Dogs are curious animals and will often eat things they shouldn't, including rat bait. Rat bait poisoning in dogs can be deadly, but with early diagnosis and treatment it can be successfully treated. In this podcast we'll talk about the signs, symptoms and treatment of rat bait poisoning in dogs. Knowing about rat/mouse bait poisoning is a must for ever pet owner. Even if you don't use baits you should know about the signs and risks because your dog could ingest it outside of their own yard or p...
Jan 05, 2023•12 min
Itch scratch, itch scratch. If your horse suffers from Queensland Itch, you know how frustrating it can be. This condition is caused by a type of midge, and it can lead to severe itching and hair loss. In this podcast, Aria and veterinarian Dr. Glenn discuss the symptoms, treatment options, and prevention of Queensland Itch. They also explain why this condition is not just a problem for Queensland horse owners, but for any owner whose horse is exposed to midges. With proper treatment and prevent...
Nov 30, 2022•14 min
Do you know the signs of heart failure in dogs? In this podcast veterinarian Dr Glenn, discusses the symptoms, causes and treatments for heart failure in dogs. If your dog is having trouble breathing, coughing, or has an irregular heartbeat, it could be a sign of heart failure. Watch this video to learn more about the symptoms of heart failure in dogs and what you can do to help your furry friend.
Nov 23, 2022•19 min
It's a scary thought to think your beloved dog may be bitten by a snake, but being informed and prepared could save their life. In this podcast, vetnpet DIRECT's Aria and veterinarian Dr Glenn talk about the symptoms of a snake bites in dogs and what you can do to save your furry friend's life. They also discuss how a vet will determine if they have been bitten and the life saving treatment options they can administer. Although preventing your dog from being bitten is not always possible Dr Glen...
Nov 21, 2022•22 min
Mud! Whether it is a little puddle, a leaky waterer or from torrential rain somehow horses always seem to find it. Mud can cause a number of problems for horses so in this episode of the myPET Podcast the vetnpet team, Aria and Dr Glenn, talk about all the muddy problems. From skin issues like mud fever/greasy heel and rain scald through to the abundance of hoof issues that mud can cause (hoof abscesses, thrush or seedy toe). Dr Glenn and Aria talk cover what the issues look like and how to trea...
Jan 05, 2022•34 min
Pancreatitis is more than just a pain in the gut, it can be life threatening. Pancreatitis in dogs can be an acute onset or it can be a chronic long term issue. So how can one little tiny organ cause so many problems? What does the pancreas do and why does it become inflamed and make your dog sick? In this episode of the myPET Podcast Aria and resident vet Dr Glenn discuss pancreatitis in dogs. They let you know the signs and symptoms to look out for, like vomiting, diarrhoea and stomach pain. M...
Dec 21, 2021•23 min
Have you noticed your chicken/s have their wings held out of their body? Or perhaps they are panting or open mouth breathing? Sounds like they might be feeling the heat. Chickens don't like hot humid weather and it can actually be life threatening for them. In this episode of the myPET Podcast Aria and resident vet Dr Glenn discuss everything you need to know about keeping your chickens happy and healthy during hot humid weather. They talk about the signs that indicate that your chicken is strug...
Dec 13, 2021•15 min
Do you need to take your dog in the car? Just a short trip to the vet or perhaps you are you looking at taking them on a road trip? You might love the idea, but maybe your dog isn't too keen? Let us help you get prepared for car travel with your dog so everyone enjoys the trip and stays safe. In this episode of the myPET Podcast Aria and veterinarian Dr Glenn go through some top tips to make car trips with your dog fun and safe. They discuss everything from preparing for the trip, how to safely ...
Dec 02, 2021•25 min
Heat Stroke or Hyperthermia is when the body becomes dangerously overheated and the heat-regulating mechanisms of the body begin to fail. So how hot is too hot? When does the heat and humidity become dangerous for your dog? When is panting more than normal? When does a dog go from just being hot to being in danger? It doesn't take long for a dog to progress through the stages of heat stroke to the point where irreversible damage is done. This is why knowing the early signs as well as what causes...
Dec 02, 2021•20 min
Does your dogs skin look red, sore or inflamed? Do they always seem to be scratching, biting or licking? Do you have a dog with itchy skin? Itch scratch, itch scratch, it's a vicious cycle. But why are they itchy and how can you help? Itchy skin is a common problem faced by dogs and can drive owners crazy. In this episode of the myPET Podcast Aria and Dr Glenn talk about Itchy Skin in dogs. They go through the different reasons that dogs can be suffering from itchy skin and how you can treat the...
