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What can you do to help dogs when they get depressed? | TV3
The term "depression", as used in humans, may not be entirely appropriate for dogs.
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Do foxes present a risk to pets? Plus a report on a shocking rescue case from Co Offaly | TV3
Some people feel sorry for foxes and encourage them into their garden, feeding them with dog food, and enjoying watching them. I know someone who has a family of fox cubs regularly visiting.
Lucky an 11 year old male terrier with heart disease.
Lucky had always been a typical terrier - an active, energetic dog. He had been healthy over the years apart from a few minor illnesses.
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Taking your pet on holidays – at home or abroad | TV3
Are you one of those lucky people who still has to take your summer holiday? If you want to take your pet with you, there's plenty to think about.
Angel an 18 month old Samoyed who seemed to start to go bald
Samoyeds come from the group of dogs known as “sled-pulling dogs”. They were bred in Siberia by nomadic reindeer herding people.
Holly, a one year old French Boxer with sunburn
Many Irish people are only too aware of the painful consequences of lying in the sun without proper protection. Severe sunburn is an experience that is not quickly forgotten.
More tips for pets in the summer sunshine | East Coast Radio
On East Coast FM this week, I discussed the issue of helping pets cope with summer sunshine.
Hot weather tips for pets: What you need to know about heat stroke
This recent spell of hot sunny weather may be enjoyable for humans, but for pets, it can be stressful and dangerous.
How do you get started in dog agility & can a blind dog have his sight restored? | East Coast Radio
This week, a listener called in to ask how she can start teaching her pet dog how to do agility. Jumping over hurdles and running through tunnels is something that many pets can learn to do.
Scientist says “We will soon have devices that will allow us to talk with our pets”
Wouldn't you just love to know what your pet is thinking? Astonishingly, this may not just be the stuff of dreams. Computers may soon allow us to do this.
Pete the Vet on the Mooney Show: how to stop dogs getting overheated in sunny weather
With the recent warm weather in Ireland, there has been a surge of cases of dogs with heat stroke. I went into the the RTE radio studio with Derek Mooney to discuss how to prevent this common problem.
Pete the Vet talks with Newstalk’s Shenanigans with Sile about the death of his elderly dog Spot
On Newstalk's "Shenangigans with Sile" last week, I discussed the death of my own dog Spot.
Tips on preventing heat stroke in dogs | East Coast Radio
On East Coast FM this week, we discussed the topical issue of dogs overheating in sunny weather. For some tips on how to prevent this, click on the play button below.
How many “dog years” in one “human year”? | East Coast Radio
On East Coast FM this week, we discussed the comparison of human years to dog years: is there any truth to the “one year equals seven” concept? ..
VetHelpDirect blog: “Was I wrong to castrate my dog?” “Could it be a mistake to spay a female dog?” Update on the pros and cons of neutering and spaying | Vet Help Direct
SpayAware is being launched this weekend in Ireland – the aim is to make pet owners aware of the importance of spaying and neutering dogs and cats to control the massive over production of puppi ..
BlogPaws2013 – photos of booksigning, breakfast and more
Pete the Vet signing his books at BlogPaws2013 I don’t like hair dye in dogs, but here in the USA, it seems to be much more accepted than back in Ireland and the UK ..
Mental health of vets, fleas and conferences | East Coast Radio
On East Coast FM this week, we discuss a range of topical issues, as well as taking a call from a listener with a dog that's moulting all over the place.
Ponies & donkeys in trouble, a rabbit with sore ears & Coco the cute Cavalier puppy | Animal A & E
On Animal A&E this week, the ISPCA segment features horses and donkeys in trouble, Bairbre deals with a rabbit with sore ears, and Pete meets a gorgeous Cavalier King Charles puppy called Coco.