Zara chats to Dr Danielle Hoolahan, a specialist in veterinary dermatology, about how to identify when regular itching or scratching might become something more problematic for your dog or cat. Plus, how to identify potential food allergies and ways to manage your pet's skin condition.

Useful resources (with acknowledged credit to Zoetis)

Start from Scratch History Questionnaire

https://image.mc.zoetis.com/lib/fe3915707564057a7d1170/m/6/93137af5-2834-40c2-815a-a12175e2e1f1.pdf

ADVAP History Questionnaire

https://image.mc.zoetis.com/lib/fe3915707564057a7d1170/m/6/3d53b898-cb09-4523-a8b7-c354634d48ee.pdf

Canine PVAS chart:

https://www.animaldermatology.com/userfiles/file/Canine-Pruritis-Scale-PVAS-Hill-et-al.pdf

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Zara chats to John Howie, one of the original founders of YuMOVE, about the history and principles of the brand. They also discuss the science behind YuMOVE products and the company's ongoing commitment to sustainability.

For more information visit https://yumove.co.uk

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Zara talks to the UK Chief Veterinary Officer, Professor Christine Middlemiss, about the new rules for travelling with your pets to and from the EU and Northern Ireland from the 1st January 2021.

This episode is supported by YuMOVE.

Useful links:

Preparing for travel to the EU or Northern Ireland

https://www.gov.uk/guidance/pet-travel-to-europe-from-1-january-2021

Entering into the UK

https://www.gov.uk/bring-pet-to-uk

Latest advice on Covid 19 for people with pets

https://www.gov.uk/guidance/coronavirus-covid-19-advice-for-people-with-animals

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Zara chats to Nicky Trevorrow, who is Behaviour Manager for Cats Protection. They discuss the process of adopting a cat from the charity and also behaviour and welfare issues including microchipping, obesity and tips on training your cat and why it can be helpful.

This episode is proudly supported by YuMOVE.

Cats Protection Resources

'Hands Free Homing' process

https://www.cats.org.uk/help-and-advice/coronavirus/hands-free-homing

Kozel’s Christmas

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YRx3sgnf9vA&t=13s

'Purrfect Landlords' campaign

https://www.cats.org.uk/what-we-do/campaigning/purrfectlandlords/private-landlords

Kitten socialisation information and free sounds download

https://www.cats.org.uk/help-and-advice/pregnancy-and-kitten-care/kitten-socialisation

How to play with your cat

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AsLMsu4ViL8&t=1s

How to make feeding time fun

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k1s5hmbfCSI&t=4s

Behaviour guides series including litter trays check list

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wUHEWrbGbaE&list=PLBmJH1dUsndgwuLNDJ2MnJodgv9SnOWAF&index=5

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Thinking about getting a rescue dog? Zara is joined by Adam Levy, from the UK charity Dogs Trust, to discuss how adoption can be life changing for both dog and owner, and everything you should consider in order to make it successful. Listen out for the especially heart warming story of Joker.

To find out more about Dogs Trust visit https://www.dogstrust.org.uk/changethetale

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Zara takes the hot seat in this episode to talk about pet food and how it can vary according to our pet’s life stage and lifestyle. Much like we know with own health, we are what we eat, and it’s the same for our pets. Their diet plays a major role in keeping them healthy, active and well-nourished and can affect everything from brain development and bone health to the shine of their coat. Find out when your pet might need to change to a life style diet, how to introduce new foods and tips on reading the labels on pet food.

This episode is supported by YuMOVE.

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Fireworks, thunderstorms and other unexpected loud noises can cause fear and distress in our pets. Zara is joined by animal behaviourist, Karin Pienaar, who offers advice on how to help our cats and dogs cope during such events and also how we can implement longer term strategies to reduce or eliminate noise phobia.

You can find out more about Karin's work and animal behaviour education at https://coape.org

This episode is proudly supported by YuMOVE.

For a 30% discount for new customers simply visit www.yumove.co.uk and enter the code PETPOD30 at the checkout.

Plus, you can also be in with a chance to win a year’s supply of YuMOVE for your dog, cat or horse. Enter the draw at yumove.co.uk/pages/petpod. The winner will be drawn at random and announced on 13th January. Good luck!

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