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Ear problems in cats
Ear problems can be very painful, and should always been checked by a vet. There are many different problems that can affect any one of the three main sections of a cat’s ear.
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How To Check Your Cat’s Teeth
By checking your cat’s mouth regularly, in between vet appointments, you’ll be much more likely to spot problems early.
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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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Fly strike in rabbits
Fly strike happens when a fly lays its eggs on a rabbit’s fur which hatch into maggots and burrow under the skin to feed on flesh.
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Why is my dog drinking lots of water and weeing more than usual?
Find out why your dog might be drinking lots and weeing more than normal and when to contact your vet for advice. A complete guide written by PDSA vets.
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How To Put A Cone Collar On Your Dog
Recovery cones are an excellent short-term way to stop your dog from licking themselves after surgery, or if they have a sore spot.
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Exercise for dogs: our ultimate guide | PDSA
Read our expert advice on exercise for dogs, covering everything from how much exercise is needed to different ways to keep your dog fit. Written by PDSA vets.
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Blindness in dogs
Depending on the cause, blindness can develop very suddenly, or very gradually. Most dogs are very good at adapting to gradual blindness and it can be surprisingly difficult to notice. Sudden blindness is much more obvious.
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Skin allergies (atopic dermatitis) in cats
Atopic dermatitis (atopy) is a skin problem caused by an allergy to something in the environment (such as pollen, moulds, grass or dust mite).
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Sexing Rabbits
Rabbits can get pregnant from around 12 weeks old, so it’s important to know what sex they are so you can avoid this.