As Wimbledon gets underway, we are warning dog owners that tennis balls can pose serious risks to their pets. The size and compressibility of a tennis ball can create a choking hazard, particularly for medium to large-sized dogs. Once punctured or worn down, fragments can also break off, increasing the risk of ingestion and internal […]
With rising temperatures forecast over the coming days, we are urging pet owners to keep their cats and dogs safely out of the sun. We are particularly concerned about the number of dogs who are exercised in hot weather, and those left in hot cars. Temperatures over 20 degrees Celsius can put dogs at higher […]
We are urging pet owners to pick up and dispose of their dogs’ poo after their recent survey revealed 83% of respondents have come into unwanted contact with dog faeces in the last 12 months. Having surveyed 769 people, we found 95% think dog fouling is an issue in their local area, 63% believe the […]
We are warning pet owners that common Easter foods, leftovers and festive plants found in homes can be extremely dangerous, and in some cases fatal, to both dogs and cats. While Easter is often a time for family gatherings and roast dinners, popular treats for humans can have serious consequences for pets, ranging from digestive […]
Our recent research has found Irish pet owners could be unknowingly shaving years off their pets’ lives by underestimating their weight. The survey of Irish pet owners found that more than three-quarters of respondents believe pet owners underestimate how many pets are overweight or obese. Despite this, only 28% of owners described their own pet […]
We are urging pet owners across Ireland to stay alert this Christmas, as the festive season brings a range of hidden hazards for cats and dogs. While the holidays are a magical time for families, are warning that busy homes, sparkling decorations, and indulgent Christmas foods can create dangerous situations for pets, if owners are […]
As Halloween approaches, we are urging pet owners to take extra care of their cats and dogs, amid growing concern over the distress caused by fireworks. A new survey we carried out revealed that an overwhelming 91 per cent of pet owners noticed signs of stress in their pets during firework season. Of those surveyed, over […]
We have launched an emotive campaign, entitled ‘More Time’ to highlight the unprecedented demand we are facing for our low-cost veterinary services. For 80 years, we have been a vital lifeline for sick and injured pets whose owners cannot afford private veterinary care. But today, amid the cost-of-living crisis, the our clinics and mobile units […]
We are warning pet owners about the growing risk of lungworm infection in dogs, following a spate of cases at our Veterinary Clinic. If left untreated, the potentially fatal parasite can cause severe health complications. As frogs, slugs and snails spread lungworm, dogs can become infected when playing outside, eating grass, drinking from puddles, or […]
