Podcast
The danger of chocolate for dogs and lilies for cats | East Coast Radio
On this week's podcast, Pete discussed the dangers of chocolate for dogs and lilies for cats.
Cats
Case Study
Tom, a 20 year old cat who turned up after nearly three months.
Maura took on Tom as an adult rescue cat when she was living in Cabinteely fifteen years ago.
Pet magazines have moved into the 21st Century – have a look for yourself at Pets Magazine
I used to write for a number of pets magazines: glossy paper, full colour photos, and interesting stories about animals. While a few of these have survived, many of them have stopped publishing.
Podcast
More discussion of veganism & Veganuary | Pat Kenny Show
On this week's Pat Kenny Show vet spot, first I discussed my experiences of veganism in Veganuary. Pat asked some challenging questions - difficult enough to answer quickly on live national radio.
Case Study
Maggie, a three year old cat who had something sticking out of her paw.
Eva’s family rescued Maggie from the Wicklow SPCA Sharpes Hill animal sanctuary when she was just a kitten. Eva was only two at the time, so as far as she’s concerned, Maggie has been around for ever.
Podcast
From dog vaccines to itchy cats and more | Pat Kenny Show
This week on Newstalk, we answered a range of questions from pet owners. I have two toy Jack Russells aged 7 which I inherited 18 months ago. I had them checked by the vet and all is good.
Case Study
Max, a 4 year old cat who was shot by an airgun in the garden.
Max is a free-ranging cat, coming and going as he likes through a cat flap. He lives in typical suburbia, with rows of semi-detached houses each having their own enclosed back gardens.
Eleven pet experts expose the most common pet myth that they encounter: Creature Clinic
A pet myth is a commonly held view about pet care that is untrue. Joanna Paul, an Australian vet who writes an excellent blog at CreatureClinic.
Christmas presents for pets and pet lovers- some last minute ideas and tips
Christmas presents for pets and owners? Why not? This week Ireland AM featured a woman who spent €7000 on her new dog, between purchase price of pup and a range of pet accessories including a doggy ..
Podcast
Cats: Loved and hated | Pat Kenny Show
I love cats, but there are many people who find them irritating. First, they hunt wild birds in other people's back gardens.
Case Study
Cosmo, a ginger cat who had eaten some poison.
Cosmo lives an active life, enjoying the outdoor world: he’s a keen hunter of rats and mice.
Fat and oil supplements for pets: what do pet owners need to know? | Wikivet
The subject of fats and oils in our diets is challenging: what we "know" one year (e. g. butter is bad for you) is found to be untrue several years later.
Video
Cats plotting to kill, crows mobbing bird-killing humans | Pat Kenny Show
This week on the Pat Kenny Show we discussed issues that arose in three topical news stories: cats as predators, smart crows and Guinness going vegan.
The 2015 Pet Report: UK pet ownership shows that pets are more appreciated than ever before
The 2015 Pet Report was launched in London today. This new study has highlighted the importance of the bond between children and their pets.
Podcast
Keeping Pets Happy at Halloween & Microchipping. | East Coast Radio
In this week's podcast, we discussed providing a cosy, quiet den for pets at Halloween. We also spoke about the importance of microchipping your pets at this time of year and fitbits for dogs.
Podcast
Treating arthritis in dogs and cats | Pat Kenny Show
Arthritis is a common problem for older pets and the cause needs to be considered when choosing treatment. Treatment often needs to address the cause as well as treating the symptoms.
Podcast
Darker evenings, Reflective Collars & Leads | East Coast Radio
This week, Pete discusses how we can protect our dogs and cats during the darker evenings by putting reflective collars on them and using reflective leads.
Family Holiday House Sitting in France – my own experience this summer
If you love pets, you'll love pet and house sitting as a novel and affordable option for going on holidays.