In this episode encore we discuss the management of digestive disorders with pureANIMAL ambassador Dr Caroline Mansfield. Topics discussed include:

• What made Dr Mansfield want to become a veterinarian and what sparked her interest in gastroenterology.
• Projects Caroline has been involved in throughout her career.
• Dr Mansfield’s current canine microbiome and chronic enteropathy study.
• Effects of diet on diet-responsive enteropathies.
• Dr Caroline talks about her project on ‘Modifying the gut-brain axis to improve outcomes in shelter animals’.
• Probiotic benefits in decreasing stress in dogs.
• Common feline digestive disorders Dr Mansfield gets presented with and how she manages them.
• When are probiotics indicated in feline digestive disorders?
• When to reach for prebiotics or synbiotics?
• Dr Caroline specifies the indication for Metronidazole.

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This month we welcome back Dr Meng Siak to talk about chronic ear infections. Topics discussed include:

• Why do ear infections become chronic?
• Common predisposing factors for chronic otitis externa.
• Primary causes that can result in recurrent ear infections.
• Dr Meng explains how some conditions can result in otitis media.
• Why do some infections become resistant to antibiotics?
• Secondary causes of chronic otitis externa.
• Dr Siak discusses how he would approach acute cases differently to chronic cases.
• Recommendations on the best way to perform ear flushes.
• The importance of yearly maintenance plans.
• Meng talks about permanent side effects of recurrent ear infections.
• Ear canal ablations as part of managing difficult cases.

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In this month's episode we welcome back Dr Matthew Muir to talk about PEA and its application in small animal practice.

Topics discussed include:

• What is palmitoylethanolamide (PEA)?
• Mechanism of actions of PEA.
• Bioavailability of PEA - which form should we use and why?
• PEA has been available since the 1950's, why hasn't it been used more in veterinary medicine?
• CBD vs PEA, how are they similar and how do they differ? When to recommend PEA over CBD.
• Dr Muir discusses the safety profile of palmitoylethanolamide.
• Atopy and PEA - should PEA be used long term or short term?
• Evidence for use of PEA in animals and humans.
• How Dr Muir uses PEA in his practice?
• Matt shares some personal experience of ideal doses for certain conditions.

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In this episode, pureANIMAL's ambassador Dr Meng Siak talks about PEA and allergic skin disease. Topics discussed include:

• Dr Meng discusses what PEA is and how it works.
• How does PEA relate to the endocannabinoid system?
• The properties of PEA and where they act within the body.
• Meng goes over the literature that is available for PEA.
• What dermatology cases would PEA be beneficial for?
• Dr Siak discusses whether PEA can reduce the requirement for pharmaceuticals.
• What side effects can be expected with the use of PEA?
• Safety of PEA and interactions with other drugs.
• Dr Meng shares his practical advice on how to use PEA.

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Kathy graduated from the University of Queensland in 1985 with an honours degree in Veterinary Science. Since then, she has had a diverse career within the veterinary profession, including clinical practice, research and teaching, remote area government veterinary officer, and with the RSPCA.

Kathy is a certified veterinary acupuncturist and gained her membership in Veterinary Behaviour in 1999. Kathy is a member of the Integrative Vets Australia group, and the AVBIG behaviour interest group. She serves clients interested in an approach focused on natural, complementary and integrative medicine, with she has a particular interest in behavioural medicine. She is based in Newcastle, NSW

Topics discussed include:

• Practical ways that we can introduce integrative medicine into behaviour cases and why a holistic approach is important.
• Is there an end with behaviour cases or is it a life-long management?
• Top tips for behavioural cases that work for Dr Cornack.
• Kathy explains how to use essential oils effectively.
• How Magnesium, Zinc and B vitamins can help.
• Kathy discussed pet body wraps.
• Looking at specific diets that might have a beneficial effect.
• Why is the way that we feed pets important?
• Dr Cornack gives her final tips for practitioners.

You can find Kathy in Newcastle, NSW and at holisticvets.com.au.

Textbook: Veterinary Herbal Medicine by Barbara Fougere and Susan G Wynn

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In this episode, Dr Nicole Rous discusses the importance of pets' wellbeing.

Topics discussed include:

• The definition of pet wellbeing and how important it is.
• Emotional contagion between pets and humans.
• What part does genetics play in behaviour?
• Nicole divulges the subtle signs of stress in both cats and dogs.
• Dr Rous talks about neurodiversity in dogs.
• Depression in dogs going through grief.
• Managing pets' mental wellbeing through diet and exposure to triggers.
• Creating a calm environment through aromatherapy and music.
• How to support mentally well dogs in their day to day lives.
• The importance of having a collaborative relationship between vet and pet owner.

You can reach Nicole at shytiger.com.au and montalbertvet.com.au. You can also follow Dr Nicole on Instagram, Facebook and Tik Tok.

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Dr Naomi Boyd holds a unique dual qualification in physiotherapy and veterinary medicine, and currently works as a sports medicine veterinarian at the Small Animal Specialist Hospital (SASH) in Sydney, Australia. We explore the ways that physiotherapy can be implemented in care protocols for many different health conditions. Topics discussed include:

• Reasons to keep ill patients moving
• What a sports medicine diagnostic work up looks like
• The diagnostic value of pressure mats
• How Dr Boyd empowers her clients to adhere to the take home treatment plans
• A preventative plan for those pets predisposed to musculoskeletal disease (e.g. hip dysplasia)
• Dr Boyd's thoughts on hydrotherapy
• "Nose work" and how it can be beneficial for energetic dogs looking for stimulation
• Up and coming therapies for pets with osteoarthritis, including CBD, nutraceuticals and platelet rich plasma
• How Dr Boyd instructs her clients to monitor comfort levels in their pets at home

Resources mentioned include Marion Brand's nose work: https://www.k9nosetime.com/about-us/#:~:text=Marion%20Brand%2C%20CNWI%20is%20the,at%20the%20Hills%20Dog%20Club

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