms'. She recently explored the issues around public perceptions of dairy farming, completing a PhD from the University of Nottingham’s Vet School.
In this episode, Amy talks about:
creating better connections with the public
reducing reliance on education alone
listening to understand how people form opinions
Listen in to discover Amy's thoughts on communication, cows and coffee!2023-06-1548 min
The MacVet PodcastA curious mindTommy The Vet Heffernan admits to having had many failures in his career, yet views this as an opportunity to grow and become more resilient in life. Having been infected by 'the learning bug', he feels his knowledge and efforts to improve his own communication skills mean he is now able to 'leave people in a better place because of my interaction with them'.In this episode, Tommy talks about:the importance of having a support network,technology and ecosystems, the future of...2023-06-1553 min
The MacVet PodcastSustainability, sustenance and saltAlasdair Moffett (Moff) is a farm animal veterinarian with 'a bit of a running problem' - he won Snowdonia 50 in 2016, an ultra-running event in the beautiful Welsh National Park. Having completed a MSc in International Animal Health whilst still in practice, he has now taken on the role of Landscape Recovery Manager of the Upper Axe Landscape Recovery Project. In this role, Moff is working with 23 farmers and landowners to reconnect the Axe River and its floodplain upstream of a Special Area of Conservation.
In this episode, Moff talks about:
sustainability and the role of farm...2023-06-0137 min
The MacVet PodcastEthos, pathos, logosHannah Lloyd is a director of Pinstone, an award-winning agri-food rural communications agency. Having grown up on a farm then marrying a farmer, she lives and breathes the agricultural industry and is motivated to help the sector overcome the PR challenges it is so often faced with.
In this episode, Hannah talks about:
the benefits of media training
how to get your message across effectively
the importance of being inquisitive to grow and develop
Listen in to discover Hannah's thoughts on communication, cows and coffee!
https://www.pinstone.co.uk2023-06-0135 minThe Underdog Vet PodcastS2:E5 Bonus - Dr Karen Perry discussing Cranial Cruciate Ligament Surgery TechniquesHello!
This bit is probably only of interest to vets and vet nurses or those with a particular interest in cranial cruciate ligament surgery techniques.
There are a handful of different surgical techniques to repair a ruptured cruciate ligament, which is a pretty good indication that there's no one perfect method!
Each vet will choose which technique is best on a case by case basis. I asked Karen which was her favourite.
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-underdog-podcast/message2023-05-2604 minThe Underdog Vet PodcastS2: E5 - Karen Perry - Veterinary Orthopaedic surgeonWelcome to this episode of The Underdog Vet Podcast!
In this episode’s Animal Advocate Interview, I spoke with Dr Karen Perry a Tenured Associate Professor in Small Animal Orthopaedics and Chief of Small Animal Surgery at Michigan State University in America.
After graduating from Edinburgh vet school in 2005 Karen also completed a residency there in 2010. She then spent 4 years lecturing in orthopaedics at The Royal Veterinary College in London before making the move to Michigan State University.
Karen is passionate about improving veterinary education and ment...2023-05-2655 min
The MacVet PodcastMay the farm be with youAbi Reader is a dairy farmer who works tirelessly to help educate consumers about where their food comes from.
Despite being advised that 'farming was not a good career choice for a girl', she signed up for agricultural college and hasn't looked back since.
In this episode, Abi talks about
how her involvement in a rural leadership course led to setting up a roadshow, complete with a life sized fibreglass farm
how important it is to surround yourself with good people.
Listen in and discover Abi's thoughts on communication, cows and coffee!2023-05-1838 min
The MacVet PodcastCruising the airwavesDavid Johns has over 15 years experience as a reporter and presenter on radio and television, working for ITV and the BBC.In 2015, he decided to sell his house and move aboard a narrowboat, documenting his experiences of cruising and DIY along the way.He is considered by many of his viewers as 'YouTube royalty', with his channel Cruising The Cut currently boasting over 230k subscribers. Which for a fairly niche subject is pretty impressive.In this episode, David talks about:how to be an effective and engaging...2023-05-1834 min
The MacVet PodcastNever turn down a cuppa!Sarah Tomlinson is a farm vet and technical director of the TB Advisory Service (TBAS).
She's passionate about understanding what makes people tick and how communication style can influence the responses of others.
