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Ireland still suffers from a serious animal welfare problem caused by the failure of pet owners to have their dogs and cats spayed or neutered.
Dogs
Case Study
Toby, a one-year-old cross between a Labrador and an Irish Setter who was clicker trained.
Brendan is a dog-training enthusiast. He’s owned several dogs over the years, and he’s done both obedience work and agility classes, so he knows what’s involved.
Print Article
Pet dentistry: are vets more interested in the health of their patients or the profit in their pockets? | Vet Help Direct
I've written another article on the subject of the type of daily challenge faced by vets when it comes to charging fees for looking after pets.
Video
Pete’s Amazing Tails: Murray and his amazing assistance dog Clive | TV3
I’m on the hunt for stories about pets that have made a big difference to their owners’ lives – it’s a mini-series within Ireland AM on TV3 – known as “Pete’s ..
Podcast
Itchy ears in dogs | East Coast Radio
Itchy ears are one of the most common reasons for dogs needing to visit the vet. This week's podcast talks about how to deal with this common problem.
Case Study
Gizmo, a two month old puppy who was the perfect family pet
Lisa has always been a dog lover, but as her life's circumstances have changed, so has the type of dog that she's chosen.
Podcast
Pete the Vet’s podcast: How to make your pet a happy traveller | East Coast Radio
This week, Pete the Vet discusses ways to ensure that your pet is a happy traveller when being taken for trips in the car.
Case Study
Cora, a five year old cross-bred collie who became very ill after eating something “off” while on a walk.
Cora was found as a young adult stray dog, abandoned beside the road with four newly born puppies beside her. Her rescuer took her to ASH animal sanctuary, where she was allowed to raise her pups in comfort.
Video
The tale of the rescue of Garth the abused English Bull Terrier | TV3
On Ireland AM this morning, the story was told of Garth, an abused English Bull Terrier.
Case Study
Renji, a four year old Boxer who came out in a rash all over his body.
One day during the Summer, Renji was having a normal day, sniffing around the garden, lounging around the home, and generally taking things easy.
Video
“Dog attacks boy” – interview with boy bitten by Siberian Husky last week | TV3
On Ireland AM this week, I took part in an interview with Cameron Lynch, the 10 year old boy who was attacked by a SIberian Husky last week.
Win a prize with a “selfie” of your dog – and have a bit of fun at the same time
The idea of "dog selfies" sounds a bit strange, but it's great fun: dogs can be as good as humans at making funny faces.
Podcast
Dog attacks on children and National Chipping Month in Ireland | East Coast Radio
Two subjects for discussion by Pete the Vet in the podcast today: the young boy being badly bitten by a dog in North Dublin recently, and then the details of National Chipping Month – highlighti ..
Pete the Vet: “I went to the dogs for my holiday” – with TrustedHouseSitters.com
I'm just back from being away for 4 weeks - on a holiday with a difference. I used a new and exciting website - TrustedHouseSitters. com.
Case Study
Reilly, a three year old male Golden Retriever who helped himself to human medicine, and got himself into trouble.
Reilly adores Tanya, and there’s only one problem with their relationship: he gets upset when he’s not with her.
Case Study
Anuk, a five month old cross bred Husky who fell off a cliff while on a walk.
Anuk is a recent arrival in the Malone household, bought as company for their eight year old cross-bred Labrador, D-von.
Case Study
Bruder, a two year old collie cross dog who developed a mystery lameness
Bruder is a “rescue dog” – Anna found him at Collon Animal Sanctuary (www. collonanimalsanctuary. com) as a young adult.
Case Study
Daisy, a three year old female Shih Tzu who was attacked by a neighbour’s dog.
Ella’s mother had gone out to do the school run, leaving Daisy in her front garden.