Case Study
Alfie the cat refuses to leave the house
Alfie was found one morning, as an adult cat, by Catriona's daughter, Holly.
Podcast
Change in policy in UK animal welfare strategy has major implications for Irish animal welfare: report plus podcast | Pat Kenny Show
Report on UK animal welfare strategy A major report has just been published by the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (EFRA) Committee, a cross-party group which is appointed by the House of Commons ..
Print Article
The huge impact of noise stress on dog behaviour | The Telegraph
I've just written a piece on the impact of noise stress in dogs, as my latest online post for the Daily Telegraph. You can read it by clicking on the link at the foot of this post.
Case Study
Holly the Jack Russell Terrier had a strange swelling under her eye
A few weeks ago, Joyce noticed that Holly had a blemish on her face. A small dome-like swelling, the size of a small grape, appeared on her right cheek.
Podcast
Weekly podcast: early treatment of heart disease in dogs, pet theft and the issue of TB in wildlife | East Coast Radio
This week on East Coast FM, Pete discusses four topics Recent research which has led to a new recommendation in the early treatment of heart disease.
Print Article
New animal welfare legislation: has it made any difference? (With Pat Kenny Show podcast) | The Telegraph
Today - 8th November - is the tenth anniversary of the introduction of ground breaking animal welfare legislation in the UK.
Case Study
Harry the 2 year old pet rat
Julie has always liked pet rats, but after she had three female rats that died at a young age from cancer, she decided not to get any more.
Video
Video: Keeping pets warm in winter: clothing, beds and kennels on TV3’s Ireland AM | TV3
Cold weather and petsPets often spend time outdoors, and with some thought, owners can ensure that their animals have a cosier, warmer existence.
Podcast
Keeping dogs safe when going for walks on dark mornings and evenings: podcast from Pat Kenny Show | Pat Kenny Show
This week on the Pat Kenny Show we covered two topics at the start:Road safety and petsDark mornings and evenings make it more likely that pedestrians - including dogs and cats - may be hit by cars.
Video
More on Sissi the cat who was shot: her appearance on TV3’s Ireland AM | TV3
Sissi the cat was shot last week: I have written and spoken about her story elsewhere (listen to the latest podcast on my blog).
Print Article
What’s best? A heart drug that extends sick dogs’ lives, or a breeding plan that stops them getting sick in the first place? | The Telegraph
There has been a surge of media activity about a new way of using a heart drug to give affected dogs extra life.
Case Study
Molly a 12 year old Border Terrier who chases cats
Kevin and his family had been visiting relatives in Ireland over the Easter break. Back home in Scotland, Molly is the only animal in the house, and she spends much of her time in the back garden.
Podcast
Halloween and pets: the story of Sissi, the cat who was shot with a rifle | East Coast Radio
The cat in the photo is Sissi: when she came home from her usual evening stroll recently, she was unable to put any weight on her left front leg.
Print Article
Halloween Weekend: what should pet owners know, and what should they do? | Pat Kenny Show
With Halloween approaching, this week on the Pat Kenny Show on Newstalk, we discussed issues to do with fear of fireworks in pets as well as other safety issues for pets.
Print Article
Pete the Vet in the Daily Telegraph: dog parks and dog bans. Are we headed for a dog-hating society? | The Telegraph
There's an increasing trend, in the UK and Ireland, to attempt to restrict the areas where dogs can be exercised.
Podcast
Weekly podcast: dogs scooting along ground, plus dealing with fireworks phobias | East Coast Radio
In this week's podcast, courtesy of East Coast FM, we discuss two significant topics that will interest many dog owners.
Case Study
Loulou the 10 year old Shih Tzu had an upset stomach
Helene owns three dogs, so she's familiar with the minor ailments that are common in the canine world.
Podcast
After-hours cover for pets: are vets obliged to be available? | Pat Kenny Show
This week, on Newstalk's Pat Kenny Show vet spot, we considered the issue of the availability of vets for after-hours emergencies.