In this episode, Sarah talks candidly about:
work-life balance
the importance of having a sense of control over the infectious disease TB
how surprised she is about how her career has evolved over the last 20 years
Listen in to discover Sarah's thoughts on communication, cows and coffee!
2023-05-0444 min
The MacVet PodcastCommunication tips from Master Trainer MattMatt Gleed is a Master Trainer and education specialist in the world of fitness.
He trains the trainers who use the global fitness brands TRX, Matrix Fitness and Power Plate.
Having worked in the industry for over 20 years, he strongly believes that becoming an effective communicator comes from hard work: striving to improve your skills and having self-awareness.
In this episode, we discuss:
the benefits of adopting a growth mindset
the importance of self-reflection
how to develop skills and not worry about making mistakes along the way
Matt prepared for our...2023-05-0431 min
The MacVet PodcastWelcome to The MacVet PodcastThanks for checking us out!
This introductory episode gives a brief explanation about what to expect from our podcast.
We'd love you to join us as we interview the most interesting people in the world of communication, cows and coffee.2023-05-0101 minThe Underdog Vet PodcastS2: E4 - Laura Ward - Dog BehaviouristWelcome to this episode of The Underdog Vet Podcast!
In this episode’s Animal Advocate Interview I spoke with Laura Ward a Clinical Animal Behaviourist, who specialises in dog aggression.
Laura set up Minds Alike Animal Behaviour after working as a veterinary nurse for 10years. She has always had a passion for how animals think and feel
and now dedicates her time to helping owners solve their dog’s behavioural issues. Laura firmly believes in using only positive approaches and that having
an understanding of how your dog is feeling means you can then appreciate why they are behaving in the w...2023-04-281h 01
Why Do Pets Matter? Hosted by Debra Hamilton, Esq.Dr. Jessica May, MRCVS - Exciting Developments With Veterinary Telemedicine on ”Why Do Pets Matter?” hosted by Debra Hamilton EP 212Dr. Jessica May from the UK joins us on this episode of "Why Do Pets Matter?" to talk about Veterinary Telemedicine: the pros and cons of the new telemed guidelines set by the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) and the important opportunities telemedicine opens up for veterinarians to provide their clients with dynamic professional care wherever a patient might be.
We also talked about how technology can help create better veterinarian-client relationships.
More About Dr. Jessica May, MRCVS
Jessica has worked in mixed and equine practices, both in the United Ki...2023-04-2036 min
Focal Point: the IMV imaging podcastDebunking Laparoscopy Myths with Becky Keeble MRCVS (Simply Keyhole)This month the IMV clinical team welcome Becky Keeble MRCVS to the podcast. Becky is an experienced veterinary surgeon in laparoscopy, having performed over a 1000 procedures and is the co-founder of Simply Keyhole, a laparoscopy service providing veterinary practices with all the advice and training they need to start their own laparoscopy service. During the podcast we discuss the benefits, complication rates and myths surrounding laparoscopic ovariohysterectomies, so tune in to learn more! 2023-04-0147 minThe Underdog Vet PodcastS2: E3 - Dermot Murphy - RSPCA Inspectorate CommissionerWelcome to this episode of The Underdog Vet Podcast!
In this episode’s ‘Animal Advocate Interview’, I chatted with Dermot Murphy the Inspectorate Commissioner of the RSPCA.
The RSPCA is the UK’s largest animal welfare charity. Their work involves raising awareness through their campaigns, rescue and rehabilitation of animals through their network of veterinary hospitals and animal rehoming centres and fighting animal abuse through investigations and prosecutions.
Dermot has worked for the RSPCA for nearly 30 years, starting as an ambulance driver he progressed through the ranks to b...2023-03-311h 03The Underdog Vet PodcastS2: E2 - Dr Sean Wensley FRCVSWelcome to this episode of The Underdog Vet Podcast!
In this episode's Animal Advocate Interview, I spoke to veterinary surgeon and author Dr Sean Wensley.
Sean is a Senior Veterinary Surgeon at the veterinary charity, the PDSA and a recent President of the British Veterinary Association here in the UK. He also chairs the Animal Welfare Working Group of the Federation of Veterinarians of Europe, which represents veterinary organisations from 40 European countries.
