The Cost of Living and Pets

We’ve put together top tips and advice – such as low-cost activities to do with your pets and health checks you can do yourself at home - which you might find helpful.

Vets issue lily warning to pet owners

Leading vet charity PDSA has issued a warning to pet owners after a cat from Glasgow was saved by their vets after eating lilies, which are highly toxic to felines. According to the charity, lilies are among a number of common plants which can pose a severe threat to pet health.

Derby dog saved from lungworm

PDSA warns pet owners about lungworm as we urge animal lovers to support PDSA’s life-saving work during this time of financial uncertainty.

Lola receives PDSA Commendation

Demodex mites in dogs

Demodex causes red, crusty skin, hair loss and a scaly coat, worst around the eyes and feet. Demodex is normally quite simple to diagnose but treatment can be challenging.

Cat's love for treats proves more than tricky

Charity vets perform emergency surgery after cat swallows metal clip

Respiratory infections/snuffles in rabbits

‘Snuffles’ is the word we use to describe a respiratory (nose, throat or chest) infection in a rabbit. This article focuses on the two most common causes of snuffles in rabbits: ‘Pasteurella’ and ‘Bordetella’.

Dry eye in dogs

Dry eye is a condition that stops your dog producing tears and causes dry, painful eyes.

Immune mediated haemolytic anaemia (IMHA) in dogs

IMHA is a condition of the blood that causes severe anaemia. IMHA causes the body (more specifically the immune system) to attack and destroy its own red blood cells.

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