Vets Talking Pets

Episode 16: Preparing for your new arrival

After all the planning and research, finally collecting your new pet is a very exciting time! Understandably your new housemate may be a little nervous or missing their m

Episode 15: Extreme conformation in cats – is it a problem?

For many years most cats were non-pedigree moggies, but things are changing and more people are acquiring purebred cats. Maggie and Vanessa discuss how some conformationa

Episode 14: From Egyptian gods to a myriad of moggies – a history of cat breeds

Cats were once worshipped as gods and they’ve never forgotten it! But why did the Egyptians love cats so much and what part did they play in their domestication? Vanessa

Episode 13: Having a whale of a time? How to interact with wild animals in a welfare-friendly way

As animal lovers, there is nothing better than seeing animals in their natural habitats. Sadly, we don’t always get the opportunities to do this but there are other ways

Episode 12: Animal Activities – are they good or bad for animal welfare?

With summer holidays on the horizon, many people will be looking for activities to engage in. Animal lovers may be tempted by the array of animal-related activities avail

Episode 11: Hot Dogs and Melting Moggies – how to keep your pets safe in summer

Most of us love the warm weather and so do many of our pets but there are dangers regarding heat and other seasonal issues that it’s important to be aware of. Did you kno

Episode 10: Extreme Conformation – what is it and why is it bad for dogs?

Maggie and Vanessa explain what extreme conformation is and why some dogs are bred with very flat faces, short legs or tails, no hair, or lots of wrinkles. They may look

Episode 9: Canine Chronicles – a history of dog breeds

Where do dogs come from and why are there so many breeds? Vanessa and Maggie discuss how dogs evolved from the grey wolf to become man’s best friend and how dogs were sel

Episode 8: Corporates, independents and competition – unravelling the mysteries of the vet industry

There has been a lot in the news about the UK's Competition and Market Authority’s (CMA’s) investigation into the companion animal (pet) veterinary industry. Maggie and V

Episode 7: How to get the best out of your vet

Vanessa and Maggie explain how you can get the best out of your vet practice and make the right choices for your pet. Making a real difference to the cost of treatment is

Episode 6: Why are vets so expensive?

Never afraid to tackle difficult topics, in this episode, Maggie and Vanessa answer the question, ‘Why are vets so expensive?’. Medical care is expensive for both humans

Episode 5: Adopt or shop?

So, you’ve decided which pet to get. You want to get them from a reliable source, but what is that – a breeder, a pet shop, a rehoming charity or even online? Should you

Episode 4: Cute vs commitment: Choosing the Right Pet

You’ve decided which species you want so what’s next? What age, sex or colour of pet do you want and where are you going to get them from? Do you want a playful kitten or

Episode 3: Which pet is purrfect for you?

You’ve decided to get a pet but which one? Maggie and Vanessa discuss the pros and cons of keeping both traditional and non-traditional species. What are the relative cos

Episode 2: I want a pet but should I get one?

Thinking of getting a pet? Do you know that people do more research when they buy a fridge than acquiring a new animal? It tends to be an emotional decision and may happe

Episode 1: Meet the vets!

Get to know Maggie and Vanessa as they introduce themselves and discuss their passion for animal welfare. Learn why they became vets and how they know each other. Is Magg