Case Study
Poppy the 2 year old Golden Retriever
When Rob noticed a tiny red lump on the inside of Poppy's foreleg, he didn't worry too much. Maybe she had bumped herself, or been bitten by an insect.
Case Study
Inky the 14 year old cat became hyperactive
The change to Inky happened gradually, over a few months. She had always been an easy going, placid animal who had got on well with other cats.
Podcast
“They are wild animals, not entertainers” The welfare consequences of wildlife-linked tourist attractions. Pete the Vet Podcast on Newstalk’s Pat Kenny Show | Pat Kenny Show
To listen to this week's podcast follow the link at the foot of this page.
Case Study
Angel the 7 year old Pomeranian was seriously injured
Danielle and her boyfriend, Brian, had just come back from work and at 6pm, Brian opened the back door to let Angel back into the house after going out to the garden.
Print Article
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.
Adventure race report: Gael Force Dublin from the perspective of a triathlete
IntroductionI am an experienced triathlete, with ten years of regular racing squeezed into my lycra triathlon suit. I still love triathlons, but the race format has lost some of its zing.
Podcast
Emotional support animals: what are they? Pete the Vet Podcast from East Coast FM | East Coast Radio
Emotional support animals have been in the news recently, after owners of a hamster and a peacock were refused permission to bring their pets onto aeroplanes.
Case Study
Johnny Hobo is an 11 year old Collie
Lorraine rescued Johnny Hobo as an adult dog when he was six years old: he was in the pound after being picked up by the dog warden as a stray.
Podcast
Pete the Vet podcast: diabetes in dogs & cats | East Coast Radio
Diabetes mellitus is a common problem in dogs and cats: to find out more about it, listen to this podcast by clicking on the play button below ..
Podcast
Exercising dogs: how much is too much? Pete the Vet Podcast from Newstalk’s Pat Kenny Show | Pat Kenny Show
To listen to the podcast click on the link at the foot of this page. Exercise is critical to dogs' physical and mental healthExercise is one of dogs' essential daily needs for dogs.
Case Study
Cleo is a 3 year old cross-bred Whippet
Ann Marie adopted Cleo from the DSPCA as a young adult dog and she settled well into the family household: she's a gentle, good-natured animal, getting on well with everyone.
Podcast
Feeding raw meat to dogs: podcast from Pete the Vet on Newtalk’s Pat Kenny Show | Pat Kenny Show
Raw meat feeding suits some dogs, but owners should be aware of the risks: to listen to this podcast, see the foot of this page.
Case Study
Toby the 1 year old Cockapoo
When Ann decided to get her first family dog, she chose carefully. Her son, Jack, suffers from mild asthma, so she wanted a non-shed dog.
Video
Welcoming a new puppy into your home: Pete the Vet on Ireland AM | TV3
Click on the link at the foot of this page to watch Pete on Ireland AM discussing the arrival of a new pup into your home.
Podcast
Dealing with unwanted pregnancies in pets: Pete the Vet on Newstalk’s Pat Kenny Show | Pat Kenny Show
This week's podcast discusses the options for preventing pregnancy in pets, and also what to do if an unwanted pregnancy occurs. To listen, click at the foot of this page.
Human health matters too: I’m fundraising for Leprosy sufferers in India
My primary interest is animal health and welfare, but sometimes I also write about other issues that are important to me. Leprosy is one example.
Case Study
Suki the Lurcher suffers with skin lacerations
Suki is an exceptionally thin skinned dog. This doesn't matter much in her usual day to day activities of lounging around the house and going for walks on the leash.
Podcast
Meeting and mating: the reproductive cycles in pets. Pete the Vet on Newstalk’s Pat Kenny Show | Pat Kenny Show
This week's podcast discusses reproduction in dogs and cats, from coming into season through to pregnancy. Listen to the podcast below.