Video interview with Pete on Claire Byrne Live Show on the topic of suicide in the veterinary profession
Many people have an idealised view of working with animals, and the job of being a vet.
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Book review: Poison Sky – a thriller with a veterinary edge
I don't often write book reviews in this blog. I love reading and I love sharing details of books that I've enjoyed. But the truth is that I don't read as many books as I used to.
Do you have negative thoughts about your past and the future? Here’s some free help.
I listen to a podcast most mornings, and this morning's one has inspired me to share with others, as I found it so helpful.
Notes from a digital veterinary summit: how innovation is changing the future of veterinary care
It's no surprise that in the twenty first century, digital innovation is bringing change to the way that vets work.
NAVC virtual veterinary congress happening right now
The North American Veterinary Conference (NAVC) is one of the largest veterinary conferences in the world, and it's taking place - virtually- this weekend.
A happy animal story abut Gigi the kitten and Levi the puppy
As a vet in real life clinical practice, every day brings a new story about animals, and this is one that I felt deserved to be shared.
The unconditional love of pets in lockdown
One of the unexpected bonuses of the past year has been the increased connection between people and pets.
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Two vets – Ben Sweeney and Pete Wedderburn – talk about how the vet profession has changed in 35 years
Ben Sweeney has been qualified as a vet for twelve years, while Pete qualified thirty five years ago.
Introducing the Petfix Club brand of pet food
I know how important pet food is: the right choice can make the difference between great health and a mediocre existence for your pet.
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Christmas gifts for pets at Petfix Club
This year, pets have been more helpful than ever to us humans: they have given us emotional support, a sense of normality and something fun in life at a time when the world has gone mad.
Pete’s poultry: a picture story
Hens in my garden: a daily highlight of my life I’m lucky enough to have a back garden with enough space for a fenced in area which we use to keep poultry: a couple of Indian Runner ducks, a few ..
Pete the Vet’s new website: Petfix Club
After over two years of working behind the scenes on this exciting new project, I'm delighted to announce the official launch of my latest project designed to help pet care and animal welfare: Petfix Club.
Running through the night on the Art O’Neill Challenge
What do bored triathletes do in the middle of the winter? What about a crazy, all-night ramble through Dublin city, continuing across the pathless wilderness of the Dublin and Wicklow mountains in the ..
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Christmas Gift Guide for Pets on Ireland AM with Pete the Vet, Kiko and Peig | Ireland AM
This week on Ireland AM, we had a special pet gift guide episode, with a range of fun and functional items. To watch the video, click on the link at the foot of this page.
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Podcast debate between vets at London Vet Show: Ebony (2009 graduate) vs Pete (1985 graduate)
Clashing of generations? Listen to Ebony (2009 graduate) talk to Pete (1985 graduate) trying to find common ground in this podcast.
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Pete the Vet’s race report from World Triathlon Grand Finals in Lausanne, Switzerland
My past year of training had been leading up to this past weekend: the honour of representing Ireland in the World Triathlon Grand Finals in Lausanne, Switzerland.
I’m representing Ireland as part of the national team at the World Triathlon Grand Finals in Switzerland: here’s why
The photograph above was taken soon after I had taken up triathlons, a decade ago. I thought I was doing all right: I had bought the Lycra tri-suit (.
Online resources for helping those suffering from grief at losing a pet
Friday, 30th August is “Grief Awareness Day”.