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London Marathon applications - run for PDSA
Up for a marathon of a challenge? Join #TeamPDSA and run to save pets' lives.
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Dog neutering: a guide to castration and spaying
Neutering’ is an operation to remove the testicles or ovaries from a dog. Most dogs can be neutered from 6 months old.
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Emergency kit appeal
Every minute across our Pet Hospitals, 10 pets need our help. Please can you give to our urgent appeal?
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Dogs in heat/Dogs coming into season
A heat (or season) is when a female dog is fertile and can become pregnant. During a heat, it’s likely that your dog will behave differently, bleed from her vulva, and become very interested in male dogs.
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First Aid for pets
Read our vets’ advice on animal first aid. Knowing what to do in an emergency can be the difference between life and death.
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Dogs in the workplace: is it a good idea?
Considering bringing dogs in the workplace? Our blog covers everything from the pros and cons to other points to consider, such as insurance. Find out more here.
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From loyal customer to PDSA volunteer, Meet Rachel
Discover the reasons why regular PDSA charity shop customer Rachel decided to take her support for our charity a step further by becoming a volunteer.
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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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How to hold a gerbil safely
A guide to how adults and children should safely handle gerbils.
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A guide to choosing the perfect small pet
Choose the perfect small pet with our detailed guide on rabbits, guinea pigs, rats, mice, hamsters, gerbils, degus, ferrets and chinchillas. Written by PDSA vets.
