From longevity and gut health to routines, habits and the small choices that make a big difference, Petgevity explores how to help your pet live a longer, healthier and happier life. Hosted by Fabian Rivers, each week we sit down with leading vets, behaviourists, nutrition experts and unexpected voices to unpack the latest pet trends and separate the good advice from the nonsense or even harmful. Your pet can’t tell you what’s working. So let us help you understand the signals, make smarter choices and feel confident they’re getting the very best life possible.
What this show covers
dog healthgenomicspet DNA testingveterinary sciencecanine geneticsdog emergenciesemergency preparednesspet safetyat-home pet carepet first aidpet behaviourdog communicationdogshuman-animal bondpet wellbeing
What listeners will find here
Could one DNA test change your dog’s future?
Genetic testing for pets is the focus here, with canine geneticist Dr Cathryn Mellersh explaining how advances in genomics are reshaping dog health. The episode looks at how these tests work, who they may help, and why the field could have worldwide impact.
What to do when your pet collapses: practical first aid with Emma Hammett
Pet first aid is the focus here, with Emma Hammett joining to talk through how to stay calm and help effectively in an emergency. It’s aimed at pet owners who want practical at-home guidance and more confidence when every second feels critical.
What your dog may be telling you, and how to deepen the bond
This episode explores how dogs and humans communicate beyond words, with clinical animal behaviourist Jade Nicholas. It looks at why that bond feels so strong, how to read your dog’s signals more clearly, and ways to support wellbeing for both of you.
The hidden cost of the pug boom and what it says about pedigree pets
Pedigree pet welfare is at the center of this conversation with vet and animal welfare advocate Dr Sean McCormack. The episode looks at how the pug boom exposed health problems linked to extreme breeding, and asks what responsible ownership and a healthier future for dogs could look like.
Kibble, raw, wet, or fresh? A calmer way to think about dog nutrition
Dog nutrition is the focus here, with Sally Barker unpacking the debate around kibble, wet, fresh, and raw feeding. The episode aims to cut through conflicting opinions and explain what a healthy meal looks like so dog owners can choose with more confidence.
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