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Andy was recovering from meningitis when he developed diabetes
West Highland White Terriers are one of the most popular breeds of dogs. They are bright, active, energetic creatures, oozing with personality.
Pet Health
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Wellington and Teasel. Wellington is prone to car sickness.
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.
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Caper the hen with a swollen crop
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.
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Lola, a nine week old French Bulldog puppy
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.
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Ellie and Dexter are Chihuahuas who were bought online
When Carol decided she was ready to get a family dog, she did some research to find which type would suit her best.
Podcast
Weekly podcast: Ironman Dublin, dogs eating icecream and getting rid of dog worms | East Coast Radio
On East Coast FM this week, we chatted about triathlons, dogs eating ice cream and the challenge of controlling intestinal worms in dogs. You can listen below.
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Summer food hazards for pets: from ice cream to barbecues | TV3
On TV3 this week, we discussed a few topical summer issues: dogs eating ice cream and the hazards of barbecues for pets.
Case Study
Kaiser, Tia and Dante all had gastroenteritis
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.
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Elsie was injured by protruding bolts on the underside of the family’s trampoline
One Friday afternoon recently, the family were in the back garden, enjoying the sunshine.
Print Article
Is Roundup safe around pets?
In today’s Daily Telegraph, Helen Yemm the gardening correspondent answers an interesting question – is Roundup (glyphosate) safe around pets? Roundup (Glyphosate) has been stated to be no ..
Video
Is it worth feeding your pet expensive brands of food? | TV3
On Ireland AM this week, we discussed the important topic of choosing the right pet food.
Case Study
Tycho was in pain and was behaving strangly
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.
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Teo the Labrador who developed an allergic skin rash
Teo is an active, life-loving dog, spending time in Sonia's back garden and enjoying regular walks through the Wicklow countryside.
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Obi the Cocker Spaniel had a blade of grass stuck in her ear
Obi loves her twice-daily walks through the countryside in County Wicklow.
Podcast
Topical issues: greyhounds as pets, malicious poisoning of dogs and miscellaneous questions about pets | Pat Kenny Show
Greyhounds as petsI've often talked about the benefits of greyhounds as pets, and I was delighted to be given the option to do that again today on the Pat Kenny Show.
Case Study
Luigh and Rossa are Toy Poodles who are regularly groomed
Eimear has had a lifelong connection with poodles. As a child, one of her aunts owned them, and when Eimear was a young adult, her mother began to keep them.
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Lola nearly died after a serious wasp attack in the summer of 2011
Ireland is a relatively pest-free country. There are no poisonous snakes, venomous spiders or other nasties like scorpions or toxic jelly fish.
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Vegetarian and vegan food for dogs and cats: Is it possible and is it fair to the animals? | Pat Kenny Show, The Telegraph
What's in that pet food bowl? Do those dry biscuits contain animal products? Or are they plant based? It can be difficult to tell by looking at them, but it can be critically important to the animal.