Pet Product review: looking after your pet’s remains after their death in a novel way – “cremation jewellery”
We all dread that day when we finally need to say goodbye to our pets.
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Lady, a five year old female terrier who developed severe gastroenteritis after eating a poisonous plant in the garden.
When Lady first brought up her dinner, Lesley-Ann was not too worried. Dogs are much quicker to be sick compared to humans, and there are many minor causes.
Pet Product Review: Burns pet food
In the wake of the Channel 5 Documentary last week titled "The Truth about Dog Food", I've spent a fair bit of time writing and talking about my own beliefs about pet food.
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Fred, a seven year old West Highland White Terrier suffers from a serious allergic skin disease common in this breed of dog
In April, every year, Fred’s owner notices him beginning to lick his feet more than usual. He then starts to scratch his body, especially under his neck and around his ears.
Vet Help Direct Blog: the truth about your dog’s food? Or sensationalist entertainment dressed up as “the truth”? | Vet Help Direct
There are many different types of pet food available, from a variety of sources, and it can be confusing for pet owners.
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Dry or moist food, home cooked, raw meat and bones? How to feed your pet properly | TV3
This week on Ireland AM, we discussed the best way to feed pets. Feeding your pet properly is one of the most important aspects of good pet care, and it's one of the most contentious.
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Animal A&E on TV3 episode 3: Pete the Vet investigates and treats a dog with sore ears | Animal A & E
In episode 3 of Animal A&E, Pete treats a Wire Haired German Pointer called Diesel who had a sore ear.
Case Study
Charlie, a 2 year old male Bichon Frise who had begun to hold his head to one side, and scratch his left ear.
The Bichon Frise is a breed that is becoming increasingly popular. In many ways, they are an ideal breed for a modern Irish household. They are small dogs, with a cheerful, good-natured disposition.
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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”.
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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.
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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.