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.
Case Study
Ailie is a 2 year old Ailesbury duck
Hannah and her husband Paddy are the proprietors of Roundwood House, a 270 year old Georgian mansion that they run as a guesthouse, with regular overnight visitors and wedding functions as part of the ..
Print Article
Are you a cat person? If so, sign the International Declaration. Podcast from Newstalk’s Pat Kenny Show | Pat Kenny Show, The Telegraph
Cats featured today, with a discussion about International Cat Care's 60th Anniversary initiative, the International Declaration of Responsibilities to Cats. Listen to the podcast below.
Case Study
Bonnie is a two year old Persian cat
One of the reasons that Bonnie is an indoor-only cat is that it's a safer place to be. The outdoor world can be dangerous.
Print Article
Pete the Vet podcast on Spirit Radio: from dog breeds to veganuary challenges | Spirit Radio
As a vet working in the media, I’m lucky enough to work on a wide range of radio stations, from national broadcasters like Newstalk to local radio stations like East Coast FM to niche stations l ..
Video
Colds and coughs in dogs and cats: Pete the Vet on Ireland AM | TV3
Dogs and cats getting coldsAnimals can suffer from respiratory infections just like humans. But the good news is that respiratory infections are nearly always species specific.
Print Article
Lobsters, alive-alive-oh. Why do we think it’s OK to boil them alive? | Pat Kenny Show, The Telegraph
It's time to be kinder to lobsters: Ireland and the UK should follow the recent example of Switzerland (and the advice of scientists) by banning lobster boiling.
Case Study
Pippa lost her leg after being hit by a train
The accident happened three years ago, but Pippa will show the scars for the rest of her life in a very visible way: she only has three legs.
Podcast
Can you pick up your pet’s snuffle? Pete the Vet on Newstalk’s Pat Kenny Show Podcast | Pat Kenny Show
Worried about getting a cold from your cat? Wondering about getting your dog insured? Listen to the podcast below to find out more.
Podcast
Can dogs and cats be vegetarian or vegan? | East Coast Radio
Many people have chosen to be vegan for the month for January, taking part in Veganuary.
Case Study
Henny Penny wears a special jersey
Susan is the founder and organiser of LittleHill Animal Rescue and Sanctuary.
Podcast
What to do if your dog has vomiting or diarrhoea: Pete the Vet podcast on Newstalk’s Pat Kenny Show | Pat Kenny Show
Digestive disorders are incredibly common in pets, especially in dogs. To listen to the podcast click on the link at the foot of this page.
Case Study
Smudge developed a nasty cough
Smudge is a fit, healthy young dog, and when he began to cough occasionally, Robyn didn't worry too much.
Case Study
Ernie the anxious rescue dog
Rebecca's family used to have two dogs, but they both died of old age in 2013.
A Safe Christmas for Your Pet: a guest infographic from TopDogTips.com
Christmas comes just once a year, but when it does, pet owners need to be ready.
Podcast
Podcast of Pete the Vet on Newstalk’s Pat Kenny Show: changes in rules on vet clinic ownership & festive foodstuffs that can poison pets | Pat Kenny Show
From changes in vet clinic ownership rules to festive human foods that can harm pets: listen to the podcast below.
Podcast
Weekly podcast: Christmas treats for dogs – from Pawsecco and Bottom-sniffer craft beer to genuinely useful dog toys | East Coast Radio
Considering Christmas presents for your pets? What sort of indulgences are appropriate and which are just a bit of fun? To find out more, listen to this podcast by clicking on the play button below.