Vets Talking Pets
Claim This Podcastby Maggie Roberts & Vanessa Howie
Podcast Overview
<p>We all love our pets, but do we really understand them or see the world from their perspective? Join UK-based vets, Dr Maggie Roberts and Dr Vanessa Howie for their must-listen podcast made especially for pet caregivers. They are highly experienced vets who have worked in both companion animal vet practice and the animal charity sector and provide insight into all aspects of pet ownership.</p> <p>Maggie and Vanessa are passionate about animal welfare and love to share their knowledge in a down to earth, humorous but compassionate way. No pet subject is out of bounds, and they are happy to tackle difficult and controversial topics as well as offering practical advice for anyone already owning a pet or thinking about welcoming one into their home.</p> <p>Tune into their weekly pet care podcasts for a paw-some mix of entertainment and information.</p> <p>Send any questions to <a href="mailto:info@advovet.co.uk">info@advovet.co.uk</a></p>
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3/25/2026
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Recent Episodes
June 24, 2026
Episode 10: Extreme Conformation – what is it and why is it bad for dogs?
Maggie and Vanessa explain what extreme conformation is and why some dogs are bred with very flat faces, short legs or tails, no hair, or lots of wrinkles. They may look cute but often there are unintended consequences that affect the health and welfare of the dogs. These problems lead not only to more vet bills and heartache for you but lifelong issues for your pet. We discuss what’s being done to help reduce these problems and how a new tool, the Innate Health Assessment could improve the lives of future generations of puppies.
June 10, 2026
Episode 9: Canine Chronicles – a history of dog breeds
Where do dogs come from and why are there so many breeds? Vanessa and Maggie discuss how dogs evolved from the grey wolf to become man’s best friend and how dogs were selectively bred for different purposes like hunting and guarding. Learn how your pet dog today may have been born to be a companion but may still have the characteristics of their working ancestor. How does this affect your dog’s behaviour? You may be surprised by the background of favourite breeds such as Dachshunds and Yorkies.
May 27, 2026
Episode 8: Corporates, independents and competition – unravelling the mysteries of the vet industry
There has been a lot in the news about the UK's Competition and Market Authority’s (CMA’s) investigation into the companion animal (pet) veterinary industry. Maggie and Vanessa discuss the changes that have occurred over the last few years, including the increase in the number of corporately owned practices and the impact this has had. They look at what changes have been suggested by the CMA, whether they will really make a difference to pet owners and the impact the investigation has had on frontline vet staff. The CMA's remedies and recommendations to vet practices can be found here.
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- What is Vets Talking Pets?
<p>We all love our pets, but do we really understand them or see the world from their perspective? Join UK-based vets, Dr Maggie Roberts and Dr Vanessa Howie for their must-listen podcast made especially for pet caregivers. They are highly experienced vets who have worked in both companion animal vet practice and the animal charity sector and provide insight into all aspects of pet ownership.</p> <p>Maggie and Vanessa are passionate about animal welfare and love to share their knowledge in a down to earth, humorous but compassionate way. No pet subject is out of bounds, and they are happy to tackle difficult and controversial topics as well as offering practical advice for anyone already owning a pet or thinking about welcoming one into their home.</p> <p>Tune into their weekly pet care podcasts for a paw-some mix of entertainment and information.</p> <p>Send any questions to <a href="mailto:info@advovet.co.uk">info@advovet.co.uk</a></p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates daily.
- Where can I listen to this podcast?
This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
- Does this podcast accept guests?
No, this podcast does not typically feature guests.
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