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Igloo is a 7 year old Siberian Husky
Igloo is an active, energetic dog, going for long walks and loving rough play with Una’s other dog, another large Husky.
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Bella is a one year old Jack Russell Terrier
Madeline has taken two dogs into her home in the past two years.
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Dogs trained to sniff out COVID-19: vet spot on Ireland AM | Ireland AM
Watch this video from Ireland AM.
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Fluffy is a two year old Miniature Schnauzer
Fluffy is Deborah's first dog, but the truth is that he really belongs to Senan, her 8 year old son.
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Luna is a 5 year old Collie Cross
Luna is Deirdre’s second dog: she also has a placid, easy-going twelve year old Collie called Bella.
The social lives of animals during lockdown
I was a guest on Today FM's Dermot and Dave Show this week - talking about the impact of social isolation on pets, and on wild animals too.
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George the five year old neutered male cat
Jason has four cats, and he's discovered over the years that if they have accidents or fall ill, it can be expensive to go to the vet to give them the care they need.
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Oscar the 14 year old Terrier
Julie has three dogs. While she adores them all, she calls Oscar her “heart” dog: there’s something special about him. He has an outstanding personality, making friends everywhere he goes.
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Kermit the ten year old neutered male cat
Fiona took Kermit on as a rescued kitten from our vet clinic, and he’s been healthy for most of his life.
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Kodi the ten year old Labrador Cross
Kodi is a gentle dog, who enjoys socialising and playing with people and animals. During the recent snow storms, he was more excited than ever to go out into the local park and have fun.
Why older dogs are a great fit with older adults
Many seniors look forward to owning a dog in the golden years of their life. A dog not only gives them company but also makes them feel loved, happy, and responsible.
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Pete the Vet on IrelandAM via Google Hangouts discussing COVID-19 and pets | Ireland AM
This week on Ireland Am, I addressed some of the common questions that pet owners have about COVID-19 and the animals in their lives. To watch, follow the link at the foot of this page.
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Soldier is a 10 year old Greyhound
Greyhounds make excellent pets, and Soldier is a good example. He is a quiet, good-natured dog, spending most of his time lounging around at home.
What to do if your pet falls ill and needs a vet during the Coronavirus pandemic
This infographic was created by https://www. vetedx. com/ as one of many helpful resources for pet owners.
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Holly the one-and-a-half year old Collie cross
Holly is a high energy dog. Her ancestors would have been working Collies, bred to herd sheep over hillsides all day, every day.
#COVID-19: Here is a treasure trove of resources for pet owners
The Canine and Feline Sector Group website lists the widest possible range of sources of good quality information about pets and Coronavirus, put together by a coalition of the UK’s top animal c ..
Print Article
#COVID-19: Can I still take my pet to the vet? | The Telegraph
Many folk are wondering what they should do if their pet falls ill or has an accident in the current minimalist society.
Podcast
We need a database of dog attacks in Ireland so that we can learn: podcast from Newstalk’s Pat Kenny Show | Pat Kenny Show
BackgroundTragically, an eight-year-old boy died after being attacked by two dogs at his home in Tallaght in Dublin.