Podcast
Fox hunting is abhorrent: Pete the Vet on Newstalk’s Pat Kenny Show | Newstalk
This week, we discussed fox hunting on the Pat Kenny Show. To listen to the podcast click on the link at the foot of the page.
Pets & Other Animals
Case Study
Sunny the Collie had a painful left front foot
A couple of weeks ago, Sunny's left forefoot swelled up to twice its normal size, and he stopped putting weight on it. Katrin brought him down to see me at once.
Podcast
Pete the Vet’s weekly podcast: swans and the public, plus what to do about ticks | East Coast Radio
In this week's podcast, Pete the Vet starts by discussing a recent incident in the Irish newspapers where a man was seen to pounce on a swan, grabbing it by the neck.
Video
Holiday care options for pets: Pete the Vet on Ireland AM | The Telegraph, TV3
Holiday care for petsPet care is an important part of holiday planning for people who have animals in their life. There are three main options, each with pros and cons.
Case Study
Whiskey developed a large swelling under his tail
Whiskey may just be the age of a human teenager at nearly 18 years of age, but in dog years, he's ancient: the old formula of one-human-year-to-seven-dog-years would make him almost 126 in dog years.
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Obesity in pets: the harm it does and how it can be prevented
Many pets - from dogs and cats to rabbits and budgies - suffer from the consequences of too much food.
Case Study
Socks the rabbit had stopped eating
Donal bought his first rabbit last summer: a female called June.
Video
Pollen allergies in dogs: Pete the Vet with Oscar the terrier on TV3’s Ireland AM | TV3
To watch the video, click on the link at the foot of this page Pollen allergies in dogs are a common cause of itchy skin This week on Ireland AM, I brought Oscar with me: he’s a terrier who has ..
Podcast
Feral felines: what’s the best way of dealing with feral cats? Podcast from Pete the Vet on Newstalk’s Pat Kenny Show | Pat Kenny Show
Click on the play button at the foot of this page to listen to the podcast in fullCats in ireland are not controlled in the same way as dogsCats are virtual nonentities as far as the State is concerned.
Case Study
Ruby brings live mice into the house
If anyone is unlucky enough to get a mouse or rat infestation in their home, one of the obvious suggestions to control the pests is to "get a cat".
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Easter: chocolate, lilies & hot cross buns can poison pets. Pete the Vet Podcast on Newstalk’s Pat Kenny Show | Pat Kenny Show, The Telegraph
Avoid poisoning your pets accidentally over Easter Over the Easter weekend, there are several hidden toxic hazards for pets in many homes, and it’s far better to avoid them rather than waiting u ..
Case Study
Bailey chews the daily postal delivery to shreds
Bailey is a lively, bouncy animal, and even though Jim takes him for three good walks every day, he's always bursting with energy.
Case Study
Tess the Border Collie became lame in her back leg
Ilona was impressed by a demonstration of working sheepdogs on a farm in County Kerry while on holiday. She wanted an energetic, active dog, and a working collie seemed to be the answer.
A new dog disease in Ireland: the first case of Alabama Rot has been diagnosed in Dublin
A Confirmed case of Alabama Rot has been identified in Dublin A case of Alabama Rot ( Cutaneous and renal glomerular vasculopathy or CRGV) has recently been diagnosed in Dublin: this is the second con ..
Video
Pete the Vet on Ireland AM – Irish Native Dog Breeds | TV3
Pete the vet on Ireland am this weekThe focus of this week's chat was to discuss Irish Native Breeds of dog: you can watch the video by clicking on the link at the foot of this page.
Case Study
Kirby squealed in pain when passing urine
Kirby's problem started two months ago. He's normally an active, playful guinea pig; when he became dull and quiet, Jay knew that there must be something wrong.
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Ten must-know facts about dog worms | The Telegraph
Finzi, my own dog (pictured above when she was ill) was nearly killed by dog worms.