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Oliver
Oliver received the PDSA Order of Merit in July 2022 for his exceptional service as Europe’s first Justice Facility Dog.
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Doky
Police DOG (PD) Doky posthumously received the PDSA Order of Merit for a distinguished career and outstanding devotion to duty with the National Police Department of the Balearic Islands between 2009 – 2019.
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Thousands of pet owners face Christmas heartache again this year
We're warning about the potential dangers faced by pets this Christmas after our research shows one-in-ten pet owners have made an emergency trip to the vets over the Christmas period.
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Fundraise for the future
Fundraise for the futureJoin #TeamPDSA as we turn 100Fundraise for the futureWe’ve been saving pets and changing lives for 100 years - but we can’t continue without you. Our fantastic fundraisers are at the heart of what we do. The money you raise means we’re able to keep treating sick and injured pets across the UK. Every marathon mile, every muddy obstacle and every cake sale raises vital funds…
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Rabbit Awareness Week 2020
This year, we’re teaming up with other charities for Rabbit Awareness Week.
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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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First aid for heatstroke
Heatstroke is a life-threatening emergency. Common signs including panting, trouble breathing and collapse/fainting. It is important to get help from a vet ASAP.
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First aid for an electric shock in pets
Electric shocks can cause burns, organ damage and death. All pets that have had an electric shock should be checked by a vet because there may be internal/delayed injuries that are not obvious at first.
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How to conduct a food trial: Dog
If your dog has a skin allergy, diarrhoea or symptoms of IBD your vet might ask you to carry out a food trial at home in case their symptoms are triggered by something in their food.
