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How to introduce guinea pigs
Guinea pigs shouldn’t be kept alone and prefer the company of other guinea pigs. Find out how to safely introduce your guinea pigs to each other.
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Degus as pets
Discover everything you need to know about caring for pet degus. Get expert advice from PDSA vets on habitat, diet, and health, and ensure your degus live long, happy lives.
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What to do if you find sick or injured wildlife
If you come across a sick or injured wild animal, it can be hard to know what to do. We've put together some advice on how to handle injured wildlife.
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Judy - Dickin Medal
English Pointer Judy was the mascot on board HMS Grasshopper during the escape from Singapore when the Japanese invaded in 1942.
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PDSA Dickin Medal for Chips the WWII Hero Dog
We're thrilled to announce Chips has been awarded the Dickin Medal for his outstanding service during WWII
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Inca PDSA Commendation Recipient
Thanks to Inca’s amazing sense of smell, owner Colleen was prompted to seek a life-saving diagnosis.
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Addison’s disease in dogs
Addison’s disease is a rare condition that develops when the body’s natural steroid levels drop dangerously low. Natural steroids are normally produced by the adrenal glands, and Addison’s develops if the glands stop working.
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Cataracts in dogs
Learn all about cataracts in dogs, including how to spot them, what causes them, treatment and prognosis. Written by PDSA vets.
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Dacryocystitis in rabbits
Dacryocystitis in rabbits Overview Dacryocystitis is inflammation of the tear ducts (also known as the nasolacrimal ducts) Dacryocystitis is a common problem in pet rabbits, and can affect one or both sides. Weepy eyes are the most common sign of dacryocystitis. Treatment and outlook depends on the cause of dacryocystitis. A simple case is often easy to treat, but unfortunately, most cases…
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Cushing’s Disease in dogs
Cushing’s disease is a condition caused by high levels of steroid in the body, normally produced in precise amounts by the adrenal glands.
