Pete Wedderburn

Ireland, United Kingdom

Freelance Writer at Freelance

A companion animal veterinarian sharing information via https://t.co/le3SnoHm5n website https://t.co/Ntb4YL4gB6 #XDissenter

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Articles

I'm a cat person who became a dog person

1 month ago | telegraph.co.uk | Nick Duerden |Miranda Levy |Pete Wedderburn |Christopher Howse

Find your tribeIn the small neighbourhood park I'd previously blithely ignored, I found endless drama and incident, and fell in with people who were young and old, and from every conceivable background, each eager to connect.
I'm allergic to dogs

1 month ago | telegraph.co.uk | Miranda Levy |Pete Wedderburn |Christopher Howse |Rosa Silverman

What are allergies? Put simply, allergies occur when the immune system reacts inappropriately to a harmless, foreign substance that gets inside the body. The substance is known as an allergen. Adam Fox is a professor of paediatric allergy at several London hospitals, and one of the UK's leading experts on the subject. "People who are allergic have a broad genetic tendency called 'atopy' where they have the potential for inappropriate immune responses," he says.
What I learnt about humanity when my cat went missing for a week

2 months ago | telegraph.co.uk | John Sturgis |Pete Wedderburn |Christopher Howse |Rosa Silverman

Unpleasant behaviourHe caterwauled all the way home. On arrival, the first sign of recognition came when he met our dogs. He started preening around them. Preening around us would take a little longer. He had been gone exactly a week, had visibly lost weight, and his coat was stained with motor oil, presumably from slinking under cars. Pictures of him home safely were shared with the many people who had helped us - with champagne emojis. An hour after I had learnt he was safe, my phone rang.
Is Amazon Music Unlimited worth the money? The popular streaming service explained

Mar 25, 2025 | telegraph.co.uk | Alan Martin |Simon Lewis |Rebecca Astill |Pete Wedderburn

Amazon Music Unlimited has been around for almost a decade, but is it still good value for money? This article contains affiliate links. The products or services listed have been selected independently by journalists after hands-on testing or sourcing expert opinions. We may earn a commission when you click a link, buy a product or subscribe to a service. In the 17 years since Spotify launched, streaming has grown to become the main way to consume music.
The only deals to shop today, according to our experts

Mar 25, 2025 | telegraph.co.uk | Rebecca Astill |Pete Wedderburn |Sarah Finley |Simon Lewis

Amazon's week-long Spring Sale started at 00:01am this morning, with thousands of deals now live across tech, home appliances, grooming products and more. New deals will continue to drop each day of the sale, until it ends on Monday 31 March at midnight, while lightning deals ‒ a limited-time discount, sometimes only lasting a few hours ‒ will also appear on selected products.
How to choose the right food for your pet according to a vet

Mar 24, 2025 | telegraph.co.uk | Pete Wedderburn |Sarah Finley |Simon Lewis |Alan Martin

An experienced vet recommends the best dog food for adult and senior dogs, puppies, small breeds and even for dogs with sensitive stomachsFor over half a century, I've lived alongside dogs, both as a devoted owner and as a practising veterinarian. So, I've seen the devastating consequences of inadequate diets and the remarkable vitality of dogs thriving thanks to a well-balanced diet. Navigating the complexities of canine nutrition can be challenging, however the rewards are immeasurable.
I've paid for Amazon Prime for a decade and this is what I've learned

Mar 21, 2025 | telegraph.co.uk | Alan Martin |Ed Wiseman |Ellis Cochrane |Pete Wedderburn

With Amazon Prime turning 18 this year, is the delivery and entertainment subscription still worth the price? This article contains affiliate links. The products or services listed have been selected independently by journalists after hands-on testing or sourcing expert opinions. We may earn a commission when you click a link, buy a product or subscribe to a service. If you shop online at all, there's a good chance you've used Amazon.
A great streamer for older TVs

Mar 21, 2025 | telegraph.co.uk | Alan Martin |Ed Wiseman |Ellis Cochrane |Pete Wedderburn

While the 4K version is easily worth the extra money, if you're using an older set, the Fire TV Stick HD is a compelling packageThis article contains affiliate links. The products or services listed have been selected independently by journalists after hands-on testing or sourcing expert opinions. We may earn a commission when you click a link, buy a product or subscribe to a service.
Pete the Vet: Remembering my Uncle John, an inspirational vegan

Dec 4, 2024 | independent.ie | Pete Wedderburn

My Uncle John died last week. He had been my favourite uncle. He was in his mid eighties, and he had been suffering from a complex neurodegenerative disease for some years. As is often the case, his death was a release of some kind for him after a long, progressively worsening illness. He was an inspiring man, and his deepest passion was his desire to improve the lot of animals on this planet.
Pete the Vet: Even indoor-only cats can pick up fleas

Nov 27, 2024 | independent.ie | Pete Wedderburn

Pax is an indoor only cat: like many owners these days, Claire has decided that it was safest for him avoid going outside. There are too many hazards, from road traffic to dogs to other cats. He seems happy indoors, and she makes sure that she spends plenty of time playing with him, so he never gets bored. Research shows that indoor cats live for longer than cats that go outside, and Claire wanted Pax to live for as long as possible.