Search the collection of pet memories

Find a pet companion: To find an entry in PDSA's National Collection of Pet Memories, enter a name in the search box below and click the search button. Can't find the pet you are looking for? If you cannot find the entry that you are looking for it may be because the name has been entered differently. Try entering different descriptions, E.g. John Smith, Jon Smith, J Smith, Smith. If you are still…

Hand rearing puppies

Hand rearing puppies can be very rewarding, but is a big commitment. Hand rearing involves keeping your puppies warm, regular feeding, toileting, cleaning, health monitoring and socialisation.

Joint supplements for dogs

Joint supplements can help improve joint health in dogs with arthritis. They are given as a liquid, tablet or capsule and even added to some pet foods.

Blood in your dog's poo

Blood in your dog's poo is always something to get checked by your vet but don’t panic - there are lots of possible causes ranging from very minor to more serious.

Itchy and allergic pets

Why some pets suffer from skin problems and steps you can take to help them.

Hand rearing kittens

Hand rearing kittens can be very rewarding but is also a big commitment. It involves keeping the kittens warm, regular feeding, toileting, cleaning, health monitoring and socialisation.

My dog has eaten something harmful

Curious dogs can get their paws on all sorts of things - food, bones, rubber toys, stones. Here's what to do if you think your dog has eaten something that might be harmful.

Probiotics for dogs and cats

Probiotics are friendly bacteria which can be used to ‘top up’ the natural bacteria in your dog’s gut. They can help your dog recover from stomach upsets or longer-term conditions like Colitis.

Ilford PDSA Animal Cemetery