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Halloween Tips for Fearful Pets
A large percentage of dogs and less so of cats become stressed or fearful around Halloween as they are exposed to excess noise, excited children, costumes, visitors etc. This can also be a very stressful time for owners, many of whom are unaware as to how to help their pets. We have put a few…
Read MoreVaccinating Your Indoor Cat
The annual vaccination of cats has been an integral part of preventive health care programs for several decades. No other medical development has been as successful in controlling deadly diseases in cats. Should I Vaccinate my Indoor Cat? Some owners feel if their cat remains indoors for life, with no contact with other cats, then…
Read MoreSeptember at City Vet!
This blog post is about two interesting cases seen at City Vet during the month of September. We hope you enjoy reading about them! Max Clohessy Max is a 9 year old Jack Russell Terrier who was attacked and bitten by another dog who was loose at the time. Max was brought into City Vet…
Read MoreScoop That Poop!
Dog foul continues to be a huge problem throughout the country. While most dog owners are conscientious in always carrying poo bags and picking up after their dog each time they foul, there is still a minority who fail to do so. Dog foul poses a threat to public health. If a dog with worm…
Read MoreNew Microchipping Laws
In March 2013, Minister Simon Coveney T.D. announced that from 2016 all dogs will be required to be microchipped by law. There is still a very significant number of dogs not microchipped but numbers are expected to rise in the run up to 31st March 2016. For microchipping to work, owners must make sure that…
Read MoreGrooming Your Pet
Grooming is another important aspect of caring for your pet. Some pets suffer from ear infections while others may need their nails clipped regularly. This blog will give you some tips on how to clean pet’s ears, clip their nails and pluck hairs from their ears. How to clean your Pet’s Ears Not all pets…
Read MoreCar Safety Tips When Travelling in Summer
If you do not want to put your pet into a boarding kennel and would prefer to bring them with you on your staycation in Ireland this summer, there are some things to take into consideration. This blog will address these issues. Car SafetyIt can be very dangerous to drive with unrestrained pets. Not only…
Read MorePutting your Pet in Boarding Kennels
Summer time has arrived and with it, an increase in the number of pets being put into kennels as their owners head away on holidays. This blog will address the issues to look out for and the preventative health measures needed before and after putting your pet into kennels. Choosing a Boarding Kennel There are…
Read MoreTravelling Abroad with Your Pet
Dogs, cats and ferrets can travel to and from EU countries and many other countries without quarantine and return home with limited formality. Pets need to have a microchip, be vaccinated against rabies and have a pet passport. They are also required to have a full veterinary health check within 5 days of travelling out…
Read MoreTrap, Neuter, Release (TNR) at City Vet
During the month of June, Limerick Feral Cats (LFC) carried out a large Trap, Neuter and Release (TNR) in Limerick City. These cats were brought to City Vet to be neutered once they were trapped. What does a TNR entail? LFC begin by identifying the area in which the feral cats are. They observe the…
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