Podcast
Tiger attack, taking pets to Europe on holiday and more: Pete the Vet on Newstalk’s Pat Kenny Show | Pat Kenny Show
To listen to this week's podcast, click on the play button at the foot of this page.
Guest Post: What Makes Veterinary Scales Ideal for Weighing Animals?
What Makes Veterinary Scales Ideal for Weighing Animals?For any veterinary practice, weighing animals is a critical aspect of daily operations.
Print Article
Is there any truth to the internet myths about pet nutrition and health? | The Telegraph
In my latest online piece for the Telegraph, I tackle the issue of fake news and false science in the online world of pets, focussing on nutrition and healthcare.
Case Study
Elle saved another dog’s life by becoming a blood donor
Celine's husband suffers from allergies to animals so when Celine decided to get a family dog, she wanted one that shed as little fur as possible.
Podcast
Should cats be kept indoors all the time? Pete the Vet’s podcast on Newtalk’s Pat Kenny Show | Pat Kenny Show
To listen to the podcast, click on the link at the foot of this page What’s the problem with cats being allowed outside? In Ireland, while owners are legally responsible for the actions of their ..
Podcast
Triathlong Open Water Season
The triathlon open water season has just begunThe triathlon season is now underway and Pete often mentions triathlon goings-on as part of his Pat Kenny vet spot.
Guest post: Basic canine genetics and the importance of a large gene pool in dog breeding
Dog breeding is fraught with controversy: from puppy farmers to qualzucht (breeding animals that are likely to suffer due to poor conformation).
Print Article
How to prevent heat stroke in dogs this summer | The Telegraph
Heat stroke is a common problem seen by pet owners and vets every summer. Prevention is the key: once a dog has overheated and is suffering from hyperthermia, it can be too late.
Case Study
Daisy is a twelve year old Shih Tzu
I remember meeting Daisy for the first time back in 2002: she was a lovely, gentle puppy whom Celine had just acquired from a prestigious line of Kildare Shih Tzus.
Guest post: How to keep Cats Out of the Garden
This guest post has been written by Ann Katelyn, who loves gardening, homesteading and writing.
Podcast
What to do about ticks: Pete the Vet podcast from Newstalk’s Pat Kenny Show
To listen to the podcast, see the link at the foot of this pageIs it a tick or is it a wart?It’s common for owners to be confused between ticks and warts: they can look very similar.
Print Article
How to work out how old your dog is in “dog years” | The Telegraph
There's an old myth that to work out a dog's age in "dog years", you just need to multiply the number of calendar years by seven.
Video
Pete the Vet on Ireland AM talking about having fun with your pets this summer | TV3
Five summer tips for having fun with your pets this summerWatch the video to see Pete talk about summer activities with your pets.
Case Study
Douglas needs an inhaler to control his bronchitis
Douglas is a nine year old Beagle. He first started to cough when he was just one year old, during the summer months.
Podcast
Fox hunting is abhorrent: Pete the Vet on Newstalk’s Pat Kenny Show | Newstalk
This week, we discussed fox hunting on the Pat Kenny Show. To listen to the podcast click on the link at the foot of the page.
Guest post: 2016 Titan Experience Pulse Triathlon race report by Chris McGuigan
AS THE NEW TRIATHLON SEASON KICKS OFF, HERE'S A GUEST POST FROM THE END OF THE 2016 SEASON THAT SOMEHOW ESCAPED BEING PUBLISHED.
Podcast
Interview about Pet Subjects book on Talk Radio Europe
Dave Hodgson from The Daily on Talk Radio Europe interviewed Pete last week: click on the play button below to have a listen.
Print Article
Ten ways the veterinary profession is changing: Pete the Vet in the Daily Telegraph | The Telegraph
Like evolution, change in the professions happens slowly but surely. I qualified as a vet back in 1985 - thirty two years ago - and since then, the way that people work as vets has changed immensely.