Case Study
A budgie called Jimmy. John was considering getting a friend for Jimmy because he was lonely.
John has an outdoor aviary of canaries and finches, and he came across Jimmy when he was visiting a canary show.
Pets & Other Animals
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Bryce, a ten year old male cross-bred Springer Spaniel who developed lumps on his skin after a visit to Donegal.
Bryce, along with his owners, had a wonderful holiday in Donegal during October.
Video
Is it really possible to teach cats to use the human toilet?
This week on East Coast FM, we discuss the latest fad of teaching cats to use the human toilet. Here is the video of the Litter Qwitter training process:https://www. youtube.
Case Study
Fudge and Fifi, two twelve week old rabbits. Lauren wanted to know if they were male or female.
It’s very important to accurately identify the gender of pet rabbits.
Case Study
Angel, an eight week old Chihuahua puppy was rushed to the vet when she seemed to go into a coma
Lynda likes Chihuahuas. The breed is the smallest of all dog breeds, and it is astonishing that the tiny dogs are the same species as huge animals like St Bernards and Irish Wolfhounds.
Case Study
Nympho, a male donkey who is 55 years old.
Nympho the donkey has been with Henrietta since she was only ten years old.
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Kensington, a six year old male Golden Retriever who suddenly began to get in fights with his best friend.
Kensington was the first dog to arrive in the Harold household. He was a relaxed, easy going puppy, and he has matured into one of those individuals who gets on well with everybody.
Podcast
Pets without fur – can they love you back? | East Coast Radio
On East Coast FM this week, Pete the Vet discusses that less common category of pets - reptiles and insects.
Case Study
Spook, a one year old pet rat who had started itching and his coat began to look ragged
A “class pet” has been a popular idea in the USA for some years, and it is increasingly catching on in Ireland.
Case Study
Missy, a five year old spayed female Collie cross who was scratching her left ear.
Missy had always been a healthy animal, and Fiona noticed immediately when there was something wrong last week.
Podcast
Dogs in hot cars – people don’t mean to let their pets die | East Coast Radio
On East Coast FM this week, Pete the Vet discusses the common, appalling issue of dogs dying when left in hot cars.
Video
Keeping pets cool in hot summer weather | TV3
On Ireland AM this morning, we discussed keeping pets cool in hot weather.
Case Study
Grey, a two year old female rabbit who developed a head tilt
ASH Animal Rescue is in Co. Wicklow. Most of their work involves dogs and cats, but ASH is committed to any animals in need of help.
Podcast
What to do if you find an injured young bird | East Coast Radio
On East Coast FM this week, we discussed what to do if you find a young bird that seems to need help. Listen by clicking on the play button below.
Case Study
Rio, an eight year old neutered male cross-bred Doberman who developed a strange swelling on his neck
Rio’s problem began with vague signs. One day, he seemed dull, and he refused his dinner. He was holding his head lower than normal, as if something was troubling him.
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Fuzzypeg, a six month old African Pygmy Hedgehog. Tiny mites were found in her cage.
When Mary saw the baby African Pygmy Hedgehogs in the pet shop in Dun Laoghaire, she knew that she wanted one. Hedgehogs have been domesticated for the past thirty years, and they are now bred in captivity.
Case Study
Lotus, a female Shiba Inu aged 8 months
People make difference choices when getting a new dog. Many people choose a cross bred dog from their local pound or rescue centre, and this has much to commend it.
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Ginger, a 3 year old neutered male cat who was being bullied by a local cat coming in through his cat flap.
When Maoiliosa decided to get a cat, she wanted one that had already passed the kitten stage.