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Top honour for WWII hero dog
A US Army dog who protected the lives of his platoon during the invasion of Sicily in 1943, has been posthumously awarded the PDSA Dickin Medal* – widely known as the animal equivalent of the Victoria Cross.
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Dangerous Christmas decorations for pet owners | PDSA
From edible decorations to the oils produced by real Christmas trees, many things could harm your pet and force them into a life-threatening situation.
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Five signs you’re a pet dad
With Father’s Day around the corner, we’re celebrating all the pet dads out there who have stopped trying to convince themselves their four-legged friend is ‘just a pet’!
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PDSA Pet Insurance Guide
We've put together a handy guide with all you need to know about pet insurance, including frequently asked questions and some jargon busting to help you find the best policy for you!
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How to train your dog or puppy not to pull on the lead
Read our guide on how to train your dog or puppy not to pull on their lead while you’re out walking.
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Winkie - Dickin Medal 1
Carrier pigeon, Winkie, received the first PDSA Dickin Medal from Maria Dickin on 2 December 1943 for the heroic role she played in saving the lives of a downed air crew.
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Creating the ideal home for your rabbits
Read our vets’ advice on the best home for rabbits including how big should rabbit hutches be and how to clean your rabbits’ home.
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Graduate programme case studies
Graduate Programme case studies Hear what some of our Vets had to say about the scheme: Matthew Forshaw – Senior Veterinary Surgeon at Huyton Pet Hospital I'm Matt, the senior veterinary surgeon at Huyton Pet Hospital in Liverpool. I joined PDSA in 2009 as a new graduate from the University of Edinburgh. In the hope of not showing my age, the new graduate scheme didn't exist at that point.…
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XL Bully Ban: The facts PDSA Vet explains what the Government announcement means to owners and the general public
On 15 September 2023, Prime Minister, Rishi Sunak, announced plans for the ‘American XL Bully’ dogs to be added to the banned breed list.
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Hypothermia in Pets
Read our vets' advice on hypothermia in pets, including causes, symptoms, and treatments.
