The latest dog control statistics have just been published, with records from the nationwide network of dog pounds. As usual, these make interesting reading for anyone interested in animal welfare.
This week's podcast is all about controlling worms in pets. To listen (and to find out why there's a pic of a snail above), click on the play button at the foot of this page.
In last week's podcast, we discussed the recently announced review of legislation around the control of dogs in Ireland. To listen, click on the play button below.
At this time of year, it's common to find young wild birds in trouble: this week's podcast lets you know what to do if you are in this situation.
The grief after losing a pet was the focus of this week's podcast which you can listen to by clicking the play button below.
Today, 21st June, is #DogFriendlyIrelandDay, and it also happens to be #BringYourDogtoWorkDay. Listen to this podcast to find out more.
Compassion in World Farming Ireland hosted a demonstration outside the Dail at 1pm on Wednesday 12th June, protesting against the live export of animals from Ireland.
Scraps from the table, dry pellets, or even a juicy steak? The food we give our pets varies from household to household.
This week's podcast is all about spaying and neutering dogs and cats: to listen, press the play button at the foot of this page.
This week's podcast discusses the reasons why dogs may be aggressive, and the steps that people can take to ensure that they - and their families- are safe around dogs.
Current European and national Irish animal welfare legislation has been carefully designed to protect animal welfare. However enforcement of this legislation is inconsistent.
The main topic this week is flea and tick control: with the recent warm weather, this is more important than ever for pets. Listen to the podcast here or click on the play button at the foot of this page.
To listen to this week's podcast, click at the foot of this page.
Cats are predators, so naturally they have an inbuilt element of aggression.
If you are thinking about getting your first family dog, you need to plan carefully. Listen to this week's podcast for a few tips.
Does your pet have skin or coat problems? If so, a visit to your vet is the best answer, to make an accurate diagnosis of the problem.
To listen to this week's podcast, see the foot of this page.
This week's podcast discusses the tricky topic of "in-breeding" i. e. breeding of dogs to closer rather than further-away relatives.
