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TJ the rabbit and Molly the dog
When TJ started sneezing a lot and had a discharge from an eye it seemed at first like it might be a cold. But then his owner noticed a swelling on his cheek.
Pet Health
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Elle saved another dog’s life by becoming a blood donor
Celine's husband suffers from allergies to animals so when Celine decided to get a family dog, she wanted one that shed as little fur as possible.
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How to prevent heat stroke in dogs this summer | The Telegraph
Heat stroke is a common problem seen by pet owners and vets every summer. Prevention is the key: once a dog has overheated and is suffering from hyperthermia, it can be too late.
Case Study
Daisy is a twelve year old Shih Tzu
I remember meeting Daisy for the first time back in 2002: she was a lovely, gentle puppy whom Celine had just acquired from a prestigious line of Kildare Shih Tzus.
Podcast
What to do about ticks: Pete the Vet podcast from Newstalk’s Pat Kenny Show
To listen to the podcast, see the link at the foot of this pageIs it a tick or is it a wart?It’s common for owners to be confused between ticks and warts: they can look very similar.
Video
Pete the Vet on Ireland AM talking about having fun with your pets this summer | TV3
Five summer tips for having fun with your pets this summerWatch the video to see Pete talk about summer activities with your pets.
Case Study
Douglas needs an inhaler to control his bronchitis
Douglas is a nine year old Beagle. He first started to cough when he was just one year old, during the summer months.
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
Protecting pets from too much sunshine: Pete the Vet on Newstalk’s Pat Kenny Show | Pat Kenny Show
Listen to the podcast at the foot of this pageThis week has been classic pre-exam weather, with plenty of sunshine and clear skies.
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.
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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 ..
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.