When Dr Eva Orsmond came to see me with Lincoln, she explained how she is watching his waistline. "I was away, and my pet minder likes to spoil him with a few treats so he put a few pounds on.
What's with Kiko's bow tie?I'm not into dressing pets up in exotic costumes, but when Hiro and Wolf sent me a bow tie collar for Kiko, it did make her look smart.
West Highland White Terriers are one of the most popular breeds of dogs. They are bright, active, energetic creatures, oozing with personality.
When Wellington arrived in Hilary's house, he had not yet been named: Hilary wanted to wait, and to choose a name that suited his personality. She didn't have to wait long.
I’ve been talking and writing a lot about cats in the media over the past two weeks, and this post aims to bring the various strands together, including my interview on the Pat Kenny Show, and m ..
Movies sometimes make people want the wrong type of petsMovies often prompt children (and adults) to want certain pets, but this often doesn't create good outcomes.
Ironman racingI completed Ironman 70. 3 Dublin at the weekend - you can read my race report here - and Pat Kenny asked me about my experience on his show this week.
Andrew has six backyard hens: they're shut up in a henhouse at night-time, to protect them from the local fox. When he opens the door in the morning, the hens are always eager to get out and about.
Janna bought Lola in early December one year, when she was just seven weeks old. She chose her from a litter of seven French Bulldogs: she loved the brindle colour of her coat, and her large soulful eyes.
When Carol decided she was ready to get a family dog, she did some research to find which type would suit her best.
This week, I moved my pet goldfish Ricky from his home in an indoor tank beside my desk indoors to a larger living space outside, in a raised brick pond.
Kaiser the American Bulldog, Tia the Pomeranian and Dante the West Highland White Terrier share the same home, playing with one another, sharing toys, and sometimes even sharing food bowls.
One Friday afternoon recently, the family were in the back garden, enjoying the sunshine.
On Ireland AM this week, we discussed the important topic of choosing the right pet food.
Brexit is going to have a wide impact on the whole of UK society, and animal welfare is no exception.
Sonya knew that there was something amiss with Tycho. First, he was squinting with his left eye, as if in pain, and second, he refused to eat his breakfast. She brought him in to see me.
Teo is an active, life-loving dog, spending time in Sonia's back garden and enjoying regular walks through the Wicklow countryside.
Obi loves her twice-daily walks through the countryside in County Wicklow.
