pureANIMAL Collective
Episodes
Feline nutrition, microbiome and chronic disease with Dr Matthew Muir
31 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We welcome back Dr Matthew Muir with a masterclass on functional veterinary medicine looking specifically at feline nutrition. microbiome and chronic ...
Episode Encore - Caroline Moeser talks about probiotics in practice
03 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode encore, Dr Sarah Howard talks to Dr Caroline Moeser about probiotics in practice. Topics include: How Caroline became a vet and ended...
Episode Encore - PEA and allergic skin disease with Dr Meng Siak
03 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode encore, Dr Meng Siak talks about PEA and allergic skin disease. Topics discussed include: Dr Meng discusses what PEA is and how it wo...
How to create a calm clinic environment with vet nurse Jacinta Van Eeden
06 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this month's episode we welcome our first vet nurse guest, Jacinta Van Eeden to discuss the changes that can be implemented to create a calm veteri...
Functional approach to managing allergic dermatitis with Dr Matthew Muir
02 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr Sarah Howard speaks to Dr Matthew Muir on his functional approach to managing allergic dermatitis. Topics discussed include: Dr M...
Setting your puppy up for success with Dr Nicole Rous
04 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Dr Nicole Rous breaks down the process of bringing a puppy home and providing the optimal environment for physical and behavioral deve...
Nutrient-based psychiatry with Dr Matthew Muir
30 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this month's episode, Dr Sarah Howard discusses nutrient based psychiatry in the veterinary field with Dr Matthew Muir. Topics discussed include: ...
Urolithiasis and the microbiome with Professor Caroline Mansfield
02 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we discuss with Professor Caroline Mansfield, urolithiasis in dogs and cats and their relationship with the microbiome. Topics discus...
Rethinking healthy ageing in dogs with Dr Matthew Muir
05 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Dr Sarah Howard discusses healthy ageing in dogs with Dr Matthew Muir. Topics discussed include: The reason ageing is currently a hot...
Feline Triaditis with Professor Caroline Mansfield
01 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Professor Caroline Mansfield joins us again to discuss all about feline triaditis. Topics discussed include: What exactly is triaditis? Understanding...
Episode Encore- The importance of the gut microbiome with Dr Susan Armstrong
03 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we discuss the importance of the microbiome with Dr Susan Armstrong. Topics include: What made Sue turn to Veterinary Science and al...
Neutering insights with Dr Nicole Rous
06 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we chat to Dr Nicole Rous about the latest insights on neutering and the recommendations veterinarians should be giving pet owners ba...
Episode Encore - Medical Management of Osteoarthritis with Dr Stephen Fearnside
01 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode encore, we revisit our chat with Dr Stephen Fearnside on medical management of osteoarthritis. Topics include: How did Dr Fearnside e...
Differences between cats and dogs in terms of their microbiomes with Professor Caroline Mansfield
04 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Professor Caroline Mansfield discusses the differences between cats and dogs and their microbiomes. Topics discussed include: The wa...
Rethinking diarrhoea: fresh insights and solutions with Dr Nicole Rous
04 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Nicole Rous joins pureANIMAL again to discuss acute diarrhoea management in dogs and cats. Topics discussed include: Common cause of acute diarrho...
Episode Encore - Management of Digestive Disorders with Dr Caroline Mansfield
31 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode encore we discuss the management of digestive disorders with pureANIMAL ambassador Dr Caroline Mansfield. Topics discussed include: W...
Chronic otitis externa with Dr Meng Siak
03 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This month we welcome back Dr Meng Siak to talk about chronic ear infections. Topics discussed include: Why do ear infections become chronic? Common ...
Palmitoylethanolamide (PEA) and its application in small animal practice with Dr Matthew Muir
05 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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: Wha...
PEA and allergic skin disease with Dr Meng Siak
01 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, pureANIMAL's ambassador Dr Meng Siak talks about PEA and allergic skin disease. Topics discussed include: Dr Meng discusses what PEA...
How to improve mental health in vets by exploring and practicing integrative medicine with Dr Matthew Muir
03 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this month's episode, we talk to Dr Matthew Muir on how to improve mental health in vets by exploring and practicing integrative veterinary medicin...
Episode Encore - Integrative Management of Behavioural Cases with Dr Kathy Cornack
06 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Kathy graduated from the University of Queensland in 1985 with an honours degree in Veterinary Science. Since then, she has had a diverse career withi...
All about mental wellbeing in pets with Dr Nicole Rous
02 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr Nicole Rous discusses the importance of pets' wellbeing. Topics discussed include: The definition of pet wellbeing and how import...
