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Manchester hero hounds recognised with 'animal OBE'
Veteran Fire Service dogs to be honoured by PDSA
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Cat parasites – fleas, ticks, mites and worms
The most common cat parasites include fleas, ticks, mites and worms. Find out more about how to treat and prevent these parasites here. Written by PDSA vets.
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Sexing Rabbits
Rabbits can get pregnant from around 12 weeks old, so it’s important to know what sex they are so you can avoid this.
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Weird things dogs do
Have you noticed your dog doing something strange? Our vets answer 7 common questions about man's best friends' strange behaviours:
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Home alone – preventing separation anxiety
How long can you leave a dog alone for and who should look after your dog when you go on holiday?
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Nystagmus (flickering or twitching eye movements) in dogs | PDSA
Nystagmus is the word we use to describe flickering eye movements. In certain circumstances, flickering eye movements are normal, but your dog’s eyes should not flicker when their head is still.
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Why Dogs Swallow Strange Things
Dogs often like to use their mouth to investigate objects as well as to eat. Sometimes a pet will swallow an item by mistake, even though they had only meant to investigate it.
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Pets and babies: helping pets prepare for a new arrival
Finding out you're expecting a baby is often an exciting – and slightly daunting – time. If you’ve got a pet who’s used to having your full attention, it’s worth thinking about how they’ll react to a new arrival to avoid extra worries.
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Rat poisoning in dogs
Rat and mouse poisons contain ingredients that are often highly toxic to dogs. If you suspect your dog has swallowed rat or mouse poison, call your vet immediately.
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The cost of owning rabbits
Finances are easy to forget in all the buzz of getting a new pet but it’s really important to understand the lifelong cost you’re committing to.
