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8 of the oddest Christmas-themed objects pet patients have eaten
Christmas is a time for celebrations and treating loved ones. However, festive foods, gifts under the Christmas tree, decorations, and even the most ordinary household objects can tempt curious cats and dogs, putting them in harm’s way.
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Brian’s heartfelt volunteering journey
We recently caught up with Brian (a proud dog dad and a Lead Volunteer since 2019) to understand the events that inspired his PDSA journey and what his initial volunteering role meant to him.
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Man with MS walks 100 miles for PDSA
In March 2026, 63-year-old Andy Blacker, from Ipswich, finished his impressive ‘Steps 4 Pets’ fundraising ‘hobble’ as a thank you to PDSA for taking care of his beloved pet Rosie in 2022.
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Vestibular Disease in dogs
Vestibular disease/syndrome is a problem that affects balance and coordination; caused by any condition that disturbs the balance (vestibular) centre in the ear and brain.
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Skye
Border Collie Skye received the PDSA Order of Merit in March 2022 for her service as a Mountain Rescue Search Dog.
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Harvest mites in dogs
Harvest mites can often be seen as tiny red/orange ‘dots’ on the skin and fur, and usually cause symptoms like itchy skin and red, inflamed skin on dogs.
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How to keep your dog cool in summer
Dogs can’t cool down as easily as we can and it can be hard for them over summer. Read our vets' advice on keeping dogs cool in warmer weather.
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Worms in dogs
Worms are a very common problem and most pet dogs will catch them at some point in their life. Intestinal worms live in the guts, eat your pet’s food and cause damage to the gut lining.
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Hypothermia in Pets
Read our vets' advice on hypothermia in pets, including causes, symptoms, and treatments.
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Eight million pets suffer fireworks misery
Vet charity PDSA is urging pet owners to take action now to prevent millions of pets suffering from extreme distress and trauma triggered by fireworks.
