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Animal OBE for extraordinary virtual therapy dog
‘Max the Miracle Dog’ awarded PDSA Order of Merit for outstanding contribution to society
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Degenerative Myelopathy in dogs
Degenerative myelopathy (DM) is a condition of the spine that causes a gradual paralysis of the back end. Symptoms include weak, wobbly back legs, incontinence and paralysis.
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Exercising your senior dog
Senior dogs are more likely to have health conditions or other problems that might limit how much they can exercise, but it's still important to keep them active so they stay healthy.
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Where should I get a dog from?
Where should I get a dog from? Here's what we recommend at PDSA
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Chico, the dog with a ‘spare rib’
PDSA vets save dog who swallowed six-inch bone
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Dog walker saves pet Boxer's life with CPR
A professional dog walker from Nottingham has told of the terrifying moment a Boxer dog in her care suddenly collapsed, an dhow skills from a recent PDSA Pet First Aid course helped save his life.
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Eye ulcers (corneal ulcers) in dogs
Ulcers often appear suddenly and get rapidly worse. However, eyes heal quickly so with vet treatment an ulcer is likely to heal within a few days.
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What to do if your dog is aggressive
Our vets' guide on dealing with an aggressive dog, including why your dog might be aggressive and how you can stop your dog reacting.
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Chocolate poisoning in dogs
Chocolate contains a substance called theobromine, which is perfectly safe for humans, but toxic for dogs, cats and rabbits.
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Gastroenteritis (stomach upset) in dogs
Gastroenteritis is a general term for a stomach and gut upsets. Symptoms include vomiting, diarrhoea and gut pain.
