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Hello and welcome to "The Pet Perspective", the podcast from Napo for the spiciest insights into all things pets. Every fortnight we'll be interviewing a range of pet industry experts, and popular veterinarians to get their insight into what's going on in the pet world. We'll be hearing their opinions and guidance on tougher topics like trending doggy diets, or the rise in pet theft, as well as getting some top tips to help you take the best possible care of your pet. Learn more: https://www ...
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Regression and rebellion: what to expect when your dog hits the terrible teens, Antonella Marsicano, #16
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Raising a puppy can be challenging, and just when you think you’ve cracked the housetraining and recall… It goes out the window. You might even worry you’ve done something wrong! However, your puppy might be in regression, which can feel like the terrible teens for dogs. We’re joined by clinical animal behaviourist and CEO of the Animal Wellbeing C…
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In this week’s episode of The Pet Perspective, we're taking a deep-dive into many pet’s worst nightmare, bonfire night, and how to help anxious animals with noise phobias. (Including a few things to do at short notice to help keep your pet calm.) This week we’re joined by veterinary behaviourist Dr Julie Ashton, owner of Life on Four Legs behaviour…
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Trick or treat: Can training & food help pets through the stress of Halloween & Firework night?, Katie Scott-Dyer #14
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This week on The Pet Perspective, we’re going to be talking about autumn’s big holidays, Halloween and Bonfire Night, and how you can prepare your pet for the noise and activity they bring. We’re joined by clinical animal behaviourist Katie Scott-Dyer, who tells us all about why the autumn holidays can seem scary to our pets, and how you can teach …
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Searches for “buy a puppy” increased by 115% during the pandemic. Yet many "pandemic puppy" owners didn't even see their puppy before buying them, something today’s guest warns against. Having built up a following of over 100,000 animal lovers on TikTok for sharing his matter-of-fact videos on pet welfare and health topics, Ben the Vet joins us to …
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Doggy Diets: Fulfilling your pup’s nutritional needs with Founder of VetChef & Tails.com, Joe Inglis #12
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Nearly half of dogs in the UK are overweight or obese, and yet 80% of us believe our dogs are a healthy weight. So how can we better ensure our pups are eating right? Trusted by millions for his veterinary advice on This Morning, Joe Inglis has founded two successful pet food brands, making him the perfect guest for this nutrition-based episode of …
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Separation Anxiety: How to prevent & resolve hyper-attachment with Clinical Animal Behaviourist, Hanne Grice #11
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Separation anxiety is a term commonly thrown around, but within it are a number of unique and complex problems that might cause irrational behaviours. Whether you’re a new puppy owner focused on prevention, or you’re seeking help for an older dog suffering with these issues, Clinical Animal Behaviourist Hanne Grice joins us on The Pet Perspective t…
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Pets on Tour: What to know before taking your pet on holiday with Veterinary Behaviourist, Dr Sophie White #10
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It’s prime holiday season, and for those of us with pets that presents a dilemma - do we take our furry friends with us, and how can we do it with ease and safety in mind? There’s no one-size-fits-all approach, but to help you work out the best course of action we speak with wonderful Veterinary Behaviourist Dr Sophie White on The Pet Perspective. …
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Essential Feline Instincts: Why the indoor cat doesn’t exist with Feline Behaviour Expert, Dr Sarah Ellis #9
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If cats could talk, you’d never hear one tell you that they’re an ‘indoor cat’ by nature. Their instinct to hunt remains unchanged, and it’s vital that we keep our cats engaged. Returning by popular demand, feline behaviour expert Dr Sarah Ellis joins us to explore how we can help indulge the need for play & prey, ways to safely introduce cats to o…
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Debunking Dog Training Myths: How to safely train your dog with Clinical Animal Behaviourist & Founder of Nose To Trail, Rachel Rodgers #8
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Among the many myths of dog training, one of the longest standing is that of needing to be an ‘alpha’, which has the potential to cause far more harm than good. Being a trainer and behaviourist with 12 years & 3 degrees’ worth of education, Rachel Rodgers - Founder of Nose to Trail - shares her extensive expertise on The Pet Perspective this week. …
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Luxury Doggy Hotels: How to make sure your pooch gets the 5 star treatment with No More Kennels' Owner, Rebeckah Vaughan #7
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Recent years have seen a huge increase in the number of furry friends in our households, but with some returning to the office after so long at home, separation anxiety is a real issue for dog owners in particular. On The Pet Perspective this week, we’re joined by No More Kennels’ Owner Rebeckah Vaughan to chat about the better standard of care she…
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The Dog Sitting Solution: Connecting a million owners & borrowers with BorrowMyDoggy’s Founder & CEO, Rikke Rosenlund #6
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Recent years have seen a huge increase in the number of furry friends in our households, but with some returning to the office after so long at home, separation anxiety is a real issue for dog owners in particular. We’re joined on The Pet Perspective this week by BorrowMyDoggy’s Founder Rikke Rosenlund, with solutions to give your pup the perfect c…
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Puppy Mythbusting: What’s considered normal behaviour in your new pup with Dog Behaviourist & Co-Founder of Zigzag, Lorna Winter #5
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The reality of puppy ownership entails far more than the idyllic, potty-trained pet - they don't come pre-loaded with our idea of the perfect dog. So which behaviours should we be more lenient with, and what should we be looking out for when training our new pups? This week’s guest on The Pet Perspective is Lorna Winter, a dog behaviourist and Co-F…
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How to Train Your Cat: Translate meows and understand their behaviours with Feline Behaviour Expert, Dr Sarah Ellis #4
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40% of cat owners are said to know what their cat’s meow means, so how can we better understand and translate what our feline friends are trying to say to us? Bringing her fascinating expertise, Dr Sarah Ellis - Co-Author of The Trainable Cat - joins us for a deep dive into the wonderful world of cat behaviour. Discover tips you can put in practice…
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Breeding Ethics, Not Aesthetics: What you need to know before adopting a brachy breed with Founder of Vets Against Brachycephalism, Dr Emma Milne #3
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Bulldogs and Pugs make up some of the most popular dog breeds, but the health complications that come from their short skulls should be an alarming sign of how dangerous their selective breeding has become. Vets Against Brachycephalism is a movement founded by Dr Emma Milne, a vet passionate about animal welfare and leading voice in the awareness o…
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Disappearing Dogs: The rise of UK pet thefts with CEO of Stolen & Missing Pets Alliance, Debbie Matthews #2
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The theft of a beloved pet is one of the most harrowing experiences an owner could possibly go through, so what support is there for victims of animal thieves? Not too long ago there was little that police could do, but thanks to this week’s guest Debbie Matthews, CEO of the Stolen and Missing Pets Alliance, there’s growing support for owners and p…
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Welcome to the series premiere of “The Pet Perspective”, where we’re kicking off a series of tips for looking after your little loved ones with a look at the growing number of obese pets. The wonderful Dr Louisa Lane - aka Louisa the Vet - joins your host Rhiannon for a detailed chat on how to combat pet obesity, tips for tailoring your pet’s calor…
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Hello and welcome to "The Pet Perspective", the podcast from Napo for the spiciest insights into all things pets. Every fortnight we'll be interviewing a range of pet industry experts, and popular veterinarians to get their insight into what's going on in the pet world. We'll be hearing their opinions and guidance on tougher topics like trending do…
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