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Sky
SkySky's storyWhen Sky's owners noticed her stomach begin to swell, they knew that something wasn't right. Sky the Staffie, from Manchester, is lucky to be alive after she developed a potentially fatal womb infection. Sky was rushed to PDSA at death's door and needed urgent life-saving surgery after the charity's vets found her infected womb weighed 2.5kg (5.5lb) equivalent to nearly three bags of…
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DM 80
This year marks 80 years since the PDSA Dickin Medal was first awarded to acknowledge outstanding acts of bravery by animals serving with the Armed Forces or Civil Defence units. Our founder, Maria Dickin CBE, introduced the PDSA Dickin Medal on 2 December 1943, at the height of World War II. A tireless campaigner for animal welfare, Maria Dickin was determined to raise the status of animals in…
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National award for litter-picking dog Woodie
A Border Collie from Leicester is receiving the PDSA Commendation after helping his owner collect over 7,500 bags of litter.
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Severe allergic reactions in dogs
Dogs can have allergic reactions just like people. Common triggers include insect stings, plants and medications (including vaccinations).
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Nystagmus (flickering or twitching eye movements) in dogs | PDSA
Nystagmus is the word we use to describe flickering eye movements. In certain circumstances, flickering eye movements are normal, but your dog’s eyes should not flicker when their head is still.
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PDSA Pet Survivor
Voting is now open – we need your help to decide which of these incredible pets should be crowned Pet Survivor of the year.
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UK’s fattest pets battle the bulge in pet slimming competition
Meet the nine heavy hounds and fat felines slimming down in PDSA's Pet Fit Club 2019 - the ultimate pet weight-loss challenge.
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Increased appetite in cats: comprehensive guide | PDSA
If your cat is always hungry or their appetite has increased, explore the potential causes and symptoms to look out for. This guide is written by our PDSA Vets.
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What we do
PDSA is the UK’s leading veterinary charity. We save, we protect, we heal and we educate to help pets across the UK. We also celebrate extraordinary animals with our Animal Honours scheme
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Diarrhoea in cats
There are many conditions that cause diarrhoea in cats, ranging from minor to serious. Mild cases of diarrhoea usually pass within 24 hours.
