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.
Pet Health
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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.
Podcast
SpayAware, rescue dogs as pets, keeping hot dogs cool & what you need to know about fleas | East Coast Radio
On East Coast FM this week, we discussed the usual range of subjects, including SpayAware, rescue dogs as pets, keeping hot dogs cool & all about fleas – do you really need to use once mont ..
Case Study
Ebi, a ten year old female Collie/Labrador cross who gave a remarkable demonstration of the ability of dogs to warn humans of danger.
Everyone remembers the “Lassie” movies, and the way that the dog barked to warn humans about something happening.
Case Study
Ruby, Ginger, Snowy and Penny were not laying eggs.
When I visited Steve recently during a trip to the UK, he had a few questions about his new livestock.
Case Study
Roxy and Bobby, two German Shepherds who live together and are best friends.
Many people are not aware of their animals’ social needs, and there are thousands of lonely pets across Ireland, living bored lives in isolation.
Case Study
Bright the Burmese Python had dull eyes
Bright is a young snake, has a really good living enviroment and is properly fed. So when his eyes changed from bright and shiny to dull, his owner was worried.
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Nubby, a seven month old male Guinea Pig who was neutered to stop the home from being over-populated with baby guinea pigs.
Sandra and her children are guinea pig enthusiasts. Earlier this year, the guinea pig matriarch of their household, Nutty, died at the impressive age of eight years.
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Kayhla, a female poodle puppy who had reddish-brown stains in the corner of each of her eyes.
When Katie-Jane brought Kayhla in to me for her vaccinations, the puppy had reddish-brown stains in the corner of each eye.
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Robbie the robin has become very tame.
Claire sees some wild mammals, including rabbits, foxes badgers and even occasional deer where she lives.
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Starsky (a Dutch Dwarf rabbit) and Scout ( a Golden Labrador) who are good friends.
Scout was seven years old when the cheeky rabbit arrived into his home.
Podcast
Getting ready for summer with your pets | East Coast Radio
On East Coast FM this week, Pete the Vet discusses getting ready for the summer heat with your pet: how to avoid problems.
Case Study
Neo and Charlie, two year old Chinchillas who developed sore eyes.
Neo was Zoe’s first chinchilla – she bought him on his own. Neo settled in well to his new home, but he started to make strange calling noises – the type of sound that you might hear in the jungle.
Pet product review: “Woof-Box” – special pet treats delivered to your door every month
As a part of my role as a vet in the media, I am lucky enough to be the recipient of occasional samples of various pet-related goodies from time to time.
Case Study
Jessie, a five month old Springer Spaniel who had a severe reaction after being stung by a bee.
Jessie is a typical puppy – full of energy and curiosity. She is at the stage of life where she is learning all the time, and recently, she had a lesson that she won’t forget for a long time.
Podcast
Chocolate poisoning in dogs & why shared custody of pets can make sense | East Coast Radio
On East Coast FM this week, Pete the Vet discusses chocolate poisoning in pets, and why shared custody of pets can make sense when human relationships don't work out.
Case Study
Lily, Jessica and Sahara – their owner was wondering about getting her rabbits vaccinated.
Rabbits have featured in Lucy’s life for as long as she can remember.
Video
Easter miscellany: Chocolate poisoning, keeping rabbits & Bollywood dancing | TV3
This week on Ireland AM , we discussed two topical Easter subjects: chocolate and pet rabbits.