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Blocked Bladder in cats
Having a blocked bladder (being unable to pee) is an emergency and can cause death if left untreated. Contact your vet for an emergency appointment if your cat is struggling to pee.
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Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) in Dogs
Our vets give their advice on Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) in dogs, including the symptoms to look out for and how BPH is treated in dogs.
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Cancer in dogs
Overview of the types of cancers dogs can get, how they are diagnosed and treated, as well as some questions to ask your vet if your dog is diagnosed.
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Severe allergic reactions in dogs
Dogs can have allergic reactions just like people. Common triggers include insect stings, plants and medications (including vaccinations).
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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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Dandruff in dogs
Dogs like to keep themselves clean, so if you notice your dog has dandruff (dry, flaky skin) it could be a sign of a problem.
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Ear problems in dogs
A sore ear is not something to ignore. Ear problems can be very painful and need vet treatment to cure and find the cause.
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Bladder infection (UTI) in cats
A bladder infection is also sometimes called a ‘urinary tract infection (UTI)’ or ‘bacterial cystitis’.
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Antifreeze poisoning in cats | PDSA
Antifreeze (ethylene glycol) is a very common poison in dogs and cats. It’s a very toxic substance so even a small amount can do a lot of damage to several vital organs.
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Cat flu in kittens
Cat flu is an illness that causes symptoms similar to human flu. It’s important to contact your vet for advice if your kitten develops any symptoms of cat flu, even if they are mild.
