In this month's episode we welcome our first vet nurse guest, Jacinta Van Eeden to discuss the changes that can be implemented to create a calm veterinary clinic environment.

Topics discussed include:
The importance of a calm clinic environment.
Common signs that indicate a pet may be anxious or stressed.
Ways to get puppies and kittens used to visiting vet clinics.
How our tone of voice can impact a pet's behaviour.
Practical tools that clinics can implement to provide a relaxing environment.
Steps that pet parents can take to prepare their pets for clinics visits.
Fear free certification for veterinary clinics.
Jacinta shares how to reduce anxiety in pet parents when their pet has a vet consultation.
The number on tip Jacinta has for pet parents to ensure their pet doesn't become anxious when visiting vet clinics.

In this month's episode we welcome our first vet nurse guest, Jacinta Van Eeden to discuss the changes that can be implemented to create a calm veterinary clinic environment.
Topics discussed include:
<ul>
<li>The importance of a calm clinic environment.</li>
<li>Common signs that indicate a pet may be anxious or stressed.</li>
<li>Ways to get puppies and kittens used to visiting vet clinics.</li>
<li>How our tone of voice can impact a pet's behaviour.</li>
<li>Practical tools that clinics can implement to provide a relaxing environment.</li>
<li>Steps that pet parents can take to prepare their pets for clinics visits.</li>
<li>Fear free certification for veterinary clinics.</li>
<li>Jacinta shares how to reduce anxiety in pet parents when their pet has a vet consultation.</li>
<li>The number on tip Jacinta has for pet parents to ensure their pet doesn't become anxious when visiting vet clinics.</li>
</ul>

The Pure Animal Podcast shares cutting edge science, clinical wisdom, and inspiration on integrative veterinary medicine. Each month, we interview industry experts who explore the fields of joint health, dermatology, internal medicine, integrative and functional medicine and allied health modalities. Our mission is to create a world where integrative veterinary medicine is accessible to all, to empower and inspire other veterinary professionals and pet parents alike, and to ultimately improve the health and wellbeing of pets. Host Dr Sarah Howard is a veterinarian and lifelong student of natural health.

The Pure Animal Podcast shares cutting edge science, clinical wisdom, and inspiration on integrative veterinary medicine. Each month, we interview industry experts who explore the fields of joint health, dermatology, internal medicine, integrative and functional medicine and allied health modalities. Our mission is to create a world where integrative veterinary medicine is accessible to all, to empower and inspire other veterinary professionals and pet parents alike, and to ultimately improve the health and wellbeing of pets. Host Dr Sarah Howard is a veterinarian and lifelong student of natural health.

The Pure Animal Podcast aims to enlighten listeners about an integrative approach to veterinary medicine. Each month, we interview practitioners at the forefront of this field who share their insight and experience with the ultimate goal of benefiting the well-being and health of animals.

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In this month's episode we welcome our first vet nurse guest, Jacinta Rovers to discuss the changes that can be implemented to create a calm veterinary clinic environment.

How to create a calm clinic environment with vet nurse Jacinta Van Eeden

This month Dr Sarah Howard discusses Omega-3 fatty acids with our ambassador Dr Nicole Rous.

Topics discussed include:
What is there to re-think about Omega-3s?
Components, quality and formulation of Omega-3's 
What about Omega-6? Is it really pro or anti-inflammatory?
How sources and formulations of Omega-3's change the conversion efficiency of EPA/DHA depending on dietary format. Does added Omega-6 improve or hinder conversion?
What influence does fatty acids have on the body, and when is it indicated?
How to measure Omega-3's - what is the optimal Omega-3 index range? What is red blood cell fatty data?
What is the best ratio for dietary Omega-3:6? How do they compete for absorption?
How to set a base line for each patient, including interval timeline for tracking supplementation
Where human medicine literature fits vs veterinary medicine
Should we be proactive or reactive when implementing Omega-3 strategies?
EPA/DHA ratios - how to maximise therapeutic benefits
What Omega-3 research is still missing

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This episode was brought to you by PAW, Pure Animal Wellbeing - developed by vets, inspired by nature and dedicated to supporting lifelong health in pets. PAW | Pure Animal Wellbeing

This month Dr Sarah Howard discusses Omega-3 fatty acids with our ambassador Dr Nicole Rous.
Topics discussed include:
<ul>
<li>What is there to re-think about Omega-3s?</li>
<li>Components, quality and formulation of Omega-3's&nbsp;</li>
<li>What about Omega-6? Is it really pro or anti-inflammatory?</li>
<li>How sources and formulations of Omega-3's change the conversion efficiency of EPA/DHA depending on dietary format. Does added Omega-6 improve or hinder conversion?</li>
<li>What influence does fatty acids have on the body, and when is it indicated?</li>
<li>How to measure Omega-3's - what is the optimal Omega-3 index range? What is red blood cell fatty data?</li>
<li>What is the best ratio for dietary Omega-3:6? How do they compete for absorption?</li>
<li>How to set a base line for each patient, including interval timeline for tracking supplementation</li>
<li>Where human medicine literature fits vs veterinary medicine</li>
<li>Should we be proactive or reactive when implementing Omega-3 strategies?</li>
<li>EPA/DHA ratios - how to maximise therapeutic benefits</li>
<li>What Omega-3 research is still missing</li>
</ul>
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Rethinking Omega 3 fatty acids with Dr Nicole Rous

In this episode, Dr Sarah Howard discusses a functional approach to managing osteoarthritis with Dr Matthew Muir.

