29 episodes

Join Brett the Vet to talk about all things pet related. The Pet Purpose Podcast is for passionate pet parents who want to take pet parenting to the next level. This will help magnify the joy, adventure and excitement that you have with your companion. Our aim is to help develop happy healthy pets and confident pet parents.Disclaimer:The Pet Purpose Podcast contains general information about animal health care conditions and treatments. The information is not advice, and should not be treated as such. You must not rely on the information on the Pet Purpose Podcast as an alternative to animal health care advice from your veterinarian or other professional animal care providers. If you have any specific questions about any animal health care matter you should consult your veterinarian or other professional animal care provider. If you think your pet may be suffering from any animal health condition you should seek immediate veterinary attention specific for your pet. You should never delay seeking veterinary advice specific to your pet, disregard veterinary advice, or discontinue animal health care treatment because of information on the Pet Purpose Podcast. You agree not to hold the representatives, employees, guests or affiliates of the Pet Purpose Podcast, liable for any damages arising from or relating to your reliance on any of the animal health care information provided on the Pet Purpose Podcast. Additionally, you agree not to repeat the animal health care information that you consume on the Pet Purpose Podcast to a third party, as that third party may not have read this disclaimer and understood the caveats involved in receiving the information.

Pet Purpose Podcast Brett the Vet

    • Kids & Family

Join Brett the Vet to talk about all things pet related. The Pet Purpose Podcast is for passionate pet parents who want to take pet parenting to the next level. This will help magnify the joy, adventure and excitement that you have with your companion. Our aim is to help develop happy healthy pets and confident pet parents.Disclaimer:The Pet Purpose Podcast contains general information about animal health care conditions and treatments. The information is not advice, and should not be treated as such. You must not rely on the information on the Pet Purpose Podcast as an alternative to animal health care advice from your veterinarian or other professional animal care providers. If you have any specific questions about any animal health care matter you should consult your veterinarian or other professional animal care provider. If you think your pet may be suffering from any animal health condition you should seek immediate veterinary attention specific for your pet. You should never delay seeking veterinary advice specific to your pet, disregard veterinary advice, or discontinue animal health care treatment because of information on the Pet Purpose Podcast. You agree not to hold the representatives, employees, guests or affiliates of the Pet Purpose Podcast, liable for any damages arising from or relating to your reliance on any of the animal health care information provided on the Pet Purpose Podcast. Additionally, you agree not to repeat the animal health care information that you consume on the Pet Purpose Podcast to a third party, as that third party may not have read this disclaimer and understood the caveats involved in receiving the information.

    28. Wedding Day Pets!

    28. Wedding Day Pets!

    Welcome to another episode of the Pet Purpose Podcast, the show where my guests and I talk all things pet related… topics that help passionate pet parents take pet parenting to the next level, and topics that are simply of interest for pet parents.  
    “I now pronounce you….. woof, woof , woof!” Have you ever attended a wedding? I’m sure you have. Did the bridal couple have their pet involved in their special occasion? Did you even know that having a furry family friend being involved in a wedding day was even possible?  Well, not only is it most certainly possible, but many would argue that it amplifies the joy and excitement of the occasion for everyone involved.  
    In this episode of the Pet Purpose Podcast my guest, Shelley Thorpe from Pets as Guests, and I talk about pets and weddings. 
    We cover off some the following questions?:
    ·      what is a pet chaperone
    ·      what are the ways a pet can be involved in a wedding
    ·      who can make all the arrangements and take care of your pet on the wedding day
    ·      and much more!
    If you know of someone who will be getting married at some point in the future and they are a pet lover then this episode is a must!..... please enjoy the conversation.
    This episode is brought to you by Tail Ovation, the online pet store for passionate pet parents
    For show notes and previous episodes, please visit tailovation/podcast
    Life is better with pets!