Episode Encore - Veterinary physiotherapy and sports medicine with Dr Naomi Boyd
04 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Naomi Boyd holds a unique dual qualification in physiotherapy and veterinary medicine, and currently works as a sports medicine veterinarian at the...
An integrative approach to oncology with Dr Matthew Muir
30 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we talk to our Ambassador Dr Matthew Muir on how to approach oncology using different modalities. Topics discussed include: Dr Matthe...
Geriatric care and managing osteoarthritis with Dr Wendy Baltzer
02 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We welcome back Dr Wendy Baltzer to discuss geriatric and osteoarthritis management. Topics discussed include: When is a pet considered geriatric and...
Microbiome Restoration Therapy with Dr Matthew Muir
05 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode, we are welcoming pureANIMAL's new ambassador, Dr Matthew Muir who shares his knowledge and experience on microbiome restoration thera...
Professor Caroline Mansfield's approach in managing liver health
06 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Topics discussed include: Liver cases Professor Caroline sees as an internal medicine specialist. How an altered liver function can impact overall he...
All about liver health with Dr Nicole Rous
02 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Prior to being a veterinarian, Nicole completed a Bachelor of Science from Melbourne University followed by an honours year in Vision Sciences. She th...
Setting up puppies' joints for success with Dr Wendy Baltzer
05 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Wendy Baltzer is a board certified veterinary surgeon and certified canine rehabilitation practitioner. She has worked around the world, and is cur...
Supporting the Skin Barrier with Dr Meng Siak
31 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Meng Siak is a board-certified veterinary dermatologist with the Australian and New Zealand College of Veterinary Scientists. He studied at Murdoch...
Feline Digestive Disorders with Professor Caroline Mansfield
03 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Professor Caroline Mansfield is a registered specialist in small animal medicine and she is recognized as an international leader in veterinary intern...
Everything Digestive Health with Dr Nicole Rous
05 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We welcome back Dr Nicole Rous who previously recorded episode 40 with Pure Animal on Supporting Your Pet's Health with Essential Oils. Topics discu...
Episode Encore- The importance of the gut microbiome with Dr Susan Armstrong
01 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Sue qualified from Cambridge Veterinary School, England in 1984 and worked first in Oxford and then in a partnership in Leeds for 12 years. In 2003 sh...
Osteopathy with Sam Sherrington
04 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Sam Sherrington graduated from Western Sydney University in 2003 with a Master of Osteopathy. Sam has been providing osteopathic care to humans since ...
Whole Energy Body Balance with Dr Edward Bassingthwaighte
06 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Edward Bassingthwaighte graduated as a veterinarian from the University of Queensland in 1995. He is known globally as the Healing Vet and is passi...
Holistic Care with Dr Elaine Cebuliak
02 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Elaine Cebuliak holds a Bachelor of Veterinary Science, Membership in Dentistry by examination; IVAS certification in Veterinary Acupuncture; Advan...
The Power of Integration with Dr Jacqui Snell
04 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Jacqui Snell graduated from Massey University in 1988. She has practiced as a companion animal veterinarian for over 30 years and for a large part ...
Episode Encore - Dr. Matthew Muir discusses how to approach a home cooked diet.
28 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Matt obtained a degree in Veterinary Science and Veterinary Biology in 2010 with first class honours from Charles Sturt University. He began work as a...
Episode Encore - Behaviour training for puppies with Nela Graham
31 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Nela Graham is a veterinarian with over 10 years experience in practices all over the world. She has always had a strong interest in brain function, e...
Veterinary Social Work with Dr Alicia Kennedy
03 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Alicia Kennedy graduated from Murdoch University with a Bachelor of Veterinary Science and has been working as a veterinarian for over 30 years. Fo...
Dr Donna McSweeney on the benefits of PEA for pets
06 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Donna McSwenney graduated from the University of Queensland in 2001 with a Bachelor of Veterinary Science. After graduating she worked at the Animal W...
Feline Mental Health with Dr Lucy Scott
01 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Lucy Scott is a qualified veterinarian, having graduated from Massey University in 2015 with a Bachelor of Veterinary Science. After finishing her deg...
Dr Marta Calvo Blanco on cannabinoid use in pets
04 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Marta Calvo Blanco received her Veterinary Degree with Honours in Spain over 25 years ago and ran her own practice with her husband for 15 years....
Holistic approach to cancer with Dr Martina McPeace
06 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Martina McPeace is a veterinarian who received her graduate diploma in Veterinary Western Herbal Medicine from the College of Integrative Veterinar...
