Pete Wedderburn is a practicing small animal vet and a well known journalist writing and broadcasting about animal welfare and behaviour and pet health
Is your dog or cat scratching uncontrollably? Pete the Vet breaks down the symptoms of an allergy to pollens in pets. The post Protecting Your Pets During Allergy Season: A Veterinary Guide appeared first on Pete the Vet .
Protect your dog from toxic blue-green algae (cyanobacteria) this summer. Pete the Vet explains symptoms, immediate action steps, and how to spot toxic water. The post The Hidden Summer Danger in Irish Lakes: Protecting Your Dog from Blue-Green Algae appeared first on Pete the Vet .
Thinking of getting a dog? Pete the Vet explains why summer is the best season for puppy training, the benefits of rescue adoption, and how to spot puppy farm red flags. The post Why Summer is the Best Time to Adopt a Puppy (And How to Do It Ethically) appeared first on Pete the Vet .
Planning a summer trip? Pete the Vet shares essential tips on holiday care for dogs, including boarding kennels, pet sitters, travel passports, and helping your dog recover from post-holiday stress. The post Tips from the Pete the Vet on holiday care for dogs appeared first on Pete the Vet .
Pete the Vet recaps his Two Provinces Triathlon 2026: his navigation fails, a drafting penalty, pre-race delusions, and why Two Provinces remains Ireland's best race The post My Two Provinces Triathlon: Older, Slower, but Still Claiming the Paella appeared first on Pete the Vet .
Veterinarian Pete Wedderburn shares the quiet, peaceful story of saying goodbye to his beloved 13-year-old rescue dog, Finzi, and choosing comfort over pain. The post Farewell to Pete the Vet s beloved dog Finzi: the end of a good life, lived to the full appeared first on Pete the Vet .
Is it time to restrict domestic cats to protect Irish wildlife? Pete the Vet weighs in on the polarized debate about cats and wildlife, sharing tips to curb hunting behaviour. He also offers seasonal advice about garden hedgehogs. The post Finding Balance: The Polarizing Debate on Cats and Wildlife appeared first on Pete the Vet .
How do out-of-hours vet appointments work? Pete the Vet traces the history of emergency vet care, explains how to access 24/7 clinics, and answers quirky listener questions about dog and cat behavior. The post 35 Years of vetting in Bray: Evolution of Emergency Vet Care and Some Quirky Pet Secrets appeared first on Pete the Vet .
Learn about summer pet safety. Discover the hidden dangers of hot weather exercise, how to spot heatstroke in dogs, and affordable veterinary care tips from Pete the Vet. The post Summer Pet Safety: How to Keep Your Pet Safe in Hot Weather (including podcast) appeared first on Pete the Vet .
Learn how to safely manage pet pregnancies with expert veterinary advice on nutrition, labor signs, newborn care, and essential early socialization tips. The post The Reality of Pet Pregnancies: What You Need to Know appeared first on Pete the Vet .
Nineteen years into the sport, I’ve realized that I need two things to keep me moving: a group of fellow lunatics and a coach I pay to nag me. Essentially, I use the threat of public humiliation as my primary fitness motivator. From 5:30 AM bathroom karaoke sessions to a downstream swim that felt more like a "conveyor belt of ice," the first race of the year in Clonmel was a reminder of why we do…
Whether it's a hidden stash of treats or a beautiful bouquet, common household items can quickly cause a poisoning emergency for our pets. In this interview, Pete the Vet explains why chocolate and lilies remain serious, year-round threats to dogs and cats, and provides the essential steps every owner needs to take when every minute counts. The post Chocolate toxicity in dogs and lily poisoning in…
Catch the latest pet health advice from Pete the Vet’s weekly slot on Spirit Radio. This episode covers pet questions, springtime hazards, listener Q A, and essential preventative care tips to keep your pets happy and healthy. Read the summary and listen to the podcast here. The post Pete the Vet answers pet questions on Spirit Radio appeared first on Pete the Vet .
Veterinary expert Pete Wedderburn discusses the shift toward individualized risk assessment in pet vaccinations. Learn the difference between core and non-core vaccines, and how your dog or cat’s social life and geography dictate their unique health plan. The post Does Your Pet Need Annual Boosters? A Vet’s Guide to Personalized Vaccinations appeared first on Pete the Vet .
our pets need a staggering amount of rest, with puppies requiring up to 20 hours and adults needing between 12 and 16 hours of shut-eye daily. While they spend about 10% of that time in REM sleep—often "paddling" as they dream—senior pets can become quite restless due to cognitive dysfunction or dementia. To ensure everyone gets a decent night's sleep, one might consider a heated bed, a gentle…
The UK veterinary profession is under the spotlight following the CMA’s final report on competition and rising costs. From new caps on prescription fees to mandatory transparency regarding corporate ownership, the landscape of pet care is shifting. Explore the key changes—including the move toward "contextual care"—and listen to my full interview with Radio Scotland on what this means for vets and…
As the holiday season approaches, many of us are dreaming of our next getaway. However, for pet owners, the excitement of travel often comes with a side of traveller s guilt. We worry about how our furry family members will cope while we are away. In a recent podcast, Pete the Vet shared some insightful advice on how to navigate this process, emphasizing that while it s emotionally difficult for…
Breeding for good health should be the focus for dog breeders producing puppies for sale. Yet dogs with innate poor health continue to be popular. As a vet in clinical practice, I see the daily reality of extreme conformation, with some dogs having physical traits so exaggerated they upset a dog’s ability to live a normal life. When a body shape prevents easy breathing or natural movement, it isn…