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Snakes need to be able to stretch out straight: podcast from Newstalk’s Pat Kenny Show | Pat Kenny Show
New research has shown that we need to change the way we keep pet snakes: to hear more, listen to the podcast below.
Pete in the Media
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Podcast: How the companionship of animals can help humans, plus new controls on the sale of dogs in pet shops | Spirit Radio
The companionship of animals brings many benefits to humans: listen to this short podcast to find out more.
Print Article
Time for a New Year diet for your pet? Pete in the Telegraph | The Telegraph
On foot of the recent research specifying the damage that excess body weight can cause to pets, I’ve written a piece in the Telegraph on the importance of keeping pets slim and trim – you can rea ..
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Keep your dogs slim if you want them to have long, happy, healthy lives: podcast from Newstalk’s Pat Kenny Show | Pat Kenny Show
Fat dogs live sadder, shorter lives: the main message in today's podcast is that you should keep them slim to make them happier and keep them alive for longer. Listen to the podcast below to find out more.
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Walking your pets in the winter: podcast from Pete the Vet on Newstalk’s Pat Kenny Show | Pat Kenny Show
Dogs need to be walked regularly: half an hour twice daily should be the goal. To find out about exercising dogs in winter, listen to this week's podcast from the Pat Kenny Show.
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.
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Advice on feeding pets over Christmas: Pete the Vet on Ireland AM | TV3
Gastrointestinal upsets are common in Christmas week: watch Pete the Vet on Ireland AM explaining how to make sure your pet's digestive health remains in good order over the festive period.
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Cherishing pets at Christmas: a practical approach. Podcast from Pete the Vet | East Coast Radio
Many people now choose to give Christmas presents for their pets and to pamper them over the holiday period: here are some practical thoughts on this topic from Pete the Vet ..
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Old dogs being discarded to make space for Christmas pups? The perils of pets as presents. Podcast by Pete the Vet on Newstalk’s Pat Kenny Show | Pat Kenny Show
Pets as presents - here's why not. Listen to the podcast by clicking on the play button below. There are three clear reasons: Animals are sentient creatures and should never be given as gifts.
Print Article
Real-life dream jobs working with cats: my latest piece in the Daily Telegraph online | The Telegraph
If you're a cat lover, the idea of working with cats as a full time occupation may be your idea of a perfect life.
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How conscious are animals? Do they reflect on their lives like humans? Pete the Vet Podcast on the Pat Kenny Show | Pat Kenny Show
Animal consciousness is a fascinating topic: to listen to this week's podcast on the topic, press play at the bottom of this page.
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Looking after pets in windy and stormy weather: Pete the Vet Podcast on Newstalk’s Pat Kenny Show | Pat Kenny Show
This week’s podcast starts by discussing the recent cold, windy, wet weather: how should pet owners care for their animals in this sort of climate? Cats Cats tend to be independent creatures who ..
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Animal hoarders: weekly podcast from Pete the Vet on Newstalk’s Pat Kenny Show | Pat Kenny Show
This week's topic is the complex subject of "animal hoarders". To listen to the podcast click on the link at the foot of this page. Everyone knows an example of this type of individual.
Print Article
Feeding raw food to pets: the pros and cons. Blog post at Vet Help Direct | Vet Help Direct
Wild cats eat raw meat. So do free living dogs.
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The legal status of cats in Ireland: Pete the Vet on Newstalk’s Pat Kenny Show | Pat Kenny Show
Cats have a different status to dogs in Irish society and under Irish law. To find out more, listen to this podcast. Cats in IrelandPet cats are well protected in Irish law.
Print Article
Blog Awards Ireland 2018 – a three minute video of the event
I am still stunned by the fact that this blog swept the boards at the recent Blog Awards Ireland – winning top prize in Science & Education, top prize in Lifestyle, and then finally, the ove ..
Podcast
Traditional collars, head collars and body harnesses: do you connect your dog leash to? Podcast with Pat Kenny | Pat Kenny Show
In this week's show on Newstalk, we discussed the various types of collars and harnesses that can be used when walking with a dog on a leash.
It’s November: the Christmas book season is officially open
My local Dubray Bookshop was busy this afternoon, designing their Christmas book shop window.