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  • First aid for bruises

    How to treat your pet at home if they have a bruise.

  • Cat labour – a guide to your cat giving birth

    If you have a pregnant cat, it’s important to be well informed and prepared for her kittening to reduce the chance of problems.

  • 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…

  • How to collect a urine sample from your dog

    Collecting a urine sample doesn’t need to be a challenge – in fact, with the correct equipment and knowledge, it’s usually a fairly simple task.

  • Eye removal (enucleation) in cats

    Removing an eye is usually a last resort, but is necessary in some circumstances. Your vet may advise removing an eye if it’s been badly damaged, is causing unmanageable pain, is affected by an untreatable condition, or contains a tumour.

  • 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.

  • Painful eye/eye held closed in cats

    Has your cat been blinking excessively, holding an eye shut, or showing other signs of eye pain? There are many conditions that can cause painful eye(s), some more serious than others.

  • How to: Record a resting respiratory rate

    This guide is to help you if you need to record your pet’s resting respiratory rate (how many breaths your pet takes each minute while resting or sleeping).

  • First aid for cuts and grazes

    What to do if your pet has a graze or cut

  • 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.