Sean has contributed to animal welfare and conservation projects around the world and in 2017 received the inaugural World Veterinary Association (WVA...2023-02-2450 min
The Underdog Vet PodcastS2: E1 - Jade Statt - 'Street Vet UK'Welcome to the first episode of Season Two of The Underdog Vet Podcast!
Kicking off this brand new season and the first Animal Advocate Interview of season two, I spoke with Dr Jade Statt a veterinary surgeon and the Clinical Director and Co-Founder of the UK charity Street Vet.
Street Vet is a multi-award-winning charity that delivers free essential veterinary care and services to the pets of people experiencing homelessness across the UK. Working in combination with the critical support of a host of renowned organisations backing their team of qualified professional volunteers, Street Vet...2023-01-2749 min
The Underdog Vet PodcastS1: E12 - Dr Clare Rusbridge BVMS PhD DipECVN MRCVS - 'Veterinary Neurologist'Welcome to this episode of The Underdog Vet Podcast! Sadly, this is the last episode of Season One but worry not, Season Two is already being recorded!
For the final episode of Season One I have an absolute treat for you dear listener, for this season’s last instalment of The Animal Advocate Interviews I spoke to veterinary neurologist Professor Clare Rusbridge.
Clare graduated from the University of Glasgow in 1991. After completing an Internship in America and a Residency back in the UK, she became the youngest Diplomate of the European College of Veterinary Neurology in...2022-10-261h 11
The Underdog Vet PodcastS1: E11 - Shena Humbert 'Not Another Vet Nurse'Welcome to this episode of The Underdog Vet Podcast!
For this episode’s ‘Animal Advocate Interview’ I spoke with Shena Humbert a licensed Veterinary Technician in Texas, USA and founder of 'Not Another Vet Nurse'.
Founded in 2019, Not Another Vet Nurse is an American non-profit organisation whose aim is to help those who help animals. They focus on providing financial assistance to veterinary nurses and other veterinary professionals worldwide, allowing them to access vital mental health resources such as counselling.
I started by asking Shena why she felt the need to form an organi...2022-09-2550 minThe Underdog Vet PodcastS1: E10 - Wendy Barnett DipAVN (Surgical) RVN PCQI - 'The Pet Blood Bank UK'Welcome to this episode of The Underdog Vet Podcast!
In this episode’s Animal Advocate Interview, I spoke with Wendy Barnett DipAVN (Surgical) RVN PCQI, Founder and Clinical Director of The Pet Blood Bank UK.
Launched in 2007, The Pet Blood Bank UK was set up to support vets by providing a blood service for pets in need of blood transfusions and other blood products such as plasma. The service operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week, to ensure blood is always available to pets who may need it.
Wendy explained why the service was originally set up and how it...2022-08-2442 minThe Underdog Vet PodcastS1: E9 - Dr Rowena Packer BSc (Hons) PhD PGCert(VetEd) FHEA - 'Animal Welfare' Part OneWelcome to this episode of The Underdog Vet Podcast!
In this episode's 'Animal Advocate Interview' I spoke with Dr Rowena Packer BSc (Hons) PhD PGCert(VetEd) FHEA from The Royal Veterinary College here in the UK. Rowena is a Lecturer and researcher in Companion Animal Behaviour & Welfare Science.
Rowena has published extensively on the effect body shape of some dogs has on their health and welfare and lectures student vets and nurses at The Royal Veterinary College in Hertfordshire.
Rowena and I discussed her latest research about Pugs that suggests they can no longer be considered a typical dog, why...2022-07-3159 minThe Underdog Vet PodcastS1: E8 - Sarah Petrov - 'The Freedom Project'WARNING - THIS EPISODE DISCUSSES THE SUBJECT OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE, IF YOU NEED HELP WITH ANYTHING RAISED IN THE TALK, PLEASE USE THE LINKS PROVIDED IN THE EPISODE TEXT.
Welcome to this episode of The Underdog Vet Podcast!
In this episode’s Animal Advocate Interview, I spoke with Sarah Petrov, a Regional Manager for The Dog’s Trust’s Freedom Project.
Launched in 2004, The Freedom Project is a free dog fostering service for people leaving domestic violence situations and going into refuges where, sadly, their dogs aren’t allowed.
The service has recently reached the impressive milestone of helping more than 2,0...2022-07-0845 minThe Underdog Vet PodcastS1: E7 - Millie Rosales DVM, DACVD - 'Veterinary Dermatologist'Welcome to this episode of The Underdog Vet Podcast!
