Boots the cat seemed to lose the power in her hind legs
THIS STORY IS FROM OUR ARCHIVESOne Saturday morning, Boots started to behave strangely.
Pets & Other Animals
Petfix IGTV: Pete the Vet talks to Marina Fiddler about Madra and rescue dogs | IGTV
This week, Pete chats to Marina about how her dog rescue charity, MADRA, came about, what they do and how Covid-19 has affected the charity. Watch the video about by clicking on the link.
Spaying and neutering dogs: RTE Today Show Petfix Pet Clinic | RTE
In this week's Petfix pet spot, Pete gives an update in the latest scientific advice on whether, and when, to spay and neuter female and male dogs.
Lily the rabbit had a problem with her leg
THIS STORY IS FROM OUR ARCHIVESLily is a free-range rabbit: she is allowed to run around the family’s walled-in back garden.
Petfix IGTV: Pete the vet talks to Veterinary Physiotherapist Lynsey Tanner | IGTV
Petfix vet Pete Wedderburn was joined by Lynsey on Petfix Instagram Live to discuss the different methods of veterinary physiotherapy and how Lynsey became involved in the profession.
Archie is a six year old Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
THIS STORY IS FROM OUR ARCHIVESMarie first mentioned Archie’s eye problem when she brought him in for his annual health check in September.
Petfix IGTV: Pete the Vet talks to Judy from Sniffe & Likkit | IGTV
Petfix vet Pete Wedderburn talks to Judy from Sniffe & Likkit about their gorgeous range of scent-related products, which are exclusive to Petfix in Ireland.
Penny the Shetland Sheepdog had foul smelling breath
THIS STORY IS FROM OUR ARCHIVES Many people might not notice if their pet’s breath gets a bit stinky, but Penny has a particular behaviour that meant that Marie couldn’t avoid noticing when Penny ..
Theo the hamster had a damaged eye
THIS STORY IS FROM OUR ARCHIVESTheo belonged to one of Cat’s friends who emigrated to Australia three months ago: it was impossible to take the little hamster with her, so he had to be rehomed.
Petfix IGTV: Pete the Vet talks to Doireann Garrihy about her much loved dog Bertie | IGTV
Doireann Garrihy chats to Petfix vet Pete Wedderburn about Bertie's eating habits, walking without a lead, and different behaviours.
Chip developed a strange rash on her face
THIS STORY IS FROM OUR ARCHIVESAoife has never known life without Chip. Six years before she was born, her parents adopted the young adult cat from the DSPCA.
Petfix IGTV: Pete the Vet talks to musician Erica Cody about her pets – two dogs and a tortoise | IGTV
Erica Cody talks to Petfix vet Pete Wedderburn, about her two dogs Buddy and Bowie, and her new Tortoise Biggie.
Boomer was unable to pass urine
THIS STORY IS FROM OUR ARCHIVESWhen Lisa comes home in the evening, Boomer always rushes to greet her, purring.
Petfix IGTV: Pete the Vet talks to Darren Randolph, the Irish goalkeeper | IGTV
In this session, Petfix vet Pete Wedderburn is joined by West Ham, and Irish Goalkeeper Darren Randolph to chat about his dog Skye, and dealing with Skye’s allergic skin condition, Atopic ..
Defor works as a drug sniffer dog for the Irish Customs service
THIS STORY IS FROM OUR ARCHIVESSniffer dogs have been used by the Irish Customs service since 1984. There are now about twenty dogs around the country, at ports and other centres.
Maisie the Golden Retriever puppy broke her tooth
THIS STORY IS FROM OUR ARCHIVESMaisie is the latest addition to the household, and she’s become an enthusiastic playmate of Ted, the two year old Corgi.
Petfix IGTV: Pete the Vet talks to Becky Bristow from Dogs Trust about issues facing dogs in Ireland in 2021 | IGTV
In this week's IGTV session, Becky Bristow from Dogs Trust joins Pete "the vet" Wedderburn to discuss the Issues Facing Dogs In Ireland at the moment.
The unconditional love of pets in lockdown
One of the unexpected bonuses of the past year has been the increased connection between people and pets.