Podcast
Podcast: Helping pets deal with the fear of fireworks. | East Coast Radio
Fireworks come out every year at different times - from Halloween to Guy Fawkes to New Year. Many animals are terrified of these noisy, bright creations.
Pets & Other Animals
Podcast
Podcast: why do dogs use “puppy dog eyes” to plead with their owners? | East Coast Radio
Dogs are experts in using body language to communicate, and the way they use their facial expressions to "talk" to their owners is a classic example.
Case Study
Monty a 10 week old Bulldog-Beagle cross
Kyra chose Monty as her new family dog carefully: she wanted a cross-bred animal to avoid the common illnesses and genetic issues that are seen in some pedigree dogs.
Video
Diagnosis and treatment of arthritis in dogs and cats: video from Pete the Vet on TV3’s Ireland AM | TV3
Is your older pet creaking around slowly, taking ages to get up in the morning, and doing less activity than they used to do? To watch Pete the Vet discussing arthritis on TV3’s Ireland AM, watc ..
Case Study
Lilly a one year old American Bull Terrier
A couple of months ago, Lilly started limping on her right fore leg.
Case Study
Molly an eight year old Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Kerri was just three years old when Molly arrived in her life as a puppy.
Guest post: 20 Things to Know Before Giving Catnip to Your Cats
Catnip is often used as a training aid, to encourage lethargic pets to become more active, or to help calm down a cat during a journey.
Case Study
Five dogs and four cats in Greece
Holidays can be an expensive luxury: as well as the cost of air flights to reach your destination, you need to pay for accommodation and often a rental car to get around.
Podcast
Ireland’s first cat cafe: Pete the Vet’s podcast from Newstalk’s Pat Kenny Show | Pat Kenny Show
To listen to the podcast, click on the link at the foot of this page.
Case Study
Maya a six year old cross bred Collie
Maya rushes everywhere, as if she is eager to experience as much of life as possible.
Print Article
Are conkers and acorns poisonous to dogs? | The Telegraph
There's an autumnal tinge in the air, with acorns and conkers scattered in fields, parks and gardens. They may be pretty, but are they safe?Read my latest online post in the Telegraph to find out more.
Case Study
Peanut the pug needed a tracheostomy
The Pug is a popular breed in Ireland: their small, big-eyed, snub-nosed, round-faced appearance ranks them high in the cuteness stakes.
Video
Tackling the issue of poor health in pedigree or “designer” dogs: Pete the Vet on TV3’s Ireland AM | TV3
To watch the video discussing how to tackle poor quality pedigree and "designer" pups, see the link at the foot of this page.
Podcast
Podcast: the benefits – and challenges – of having pets in the workplace | East Coast Radio
Pets should be part of our community: they bring benefits to humans, as well as having better lives themselves when they are included.
Case Study
Troubles a 4 year old guinea pig
Paddy was given an instant "family" of pets by a classmate at school who was returning to Canada and could not take his animals with him.
Case Study
Bluebell is a ten year old cat
As an older cat, Bluebell lives a calm, quiet life. She spends her day snoozing in the sunshine or strolling around the garden, never venturing far from the house.
Print Article
What to ask when buying a puppy (quick hint: get a rescue dog instead) | The Telegraph
My latest piece in the Telegraph discusses the questions most people ask when buying a new puppy - and goes on to suggest the questions that they really ought to be asking.
Video
Pete the Vet on TV3’s Ireland AM – how to help dogs that are left alone at home | TV3
To watch this week's video, follow the link at the foot of this page.