Animal kinesiology with Penny Fitzgerald
02 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Penny Fitzgerald is a fully qualified, Professional Kinesiology Practice Therapist and is the Principal Practitioner at PDF Kinesiology in Clarinda, M...
Maddy Selleck on dental care with Ascophyllum Nodosum
05 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Maddy Selleck is a fourth-year veterinary student from Murdoch University with a special interest in emergency and critical care, wound management and...
Geriatric palliative care and the use of nutraceuticals with Dr Catherine Schuetze
31 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Catherine Schuetze graduated from the University of Queensland with a Bachelor of Veterinary Science in 1995. She's had an interest in integrated a...
Acupuncture techniques with animal acupuncturist Flavia Jager Williams
03 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Flavia is a fully qualified vet graduating from the University of the state of Sao Paulo in Brazil in 1997. She practiced as a veterinarian in Brazil ...
Management of Digestive Disorders with Dr Caroline Mansfield
05 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Professor Caroline Mansfield is a registered specialist in small animal medicine and she is recognized as an international leader in veterinary intern...
Dr Nicole Rous on Supporting your Pet's Health with Essential Oils
01 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Prior to becoming a veterinarian, Nicole completed a Bachelor of Science from Melbourne University followed by an honours year in Vision Sciences. She...
A multimodal approach in managing Intervertebral Disc Disease with Dr Steve Denley
01 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Denley graduated from the University of Queensland with a Bachelor of Veterinary Science in 1998 and has been working in small animal practice in s...
Optimising health and managing obesity through nutrition with Dr Clare Middle
04 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Since graduating from Murdoch University as a Veterinarian, Dr Clare Middle has always pursued her interest in natural therapies. She gained her Certi...
Animal Chiropractic with Dr Kim Lim
30 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Kim Lim received her veterinary degree with honours from the University of Melbourne in 1990. She then entered small animal practice and was certif...
Reducing pain and improving a pet’s quality of life with Dr John Waterhouse
02 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Dr John Waterhouse graduated from the University of Sydney in 2004. In 2006, John took a sabbatical from the veterinary profession to manage his famil...
Dr Kelly Halls on restoring your pet’s vitality and fresh food feeding
05 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Kelly Halls was born in Melbourne, Australia. She obtained her Veterinary Science degree from the University of Queensland in Brisbane, Australia i...
Love Your Pet, Love Your Vet - a special discussion with Dr Nadine Hamilton (Part 2)
31 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We welcome back Dr Nadine Hamilton to talk about positive psychology for veterinarians. In this second part of our series, we discuss: What are the m...
Love Your Pet, Love Your Vet - a special discussion with Dr Nadine Hamilton (Part 1)
03 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Nadine Hamilton is a psychologist who has completed doctoral research into veterinarian wellbeing in 2016. She is the founder of Love your Pet, Lov...
Veterinary Acupuncture with Dr David Ward
06 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
David graduated from the University of Sydney in 1990 with a Bachelor of Agricultural Science degree before working for a year as an agronomist/livest...
Veterinary physiotherapy and sports medicine with Dr Naomi Boyd
01 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Naomi Boyd holds a unique dual qualification in physiotherapy and veterinary medicine, and currently works as a sports medicine veterinarian at the...
Supporting post-operative recovery after orthopaedic surgery with Dr Wendy Baltzer
04 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Wendy Baltzer is a board certified veterinary surgeon and certified canine rehabilitation practitioner. She has worked around the world, and is cur...
Dr Craig Webb's clinical approach to elevated liver enzymes
06 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Craig Webb is a specialist gastroenterologist from Colorado State University. He found a passion for veterinary medicine after his family cat recei...
Mind body veterinary medicine with Dr Matthew Muir (Part B)
02 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We welcome back Dr Matthew Muir for Part B of our discussion about mind body veterinary medicine. In this second part of our series, we discuss: Mani...
Mind body veterinary medicine with Dr Matthew Muir (Part A)
02 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We welcome back Dr Matt Muir to the Pure Animal Podcast. Dr Muir is an integrative veterinarian who works out of All Natural Vet Care in Sydney. His i...
The impact of COVID on the mental wellbeing of pets with Dr Kersti Seksel
05 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Kersti Seksel is a boarded veterinary specialist in behavioural medicine and works at Sydney Animal Behaviour Service in Sydney, Australia. She was...
Integrative Management of Behavioural Cases with Dr Kathy Cornack
01 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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...
Dr Kate Mornement on aggressive pets in vet clinics
03 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Mornement is an Applied Animal Behaviourist and Consultant with a PhD in canine behavior. She also has a Bachelor of Science with first class Honou...
