Podcast
Protecting dogs from heatstroke, plus the danger of featuring specific breeds in movies | East Coast Radio
Listen to this week's podcast by clicking on the play button at the foot of this page.
Seasonal Advice
Podcast
Barbecue hazards for pets: Pete the Vet on Newstalk’s Pat Kenny Show | Pat Kenny Show
Click on the link at the foot of this page to hear the podcast.
TV3 Video
Keeping pets cool in the summer: Pete the Vet on TV3’s Ireland AM | TV3
To watch this week's video, click on the link at the foot of this page. keeping pets cool in summerWith the recent warm sunny weather, the risk of overheating in pets is a serious issue.
Article
Podcast
Podcast: looking after pets in cold, snowy weather. Pete the Vet on Newstalk’s Pat Kenny Show | Pat Kenny Show
We all need to pay attention to the welfare of pets and other animals in this cold weather. Listen to the podcast below for more. Pets Short coated and small dogs can benefit from a warm coat in cold weather.
A Safe Christmas for Your Pet: a guest infographic from TopDogTips.com
Christmas comes just once a year, but when it does, pet owners need to be ready.
Podcast
Podcast of Pete the Vet on Newstalk’s Pat Kenny Show: changes in rules on vet clinic ownership & festive foodstuffs that can poison pets | Pat Kenny Show
From changes in vet clinic ownership rules to festive human foods that can harm pets: listen to the podcast below.
Podcast
Here’s why pets shouldn’t be given as presents: Pete the Vet on Newstalk’s Pat Kenny Show | Pat Kenny Show
Pets as Christmas presents and listeners’ questions featured today: listen to the podcast at the foot of this page.
Podcast
Podcast: Keeping pets visible on dark winter evenings plus using trackers to find out where they are | East Coast Radio
From reflective collars to illuminated leads: there are different ways of making pets more visible in the winter months.
Podcast
Podcast: Helping pets deal with the fear of fireworks. | East Coast Radio
Fireworks come out every year at different times - from Halloween to Guy Fawkes to New Year. Many animals are terrified of these noisy, bright creations.
Podcast
An online tribute to a much-loved dog, reflective clothing for pets plus listeners’ queries: vet spot on Newstalk’s Pat Kenny Show | Pat Kenny Show
Here's this week's vet spot podcast from the Pat Kenny Show.
TV3 Video
Keeping pets safe at Halloween: video with Pete the Vet on TV3’s Ireland AM | TV3
Read my latest online piece in the Telegraph or watch the video below from TV3's Ireland AM vet spot to learn about the two big problems for pets around Halloween.
Podcast
Keeping pets calm in storms and at Halloween: podcast from Newstalk’s Pat Kenny Show | Pat Kenny Show
Is your dog a nervous nellie when there are high winds or fireworks outside? Listen to the podcast below for tips on how to help.
Article
As Storm Ophelia crosses Ireland, here’s what you should do to help your pets | The Telegraph
For my weekly online Telegraph piece, I've written some key points about helping pets during stormy weather. You can read it here. One of my own dogs, Kiko, is particularly sensitive to foul weather.
Article
Are conkers and acorns poisonous to dogs? | The Telegraph
There's an autumnal tinge in the air, with acorns and conkers scattered in fields, parks and gardens. They may be pretty, but are they safe?Read my latest online post in the Telegraph to find out more.
TV3 Video
Treating heat stroke in dogs: video from Pete the Vet on TV3’s Ireland AM | TV3
Studies have shown that if owners treat their pets for heat stroke before reaching the vet, the risk of death can be almost halved.
Article
Can dogs get hay fever? Or why else might a dog have streaming eyes? | The Telegraph
I am an occasional sufferer from hay fever: sometimes I'm overcome with runny eyes and sneezes, then half an hour later, it's all gone.
All-round parasite protection for pets and family: what do owners need to know?
Pet parasites: what are the facts?#SP.
Podcast
Holiday care for pets: Pete the Vet podcast from Newstalk’s Pat Kenny Show | Pat Kenny Show
This week's podcast focussed on holiday pet care: to listen, click on the podcast link below.