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What to do if your pet has a seizure
It can be very distressing to watch your pet have a seizure. Follow our steps to keep your pet safe until it finishes.
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Dental problems in rabbits
Your rabbit’s teeth are constantly growing. This is why they need to chew on so much grass and hay as it grinds their teeth down and stops them getting too long.
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First aid for bruises
How to treat your pet at home if they have a bruise.
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Diabetes in cats | PDSA
Diabetes prevents your cat being able to control their blood sugar levels. Blood sugars levels get very high, but their body becomes starved of energy. Symptoms include weight loss, drinking more, peeing more and low energy.
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Ear infections in cats
Ear infections are painful. They are caused by germs (bacteria and yeast) growing inside the ear and often develop because something else is causing problems inside the ear.
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Wounds and skin injuries
Very minor wounds (cuts, grazes, burns, bites and bruises) often heal themselves. More serious wounds should always been seen by a vet.
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First aid for heatstroke
Heatstroke is a life-threatening emergency. Common signs including panting, trouble breathing and collapse/fainting. It is important to get help from a vet ASAP.
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Road traffic accidents (RTA)
If your pet had been involved in a road traffic accident, take them to a vet straight away. Read our advice on the best way to care for them.
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Feline panleukopenia (FPV)
Feline parvovirus (FPV) is a nasty disease that can be fatal to our cats and kittens. The best way to protect your cat against FPV is to vaccinate them regularly.
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Snake bites in cats
Read our vets' advice on what to do if your cat is bitten by a snake, the kind of snake it was bitten by, first aid for them and when to call a vet.
