Pete the Vet's Podcast

Is it time to restrict domestic cats to protect Irish wildlife? Pete the Vet weighs in on the polarized debate, shares tips to curb hunting behavior, and offers seasonal advice for garden hedgehogs.

Pete the Vet marks 35 years of practicing in Bray by sharing how emergency veterinary care has evolved since 1991. Discover how the industry shifted from grueling on-call rotas to 24-hour dedicated emergency clinics across the Dublin area. Pete also dives into fascinating new MRI research on whether dogs truly sense human emotions and feel jealousy, provides essential advice for owners dealing wit...

With warm weather finally hitting the country, senior veterinarian Pete Wedderburn ddogsiscusses essential summer pet safety. Learn how dogs actually cool themselves down, why walking your dog on a sunny afternoon can trigger life-threatening heatstroke, and what to do in an emergency. Plus, Pete answers listener questions about veterinary costs, out-of-hours care, and how to access affordable tre...

In this podcast, discover essential advice on navigating pet pregnancies, from critical antenatal vet care and nutrition tips to the importance of early socialization for a healthy litter.

Expert vet Pete Wedderburn discusses safety tips, explaining why common treats like chocolate and common flowers like beautiful lilies can be life-threatening to our dogs and cats.

In response to the Competition and Markets Authority report on the UK veterinary profession, I did an interview for BBC Radio Scotland: they sent me this audio file of my responses to their questions so it sounds one-sided (only my voice) but the recording does highlight the points I wanted to make.

It may seem like our cats and dogs do little else but snooze, but there is quite a lot going on behind those twitching whiskers and paddling paws. Understanding their sleep patterns is essential for any dedicated pet owner. This week's podcast helps to explain what's going on.

What’s the best way to handle pet care during the holidays? Between professional sitters and specialized boarding, the options are more varied than ever. Here is how to choose the one that fits your pet’s personality—and your budget.

New data shows that over 25% of UK dogs are bred with physical traits—like flat faces or shortened legs—that limit their ability to simply breathe and move freely. It’s time we prioritize function over fashion. Listen to this podcast to find out more

Gardens are meant to be places for playing and relaxing. Make sure that your garden is safe for your pets. This short podcast highlights the main hazards for dogs and cats.

Technology is helping us monitor pet health, spotting illnesses before they are serious. Listen here to find out how.

This week, we discuss dental disease in dogs and cats. Tooth brushing or dental chews? What's the best way to care for your pet's teeth?

I joined Emmet Oliver on Newstalk's Weekend Show to answer a range of listeners' questions, including indoor-only cats, choosing a new dog, the perennial flea problem and more.

People love posting photos of their pets online, but sometimes, there are risks in posing with your face close to your pet. Listen here for more.

Animals can be very stressed in stormy weather. This short discussion outliines the main issues, and what can be done to make it easier for our pets

In this week's podcast, we discuss cloning dogs, DNA testing dog poops, rescuing dogs across Ireland, and finally, a listener's query about her two dogs having arguments.

There are over a hundred swans living in the harbour of my home town, in Bray, County Wicklow. Local volunteers have establised a team that monitors this "Swan Sanctuary". This short podcast provides an update on issues affecting these much-loved birds.

The issue of illegal farming and export of puppies from Ireland to the UK and Europe is an ongoing issue which is discussed in this short podcast

This week's short podcast talks about what to do if your pets gets into trouble this Christmas, and how to avoid the most common problems.

When is it OK to dress pets in clothes? When it's for their health, safety and comfort. Listen to the podcast to find out more.

Halloween is a difficult time for many pets, with fear of fireworks causing much distress. This short podcasts highlights what you can do to keep your pets safe and happy.

This week, we discuss how to choose the perfect pet dog for your particular situation. I am a fan of rescue dogs: no need to feed the pedigree breeding market. Pedigree dogs do come up for rescue sometimes, so it is important to understand the pros and cons of different types of animals.

If you're getting a new dog, please avoid buying from puppy farmers. Thousands of dogs need to be adopted every year, and this should be everyone's first choice.

In this short podcast, recorded on a hot day in mid August, we discuss heat stroke in dogs in hot weather, the link between ear disease and swimming and how to help a dog terrified of going up stairs, a cat that's started howling at night.

In this week's podcast: we discuss conjunctivitis in dogs, a cat attacking visitors, a high energy dog in an apartment & how much to feed a giant breed dog (St Bernard)