Pete the Vet's Podcast
I'm a veterinarian who cares for pets, and this podcast is designed to disseminate information and ideas relating to my work. It's aimed at the animal loving public, so if that's you, subscribe today, and listen in.
- Update frequency
- every 14 days
- Average duration
- 8 minutes
- Episodes
- 365
- Years Active
- 2011 - 2025
10 min podcast: pet queries, from panting to high blood pressure to eating slugs
This week, we discuss a range of pet queries, from excessive panting to high blood pressure to the risks of eating slugs and snails to parasite control in cats that eat small prey.
00:10:18 |
Mon 14 Jul 2025
10 min podcast: listeners' queries, from nervous terriers to yowling cats to the "one dog or two dog" question
This week, a number of common pet questions were discussed, submitted by listeners to Declan Meehan's Morning Show on East Coast FM
00:08:16 |
Wed 04 Jun 2025
10 min podcast: listeners' queries, from nervous terriers to yowling cats to the "one dog or two dog" question
This week, we discuss a range of common pet questions submitted by listeners to East Coast FM's Morning Show with Declan Meehan
00:08:16 |
Wed 04 Jun 2025
10 min podcast: preventing and treating ticks in pets
Ticks are common in summertime in Ireland. This podcast explains how to identify ticks, how to remove them safely, and best of all, how to prevent them completely.
00:14:16 |
Wed 04 Jun 2025
10 min podcast: haemophilia in dogs plus listeners' queries
In this week's short podcast, we discuss a dog with a rare type of haemophilia, plus we discuss other topics briefly, including the summer itch in pets, plus queries from listeners.
00:10:47 |
Thu 22 May 2025
10 min podcast: the basics of life with a new puppy
The summertime is the best time to take on a new puppy. To find out the reason for this, and to check on what's involved in bringing a new animal into your life, listen here.
00:12:30 |
Wed 14 May 2025
10 min podcast: update on lungworm in dogs
Lungworm is an increasingly common parasite in dogs, and it can have a lethal impact. To find out more, and to check what you need to do to protect your pet, listen here.
00:08:47 |
Fri 09 May 2025
10 min podcast: the pros and cons of flea control for pets
This week, we discussed the fact that we are heading into peak flea and tick season. What should pet owners do to protect their pets, while also making sure that they do not harm the environment (ins…
00:08:08 |
Wed 23 Apr 2025
10 min podcast: How to make your pet live a longer life
After my visit to the BSAVA vet congress, I heard about a proposed medication to make pets live longer. To hear my take on this, listen in!
00:04:21 |
Tue 22 Apr 2025
10 min podcast - taking pets to the UK
As summer approaches, many people plan to take their pets with them on trips to the UK and Europe. This short podcast explains what you need to do to prepare for this.
00:11:11 |
Fri 28 Mar 2025
10 minute podcast: alternative treatments for pets
In this week's podcast, I discuss the use of alternative or complementary treatments for animals. What's the evidence behind them, and how should they fit in with conventional veterinary care for pet…
00:10:15 |
Tue 04 Mar 2025
10 min podcast: an appeal to raise funds for an injured rescue dog
Most animal rescue groups are occasionally faced with the challenge of an animal needing medical or surgical treatment with a high price tag. Today we discuss one such case, under the care of the ISP…
00:08:18 |
Mon 03 Mar 2025
10 min podcast: what to do if you see a wandering dog
It's common for dogs to be seen wandering the streets, with no owner in sight. What should you do if you see such an animal?
00:04:43 |
Mon 03 Mar 2025
10 minute podcast: pets and emotions - what are they feeling?
In this short podcast, we discuss the current thinking on pets experiencing emotions.
00:08:47 |
Mon 17 Feb 2025
10 min podcast: dental care in pets
Pets need dental care, just like humans, but this is often misunderstood. This short podcast explains why it's so important, and what should be done at home to ensure that pets have optimal dental he…
00:06:07 |
Sat 01 Feb 2025
10 min podcast: update on XL Bully ban in Ireland
Today is 1st February 2025, the day when the ban on XL Bullies comes into force in Ireland. I have recorded a short podcast on this topic, along with East Coast FM, and while this was done 10 days ag…
00:09:27 |
Sat 01 Feb 2025
10 minute podcast: pets in cold weather
This week, we talk about what you can do to keep your pretty safe and comfortable in cold weather
00:10:12 |
Wed 08 Jan 2025
10 min podcast: Christmas prep for pets & the great Temple Grandin
This week's podcast opens with some chat about Christmas preparation for pets, and then we talk about how Temple Grandin is helping to promote a scheme to make visiting vets more enjoyable for dogs a…
00:08:48 |
Sat 21 Dec 2024
10 min podcast: understanding pets by observing their behaviour
A new global veterinary initiative aims to focus more on understanding animal behaviour as a way of learning more about their needs.
00:08:39 |
Thu 12 Dec 2024
10 min podcast: my uncle John, the animal rights hero
My uncle John was passionate about animal rights. He was a vegan from the age of fifty, and he dedicated the rest of his life to improving the lives of animals in captivity.
00:09:34 |
Thu 12 Dec 2024
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