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PDSA responds to Defra update on banned dog breeds
Defra, the UK government’s Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, recently announced some changes affecting XL Bully owners and those with banned dog breeds under the Dangerous Dogs Act 1991. The new changes will come into effect in stages to help owners adapt.
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PDSA warning of hidden household fire risks
This Pet Fire Safety Day (Wednesday 15 July) leading vet charity PDSA is reminding owners that a few simple precautions could help save their pet's life in the event of a house fire.
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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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Top honour for WWII hero dog
A US Army dog who protected the lives of his platoon during the invasion of Sicily in 1943, has been posthumously awarded the PDSA Dickin Medal* – widely known as the animal equivalent of the Victoria Cross.
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Kuno receives PDSA Dickin Medal
A retired Military Working Dog (MWD), who suffered life-changing injuries while supporting British Forces fighting Al Qaeda, has today been awarded the PDSA Dickin Medal* for his bravery and devotion to duty.
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Pioneering RAF Police Dog to receive Animals’ Victoria Cross
Retired RAF Police Dog, Hertz, has received the prestigious PDSA Dickin Medal for his life-saving devotion to duty, protecting British and Allied troops while serving in Afghanistan, in 2013.
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World Pup Nightmares!
Meet our squad of pet patients who all share their names with World Cup superstars
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2019 Pet Survivor Announced
PDSA reveals Woody is Pet Survivor of the Year 2019!
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PAW Report a decade on – the UK’s largest pet wellbeing survey marks milestone year
PDSA warns of worrying rise in obesity and deepening behavioural problems in the face of Covid-19.
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British Fire Service dog receives PDSA Medal for lifetime of service
Britain’s longest-serving Fire Investigation Dog has been awarded a prestigious PDSA Medal for his unwavering devotion to duty and service to society during his 11-year career.
