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Lymphoma in dogs
Lymphoma is a cancer of the immune system. The immune system is active throughout the whole body, and lymphoma can develop in any part of it. Symptoms vary depending on what type it is, where it is, and how aggressive it is.
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5 years of helping pets
Thank you You truly are every pet’s best friendThank you for your supportThousands of wagging tails. Millions of contented purrs. Your generous support has made an incredible impact on the lives of poorly pets over the last five years – and everyone here is so grateful. To say ‘thank you’, we’ve put together a special video to show how far your amazing support goes. We hope you enjoy it! You’re…
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10 years of helping pets
Thank you You truly are every pet’s best friend Thank you for your support Thousands of wagging tails. Millions of contented purrs. Your generous support has made an incredible impact on the lives of poorly pets over the last ten years – and everyone here is so grateful. To say ‘thank you’, we’ve put together a special video to show how far your amazing support goes. We hope you enjoy it! You’re…
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15 years of helping pets
Thank you You truly are every pet’s best friend Thank you for your support Thousands of wagging tails. Millions of contented purrs. Your generous support has made an incredible impact on the lives of poorly pets over the last fifteen years – and everyone here is so grateful. To say ‘thank you’, we’ve put together a special video to show how far your amazing support goes. We hope you enjoy it!…
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Severe allergic reactions in cats
Cats can have allergic reactions just like people. Common triggers include insect stings, plants and medications (including vaccinations).
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Five summer must-haves for dog owners
With the weather heating up and a lot of us still spending more time at home, first-time dog owner and PDSA content creator, Mair, gives us her top five must-haves for our four-legged friends.
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Founders day
Founder's Day Founder's Day is here! On 17 November 1917, PDSA’s Founder Maria Dickin opened our very first dispensary in a tiny cellar in London’s East End. We celebrate this anniversary each year and it’s a wonderful opportunity to reflect on our long and varied history while making plans for our future. Take a look at a specially recorded video message from our Director General Jan McLoughlin…
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PDSA Dickin Medal
PDSA Dickin MedalFor GallantryPDSA Dickin Medal The PDSA Dickin Medal is the highest award any animal can receive whilst serving in military conflict. It is recognised worldwide as the animals’ Victoria Cross. Instituted in 1943 by PDSA’s founder Maria Dickin CBE, it acknowledges outstanding acts of bravery or devotion to duty displayed by animals serving with the Armed Forces or Civil Defence…
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Newfoundland
Newfoundlands are gentle giants that particularly love to swim and pull.
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Ear problems in dogs
A sore ear is not something to ignore. Ear problems can be very painful and need vet treatment to cure and find the cause.