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Landmine Detection Rat receives animals’ George Cross
A landmine detection rat, whose work in Cambodia has transformed the lives of the country’s citizens, has been awarded the PDSA Gold Medal* for his life-saving bravery and devotion to duty
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PDSA client raises over £1,000 for local Pet Hospital in honour of poorly pup
Dougie brought so much joy to his family’s life. Now, following his passing, his owner is making sure her beloved pet’s legacy lives on through her fundraising efforts.
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Your cat's body shape
Cats need to be at a healthy weight to live their best lives, so it is essential that owners keep a close eye on their pet’s shape and weight.
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Your dog's body shape
Dogs need to be at a healthy weight to live their best lives, so it is essential that owners keep a close eye on their pet’s shape and weight.
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First Aid for pets
Read our vets’ advice on animal first aid. Knowing what to do in an emergency can be the difference between life and death.
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Nine cats given a second chance
With a lot of uncertainty around at the moment, we thought we’d bring some good news in the form of these lucky kitties who used up one of their nine lives but lived to tell the tale!
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Five rat myths de-bunked | PDSA
It’s safe to say that most people don’t quite understand rats. For hundreds of years, they have been associated with various plagues and disasters. Naturally, this has led many to believe that rats are scary and dirty creatures that should be avoided at all costs.
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Coronavirus: Working from home with a pet
With everyone being instructed to stay at home for the next three weeks (unless you’re a key worker), our lives are becoming very different. If you have a pet at home, then your new working routine can be unsettling for you both.
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Third party puppy sales - our statement on the proposed ban
We support the proposed ban on third party puppy sales, but it can't solve all of the complex issues around puppy sales.
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Itchy and allergic pets
Why some pets suffer from skin problems and steps you can take to help them.
