Expert Vet Guidance for Your Puppy's First Year

This week, we're going full-on puppy love. I had a fantastic chat with the amazing Dr. Nicky Hogan from Hillcrest Veterinary Hospital, and we're spilling all the kibble on how to give your little fluff balls the healthiest head start. We get into the nitty-gritty of avoiding scary stuff like pyometra and whether to spay or not to spay. We also chew over everything from puppy diets to making that first vet trip a walk in the park. If you've ever worried about when to start vaccinations or how to make sure your pup's growing up just right, then this one's for you! I'm here to cut through the internet jargon and give you the real-deal advice straight from the vet's mouth – well, from Dr. Hogan's and mine, anyway! We're all about keeping it real and making sure you've got the know-how to tackle puppyhood like a pro. So, grab your pup, hit play, and join our cosy corner of the pet world. And hey, if we tickle your ears with something you like, hit that subscribe button and become a part of our pet-loving podcast family. Got a burning question or a cute puppy tale? Drop us a line in the comments – we simply love hearing from our listeners. For more awesome pet care tips and a good belly rub of education and fun, swing by my Instagram profile @ultrapetvet and hit subscribe. We also have a audio version of all our episodes on all major podcast platforms. Here are a few to consider following us on: Spotify: https://sptfy.com/pawsandeffect Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/43fUJc4 You can Find Dr Nikki Hogan here: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hillcrestvet/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/hillcrestvethosp/ Website - https://hillcrestvets.co.za/ Jump to a topic: 00:55 Puppies' vaccinations start at six weeks. 04:32 Watch out for congenital conditions in dogs. 06:39 Testicles descend, sometimes one can remain undescended. 10:40 Ensure normal temperature before vaccinating for health. 14:14 Pet insurance: vital for accidents and illness. 17:39 Owners shouldn't delay puppy vaccinations for fear. 20:31 Vaccine boosts antibodies, prepares immune system, vital. 25:51 Annual rabies vaccination recommended for endemic areas. 30:09 Hookworm life cycle involves high energy growth. 33:17 People delight in practised activities, discuss neutering. 37:20 Oestrogen causes incontinence in female dogs. Large breed dogs prone to health issues. 40:16 Debate on correlation between diabetes and yoga. 43:24 Optimise pets' health through balanced puppy nutrition. 45:16 Puppy vaccination usually at 6-12 weeks. 50:09 Puppy's sudden lack of appetite and vomiting. 51:55 Tiny puppies need frequent feeding to avoid hypoglycemia. 56:52 Seeking passionate pet industry experts for podcast. 58:57 Discuss opportunities, future guests, sponsors, celebrate friendship.