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The saga of Johnny Depp’s dogs, illegally imported into Australia. Who was right? | The Telegraph
I've enjoyed reading accounts of Johnny Depp's dogs' visit to Australia.
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Rabbit Awareness Week – how to improve the lives of pet rabbits | East Coast Radio
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.
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Puppy farms in Ireland | TV3
The ISPCA rescued 340 dogs from a puppy farm last month. On Ireland AM, we discussed the issue of puppy farms in Ireland.
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Dog bites in Ireland, breed-specific dog control legislation and more | Pat Kenny Show
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.
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Animal cruelty on a farm & dog parks | East Coast Radio
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.
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The increase in dog bites in Ireland | East Coast Radio
On East Coast FM this week, we discussed the recent report of an increase in the incidence of dog bites in Ireland.
Rabies kills 5000 people every month – it’s time to vaccinate this scourge out of existence
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.
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First prosecution under new Irish Animal Cruelty laws | East Coast Radio
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 ..
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Puppy farming, animal cruelty conviction in Donegal | Pat Kenny Show
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.
ISPCA case in Donegal: the first prosecution under Ireland’s new Animal Health and Welfare Act
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.
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The finale of Project Pet Slimdown – the last weigh in for Pushkin and Gizmo | TV3
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 ..
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How do vets decide when euthanasia is the right choice? | The Telegraph
Euthanasia of pets is a momentous decision for pet owners, and vets are often asked to help owners make that decision.
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How to keep your dog or cat safe from pet theft | Pat Kenny Show
Pet theft is increasingly common. This week on the Pat Kenny Show on Newstalk, Pete discussed the issue of lost, stolen and wandering pets.
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.
Overfeeding pets is the biggest animal welfare problem of our time
I've written an article at the Telegraph about overfeeding pets and the consequence of pet obesity: the biggest cause of suffering of Western pets. To read the article, click here.
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What’s the latest on puppy farming / puppy mills in Ireland? | East Coast Radio
In this week's podcast, Pete discusses puppy farming in Ireland, following up the RTE Consumer Show investigation that was shown last week (you can watch this tv programme on RTE Player here www. rte.
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Lost pets: what should you do?
What can you do to prevent a pet from being lost, and to find a lost pet as quickly as possible? All pet owners, even if you have not lost your pet: Get some good photos of your pet now, before it’s ..
Pet Information Videos with Housemydog.com
I've been working with the people from Housemydog. com to produce some helpful information for pet owners. I've done some normal written blogs for them, and we've also been working on some short videos.