News from MyVet in Dublin

MyVet RVN walks over 100km to raise money for Dogs Trust Ireland!

Niamh Flattery, who is a registered veterinary nurse at MyVet in Maynooth, laced up her walking boots at the start of October as part of the 99k for canines walking challenge organised by Dogs Trust Ireland. 

MyVet has helped save a 15ft-long boa constrictor that was slithering into the danger zone after two months without food.

Arlo, a young pup needed 15cm of his intestines removed after suffering a dangerous blockage caused by chomping down bones that had been given to him as a treat.

One of Dublin Zoo’s most adored animals has been handed a new lease of life after undergoing expert vet treatment for dental issues which were making mealtimes tough to swallow.

MyVet performed a caesarian section on a guinea pig and successfully delivered six baby kits.

An adorable one-year old rabbit called Fendi is fighting fit after a life-saving operation to remove her kidney at MyVet practice in Dublin.

The very name ‘kennel cough’ suggests that dogs are only at risk of contracting this airborne disease if you put them into boarding kennels, while you go on holiday for example. It’s for this reason that many pet owners don’t get their dog vaccinated; they don’t see the disease as a risk. Here we look at some myths and facts about kennel cough.

Picture the scene…you’re in your garden, the sun is shining, maybe you have friends and family round to visit, and the charcoals are just about ready for you to start cooking al fresco. The last thing you want is an emergency vet visit with your beloved pet.

If you’re planning a barbecue this weekend, here are some of things to consider to keep your pet safe.

Grass seeds are a common problem during the spring and summer months. While your pet explores the outdoors, grass seed can easily brush off the tops of long grass stems onto their bodies. The seeds have pointed ends and are exceptionally sharp, so they become trapped in your pet’s fur and due to their shape they can only travel in one direction. This means they can often penetrate skin or move into ears.

Summer brings longer days, warmer climates, new adventures, and outdoor socialising, which with pets in tow, can be made even more enjoyable! However, when the temperatures rise, the dangers to our pets increase too. To keep pets safe, you should be aware of the potential hazards, as well as some top tips to help prevent your pet from endangering themselves throughout the summer months.