Dr Mandy Burrows talks about food allergies and their influence on ear health
06 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Mandy is a Fellow of the Australian and New Zealand College of Veterinary Scientists in Veterinary Dermatology and a registered specialist in veterina...
Caroline Moeser talks about probiotics in practice
01 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Caroline graduated from the University of Sydney with a Bachelor of Veterinary Science in 1994. She enjoyed working in small animal practice in Sydney...
Dr. Matthew Muir discusses how to approach a home cooked diet.
04 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Matt obtained a degree in Veterinary Science and Veterinary Biology in 2010 with first class honours from Charles Sturt University. He began work as a...
Dr Alison Moran on Caring for Senior Pets
30 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Moran graduated as a vet from the University of Sydney in 1995. After several years in practice both in Australia and Great Britain she went on to ...
Canine Rehabilitation with Michelle Monk
02 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s episode we are talking to physiotherapist Michelle Monk about helping dogs to live their happiest, longest and healthiest lives. Mich...
Medical Management of Osteoarthritis with Dr Stephen Fearnside
05 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Fearnside graduated from the University of Sydney with first class honours in 1995. After working in rural practice for a few years, he completed a...
The importance of the gut microbiome with Dr Susan Armstrong
31 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Sue qualified from Cambridge Veterinary School, England in 1984 and worked first in Oxford and then in a partnership in Leeds for 12 years. In 2003 sh...
Integrative Dentistry with Dr Matthew Muir
03 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Matthew Muir obtained a degree in Veterinary Science and Veterinary Biology in 2010 with first class honours from Charles Sturt University. He bega...
Dr Rusty Muse discusses his strategies for managing atopic dermatitis in dogs
04 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Rusty Muse is a registered specialist in veterinary dermatology working both in Perth, in Western Australia, and California, in America. He is an o...
Veterinary dermatology and antimicrobial resistance with Dr Meng Siak
31 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Meng Siak is a board-certified veterinary dermatologist with the Australian and New Zealand College of Veterinary Scientists. He studied at Murdoch...
Behaviour training for puppies with Nela Graham
03 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Nela Graham is a veterinarian with over 10 years experience in pratices all over the world. She has always had a strong interest in brain function, em...
Feeding for healthy skin with Dr Sarah Brett
05 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Sarah Brett is a holistic veterinarian from Kununurra in northern WA with a passion for natural and complementary therapies. She has been inspired ...
Anxiety in dogs with Dr Kathy Cornack
01 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Kathy Cornack is an integrative practitioner with a special interest in behaviour. Kathy believes that our focus should be on educating pet owners ...
An integrative approach to behaviour cases with Dr Kate Lindsey
03 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Kate Lindsey is a veterinarian who has had a lifelong fascination with animals and their behaviour. After feeling confused and uncomfortable with t...
Nutritional medicine with Dr Geraldine Blanchard
06 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Geraldine Blanchard has had a passion for animal nutrition from when she graduated as a vet in 1994. Geraldine believes that nutrition is a way of ...
A species appropriate diet as the foundation of health with Dr Renee O'Duhring
02 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Renee O'Duhring is a holistic veterinarian with a passion for nutrition. She is the co-founder of a holistic veterinary practice; The Natural Vets,...
Cognitive dysfunction with Dr Trepheena Hunter
04 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Trepheena Hunter is a behavioural veterinarian with a special interest in the mental health and well-being of shelter animals. She worked for sever...
Canine rehabilitation and therapeutic exercise with Robby Porter
30 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Robert ("Robby") Porter fell in love with veterinary medicine from a young age, giving up most of his waking hours to the profession. However he notic...
The future of medicinal cannabis in the veterinary industry with Dr Alister Webster
02 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Alister Webster was born to be in the veterinary industry and has an impressive resume including working in clinical practice and veterinary educat...
An integrative approach to treating cancer in animals with Dr Karen Goldrick
05 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Karen Goldrick is an integrative veterinarian with an impressive array of experience and education in the fields of acupuncture, Traditional Chines...
Otitis externa management with Dr Linda Vogelnest
05 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Linda Vogelnest is one of Sydney's most recognised veterinary dermatologists, having taught and practiced at Sydney University for many years befor...
A herbal approach to liver disease with Dr Barbara Fougere
01 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Barbara Fougere has been at the forefront of integrative veterinary medicine for many years and is part of the fight to have this field recognised ...
Canine atopic dermatitis and the importance of barrier health with Dr Sharon Bryden
29 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Atopic dermatitis is a prevalent allergic skin disease seen in companion animal practice. In this first episode of the Pure Animal Podcast, Dr Sharon ...