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Pets and babies: helping pets prepare for a new arrival
Finding out you're expecting a baby is often an exciting – and slightly daunting – time. If you’ve got a pet who’s used to having your full attention, it’s worth thinking about how they’ll react to a new arrival to avoid extra worries.
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How to help an older pet settle in at home
Bringing a new pet home can be overwhelming for them – read our tips to help them settle and adapt.
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Chronic kidney disease in dogs
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is when the kidneys slowly stop working over a period of months or years.
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How often should you groom your pet?
When – and how – to groom your pet can often be tricky to work out. Even within the same species, different breeds need different things, it can be hard to know what to do to.
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Home alone – preventing separation anxiety
How long can you leave a dog alone for and who should look after your dog when you go on holiday?
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Whelping – a guide to your dog giving birth
If you have a pregnant dog, it’s important to be well informed and prepared for her whelping to reduce the chance of problems.
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Hamsters as pets
Get expert advice from PDSA vets on hamster cages, diet, and health. Learn how to create a stimulating environment, and ensure your hamster lives a long, happy life.
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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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BOAS - breathing problems in flat-faced dogs
BOAS stands for Brachycephalic Obstructive Airway Syndrome and can severely impact your dog’s quality of life. If your dog develops sudden breathing problems, contact your vet immediately.
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Skin fold dermatitis in dogs
Pockets in between skin folds get very warm and moist. This makes a perfect environment for bacteria and yeast to grow and infections to develop.
