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Pet questions and answers on TV3
Can anything be done to stop ferrets from smelling so strongly? Can a fleece blanket be put into a dog kennel? Would an anti-fungal shampoo stop a Bassett Hound from having a smelly coat? What pour-on ..
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Pets and drinking water on the radio | East Coast Radio
Pets seem to drink from all sorts of places, including muddy puddles and ditches. Is this safe? And why do they so often reject the fresh tap water.
Treating itchy dogs: radio discussion | East Coast Radio
Last week we discussed diagnosing the cause of itchy skin in dogs: this week the subject was how to treat dogs with allergic skin disease. Listen below:. VETITCHTREAT.
Radio discussion: Why do dogs itch? | East Coast Radio
Itchiness is a common problem in dogs during the summer months. What makes dogs itch? Listen to our discussion on East Coast FM to find out more. Just click on the play button below.
The latest stray dog statistics in Ireland | East Coast Radio
On East Coast FM today, we discussed the latest statistics from dog pounds in Ireland. Listen below:. VETDOGSTATS.
World Animal Week – on the radio
On East Coast FM this week, we discussed World Animal Week - and Pet Expo, which is happening this weekend in Dublin. Click on the Play button below to listen. vetworld.
Radio interview about my new books
My books were discussed in detail on Derek Mooney's afternoon radio show on RTE One in Ireland yesterday. To listen, click on this link, then open in Real Player or equivalent.
My latest two books are now on the bookshelves
One of my writing projects has just come to fruition: two books full of tips on pet care.
The summer – a good time to get a new pup
A puppy is a wonderful addition to a family, and it was a day for celebration when Scooby arrived in the Murphy household.
The life of an animal lover: making a hobby into a business
Colette O’Toole Co Wicklow has many animal friends: for starters, meet Sugar, Bibi and Puddle the Jack Russell Terriers, Flora and Bella the Labradors, and Kanga the Springer Spaniel.
Madra: Saving dogs in the West of Ireland
Marina Fiddler lives in the heart of Connemara, and she's recently got together with a friend to establish an animal welfare group to deal with the local stray dog problem.
Case Study
Benson, a Doberman cross who was licking his wounds
Joyce Lee had problems when her Doberman Cross, Benson, had to be prevented from licking the operation site following removal of a tumour.
Twitter, and respiratory infections in pets | East Coast Radio
This week on East Coast FM, I explain how I'm starting to use Twitter with a veterinary angle, and then we went on to talk about respiratory infections in pets. Listen below:. VETFLU.
Dogs going to the movies
When Emma won tickets to an Irish movie premiere, they were tickets with a difference.
Cognitive problems of elderly dogs
Sophie is a lovely Golden retriever who has just passed her 16th birthday, making her over a hundred in "dog years".
Christmas hazards for pets
Christmas should be a time for enjoying the company of family, friends and pets. We should be able to relax and forget our normal daily worries.
Antifreeze poisoning
Antifreeze poisoning is common, because pets like the taste of this highly toxic substance.
Stopping dogs from escaping from gardens
The old days of the dog "taking himself for a walk" are in the past, and this is no longer acceptable. Owners have a responsibility to keep dogs securely at home, either indoors or confined to the garden.