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Steroids for pets
Steroids are a group of medicines that help with a range of conditions in pets. They are most commonly used for reducing inflammation and managing the immune system.
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Dog saved by PDSA after eating face mask
A Cocker Spaniel from Liverpool was saved by PDSA after he nearly died after eating a facemask.
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Myxomatosis in rabbits
Myxomatosis is a virus that causes severe disease and is usually fatal. It’s common in wild rabbits and spreads easily to pet rabbits.
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Hypothyroidism in dogs
Hypothyroidism is a lack of thyroid hormones due to underactive thyroid glands. Symptoms of hypothyroidism include weight gain, low energy, and fur loss (alopecia).
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The Relentless
The Relentless Date of Award: 2 December 1943 "For delivering a message under exceptionally difficult conditions and so contributing to the rescue of an Air Crew while serving with the RAF in February, 1942." Read Winkie's story Date of Award: November 1945 "For outstanding endurance on War Service in spite of wounds." Read Mary of Exeter's story Date of Award: August 1946 “This bird is…
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Zak
Border Collie Zak received the PDSA Order of Merit in July 2022 for his lifetime service as a Search and Rescue Dog.
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Dudley’s story
Dudley, a Staffordshire Bull Terrier cross, needed emergency surgery to remove a toy from his intestines after he accidentally swallowed it.
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Top 10 common conditions in pets
There are lots of reasons why your pet might need a trip to the vet, along with their regular check-ups. Our vets have put together a list of the 10 most common conditions in cats and dogs
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Mammary (breast) problems in dogs
Mammary (breast) problems are most common in female dogs that haven’t been speyed.
