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Human-pig hybrids: a step too far. Pete the Vet's weekly podcast
Scientists have spiced human DNA into the genome of pig embryos, tweaking the immunoreactivity of the pig's livers so that they are not rejected when…
9 years, 3 months ago
The end of a pet's life: deciding when, & looking after their body afterwards. Pete the Vet Podcast
This week on East Coast FM, Pete discusses the complicated issue of deciding when to euthanase a pet, and the then goes on to explain about the vario…
9 years, 3 months ago
How do you speak to your dog? Is it for you, or for them? Pete the Vet on East Coast FM
Recent research has helped us to understand why we speak to animals in "funny" voices, and how much difference it makes to the animals when we do thi…
9 years, 3 months ago
The importance of educating children about animal welfare: weekly podcast from Pete the Vet
This week's podcast discusses pet first aid, education of children about animal care, and finally, the serious issue of dog theft
9 years, 4 months ago
Why seal pups need to be rescued from Ireland's beaches
Pete the Vet discusses seal rescue in Ireland, describing a recent case where he was involved with the rescue of an injured seal pup on a local beach
9 years, 5 months ago
Podcast: when should dogs with heart murmurs start treatment? Plus pet theft and TB in wildlife
This week on East Coast FM, Pete discusses the recent research which has led to a new recommendation in the early treatment of heart disease. He also…
9 years, 6 months ago
The story of Sissi, the cat who was shot. Keep your pets indoors in the hours of darkness
In this week's podcast, Pete discusses the story of Sissi, a cat who was deliberately shot with a high velocity rifle. Pete describes how this may ha…
9 years, 6 months ago
Why is my dog dragging her bottom along the ground?
Many people want to know why their dog is dragging its bottom along the ground - so-called sledging or scooting. This podcast discusses this topic, e…
9 years, 6 months ago
Pete the Vet discusses yet another dog attack in the UK
Tragically, a baby was killed in the UK by a dog, and a young boy was severely injured. In this podcast, Pete discusses the issues behind these dog a…
9 years, 6 months ago
Pete the Vet talks about the James Herriot centenary
In this week's podcast, Pete discusses the legacy of James Herriot, the well known veterinary author from the Yorkshire Dales who would be 100 on 4th…
9 years, 7 months ago