Veterinary Science
Rory Dean - a rural vet inspired to write
Rory Dean, graduated as a vet from Edinburgh University in 2015, and has already filled a book - Adventures of a Country Vet - full of adventures and experiences as a rural vet in his native UK and… Audio
The not-so-lame story of a country vet
Who knows what goes on in a herd of cows as they walk to the milking shed? Plenty, according to Inglewood vet Neil Chesterton, who has made this his life's work and become a world-renowned expert on… Audio
Tips for being safe around animals (dogs in particular)
Even the gentlest of family pets can bite - for a range of reasons. Research by Auckland emergency doctor Dr Natasha Duncan-Sutherland has found there are around 25,000 dog-related injuries recorded… Audio
Zoo plugs on with ear surgery for Cara
A chimpanzee at Wellington Zoo will need more surgery after she pulled out an ear plug that vets designed to save her hearing.
The Dark Side of Being An Urban Parrot - Kaka and Lead
The kaka from Zealandia Sanctuary are an urban success story, but they are developing lead poisoning, probably from chewing roofing nails and old lead paint. Audio
Canine hydrotherapy
Hydrotherapy with a difference; no togs required and that's because it's for dogs only! With canine hydrotherapist Sarah Apperley of Aqua Hounds, vet Allan Probert and Luna the dog. Audio