    Please note that the information provided in this episode of the Pet Purpose Podcast is general in nature and you should always seek veterinary advice specific to your pets’ individual needs 

    • 52 min
    27. Pet Dental Health - better teeth, better health

    27. Pet Dental Health - better teeth, better health

    Welcome to another episode of the Pet Purpose Podcast, the show where my guests and I talk all things pet related… topics that help passionate pet parents take pet parenting to the next level, or topics that are simply of interest for pet parents. 
    Dental disease in our pets is extremely common, in fact every pet will have some degree of dental disease at some stage of their life. Not only is it very common, but it also can lead to some very serious health consequences if not managed carefully. In this episode I talk about dental disease in dogs and cats:
    ·      what is dental disease
    ·      what are the signs of dental disease
    ·      what are some of the consequences of dental disease
    ·      how to maintain good dental health in your pet
    ·      and more!
    Enjoy the episode.
    This episode is brought to you by Tail Ovation, the online pet store for passionate pet parents
    For show notes and previous episodes, please visit tailovation/podcast
    Life is better with pets! 

    • 34 min
    26. Kennel Cough - cover your muzzle when you cough!

    26. Kennel Cough - cover your muzzle when you cough!

    Welcome to another episode of the Pet Purpose Podcast, the show where my guests and I talk all things pet related… topics that help passionate pet parents take pet parenting to the next level, or topics that are simply of interest for pet parents. 
    Our pets can at times get infections of the respiratory tract. In this episode I talk all about Kennel Cough disease in dogs:
    ·      what is coughing
    ·      what are the signs of Kennel Cough
    ·      where can dogs pick up a Kennel Cough infection
    ·      how to prevent it
    ·      how to treat it
    ·      and more!
    Enjoy the episode.
    This episode is brought to you by Tail Ovation, the online pet store for passionate pet parents
    For show notes and previous episodes, please visit tailovation/podcast
    Life is better with pets!

    Disclaimer: The Pet Purpose Podcast contains general information about animal health care conditions and treatments. The information is not advice, and should not be treated as such. You must not rely on the information on the Pet Purpose Podcast as an alternative to animal health care advice from your veterinarian or other professional animal care providers. If you have any specific questions about any animal health care matter you should consult your veterinarian or other professional animal care provider. If you think your pet may be suffering from any animal health condition you should seek immediate veterinary attention specific for your pet. You should never delay seeking veterinary advice specific to your pet, disregard veterinary advice, or discontinue animal health care treatment because of information on the Pet Purpose Podcast. You agree not to hold the representatives, employees, guests or affiliates of the Pet Purpose Podcast, liable for any damages arising from or relating to your reliance on any of the animal health care information provided on the Pet Purpose Podcast. Additionally, you agree not to repeat the animal health care information that you consume on the Pet Purpose Podcast to a third party, as that third party may not have read this disclaimer and understood the caveats involved in receiving the information.

    • 19 min
    25. Please don't go! - separation anxiety in our pets

    25. Please don't go! - separation anxiety in our pets

    Welcome to another episode of the Pet Purpose Podcast, the show where my guests and I talk all things pet related… topics that help passionate pet parents take pet parenting to the next level, or topics that are simply of interest for pet parents. 
    Being a social species, dogs can at times develop separation anxiety. In this episode, I talk all about separation anxiety:
    ·      what it is
    ·      what are the signs
    ·      why can dogs develop separation anxiety
    ·      how to prevent it
    ·      how to treat it
    ·      and more!
    Enjoy the episode.
    This episode is brought to you by Tail Ovation, the online pet store for passionate pet parents
    For show notes and previous episodes, please visit tailovation/podcast
    Life is better with pets!

    Disclaimer: The Pet Purpose Podcast contains general information about animal health care conditions and treatments. The information is not advice, and should not be treated as such. You must not rely on the information on the Pet Purpose Podcast as an alternative to animal health care advice from your veterinarian or other professional animal care providers. If you have any specific questions about any animal health care matter you should consult your veterinarian or other professional animal care provider. If you think your pet may be suffering from any animal health condition you should seek immediate veterinary attention specific for your pet. You should never delay seeking veterinary advice specific to your pet, disregard veterinary advice, or discontinue animal health care treatment because of information on the Pet Purpose Podcast. You agree not to hold the representatives, employees, guests or affiliates of the Pet Purpose Podcast, liable for any damages arising from or relating to your reliance on any of the animal health care information provided on the Pet Purpose Podcast. Additionally, you agree not to repeat the animal health care information that you consume on the Pet Purpose Podcast to a third party, as that third party may not have read this disclaimer and understood the caveats involved in receiving the information.

