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The difficult goodbye: Deciding when it’s time to have a pet euthanased | TV3
The single most challenging part of being a vet that is euthanasia, or to use the commonly used phrase, “putting down animals”.
Pet Health
Case Study
Ness developed Lyme Disease after being bitten by a tick and Puddie her cat kept her company while she recovered
Ness was bitten by a tick and she will never forget the consequences. Ness became seriously ill with Lyme Disease.
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Lucy, a 12 week old Black Labrador puppy who is play-biting which is quite painful
Lucy is a carefully selected pet. Simon, a twelve year old boy, and his family did their research, making sure that they met both the father and mother of their new puppy.
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Holly, a 1 year old female terrier cross who was rescued from the dog pound and was later found to be pregnant.
Holly is a typical example of a common type of dog that ends up in Ireland’s dog pounds. She was less than a year old, she had come into season, and she had become a nuisance to her original owners.
Case Study
Jake is 14 years old and has kidney disease, which is one of the most common conditions to affect older cats
Jake is a big animal, at around twice the weight of a typical moggie. He is not fat; he has a large frame, and he is very well-muscled.
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Molly, a four year old female Boxer who had bald patches along both sides of her back
Molly was a young, healthy Boxer, in her prime. She had bright clear eyes and a shiny coat. But her good looks were spoiled by an obvious problem: baldness.
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Bowie, an eight week old pedigree Asian kitten that the neighbours gave to Hanna and Luke as a present
The Kane family had been considering getting a pet for some time. Hanna and Luke’s parents had heard that pet ownership was good for children.
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Coco, a 12 week old female Poodle puppy had to be collected from a breeder in England
Poodles are exceptionally popular pets in some countries. In France, people are as likely to be carrying a poodle under their arm as a stick of French bread.
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How to ensure a safe Christmas for your pets | TV3
Christmas is a time to enjoy with family and friends- a time of year for relaxing and forgetting about the usual daily hassles and stresses.
Case Study
Mayday, a two year old male Wicklow Collie who suffered severe injuries to his left hind leg in a road accident and had to have it amputated.
Most owners are understandably horrified at the prospect of a limb being amputated from their pet. Animals thrive on their independence.
Case Study
Bua, a one year old female Irish Setter who had a painful left eye
Bua is a young, fit dog. She shows all of the classical signs of full health, with an alert appearance, a glossy coat and bright, clear eyes.
Podcast
Xmas presents for pets & how to keep invading cats out of your home | East Coast Radio
On East Coast FM this week, BrayVet's Pete Wedderburn discussed the problem with cats going into other people's houses. He goes on to discuss Christmas presents for pets and animal lovers.
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Why a dog (or cat or rabbit) is for life, and not just for Christmas: What does that really mean? | TV3
The focus of the vet spot this week was that phrase coined by Dogs Trust that has become a part of common speech: "A Dog is For Life, Not Just for Christmas".
Podcast
What to do if you need a vet in an after-hours emergency over Xmas | East Coast Radio
On East Coast FM this week, Pete Wedderburn discusses the after-hours service provided by vets, and one listener wants to know how to stop a dog being a fussy eater, while another has the reverse p ..
Case Study
Jasper, an 8 year old Siamese cat who is suffering with a dental disease
Jasper has always been a healthy cat. I see him every April for his booster vaccination, and I always enjoy his distinctive Siamese personality.
Case Study
Lucky, a 7 year old male Cavalier King Charles Spaniel who developed a sore neck that would not respond to simple treatment
Almost exactly one year ago, just before Christmas, Lucky first showed signs of having a sore neck. The Martins had noticed that he was suddenly walking stiffly, as if he had a sore shoulder.
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Snowy, a white cat who was drenched in oil by some trouble making youths.
Snowy, like most Irish cats, is allowed to come and go from his own home as he pleases.