In this episode of Tuesday Talks with Ruby Reese, Killian is joined by Pete Wedderburn - widely known as Pete the Vet - veterinary surgeon at Village Vets in Bray and one of Ireland's most recognisable voices in animal welfare and pet care.

Pete shares his remarkable journey from vet school in Edinburgh to working in Africa, travelling the world, and eventually settling in Ireland - where he has been practising for over 35 years. He reflects on how the human-pet relationship has changed dramatically over that time, and what that means for veterinary care today.

The conversation covers common misconceptions around pet behaviour, exotic animals and vet costs, the importance of pet insurance, and why animals are such powerful models of mindfulness. Pete also shares what drew him to media work, the philosophy behind always saying yes to opportunities, and introduces his own wonderful cast of dogs, cats and hens.

This episode is sponsored by Village Vets, caring for pets across Ireland since 1980. Find out more at villagevets.ie. And if you are interested in their Pet Health Plan you can find out more at https://www.villagevets.ie/pet-health-plan

Websites & Social Media

Pete the Vet
Website: petethevet.com Instagram: @pete.wedderburn

Village Vets

Website: villagevets.ie Instagram: @villagevets.ireland

Ruby Reese

Website: ruby-reese.ie Instagram: @rubyreeseofficial

dognutrition.ie

Website: dognutrition.ie Instagram: @dognutrition.ie

Please Note: In the interest of keeping episodes conversational and entertaining we will make broad generalisations that may not reflect you, your situation or your pet. If you have any concerns please consult a certified professional who will assess your individual needs.