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Pete the Vet"s Podcast

Pete Wedderburn

I am a veterinary surgeon with a passion for communicating my love of my work through writing, radio, television and the internet. My mission is to use the media to act as an advocate on behalf of animals. I work in a busy 5 vet practice in Bray, Co Wicklow, Ireland, but I spend 50% of my working week on media work. I"ve been broadcasting a weekly "vet spot" on my local radio station, East Coast FM, for the past thirty years, and I"m delighted, through Soundcloud, to now make this weekly

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00:51:30

Pete the Vet with host Killian on Ruby Rees Tuesday...

Pete the Vet"s Podcast ·

2026/08/21

Join host Killian and Pete the Vet on Ruby Rees Tuesday Talks as they explore the profound, evolving relationship between humans and their pets. Pete reflects on 40 years of veterinary practice, sharing how our companion animals act as everyday models of mindfulness and why veterinary care has transformed into modern, contextual medicine. From common misconceptions around tail wagging to navigating pet loss and veterinary costs, learn how understanding your pet's perspective brings simplicity and

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00:07:39

The Irish law on dogs being kept on leads

Pete the Vet"s Podcast ·

2026/08/18

The Irish law on dogs being kept on leads by Pete Wedderburn

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00:06:54

Why Summer is the Best Time to Adopt a Puppy (And How...

Pete the Vet"s Podcast ·

2026/07/24

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.

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00:09:35

Tips from the vet on holiday care for dogs

Pete the Vet"s Podcast ·

2026/07/23

Planning a summer trip? Pete the Vet shares essential tips on boarding kennels, pet sitters, travel passports, and helping your dog recover from post-holiday stress.

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00:11:18

The Polarizing Debate on Cats and Wildlife

Pete the Vet"s Podcast ·

2026/07/09

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.

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00:10:46

Vets After Hours & Understanding Pet Emotions with...

Pete the Vet"s Podcast ·

2026/07/01

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 with late-night cat "toe attacks," and shares a bizarre cautionary tale about an exotic beach-dwelling

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00:14:09

Hot Weather Hazards: How to Keep Your Pet Safe This...

Pete the Vet"s Podcast ·

2026/06/24

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 treatment through charity clinics and pet health plans.

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00:09:16

The Reality of Pet Pregnancies: What You Need to Know

Pete the Vet"s Podcast ·

2026/06/23

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.

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00:10:43

Chocolate toxicity in dogs - a year-round threat

Pete the Vet"s Podcast ·

2026/05/07

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.

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00:08:50

10 min podcast: the risks of taking photos of pets...

Pete the Vet"s Podcast ·

2026/02/11

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.

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00:14:18

10 min podcast: cloning dogs, DNA testing dog poops...

Pete the Vet"s Podcast ·

2026/01/26

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.

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00:09:14

10 min podcast: update on the swan sanctuary in my...

Pete the Vet"s Podcast ·

2026/01/19

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.

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00:07:40

10 min podcast: illegal puppy farming and export from...

Pete the Vet"s Podcast ·

2026/01/18

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

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00:07:32

Why it makes sense to "adopt, don't shop" when...

Pete the Vet"s Podcast ·

2025/09/18

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.

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00:10:10

10 min podcast: heat stroke in hot weather, ear...

Pete the Vet"s Podcast ·

2025/09/17

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.

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00:08:55

10 min podcast: conjunctivitis, a cat attacking...

Pete the Vet"s Podcast ·

2025/08/06

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)

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00:11:10

10 min podcast: dogs stressed after kennels, dogs...

Pete the Vet"s Podcast ·

2025/07/22

This week, we talk about dogs stressed after boarding kennels, dogs licking their paws all the time and dogs suffering from senile dementia

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00:10:18

10 min podcast: pet queries, from panting to high...

Pete the Vet"s Podcast ·

2025/07/14

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.

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00:08:16

10 min podcast: listeners' queries, from nervous...

Pete the Vet"s Podcast ·

2025/06/04

This week, a number of common pet questions were discussed, submitted by listeners to Declan Meehan's Morning Show on East Coast FM

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00:08:16

10 min podcast: listeners' queries, from nervous...

Pete the Vet"s Podcast ·

2025/06/04

This week, we discuss a range of common pet questions submitted by listeners to East Coast FM's Morning Show with Declan Meehan

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