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Five common health problems in guinea pigs and how to prevent them
Like all pets, guinea pigs have their own set of common health issues. However, you can prevent them by providing the correct care, diet, and home.
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FIV in cats – Feline Immunodeficiency Virus
FIV is a virus that infects cats and damages their immune system, making them prone to infections that they then struggle to recover from (similar to HIV in humans).
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Great North Run
The AJ Bell Great North Run, the world’s biggest half marathon, is back on Sunday 13 September 2026. Experience that epic South Shields finish line celebration with Team PDSA!
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Diesel Ash
DieselWe've awarded Diesel the PDSA Gold Medal
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Hull Half Marathon
Run the Hull Half Marathon for PDSA and enjoy all the benefits of being part of #TeamPDSA
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How often should you groom your pet?
When – and how – to groom your pet can often be tricky to work out. Even within the same species, different breeds need different things, it can be hard to know what to do to.
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Where should I get a dog from?
Where should I get a dog from? Here's what we recommend at PDSA
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Painful eye/eye held closed in cats
Has your cat been blinking excessively, holding an eye shut, or showing other signs of eye pain? There are many conditions that can cause painful eye(s), some more serious than others.
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Lord Firebrand
Military Working Horse, Lord Firebrand, also known as Yogi, has been awarded the PDSA Order of Merit for his devotion to duty and service to society from 2013 to 2023.
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Dorothy’s story
Since 1989, Dorothy, a former PDSA client, has spent time helping at one of our shops in Scotland each week.
