Brace yourself for an episode bursting with adrenaline, insight, and awe!Join us on the Paws & Effect Podcast as we welcome Dr. Bart Gazendam, a Dutch wildlife and zoo veterinarian whose veterinary journey reads like a real-life adventure novel.Step into Dr. Bart’s world, where each day might mean racing helicopters, dodging a charging rhino, wading into thorn bushes, or rescuing lions, leopards, elephants, and endangered species at the heart of South Africa’s wildest reserves.In this wonderful episode, Dr. Bart reveals:Jaw-dropping close encounters in the African bush, from heart-stopping run-ins to life-saving interventionsThe unsung heroics and split-second decisions behind wildlife rescue, rhino dehorning, and tackling poaching head-onWhat keeps him inspired amidst the joy, heartbreak, and challenge of caring for Africa’s most iconic giantsExpert advice for aspiring wildlife vets and animal lovers who dream of living life on the wild sideIf you’ve ever wondered what it feels like to be up close with the world’s most majestic and dangerous animals, this is your chance.Tune in for a captivating celebration of courage, compassion, and wild adventure, and discover why being a wildlife vet is truly the stuff of dreams!Don’t miss this one: adventure awaits!SPONSOR: Ultra PetCheck out Ultra Pets New range for Brachy breeds here: https://ultra-pet.co.za/product/premium-recipe-for-short-muzzled-adult-dogs/Connect with Dr Carra:Website: https://drcarra.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ultrapetvet/LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drcarra/Hillcrest Veterinary Hospital: https://hillcrestvets.co.za/Connect with Dr Bart:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vetbart/Podcast Production:This Podcast is produced by Kythe Creative and filmed onsite at Hillcrest Veterinary Hospital.Kythe Creative : https://kythecreative.co.za/THIS EPISODES SPONSORS:Ultra Pet:This episode is sponsored by Ultra Pet, who has been scientifically formulating premium pet food for over 25 years. If you want to take the guesswork out of feeding your furry friends, give Ultra Pet a try. Check them out here at www.ultra-pet.co.zaJust For Pets:Justforpets.co.za is proud to sponsor this episode of the Paws and Effect podcast. Visit their website for all your pet needs and find everything from toys to food and much more. The team over at Just For Pets believe that every pet deserves the best care possible, and that's why we offer a wide range of products to help keep your furry friend happy and healthy - Check them out at https://www.justforpets.co.za/FOR SPONSORSHIPS AND GUEST APPEARANCES, Email us at [email protected] and we'll get in touch with you.Don't forget to LIKE this if you found it helpful, SUBSCRIBE for more episodes and content like this.---------------------------------------------------------------00:00 Cheetah Conservation and Anti-Poaching Efforts24:34 Balancing Elephant Populations and Habitat28:02 Sustainable Elephant Management Challenges32:58 Vulture Poaching and Poisoning Crisis36:19 Rhino Dehorning Scare40:33 Coping with Veterinary Challenges43:49 Reality of Wildlife Work Demands47:42 Path to Wildlife Vet: Gain Broad Experience49:52 Behind the Scenes: Veterinary Challenges53:39 Promoting Transparency through Visual Sharing55:27 Insight into Vet Challenges

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