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Bad breath in dogs
Discover why your dog might have bad breath and when to contact your vet about it. A comprehensive guide, written by PDSA vets.
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BOAS - breathing problems in flat-faced dogs
BOAS stands for Brachycephalic Obstructive Airway Syndrome and can severely impact your dog’s quality of life. If your dog develops sudden breathing problems, contact your vet immediately.
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Enlarged Prostate in Dogs
Our vets give their advice on an enlarged prostate in dogs, including the symptoms to look out for and how an enlarged prostate is treated in dogs.
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Dementia in Dogs: Cognitive Dysfunction
Cognitive dysfunction (‘doggy dementia’) is a condition that can develop in some dogs as their brain ages. The cause isn’t fully understood, but it’s known to be made worse by changes such as a build-up of a harmful protein (beta amyloid), and poor blood flow.
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Skin problems in dogs: an overview
Skin is very important for protection and keeping the body warm. Skin problems can significantly affect a dog’s quality of life and make them feel miserable.
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Limping and stiffness in dogs
Limping and stiffness can be caused by many different conditions, like minor injuries and arthritis. Read more about the treatment available and how you can help keep your dog comfortable.
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Snake bites in dogs
Read our vets' advice on what to do if your dog is bitten by a snake, what type of snake it was bitten by, how to help them and when to call a vet.
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Order of Merit search and rescue charlie
Border Collie Charlie receives the PDSA Order of Merit for lifetime service
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Luxating patella in dogs
A luxating patella occurs when a dog's kneecap slides out of the groove in the thighbone. A healthy kneecap should never slip out of the groove, and if it does, we call it a luxating patella (dislocating kneecap).
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Travel sickness in dogs
Car sickness is a common problem for puppies and dogs. Travel training is the best way to prevent a car sickness problem developing.