Topics discussed include:
Osteoarthritis is not just wear and tear - Dr Muir explains what actually happens during this condition.
How does functional medicine complement conventional osteoarthritic care?
Addressing cartilage degeneration with nutrition and nutraceuticals.
Matthew discusses how he decides what to target first in osteoarthritic cases.
The role nutraceuticals play in managing osteoarthritis and combining them with other modalities.
Dr Muir's preferred joint supplements, their mechanism of action and the additional benefits they can provide.
Therapies that are useful in conjunction with supplements and pharmaceuticals.
Deescalating a management plan - the reason for this and what treatment to remove first.
Escalating a management plan with the addition of pharmaceuticals - Dr Matt describes the best time to do this.

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This episode was brought to you by PAW, Pure Animal Wellbeing - developed by vets, inspired by nature and dedicated to supporting lifelong health in pets. PAW | Pure Animal Wellbeing

In this episode, Dr Sarah Howard discusses a functional approach to managing osteoarthritis with Dr Matthew Muir.
Topics discussed include:
<ul>
<li>Osteoarthritis is not just wear and tear - Dr Muir explains what actually happens during this condition.</li>
<li>How does functional medicine complement conventional osteoarthritic care?</li>
<li>Addressing cartilage degeneration with nutrition and nutraceuticals.</li>
<li>Matthew discusses how he decides what to target first in osteoarthritic cases.</li>
<li>The role nutraceuticals play in managing osteoarthritis and combining them with other modalities.</li>
<li>Dr Muir's preferred joint supplements, their mechanism of action and the additional benefits they can provide.</li>
<li>Therapies that are useful in conjunction with supplements and pharmaceuticals.</li>
<li>Deescalating a management plan - the reason for this and what treatment to remove first.</li>
<li>Escalating a management plan with the addition of pharmaceuticals - Dr Matt describes the best time to do this.</li>
</ul>
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This episode was brought to you by PAW, Pure Animal Wellbeing - developed by vets, inspired by nature and dedicated to supporting lifelong health in pets. <a href="https://pureanimalwellbeing.com/">PAW | Pure Animal Wellbeing</a>

In this episode, Dr Sarah Howard discusses a functional approach to managing osteoarthritis with Dr Matthew Muir.

A functional approach to managing osteoarthritis in pets with Dr Matthew Muir

In this episode with Professor Caroline Mansfield, we discuss the use of antibiotics during the critical developmental window of puppies and kittens and the impact in long term risk of skin allergic disease and behaviour.

Topics discussed include:
What is the critical developmental window and what body systems it can affect and impact?
The link between the microbiome and its role in shaping the immune system in puppies and kittens.
Evidence in the use of antibiotics early in life in children and how it can affect the incidence of asthma and allergic skin disease.  
The impact of metronidazole and how it can alter the microbiome.
Professor Caroline discusses a study linking antibiotic use and atopic dermatitis and behavioural issues in dogs.
Professor Mansfield gives her expert advice to pet parents on how to support the immune and gastrointestinal systems during their pet's developmental window.
Clarifying the misconceptions on antibiotics, allergic and immune mediated disease. 
What is the latest research in this area of the critical developmental window and the impact of antibiotics?

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This episode was brought to you by PAW, Pure Animal Wellbeing - developed by vets, inspired by nature and dedicated to supporting lifelong health in pets. PAW | Pure Animal Wellbeing

In this episode with Professor Caroline Mansfield, we discuss the use of antibiotics during the critical developmental window of puppies and kittens and the impact in long term risk of skin allergic disease and behaviour.
Topics discussed include:
<ul>
<li>What is the critical developmental window and what body systems it can affect and impact?</li>
<li>The link between the microbiome and its role in shaping the immune system in puppies and kittens.</li>
<li>Evidence in the use of antibiotics early in life in children and how it can affect the incidence of asthma and allergic skin disease.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>The impact of metronidazole and how it can alter the microbiome.</li>
<li>Professor Caroline discusses a study linking antibiotic use and atopic dermatitis and behavioural issues in dogs.</li>
<li>Professor Mansfield gives her expert advice to pet parents on how to support the immune and gastrointestinal systems during their pet's developmental window.</li>
<li>Clarifying the misconceptions on antibiotics, allergic and immune mediated disease.&nbsp;</li>
<li>What is the latest research in this area of the critical developmental window and the impact of antibiotics?</li>
</ul>
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This episode was brought to you by PAW, Pure Animal Wellbeing - developed by vets, inspired by nature and dedicated to supporting lifelong health in pets. <a href="https://pureanimalwellbeing.com/">PAW | Pure Animal Wellbeing</a>

In this episode with Professor Caroline Mansfield we discuss the use of antibiotics during the critical developmental window of puppy and kittens and the impact in long term risk of skin allergic disease and behaviour.

How to create a calm clinic environment with vet nurse Jacinta Van Eeden

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