Author - Emma Doheny

29Jul

Petmania warn pet owners ahead of Parasite Prevention Month

Jul 29, 2019   WORMS AND FLEAS INFECT PETS DURING HARVEST SEASON Petmania warn pet owners ahead of Parasite Prevention Month Even the cleanest homes and most spotless pets can attract fleas. There are five different intestinal worms or parasites that can affect pets. August marks Parasite Prevention Month along with harvest season which brings with it an increase in parasites in pets. An Irish specialist pet retailer Petmania are urging pet owners to regularly inspect their pets for parasites, especially during the month of August. Petmania will...

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24Jul

Petmania Advise Pet Owners on Travel Safety

Jul 24, 2019   With the current trend of pet owners opting to bring their pets on holidays, Irish pet retailer Petmania are providing practical advice on keeping pets safe when travelling and tips for a comfortable trip. Petmania have a huge range of products available to aid a stress free trip for both pets and their owners. These include car harnesses, cooling mats, portable water bottles, dog car seat covers, IATA approved carriers and so much more. Petmania’s practical tips for travelling safely...

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06Jun

Petmania’s Puppy of the Year 2019 Has Been Crowned

Jun 06, 2019   Pumba a Chowchow from Kerry is the nation’s favourite puppy The country’s largest specialist pet retailer has revealed Ireland’s Puppy of the Year. Petmania announced the winning puppy at their Grand Final event in Limerick City on Saturday. After two months of public voting and over 66,000 votes, the 12 puppy finalists who hail from all over Ireland gathered for the Grand Final. Pumba will now feature in national campaigns and become the face of Petmania for 2019/2020. They also received prizes worth over...

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29May

Rabbit Awareness Week 2019

May 29, 2019   RABBIT AWARENESS WEEK 2019 CAMPAIGN URGES RABBIT OWNERS TO PROTECT AND PREVENT AGAINST VIRUS & DISEASE Pet Retailer Petmania are urging rabbit owners to vaccinate their furry friends Irish pet retailer Petmania have partnered with Burgess Pet Care to bring Rabbit Awareness Week (RAW) to Ireland for the first time. It will take place between June 1–9. Petmania are urging rabbit owners to get their bunnies vaccinated against the outbreak of Myxomatosis and viruses such as Rabbit Viral Haemorrhagic Disease...

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23May

Lyme Disease – Why Pet Owners Should be Concerned

May 23, 2019   Non-medicated device prevents parasites in pets An Irish specialist pet retailer Petmania are urging pet owners to regularly inspect their pets for ticks, especially after being in woodland areas. Pets can contract Lyme disease if a tick is attached to them for just 48 hours. Preventing Lyme disease is time sensitive, Petmania are highlighting the importance of acting quickly and removing ticks as soon as they are found. Lyme disease is contracted from ticks which are external parasites that can...

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16May

Petmania 2019 Puppy of the Year Qualifiers

May 16, 2019   Puppy lovers can now vote for their favourite local pup-inee The country’s largest specialist pet retailer is searching for the Petmania 2019 Puppy of the Year. Each regional Puppy of the Year will go forward for the chance to win the title of Ireland’s 2019 Puppy of the year. From over 600 puppy nominations in across the country the five qualifiers at each store have been revealed following a public vote where over 65,000 votes were cast! Through public voting and a grand final...

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18Apr

Protect Your Pet from Easter Dangers

Apr 18, 2019   With Easter comes many hidden dangers for cats and dogs in the home. At a time when everyone is indulging in chocolate and enjoying hot cross buns, it is important to remember the safety of four legged friends. Pet specialist retailer Petmania are urging pet parents to be aware of hidden dangers in order to keep pets are safe this Easter. Chocolate Chocolate is poisonous to both cats and dogs and can leave them extremely ill. Keep chocolate Easter treats...

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08Apr

Ireland’s Top 10 Doggie Breeds Revealed

Apr 08, 2019   Nationwide search for Ireland’s 2019 Puppy of the Year gets underway Ireland’s largest specialist pet retailer has launched their search to find Ireland’s 2019 Puppy of the Year. Limerick City was the chosen location as for the past two years, puppies from the county have taken home the coveted Puppy of the Year title and featured in national campaigns for Petmania. In the lead up to the launch of the Puppy of the Year competition, Petmania conducted a survey with...

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01Apr

International Pooper Scooper Week, 1-7th April 2019

Apr 01, 2019   GO BIO-DEGRADABLE THIS INTERNATIONAL POOPER SCOOPER WEEK International Pooper Scooper Week runs from the 1st - 7th of April. Petmania are encouraging pet parents to clean up after their dogs in public spaces while being environmentally conscious by using their bio-degradable poop bags. Emily Miller, Marketing Manager with Petmania says, “Our 12 Petmania stores nationwide stock biodegradable poop bags. Biodegradable plastics take three to six months to decompose fully which is much quicker than synthetic plastic which could take several hundred years.” The specialist pet...

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28Nov

Annual Garden Bird Survey

Nov 28, 2018   Bird Watch Ireland Need Your Help! Bird Watch Ireland are looking for your help to track the patterns and population of your garden birds this winter. The Annual Garden Bird Survey starts this weekend and will run through to the end of February. Bird Watch Ireland say: "the Garden Bird Survey (GBS) helps us to keep track of the fortunes of Ireland’s garden birds for the last 30 years. As the Irish countryside changes, gardens are becoming increasingly important havens for many species,...

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