In this episode's Animal Advocate Interview, I spoke to veterinary dermatologist Millie Rosales DVM, DACVD.
Dr Rosales is a board certified veterinary dermatologist, specializing in the care of animals with skin and ear disorders. Since one of the main causes for skin and ear problems in dogs and cats is allergies, she also specialises in allergic disorders of animals.
Dr Rosales runs a specialist veterinary practice in Miami, Florida where she and her team help relieve pets of some truly uncomfortable conditions.
Millie and I spoke about why it's so important...2022-06-1552 minThe Underdog Vet PodcastS1: E6 - Emma Milne BVSc FRCVS - 'Fundamental Animal Welfare Needs'Welcome to this episode of The Underdog Vet Podcast!
In this episode's Animal Advocate Interview, I chatted with my friend, fellow veterinary surgeon, passionate animal welfare campaigner and author Emma Milne!
Emma has been a familiar face in UK homes since the late 1990s when she appeared in the hugely popular BBC 1 programme ‘Vets in Practice’. Since then, Emma has used the platform her fame has provided to advocate, educate and campaign to improve the welfare of animals. She’s campaigned on many topics from hunting with dogs and tail docking to horse welfare, but her main driving force is pedigr...2022-05-2754 minThe Underdog Vet PodcastS1: E5 - Paula Boyden BVetMed MRCVS - 'The Links Group'WARNING - THIS EPISODE DISCUSSES THE SUBJECTS OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE & ANIMAL ABUSE, IF YOU NEED HELP WITH ANYTHING RAISED IN THIS TALK PLEASE USE THE LINKS BELOW
Welcome to this episode of The Underdog Vet Podcast! In this episode's Animal Advocate Interview, I spoke to the Chair of The Links Group, veterinary surgeon, Paula Boyden BVetMed MRCVS.
The Links Group raise awareness of the link between the abuse of people and animals through support, training and inter-agency working. They provide training to veterinary teams to help them recognise and act on concerns of non-accidental injury and domestic abuse through their...2022-05-1155 minThe Underdog Vet PodcastS1: E4 - Hannah Capon MA Vet MB MRCVS - 'Canine Arthritis Management'Welcome to this episode of The Underdog Vet Podcast.
In this episode's Animal Advocate Interview I chatted with Hannah Capon MA Vet MB MRCVS, a veterinary surgeon & founder of Canine Arthritis Management or CAM.
CAM is an online education & support service for owners of arthritic dogs & the professionals who care for them. From simple beginnings as a Facebook page in 2015 where Hannah would promote earlier detection of arthritis in dogs and the use of a multimodal approach to care plans, today it is vital resource for owners and veterinary professionals alike.
Hannah and I chatted about what arthritis is, how...2022-04-131h 02The Underdog Vet PodcastS1: E3 - Olivia Walter - 'Wildlife Vets International'Welcome to this episode of The Underdog Vet Podcast!
In this episode's Animal Advocate Interview, I chatted with Olivia Walter a conservation biologist and the Executive Director of Wildlife Vets International.
WVI is a British charity which has been providing critical veterinary support to international wildlife and conservation projects since 2004. There is a vital medical aspect conservation which is all too often forgotten and so WVI sponsor top veterinary specialists to help conservationists and local vets work to save endangered species worldwide.
Olivia and I talked about why some species are in real danger of becoming extinct and how WVI...2022-04-0256 minThe Underdog Vet PodcastS1: E2 - Chris Allen - 'Medical Detection Dogs'Welcome to this episode of The Underdog Vet Podcast!
In this episode’s Animal Advocate Interview, I chatted with Chris Allen the Dog Training Manager at Medical Detection Dogs.
Medical Detection Dogs is a charity that trains Bio Detection Dogs and Medical Alert Assistance Dogs – don’t worry if you don’t know what I’m talking about because Chris explains everything in our chat!
As well as the incredible work being done by these amazing dogs, we also talked about how these dogs are trained, what their regular working day is like and how the information they’re giving us is being...2022-04-021h 00The Underdog Vet PodcastS1: E1 - Michael Baines - 'The Man That Rescues Dogs'Welcome to the first ever episode of The Underdog Vet Podcast! I am ridiculously excited for you to hear this episode.
