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'Animal OBE' for devoted Service Dog
Pal has been awarded the PDSA Order of Merit for his outstanding devotion to his owner
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Distemper in dogs
Distemper is a disease caused by a virus. The virus spreads easily between dogs. It causes a wide range of symptoms including a cough, runny eyes and nose, diarrhoea, high temperature, thickened pads, tremors and fits.
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Alabama rot in dogs
Alabama rot is an extremely rare disease in the UK. It affects dogs by causing damage to the blood vessels in their skin and in some cases their kidneys.
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Persian
Persians aren’t usually highly active cats and may display occasional bursts of energy rather than regular ones.
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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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How can I stop my dog barking?
Whether you’ve owned one or have had a neighbour with one – sometimes there’s nothing worse than a noisy dog! All dogs might bark at some point in their life, but some are definitely louder than others.
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What to do if your dog is aggressive
Our vets' guide on dealing with an aggressive dog, including why your dog might be aggressive and how you can stop your dog reacting.
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Wobbly teeth in dogs
Although your puppy's teeth will naturally fall out to make room for their adult teeth, wobbly teeth in adult dogs is cause for concern.
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Wobbly teeth in cats
Adult cats shouldn’t have wobbly teeth, if you notice any it’s a sign that something is wrong.
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Cats and Fireworks
Cats and Fireworks
