Off Duty
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Podcast Overview
<div>Two vets. Two mums. Lots of animals.</div> <div>Off Duty blends real vet-life stories with expert advice on everything from puppies to ponies. With specialist guests, practical tips, and plenty of laughs, we help you understand your pets and horses — while juggling the madness of everyday life.</div> <div></div>
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Publishing Since
11/13/2025
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Recent Episodes
April 11, 2026
Inside Animal Welfare: Life as an ISPCA Inspector with Alice Lacey
In this episode of Off Duty, we sit down with Alice Lacey, Senior Animal Welfare Inspector with the ISPCA, to explore the realities of working on the front line of animal welfare in Ireland. Alice shares her journey from volunteering to becoming an inspector, and gives an honest insight into the emotional, challenging, and deeply rewarding nature of her work. From dealing with neglect cases and navigating difficult conversations with owners, to giving evidence in court and rescuing animals in distress, no two days are ever the same. We discuss: What animal welfare inspectors really do (and common misconceptions) The balance between education, enforcement, and empathy The emotional toll of the job and managing compassion fatigue Why most cases are neglect—not intentional cruelty The importance of microchipping, traceability, and responsible ownership Current welfare concerns including overbreeding, biosecurity, and feral cat populations Alice also shares powerful personal stories—from rescuing animals in heartbreaking situations to adopting her own dog through welfare work—and what keeps her motivated despite the challenges. This episode is a reminder that small actions—education, early intervention, and responsible ownership—can make a huge difference to animal welfare. 📞 If you have concerns about animal welfare, reports can be made to the ISPCA National Animal Cruelty Helpline.
February 24, 2026
Bonus Episode: Your Strangles Questions Answered
With an increase in strangles cases and a lot of misinformation circulating on social media, we’re bringing you a short bonus episode of Off Duty to answer your questions. We managed to catch Off Duty co-host and equine vet Sabrina in the middle of a busy schedule to respond to real questions sent in by horse owners who are trying to do the right thing and want clear, factual advice. This listener-led Q&A covers how strangles spreads, early signs to watch for, managing risk when competing or travelling, vaccination considerations, and what to do if your horse or yard is affected. The aim isn’t to create panic, but to cut through the noise, address misinformation, and help owners make sensible, informed decisions. If you’re concerned about your own horse, always contact your own vet or Dooneen Vets for advice. We hope to return to this topic in a future full episode, looking more broadly at equine infectious diseases and how to create an effective infectious disease plan for your yard.
February 13, 2026
“Just Go to Catherine” – Understanding Dog Behaviour Properly
If you’ve ever heard us say “Just email Catherine” — this is why. Catherine Griffin from Snout & About joins us to break down what behaviour actually means, why it’s not the same as training, and why so many cases have pain or emotional distress at the root. We talk: Puppy foundations Overstimulation & modern dog lifestyles Why muzzles shouldn’t carry stigma The importance of early intervention And how behaviour work starts long before you ever “train” a dog This is a collaborative, evidence-based approach to behaviour — and honestly, it changed how we think in clinic. Thanks to Chanelle Pharma for supporting this episode. Part 1 of a multi-part series. If you would like to contact Catherine www.snoutandabout.ie
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- What is Off Duty?
<div>Two vets. Two mums. Lots of animals.</div> <div>Off Duty blends real vet-life stories with expert advice on everything from puppies to ponies. With specialist guests, practical tips, and plenty of laughs, we help you understand your pets and horses — while juggling the madness of everyday life.</div> <div></div> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates daily.
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Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.
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