Nov 30, 2021•22 min
Does your dog seem stressed? Has their behaviour changed? Are they restless, panting, barking, being destructive or hiding? Perhaps they are suffering from anxiety. But anxiety about what? There are a lot of things that can trigger anxiety in dogs as well as a lot of issues that arise from anxiety. In this episode of the myPET Podcast Dr Glenn and Aria from vet-n-pet DIRECT discuss Anxiety in Dogs. The discuss the different types of anxiety, what causes them and how to manage anxiety in your dog...
Nov 26, 2021•26 min
Loud thunder, flashing light, howling winds, noisy rain, it's no wonder so many dogs are scared of storms. A dog suffering from storm phobia or storm anxiety can be incredibly distressing for both dog and owner. So how should you do deal with it, what can you do to help? In this episode of the myPET Podcast, Aria and resident vet Dr Glenn, talk about storm phobia in dogs. From recognising the early signs to how you can help your storm phobic dog. They also talk through why storms are so scary fo...
Oct 22, 2021•31 min
This episode of the myPET Podcast is part 3 of a series addressing Barking In Dogs. In previous episodes the team have addressed the reasons why dogs bark and the problems with using anti-barking collars. During this episode, Dr Glenn, Aria and canine behaviour expert and trainer Anne, discuss how to manage and reduce nuisance barking. Barking is a natural instinct and important part of a dogs life, however when it becomes excessive it can be a nuisance to the dogs owners and the neighbourhood. ...
Oct 05, 2021•45 min
In this episode of the myPET Podcast Dr Glenn and Aria are joined by Anne, dog trainer and canine behaviour expert from Pawsitive Connection. The focus of this episode is to discuss the problems with using an anti-barking collar on your dog to correct the problem of excessive barking. As a dog trainer and behaviour expert, Anne has first hand seen the fall-out of using these anti-barking collars on dogs. All though they are often seen as a "quick-fix" to the problem of excessive barking sometime...
Oct 05, 2021•19 min
Dr Glenn and Aria are joined by Anne, a canine behaviour expert from Pawsitive Connection, to discuss barking in dogs. Over three episodes of the myPET Podcast Dr Glenn, Aria and Anne discuss all the ins and outs of barking in dogs. During this first episode of the three part series the focus is Why Dogs Bark. Barking in dogs is a natural and often necessary behaviour but when the barking becomes excessive or a nuisance it is important to determine the cause of the barking before you can success...
Oct 05, 2021•29 min
Probiotics for Dogs and Cats, should you be giving them to your pet? How can they benefit your pet? What probiotic should you be giving your pet? Probiotics or prebiotics, what's the difference? All your questions are answered by Dr Glenn and Aria from vet-n-pet DIRECT in this episode of the myPET Podcast.
Sep 09, 2021•25 min
Neck Worms and Summer Sores in horses, what are they and what causes them? In this episode of the myPET Podcast Dr Glenn and Aria from vet-n-pet DIRECT discuss the topic of neck worms and summer sores in horses. They talk about how two different parasitic species Onchocerca and Habronema can effect horses by causing unsightly and dangerous skin conditions. They cover the lifecycle of Onchocerca and Habronema and how the microfilaria and larvae are the life stages of concern. Most importantly the...
Aug 24, 2021•21 min
Tapeworms, Yuck! In this episode of myPET Podcast Aria and Dr Glenn discuss the long, sometimes disgusting, intestinal worms that commonly infect our dogs and cats. They cover the three main species of tapeworm, the Flea Tapeworm, Spirometra Tapeworm and Hydatid Tapeworm, that could infect your pet. They talk about how to prevent your dog and yourself from being infected and how to treat effectively for each species. If your a pet owner it is an important topic, because let's face it, no one lik...
Aug 13, 2021•19 min
Coccidiosis is one of the most common diseases to effect chickens and ducks. This intestinal disease causes general signs of being unwell in poultry and is generally accompanied by Diarrhoea. Coccidiosis is potentially fatal, but thankfully if caught early there are treatment options. In this episode of the myPET Podcast Dr Glenn and Aria talk you through this coccidiosis in poultry, the symptoms and treatment as well as prevention methods.
Aug 12, 2021•16 min
Ticks, the little blood sucking parasites with the potential to kill. In this episode of the myPET Podcast vetnpet DIRECT's resident vet Dr Glenn and vet nurse Aria discuss ticks and the danger to cats. They discuss the tick prevention options available now to protect cats, what's safe and if they actually need it.