    • 30 min
    24. 5 summer dangers for our pets!

    24. 5 summer dangers for our pets!

    Welcome to another episode of the Pet Purpose Podcast, the show where my guests and I talk all things pet related… topics that help passionate pet parents take pet parenting to the next level, or topics that are simply of interest for pet parents. 
     Summer is such an awesome time of the year, but there are some potential hazards for our pets that summer brings along with it. This episode covers 5 potential summer dangers for our pets that pet parents need to be aware of.
    Enjoy the episode.
    This episode is brought to you by Tail Ovation, the online pet store for passionate pet parents
    For show notes and previous episodes, please visit tailovation/podcast
    Life is better with pets!

    Disclaimer: The Pet Purpose Podcast contains general information about animal health care conditions and treatments. The information is not advice, and should not be treated as such. You must not rely on the information on the Pet Purpose Podcast as an alternative to animal health care advice from your veterinarian or other professional animal care providers. If you have any specific questions about any animal health care matter you should consult your veterinarian or other professional animal care provider. If you think your pet may be suffering from any animal health condition you should seek immediate veterinary attention specific for your pet. You should never delay seeking veterinary advice specific to your pet, disregard veterinary advice, or discontinue animal health care treatment because of information on the Pet Purpose Podcast. You agree not to hold the representatives, employees, guests or affiliates of the Pet Purpose Podcast, liable for any damages arising from or relating to your reliance on any of the animal health care information provided on the Pet Purpose Podcast. Additionally, you agree not to repeat the animal health care information that you consume on the Pet Purpose Podcast to a third party, as that third party may not have read this disclaimer and understood the caveats involved in receiving the information.

    • 22 min
    23. The itchy scratchy show! – skin itches in our pets

    23. The itchy scratchy show! – skin itches in our pets

    Welcome to another episode of the Pet Purpose Podcast, the show where my guests and I talk all things pet related… topics that help passionate pet parents take pet parenting to the next level, or topics that are simply of interest for pet parents. 
    Itching in our pets is a very common condition and can be very distressing not only for the affected pet but also for the pet parents. It can be a condition that is emotionally draining, heartbreaking, frustrating, annoying and embarrassing all at the same time.
    In this episode I unpack:
    ·      What an itch is
    ·      What the causes of itching are
    ·      What some of the signs of itchy skin might look like
    ·      How a skin case is worked up
    ·      What some of the treatments are
    ·      How to manage an itchy pet
    ·      And more!
    Enjoy the episode.
    This episode is brought to you by Tail Ovation, the online pet store for passionate pet parents
    For show notes and previous episodes, please visit tailovation/podcast
    Life is better with pets!

    Disclaimer: The Pet Purpose Podcast contains general information about animal health care conditions and treatments. The information is not advice, and should not be treated as such. You must not rely on the information on the Pet Purpose Podcast as an alternative to animal health care advice from your veterinarian or other professional animal care providers. If you have any specific questions about any animal health care matter you should consult your veterinarian or other professional animal care provider. If you think your pet may be suffering from any animal health condition you should seek immediate veterinary attention specific for your pet. You should never delay seeking veterinary advice specific to your pet, disregard veterinary advice, or discontinue animal health care treatment because of information on the Pet Purpose Podcast. You agree not to hold the representatives, employees, guests or affiliates of the Pet Purpose Podcast, liable for any damages arising from or relating to your reliance on any of the animal health care information provided on the Pet Purpose Podcast. Additionally, you agree not to repeat the animal health care information that you consume on the Pet Purpose Podcast to a third party, as that third party may not have read this disclaimer and understood the caveats involved in receiving the information.

    • 41 min

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