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Domestic breeds
Whilst not a recognised breed, domestic breeds are the most common type of cat owned in the UK. Domestic cats are of mixed ancestry and so their temperaments and appearance vary greatly.
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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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Skin cancer in cats
Regularly check your cat for changes to their skin and book an appointment with your vet if you are worried.
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Dogs in heat/Dogs coming into season
A heat (or season) is when a female dog is fertile and can become pregnant. During a heat, it’s likely that your dog will behave differently, bleed from her vulva, and become very interested in male dogs.
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Bobby's story
PDSA vets have saved a seven-year-old cat called Bobby from skin cancer before it had a chance to spread.
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How to choose a healthier pedigree pet
Sadly, pedigree pets often suffer from painful health problems. If you're thinking of getting a pedigree dog, cat or rabbit read our vets' tips on choosing a healthier pet.
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Cat Microchipping
A microchip is a tiny identification device that contains a unique number linking a pet to their owner.
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Microchipping Your Dog
A microchip is a tiny identification device that contains a unique number linking a pet to their owner.
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Cherry eye in dogs
‘Cherry eye’ is a condition in which the gland that produces tears in dogs pops out and sits in in the corner of the eye.
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What to do if you find sick or injured wildlife
If you come across a sick or injured wild animal, it can be hard to know what to do. We've put together some advice on how to handle injured wildlife.
