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Stop fighting and aggression in pet dogs at home and in the park | TV3
My two dogs, Spot (who died of old age last year) and Kiko, used to be friends, but they sometimes disagreed over toys or food.
Dogs
Holly, a 1 year old female terrier cross who was rescued from the dog pound and was later found to be pregnant.
Holly is a typical example of a common type of dog that ends up in Ireland’s dog pounds. She was less than a year old, she had come into season, and she had become a nuisance to her original owners.
Molly, a four year old female Boxer who had bald patches along both sides of her back
Molly was a young, healthy Boxer, in her prime. She had bright clear eyes and a shiny coat. But her good looks were spoiled by an obvious problem: baldness.
Coco, a 12 week old female Poodle puppy had to be collected from a breeder in England
Poodles are exceptionally popular pets in some countries. In France, people are as likely to be carrying a poodle under their arm as a stick of French bread.
“Dogs give a great deal of love to those who give them a great deal of love”- Article in Irish Examiner today:
Rita de Brun has written an excellent article in today's Irish Examiner about the relationship between dogs and humans. To read it, follow this link.
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How to ensure a safe Christmas for your pets | TV3
Christmas is a time to enjoy with family and friends- a time of year for relaxing and forgetting about the usual daily hassles and stresses.
Mayday, a two year old male Wicklow Collie who suffered severe injuries to his left hind leg in a road accident and had to have it amputated.
Most owners are understandably horrified at the prospect of a limb being amputated from their pet. Animals thrive on their independence.
Bua, a one year old female Irish Setter who had a painful left eye
Bua is a young, fit dog. She shows all of the classical signs of full health, with an alert appearance, a glossy coat and bright, clear eyes.
Xmas presents for pets & how to keep invading cats out of your home | East Coast Radio
On East Coast FM this week, BrayVet's Pete Wedderburn discussed the problem with cats going into other people's houses. He goes on to discuss Christmas presents for pets and animal lovers.
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Why a dog (or cat or rabbit) is for life, and not just for Christmas: What does that really mean? | TV3
The focus of the vet spot this week was that phrase coined by Dogs Trust that has become a part of common speech: "A Dog is For Life, Not Just for Christmas".
VetHelpDirect blog: new survey shows that millions of pets suffer because of human negligence | Vet Help Direct
We all like to see ourselves as "good", yet when you add all of us together, as "society", the outcome is often far from "good".
Lucky, a 7 year old male Cavalier King Charles Spaniel who developed a sore neck that would not respond to simple treatment
Almost exactly one year ago, just before Christmas, Lucky first showed signs of having a sore neck. The Martins had noticed that he was suddenly walking stiffly, as if he had a sore shoulder.
Lemar, a 2 year old cross-bred terrier who is terrified by other dogs
In the same way as many human psychological problems can be traced to childhood experiences, behavioural problems in dogs can often be linked with incidents that happen early in life to puppies.
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Good news about tail docking & a new anti-dog poo hotline | TV3
On Ireland AM this week, I was able to announce good news: the Minister of Agriculture, Simon Coveney, has announced that he will NOT allow lay people to dock puppies' tails.
Alfie, a two year old Cavalier King Charles Spaniel who had changed from a bright, active dog into a dull, lazy slowcoach who had gained a lot of weight
A few years ago, there were two brothers in Britain who appeared in court because they had allowed their dog to get fat.
Tilly, a 12 week old Jack Russell Terrier puppy had a swollen belly
The new puppy seemed very healthy, but Isabelle’s mother had noticed that she had a pot belly. She asked me about it when Tilly was brought in for her first vaccination.
Ireland is living in the past: we are about to make it legal for members of public to dock puppies’ tails. | Vet Help Direct
The puppy pictured above was brought to me for treatment after a botched home-done tail docking job.