Podcast
Fussy Eaters and Harvest Mites | East Coast Radio
In this week's podcast, we started by discussing pets that are fussy eaters, and we went on to discuss the seasonal problem of harvest mites.
Pet Health
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Wikivet – the definitive online encyclopaedia of veterinary knowledge | Vet Help Direct, Wikivet
One of the challenges for all those involved in animal care - vets, veterinary nurses and members of the public - is to find reliable, up-to-date sources of information on the internet.
Case Study
Skye is a 1 year old Staffordshire Bull Terrier who developed a sore red rash.
Skye first developed itchy skin on the underside of her neck when she was just six months old.
Podcast
All about pet vaccinations | Pat Kenny Show
This week on the Pat Kenny Show, we discussed vaccinations: what are the latest recommendations for pets? Over the past two hundred years, scientists have created vaccines that have prevented – and ..
Case Study
A collection of Leopard Geckos, one of the Geckos seemed unable to shed his skin properly.
Leopard Geckos are fascinating pets. Gary started off with two females several years ago, and he found himself becoming increasingly captivated by his lizards.
Case Study
Tess, a 4 year old Golden Labrador who had an epileptic fit
Tess sleeps in a large kennel in the back garden.
Podcast
National Feral Cat Awareness Week & Cat nutrition | Pat Kenny Show
This is National Feral Cat Awareness Week in Ireland, which provided the starting point for our discussions this week.
Case Study
Sammy, an 8 year old collie who nearly died after impaling himself on a stick.
Sammy’s parents were farm dogs in Mayo, bred over generations to herd sheep and cattle around fields and hillsides.
Case Study
Kiko is a one year old terrier who loves chocolate
Ella is my daughter, and Kiko is my own dog. The stimilant in chocolate is highly toxic to dogs, and every year, vets see dogs dying after eating too much chocolate, especially at Easter time.
Podcast
From hoarse dogs to weepy eyes & itchy bottoms | Pat Kenny Show
This week, Pete the Vet on Newstalk's Pat Kenny Show focussed on answering as many listeners' queries as possible. Neil from Drumcondra has two dogs - Newfoundlands crossed with German Shepherds.
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Importing a dog from Europe? Could you also be importing a disease? | The Telegraph
Importing a dog from another country can be more complicated than you might think.
Case Study
Moose, a 3 year old Cocker Spaniel who developed a serious lameness after a hill walk
The widespread use of mobile phones means that veterinary advice is now easy to obtain in an emergency, wherever it happens.
Podcast
Feeding Dogs Raw Vegetables | East Coast Radio
This week, a listener texted in a query about feeding dogs raw potato skins and pea pods. After answering this, we went on to discuss dog nutrition in general.
Podcast
Diabetes in pets and questions from listeners | Pat Kenny Show
Diabetes in pets is increasingly common, partly due to the link between obesity and the incidence of the condition.
Podcast
Why are upset stomachs in dogs so common in summer? | East Coast Radio
Upset stomachs in dogs are common at this time of year. In this week's podcast, Pete discusses gastroenteritis in dogs, and why it is such a common issue and what dog owners can do about it.
Case Study
Figo, a four year old Bichon Frise who is a telly addict
Figo is an unusual little dog: he enjoys watching television. Every evening, he settles down on his favourite cushion with Maria and her husband, gazing at the television, just like his owners.
Video
Safety of pets around barbecues | TV3
Having pets around barbecues can involve some unexpected hazards. Summer is here and outdoor parties or BBQs are often part of the social calendar when the sun is shining.
Case Study
Lulu, a 2 year old cross-bred terrier who injured her dew claw.
Lulu has a favourite game: she loves chasing her tennis ball in the back garden. There’s nothing complicated about it: Ashling throws the ball, Lulu chases it, brings it back, and Ashling throws it again.