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The Vettie Health Podcast

The Vettie Health Podcast

Written by: Dr. Titilayo Ayodele
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Welcome to The Vettie Health podcast, a storytelling podcast that explores what it truly means for animals to live well.

In this first season, we journey through stories that bring the science and ethics of animal welfare. From the humble beginnings of the Five Freedoms to the more holistic Five Domains model used today.

Each episode unfolds a treasure. Whether you’re a student, professional, or animal lover, this season invites you to listen, reflect, and be inspired to see animals not just as creatures under our care, but as lives that deserve understanding and respect.

Titilayo Ayodele 2025
Episodes
  • The soft life animals deserve
    Mar 31 2026

    In this episode of The Sunny Side of Welfare, we explore Freedom from Discomfort, one of the key principles of animal welfare. Beyond food and water, animals also deserve a comfortable environment where they can rest, move freely, and live with minimal stress. From proper shelter and clean environments to grooming and reducing noise disturbance, we discuss practical ways farmers, pet owners, and animal lovers can give animals the soft life they truly deserve.

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    12 mins
  • A healthy bowl of freedom
    Mar 17 2026

    What does hunger really feel like?

    How does it feel for animals?

    In this episode, we explore one of the five freedoms, freedom from hunger and thirst, using relatable human experiences to understand why proper nutrition and clean water are essential for animal welfare.

    From choosing the right diet to showing kindness to animals, this episode reminds us that sometimes, a full bowl and clean water can change everything.

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    11 mins
  • From one pen to five freedoms
    Feb 25 2026

    From one pen to the birth of a new beginning for animals, this episode tells the historical story of post-WWII industrial farming and how a small group of advocates sparked a movement that led to the creation of the Five Freedoms we use today. It highlights the power of awareness, no matter how small, and explores how these principles apply to pets, farm animals, and community animals.

    Tune in to the third episode of the sunny side of Welfare themed from one pen to five freedoms.

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    9 mins
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