Why Trap/ Neuter/ Return is the answer for feral cat populations | East Coast Radio
Trap Neuter Return (TNR)is the best way to control feral cat populations.
Trap Neuter Return (TNR)is the best way to control feral cat populations.
In this week’s broadcast on East Coast FM, we started with a listener who had a problem with rodent pests (unwanted rats) in her garden, and we moved on to talk about the timing of spaying kitte ..
This week on East Coast FM, we discussed the importance of spaying and neutering pets: in most cases, it's good for pets' health, and it is the best way to deal with Ireland's big problem with pet overpopulation.
You've probably heard the well-publicised saga of Johnny Depp's dogs getting into trouble after arriving into Australia without meeting the usual import stipulations.
I've enjoyed reading accounts of Johnny Depp's dogs' visit to Australia.
This is Rabbit Awareness Week. Rabbits are misunderstood creatures and are often accidentally neglected as pets. In this week's podcast, four ways of improving rabbits' lives are discussed.
The ISPCA rescued 340 dogs from a puppy farm last month. On Ireland AM, we discussed the issue of puppy farms in Ireland.
A recent scientific paper, published last week, showed that the incidence of dog bites requiring hospitalisation in Ireland over. has increased from 4. 65 to 5.
n this week's radio broadcast with East Coast Fm, we first discussed animal cruelty on a local farm which was highlighted by the local Gardai, and we then discussed the concept of dog parks.
On East Coast FM this week, we discussed the recent report of an increase in the incidence of dog bites in Ireland.
Boys with dogs in Africa, waiting for rabies vaccinations (Photo: Kate Hampson). Every three months, Rabies kills more people than the victims of the recent earthquake in Nepal.
On East Coast FM this week, we discussed a landmark event in the fight against Irish animal cruelty: the first prosecution to take place under the new Irish Animal Health and Welfare Act 2013, which ..
ISPCA raided a puppy farm in Co Carlow last week. The conditions were described as "absolutely horrendous", with ISPCA Inspectors seizing 52 dogs of mixed breed and type.
You may have seen the news today about a successful prosecution by the ISPCA based around a dog that was left in an empty house in Donegal.
This spring, the vet spot on Ireland AM has been focussing – via Project Pet Slimdown – on helping one podgy pooch (Gizmo) and one cuddly cat (Pushkin) lose weight, using a combination of ..
Euthanasia of pets is a momentous decision for pet owners, and vets are often asked to help owners make that decision.
Pet theft is increasingly common. This week on the Pat Kenny Show on Newstalk, Pete discussed the issue of lost, stolen and wandering pets.
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.