Case Study
Ginger, a 3 year old neutered male cat who was being bullied by a local cat coming in through his cat flap.
When Maoiliosa decided to get a cat, she wanted one that had already passed the kitten stage.
Podcast
SpayAware, rescue dogs as pets, keeping hot dogs cool & what you need to know about fleas | East Coast Radio
On East Coast FM this week, we discussed the usual range of subjects, including SpayAware, rescue dogs as pets, keeping hot dogs cool & all about fleas – do you really need to use once mont ..
Review: the Flora Women’s Mini-Marathon in Dublin – a great fundraiser for all charities
Yesterday was a busy day in Dublin city centre – forty thousand women gathered for the biggest all female event of its kind in the world (similar events in the UK and USA only at attract half th ..
Case Study
Ebi, a ten year old female Collie/Labrador cross who gave a remarkable demonstration of the ability of dogs to warn humans of danger.
Everyone remembers the “Lassie” movies, and the way that the dog barked to warn humans about something happening.
Podcast
Pete with Sean Moncrieff on Newstalk – SpayAware, Housemydog & the Samsung Smartcam | Newstalk
Pete talked with Sean Moncrieff on Newstalk today, covering subjects including SpayAware, alternatives to boarding your dog this summer when on holiday, and the Samsung “smart cam” to watc ..
Brenda Fricker helps the SpayAware Campaign to promote spaying & neutering of pets
Andrew Kelly, the Chief Executive of the ISPCA, joined us to talk about the SpayAware campaign, which is strongly supported by the ISPCA. You can watch the video of the segment by clicking here.
Case Study
Ruby, Ginger, Snowy and Penny were not laying eggs.
When I visited Steve recently during a trip to the UK, he had a few questions about his new livestock.
Pet book review: “The Genius of Dogs” – anyone interested in dog behaviour must read this
The Genius of Dogs - first published in 2013 - is one of those books that has become "required reading" by anyone interested in dog behaviour.
Case Study
Roxy and Bobby, two German Shepherds who live together and are best friends.
Many people are not aware of their animals’ social needs, and there are thousands of lonely pets across Ireland, living bored lives in isolation.
Podcast
This is SpayAware Week – save lives by getting your pet spayed or neutered | East Coast Radio
This week on East Coast FM, Pete discusses SpayAware, stressing the importance of having pets spayed – for two reasons: first, for the good of the health of the animal, and second, to reduce the ..
Pete the Vet on triathlons: an occasional post NOT about animals
I'm a busy person online, between this blog, Facebook and Twitter.
Case Study
Bright the Burmese Python had dull eyes
Bright is a young snake, has a really good living enviroment and is properly fed. So when his eyes changed from bright and shiny to dull, his owner was worried.
Pet Product Review: Are you fed up with dog fur all over your home? Meet the Furminator
"How can I stop my dog moulting so much" is one of the most common questions that I am asked.
Podcast
From sheep shearing to animal hoarding | East Coast Radio
On East Coast FM this week, we initially discussed sheep shearing, then we went on to talk about the recently recognised phenomenon of animal hoarding.
Video
Keeping pet birds, from budgies & canaries to parrots & cockatoos | TV3
On Ireland AM this week, we discussed keeping pet birds.
Case Study
Nubby, a seven month old male Guinea Pig who was neutered to stop the home from being over-populated with baby guinea pigs.
Sandra and her children are guinea pig enthusiasts. Earlier this year, the guinea pig matriarch of their household, Nutty, died at the impressive age of eight years.
Puppy Express by David Rosenflet: On the road with 25 dogs
As an alternative to a standard pet product review, I've decided to publish a book review from time to time.
Case Study
Kayhla, a female poodle puppy who had reddish-brown stains in the corner of each of her eyes.
When Katie-Jane brought Kayhla in to me for her vaccinations, the puppy had reddish-brown stains in the corner of each eye.