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Microchipping cats: What you need to know | PDSA
The UK Government has made it compulsory to microchip your cat by 10 June 2024 or you may be fined. This new legal requirement follows a Government call for evidence and consultation,
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How to cope with the death of a pet
Advice on making the difficult decision to put your pet to sleep, breaking the news to children, and coping with the loss.
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Guinea pigs as pets
Considering a guinea pig as a pet? Learn about their lifespan, sleeping habits, ideal diet , how much space they need, how to handle them, and common health issues.
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How to muzzle train your dog
Muzzle training should be done at your dog’s pace, in several short sessions over a few weeks.
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Kennel Cough
Kennel cough is a condition that causes a nasty cough in dogs. It’s very contagious, but isn’t often serious.
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Obesity in rabbits
A third of pet rabbits in the UK are overweight. Overweight rabbits are at risk of health problems and a shorter lifespan.
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Clicker training your dog
Clicker training is a popular method used to train dogs, but it's important that it's done correctly.
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Canine communication: recognising stress in your dog
Our dogs tend to tell us how they are feeling through their body language, but sometimes it can be easy to miss the signs. We’re looking at how Kendal Shepherd’s ladder of communication can help owners.
