Ernie the anxious rescue dog
THIS STORY IS FROM OUR ARCHIVESRebecca’s family used to have two dogs, but they both died of old age in 2013.
Pet Health
Suki is a 13 year old Springer Spaniel
THIS STORY IS FROM OUR ARCHIVESSuki is a healthy thirteen year old dog, with the usual minor problems that are common in old age.
Podcast
Podcast: objects causing digestive obstructions in dogs | East Coast Radio
Listen here to my short podcast from East Coast FM to learn about the common issue of foreign bodies causing gastrointestinal obstruction in dogs.
Rocky a thirteen month old Leonberger
THIS STORY IS FROM OUR ARCHIVESThis family have kept large and giant breed dogs for many years, including a Rough Collie and Bernese Mountain Dogs.
Pepsi the 2 year old Jack Russell Terrier
THIS STORY IS FROM OUR ARCHIVESPepsi started to itch last week. He was using his hind leg to scratch the back of his neck, and he nibbled at his lower back with his teeth.
Pumpkin was badly injured after going missing
THIS STORY IS FROM OUR ARCHIVESPumpkin came into in Ciaran’s life as a kitten two years ago: it was the day before Halloween, which explains her seasonal name.
Lilly a one year old American Bull Terrier
THIS STORY IS FROM OUR ARCHIVESA couple of months ago, Lilly started limping on her right fore leg.
Podcast
Podcast: Report from the Pet Innovation Summit in Boston, USA | East Coast Radio
Listen to this 15 minute podcast to find out what Pete discovered during his visit to the Pet Innovation Summit in Boston which took place last week. This was first broadcast on East Coast FM radio.
Molly an eight year old Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
THIS STORY IS FROM OUR ARCHIVESKerri was just three years old when Molly arrived in her life as a puppy.
Five dogs and four cats in Greece
THIS STORY IS FROM OUR ARCHIVESHolidays 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.
Maya the nine year old Collie cross needed surgery
THIS STORY IS FROM OUR ARCHIVESMaya has always been a healthy dog, enjoying an active life with plenty of vigorous exercise.
Podcast
Podcast from Pete the Vet: is your pet overweight or obese? | Spirit Radio
Pet obesity is an increasingly common problem, shortening the life of many dogs and cats, and adversely impacting on their quality of life.
Peanut the pug needed a tracheostomy
THIS STORY IS FROM OUR ARCHIVESThe Pug is a popular breed in Ireland: their small, big-eyed, snub-nosed, round-faced appearance ranks them high in the cuteness stakes.
Troubles a 4 year old guinea pig
THIS STORY IS FROM OUR ARCHIVESPaddy 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.
Bluebell is a ten year old cat
THIS STORY IS FROM OUR ARCHIVESAs 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.
Zola is a 2 year old Siberian Husky
THIS STORY IS FROM OUR ARCHIVESSiberian Huskies have become popular dogs in Ireland in recent years: there’s something about their wolf-like appearance that appeals to people.
Tora is an 11 year old Shiba Inu
THIS STORY IS FROM OUR ARCHIVESThe signs of Tora’s deafness developed suddenly. One day in June, she stopped responding when Suzanne went out into the back garden to bring her inside.
Flash is a 5 year old Beagle
THIS STORY IS FROM OUR ARCHIVESBeagles are a popular breed, but many people don’t realise that as well as having charming personalities, they also tend to have some challenging behaviours.