The message of this podcast is to think very carefully before taking on a pet: it is a decision for the entire lifetime of the animal, which means looking 10 - 15 years into the future.
This week on East Coast we discussed the case of a young seal that was spotted on Bray beach this week, plus we talked about general wildlife care.
Listen to this week's podcast by clicking on the play button below to learn about two seasonal topics: #BlackDogAppreciationDay and #StopTober.
Dog ownership causes people to take significantly more exercise, and it improves people's moods. Listen to the podcast below to find out more.
This podcast starts with a public service announcement for Brayvet clients (my own vet clinic) about recent traffic disruptions, and then goes on to discuss Harvest Mites and how they affect pets at t ..
Dogs lose heat by panting, so when the environmental temperature is high, dogs overheat far more quickly, and they easily become dehydrated.
In this week's podcast, Pete talks first about his love of doing triathlons, and he then discusses the dangers of heat stress to dogs. Listen by clicking on the play button below.
Research from Sweden has proven that the inclination to like dogs is primarily caused by nature, rather than nurture. In other words, if you like dogs, it's because of your genetic make up.
A recent study from Sweden has shown that dogs get stressed in ways that parallel the stress felt by their owners. This is the first time that trans-species stress empathy has been proven.
Dogs are prone to eating anything that they feel like eating, and that means that sometimes they eat substances that can do them harm.
This week's podcast discusses the reasons why chocolate should not be given to dogs- even as tiny pieces for treats. To listen, follow the link below.
The Irish government is talking about banning the sale of dogs online.
Photo above: veterinarian, Dr Aundrea Hara, poses with her dog, Piper (U. S.
Listen to this week's podcast below: all about handling challenging animals. Humans have to work with pets, and sometimes it can be difficult to keep them under control.
Do you need to get a coat for your dog in winter? And if so, what type of coat is best? Listen to the podcast below to find out more.
Globally, pets consume around 20 per cent of the world’s meat and fish, and this is set to grow further with the trend for feeding human grade meat to dogs and cats.
What are you going to do with your pet’s remains when they die? Listen to this podcast to find out the various options, including aspects like incorporating cremated ashes into jewellery or even ..
Two thirds of our pets are overweight or obese, and this seriously affects their quality and length of life. Obesity is a chronic state of inflammation, in pets as in people.
