Podcast
Why are veterinary bills so high? | East Coast Radio
Pet owners frequently ask why veterinary bills feel considerably higher than they used to be.
Veterinary Practice
My latest outlet: a Substack page to share information
I've been working in the media in Ireland for over thirty years.
Video
The Human-Animal Bond: Lessons from 40 Years in Veterinary Practice
I was recently interviewed by Killian O'Keefe of Ruby Reese Pet Care and the human-animal bond featured strongly, as this has been one of the most important aspects of my life and career.
The evolution of the veterinary profession in the UK – and Ireland
I've been writing about the changing veterinary profession for a long time: here is an article I wrote nine years ago for the Telegraph which predicted many of the changes we are now seeing.
Video
Video chat with Pete and Wolfgang Dohne from FECAVA
I recently recorded a 30 minute video interview with Wolfgang Dohne, a vet who has been a leader of the European veterinary profession (FECAVA - the Federation of European Companion Animal Veterinary Associations).
New @BritishVets guide to help young people who want to become vets
Yes, that's me in the photo, at the age of eighteen, about to start vet college.
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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.
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.
Podcast
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.
Online resources for helping those suffering from grief at losing a pet
Friday, 30th August is “Grief Awareness Day”.
Podcast
Podcast: the changing gender balance of the veterinary world | East Coast Radio
Photo above: veterinarian, Dr Aundrea Hara, poses with her dog, Piper (U. S.
Print Article
Dealing with after-hours emergencies in pets: podcast from Newstalk’s Pat Kenny Show with Pete the Vet | Pat Kenny Show
This week's podcast is all about what to do if your pet has a crisis outside office hours: to listen, follow the link at the foot of the page.
Video
Fear-free vet clinics: video from Pete the Vet on TV3’s Ireland AM | TV3
Click on the link at the foot of this page to watch the video Fear free vet clinics The concept of the “fear free” vet clinic is the latest idea to be imported to Ireland from the USA Like ..
Podcast
Vets keeping up to date: podcast from Pete the Vet on Newstalk’s Pat Kenny Show | Pat Kenny Show
To listen to this week's podcast, click on the link at the foot of this page. The job of a vet involves a lifetime of learning.
Podcast
Dealing with unexpected deaths at the vet clinic: Pete the Vet on Newstalk’s Pat Kenny Show | Pat Kenny Show, The Telegraph
To listen to this week’s podcast, click on the link at the foot of this page Unexpected deaths of pets while at the vet clinic Sometimes, due to the randomness of health and disease, or rarely, ..
Print Article
Why do vets charge so much? Pete Wedderburn in the Daily Telegraph online | The Telegraph
Why are vets’ fees so high, and how can pet owners deal with this challenge? Last week, the Telegraph published an article about members of the public threatening vets and veterinary staff over ..
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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.