As the cost of living continues to rise, vet care could be out of reach for many. Thousands of loving pet owners are facing the impossible decision of whether to heat their home, put dinner on the table or treat their sick pets.

Pets give unconditional love and companionship to so many. Indeed, according to our upcoming 2023 PAW Report, 85% of pet owners say that owning a pet makes them feel less lonely while 44% say that owning a pet has been a lifeline for them during the cost of living crisis.

Pets are family. They don't deserve to suffer or lose their life because of financial hardship.

Donate to our emergency appeal now to provide vital vet care to pets in need and keep families together during this crisis.

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Keeping pets and people together

Your donation helps PDSA to support people and pets in need during the cost of living crisis

22%

of pet owners say that the cost of living crisis has affected how they care for their pet

51%

more people have searched for charity support with their pet’s veterinary needs (2021 vs 2022)

47%

of pet owners are worried about how they’ll pay for vet bills if their pet falls ill or gets injured

We kept Tinkerbelle and Sarah together

Seven-year-old Rottweiler, Tinkerbelle, developed an abscess the size of a tennis ball on her chin. Her owner, Sarah, who has been affected by the cost of living crisis and relies on food parcels, had no idea how she would pay for her treatment. Thanks to people like you, our vets were able to help Tinkerbelle.

A quote from Tinkerbelle's owner, Sarah, saying "just the thought of losing Tinkerbelle was devastating. She has given us so much love and happiness since she’s been a part of our family; we couldn’t be without her."
A photo of Tinkerbelle with her owner, Sarah

Leo

Leo, a 10-year-old cat, was diagnosed with a heart condition called Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy at 10 months old and requires regular medication to manage it.

Leo's story

Sunny

Six-year-old Sunny, a Red Fox Labrador from Glasgow, narrowly escaped death after getting his paws on a beef bone.

Sunny's story

Oreo

One-year-old black and white cat, Oreo, miraculously survived a 50-ft fall from the window of a fourth-floor flat that left her life hanging in the balance.

Oreo's story

Fifi

Fifi receives ongoing life-saving treatment from PDSA for her multiple health conditions.

Fifi's Story

When the cost of loving gets too high – will you help us be there?

Our Cost of Loving campaign film

See for yourself the unbreakable bond between pets and their owners and how PDSA is there for them in tough times. Watch our film below.

We are PDSA

No pet should suffer because of their owner's financial situation. That's why PDSA was founded.

We've been caring for the pets of people in need for over 100 years. But we can only do what we do because of people like you.

Here's how we helped in 2022:

Saved the lives of

141,000

pets in need

Helped

6.6 million

people with vital information, support and veterinary care

Treated

10

pets every minute across our 48 Pet Hospitals.

The impact you have

Your donation will help PDSA, pets and their owners in so many ways…

Emergency care

Our vets provide pets with urgent, emergency care when their owners can’t afford to pay. No pet should suffer because of their owner’s financial situation. That’s why a donation, like yours, is crucial.

Lifelong support

Without regular medication, many lifelong illnesses can be fatal. Your donation helps us to provide the care that pets need to stay happy and healthy.

Keeping pets and owners together

The cost of living crisis is making it harder for some pet owners to care for their best friend. When you donate to PDSA, you’re helping us to keep pets and their owners where they belong – together.

Join the campaign…

Access our pet health advice

Pet ownership can be costly – now more than ever. We’ve pulled together top tips and advice which you might find helpful.

Download our free Pet First Aid Guide

Ensuring people and pets remain together is our priority. Download our Pet First Aid guide to make sure you’re prepared should the worst happen.

Will you help us support people and pets during the cost of living crisis?