Fireworks frighten rabbits: tips for looking after your small hutch animals, especially rabbits
Fireworks frighten rabbits.
Seasonal Advice
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Functional Halloween clothing for pets | TV3
People dress their pets up at Halloween: this can be fun, but is it right? On Ireland AM this week, we looked at some of the more functional ways to dress pets up, and we looked at ways that Halloween ..
Podcast
Dogs indoors or outdoors? | Pat Kenny Show
Indoors or outdoors: where should dogs live? Is it OK to expect a dog to sleep outdoors in a kennel? The answer to this question depends on many factors, and it isn’t possible to give an absolut ..
Podcast
Keeping Pets Happy at Halloween & Microchipping. | East Coast Radio
In this week's podcast, we discussed providing a cosy, quiet den for pets at Halloween. We also spoke about the importance of microchipping your pets at this time of year and fitbits for dogs.
Podcast
Hedgehogs in Autumn | East Coast Radio
It's common to find hedgehogs out and about at this time of year. If you find one, should you rescue it, or leave it to its own devices? Listen to the podcast to find out.
Podcast
Keeping pets safe around Halloween | Pat Kenny Show
Many dogs develop severe fear of noises, including winds, thunder, gunshots and fireworks.
Podcast
Darker evenings, Reflective Collars & Leads | East Coast Radio
This week, Pete discusses how we can protect our dogs and cats during the darker evenings by putting reflective collars on them and using reflective leads.
Video
The autumn spider invasion of Irish homes & keeping a pet tarantula | TV3
Common spiders in IrelandThere is a long list of spiders in Ireland - literally hundreds of different species. However most of them are tiny outdoor creatures which are rarely seen.
Case Study
Sasha, an 8 year old cat who develops a rash in the Autumn.
Macarena has had two cats, Sasha and Dulce. Every autumn, Macarena notices that Sasha starts to groom herself much more than usual. In particular, she spends time licking the underside of her belly.
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.
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.
Podcast
Heat stroke in dogs, plus introducing puppies to the outside world? | East Coast Radio
In this week's podcast, a few listeners' queries are answered, including more on heat stroke in dogs, and a discussion on the early socialisation of puppies. To listen, click on the play button.
Spring is here: for helpful springtime tips for your pets, read this online guide
The mornings are brighter, the evenings are longer and the weather is warmer. Spring is definitely here, and I've helped Astar Pets put together a springtime guide for pets and their owners.
Case Study
Patches, a three year old cat who almost died from renal failure after coming into contact with Lillies.
Patches was a normal, healthy, young adult cat. Nobody could have guessed that within a few days, she’d be in intensive care, fighting for her life.
Planning your summer holidays? Have your pets minded for free or get free accommodation for minding pets
To listen to my latest interview on Today FM, click here. It's about Trusted House Sitters, a new animal-related website.
Podcast
House-training dogs in winter & welfare issues around “foie gras” | East Coast Radio
This week on East Coast FM, we discuss the issue of pets wetting their beds, and also other aspects of "house training".
Podcast
Cold weather topics, including jerseys for hens | Newstalk
This week, Pete did the “news and natter” section with Sean Moncrieff on Newstalk: topics covered included animal rights vs animal welfare, pregnant goldfish, various pet queries, and a f ..
Podcast
Christmas pet care tips & random pet queries from listeners | East Coast Radio
Pete the Vet (wearing an elf costume) discusses various Christmas pet care issues, as well as answering listeners' general queries (such as a terrier with a nose-licking obsession).