Aug 06, 2021•18 min
Ticks, tiny blood sucking parasites that like to bite our dogs! In this episode of myPET Podcast Dr Glenn and Aria talk ticks in Australia, the main ones of concern and how they can effect your dog. With ticks transmitting life threatening diseases like Ehrlichiosis and tick paralysis they discuss the importance of tick prevention to keep your dog safe. They discuss the range of tick prevention products available and how to keep your dog safe.
Aug 06, 2021•23 min
Turmeric, is it all Hocus Pocus or is at actually a miracle supplement? In this episode of the myPET Podcast Dr Glenn and Aria talk about the golden spice and why it has been used for medicinal purposes for over 4000 years. They discuss how turmeric can be beneficial for inflammation, pain, arthritis, gastrointestinal issues and for cancer prevention and treatment. But most importantly they let you know how you should be using it and what other ingredients need to be combined with it for the tur...
Aug 03, 2021•18 min
Fleas, tiny yet a big problem! Over the years there have been significant advances in prevention and control options for fleas. So how do you pick the right flea control for your dog? In this episode of myPET Podcast Dr Glenn and Aria discuss the nasty biting parasites that are fleas and how they effect dogs. They break down what flea control products there are for cats and how they work to help you pick the right one for your dog. Subscribe to the myPET Podcast so you don't miss an episode, plu...
Jul 23, 2021•21 min
As our pets age they can need a little more TLC, some extra love and care, and they've earned it! It is inevitable that aches, pains and various health concerns will begin to affect them as they age. So what should you be on the look out for? What can you do to help them remain happy and healthy during their twilight years? In this episode of the myPET Podcast Dr Glenn and Aria talk about our pets and the changes you might notice, physically, mentally and behaviourally, as they age. They discuss...
Jul 01, 2021•27 min
Times have changed yet fleas are still an issue! No-one wants a flea outbreak on their cat or in their home, so how do you prevent them? We have seen a range of new flea control products hit the market in recent years. So in 2021 how do you pick the right flea control product for your cat? In this episode of myPET Podcast Dr Glenn and Aria discuss the nasty biting parasites that are fleas and how they harass cats. They break down what flea control products there are for cats to help you pick the...
May 04, 2021•21 min
Canine Ehrlichiosis is a potentially deadly disease infecting dogs, which has only recently been discovered in Australia. Transmitted by the Brown Dog Tick, cases have been detected in the Northern Territory and Western Australia. With the potential to spread further around Australia this tick-borne bacterial disease is yet another reason to ensure that your dogs tick protection is up to date. Resident Vet Dr Glenn and Aria from vet-n-pet DIRECT talk about how Ehrlichiosis was found in Australia...
Apr 07, 2021•23 min
The scary and sad truth is that loading your beloved pet onto a plane could result in death! But why? Why do some pets die on a plane or at the airport? There are risks involved with transporting your pet by plane, so how can you reduce these risks and make a flight safe and comfortable for your pet? After recent reported deaths of beloved pets on Australian domestic flights Bec and Dr Glenn sat down to discuss why it could have happened. They discuss the risks involved in flying pets and what t...
Jan 24, 2020•30 min
Dog treats making dogs sick! It is terrible to think that the treats you are giving your dog to spoil them and show them a little extra love might actually be killing them! But it is happening. Recently the Australian Veterinary Association (AVA) has reported a rise in Renal Tubulopathy cases with the underlying cause being the feeding of commercial dehydrated treats. In this episode of the myPET Podcast Dr Glenn discusses the recent reportings from the AVA, lets you know what treats to avoid fe...
Nov 06, 2019•6 min
In this episode of myPET Podcast Dr Glenn discusses the Pros, the Cons and Timing of Desexing Dogs. What is the best age to desex your dog? Should you be desexing them at all? Complicated question with a very long answer. Short answer is it is complicated. Glenn's long answer is in this podcast. It goes for 23 minutes. But it’s pretty comprehensive.
Sep 04, 2019•24 min
Does your dog wee the bed or leave puddles? Dogs should not leak urine other than when they are having a wee. If your dog is leaking urine most of the causes are treatable but a diagnosis is essential to choose the correct treatment. Dr Glenn goes through the important causes of this embarrassing for your pet problem, how your vet will likely diagnose it and many of the potential treatments of Urinary Incontinence.
Aug 14, 2019•9 min
