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The late summer hazard of wasps, plus how to deal with aggressive rabbits | East Coast Radio
On East Coast FM this week, we discuss wasp stings (a common problem in the late summer) and the issue of rabbit aggression.
Case Study
Teva, an 11 year old female corgi who had permanent loss of use of her hind legs
As a vet, it can be difficult to leave your job behind you, even when you go on holidays overseas.
VetHelpDirect Blog: Pedigree Dogs Exposed five years on – do dogs suffer less than they did in 2008? | Vet Help Direct
It's five years since the BBC documentary, Pedigree Dogs Exposed, was first broadcast.
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Chico a 10 year old black cat with diabetes
Chico is a large, striking-looking black cat with yellow eyes.
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Bobby an eight year old Border Terrier who was dog-napped
Dog-napping is on the rise, with more and more pets being stolen from suburban gardens and homes across Ireland.
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A Westie with itchy ears & why you should buy flea control from your local vet | East Coast Radio
On East Coast FM this week, we discussed the complexities of flea control and the best place to buy flea control products.
Video
Where should the line be drawn in relation to pampered pets? | TV3
A new series on Channel Five has just started, titled “The World’s Most Pampered Pets” The programme blurb says the following: “A fun, entertaining and moving programme meetin ..
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Pasha, a five year old cat with dental disease
Sheila visited Sharpes Hill Animal Sanctuary in County Wicklow shortly after reading a book about the First World War, featuring a soldier called Pasha.
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Stressed cats being terrorised by bully cats chasing them through the cat flap | East Coast Radio
This week on East Coast FM, we discuss the common problem of cats raiding other cats' homes, causing problem stress-related behaviours (such as urinating indoors).
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What can you do to help dogs when they get depressed? | TV3
The term "depression", as used in humans, may not be entirely appropriate for dogs.
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Common summer problems including sore paws and gastroenteritis | East Coast Radio
On East Coast FM this week, Pete the vet discusses the common summer problem of sore paws in dogs, including harvest mites. We also discuss gastroenteritis, another common summer problem.
Case Study
Fluffy and Murphy, two black and white cats
Fluffy and Murphy came into the Yarrow household when they were young kittens. The family live in an urban area, and it was obvious that it would be hazardous for the cats to be allowed outside.
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Do foxes present a risk to pets? Plus a report on a shocking rescue case from Co Offaly | TV3
Some people feel sorry for foxes and encourage them into their garden, feeding them with dog food, and enjoying watching them. I know someone who has a family of fox cubs regularly visiting.
Case Study
Lucky an 11 year old male terrier with heart disease.
Lucky had always been a typical terrier - an active, energetic dog. He had been healthy over the years apart from a few minor illnesses.
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Taking your pet on holidays – at home or abroad | TV3
Are you one of those lucky people who still has to take your summer holiday? If you want to take your pet with you, there's plenty to think about.
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The truth about Elizabethan Collars for pets | East Coast Radio
On East Coast FM, I discussed Elizabethan Collars with Declan Meehan: has your pet ever had to wear one? ..
Case Study
Snowy the cat who suffered serious injuries after a kick from a horse
When Geraldine’s two kittens, Sooty and Snowy, were young, she made sure that she signed them both up for pet insurance.
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Angel an 18 month old Samoyed who seemed to start to go bald
Samoyeds come from the group of dogs known as “sled-pulling dogs”. They were bred in Siberia by nomadic reindeer herding people.