For the very first 'Animal Advocate Interview' I chatted with the inspirational Michael Baines.
A chef by profession but a dog rescuer by choice Michael left his native Sweden and moved to Thailand in 2002 where he has become known as the man that rescues dogs. Michael is the President and Co-Founder of The Man That Rescues Dogs Foundation.
Since it was established in 2011 the Foundation has grown massively and now cares for more than 1000 dogs. It has taken over...2022-04-0257 min
The Underdog Vet PodcastThe Underdog Vet Podcast TrailerTrailer for The Underdog Vet Podcast with Dr Judy Puddifoot MRCVS BVetMed, MSc, BSc
Hello, I’m Dr Judy Puddifoot a veterinary surgeon from the UK and this is The Underdog Vet Podcast, home of The Animal Advocate Interviews.
Join me in my virtual consultation room while I chat with some truly inspiring people who have dedicated their lives to helping animals around the World. These chats include a variety of people including vets, campaigners and those who have founded or work for animal charities.
I’ll also throw in the odd anecdote here...2022-01-1601 min
Animals at Home Network79: When to Take Your Reptile to the Vet | Dr. Tariq Abou-Zahr MRCVSDr. Tariq Abou-Zahr MRCVS is an exotic vet and long-time reptile keeper out of the UK. In this episode, we discuss when our reptiles should be taken to the clinic, how often they should have health check-ups and common health issues seen in herpetoculture. We also chat about Tariq's collection, breeding projects, as well as his opinion on minimum snake enclosure size and morphs. SHOW NOTES: https://www.animalsathomenetwork.com/79-dr-tariq-abou-zahr/2021-02-211h 14
Disorderly Dogs!146. Behavior Medications w/ Sophie White BVetMed MSc MRCVSReactive Redefined FREE Mini Course Adventure Dog Academy FREE Mini Course Trustworthy RecallsFollow us on Instagram @agoodfeeling_inco www.agoodfeelingdogtraining.comVetCs discount code DISORDERLYDOGS 10% off your purchase If you like this podcast, be sure to subscribe so you don't miss out on super cool future episodes!Leaving a 5-star review really helps this podcast reach other dog guardians in search of help for their dogs and I literally read every single one! Song credit: Podington BearEpisode 146: Behavior...2021-02-1200 min
Disorderly Dogs!146. Behavior Medications w/ Sophie White BVetMed MSc MRCVSReactive Redefined FREE Mini Course
Adventure Dog Academy FREE Mini Course
Trustworthy Recalls
Follow us on Instagram @agoodfeeling_inco
www.agoodfeelingdogtraining.com
VetCs discount code DISORDERLYDOGS 10% off your purchase
If you like this podcast, be sure to subscribe so you don't miss out on super cool future episodes!
Leaving a 5-star review really helps this podcast reach other dog guardians in search of help for their dogs and I literally read every single one!
Song credit: Podington Bear
Episode 146: Behavi...2021-02-1200 min
So You Want To Be a Vet?Christmas Special: Dr. Julian Norton MRCVSHi everyone!
In this very special Christmas edition of 'So You Want To Be a Vet?', Erin and Sofia interview the star of Channel 5's The Yorkshire Vet, Dr. Julian Norton MRCVS! Tune in to hear Julian share experiences from his time as a vet student at the University of Cambridge, discuss the future of mixed animal general practice, and how he maintains a successful work-life balance amidst his busy schedule - amongst much more!
Thinking of becoming a vet but have no clue where to start? Look no further than ‘So You Want To...2020-12-211h 12
How to Listen to Free Audiobook in Self Development, How-ToDog Behaviour by Dr. Gordon Roberts - BVSc MRCVS | Free AudiobookListen to full audiobooks for free on :https://hotaudiobook.com/freeTitle: Dog Behaviour
Author: Dr. Gordon Roberts - BVSc MRCVS
Narrator: Kelly Rhodes
Format: Unabridged
Length: 2 hrs and 7 mins
Language: English
Release date: 10-28-15
Publisher: Gordon Roberts
Genres: Self Development, How-To
Summary:
From the psychology of aggression to the secrets of "silent correction", this book is your essential guide to dog behaviour problems - and how to deal with them. In 10 short chapters, experienced vet Gordon Roberts guides you through the challenges of life with "man's best friend". You will learn how to tackle everything from excessive barking to...2015-10-282h 07