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Animal welfare organisations warn of brexit public dismay
Thirty-six animal welfare organisations, including PDSA, are warning that the Government risks public dismay if it waters down animal protections in UK law post-Brexit.
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PDSA statement on brachycephalic companion animals
As a veterinary charity, the health issues facing brachycephalic pets are a real concern for us, particularly with the growing popularity of breeds such as French Bulldogs, Bulldogs and Pugs. However, many owners are simply not aware of the detrimental effect extreme conformations can have on their pet’s welfare and quality of life.
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Over half of pet owners don’t know five animal welfare needs
Charity urges all pet owners to learn five animal welfare needs this National Love Your Pet Day
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Kitten saved by PDSA after eating toxic pollen
Lucky Luna was saved by PDSA vets after ingesting lily pollen, which is highly toxic to cats.
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PDSA and other animal welfare charities urge government to protect animals
PDSA is joining forces with 49 other animal welfare charities to urge government to protect animals with new animal health and welfare strategy, Act Now for Animals.
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Pet owners fear having to choose between “heating, eating, and caring for their pets”
New figures released this week in the PDSA Animal Wellbeing Report, known as the PAW Report, show that more pet owners than ever are concerned about the cost of caring for their pets.
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Biggest rabbit ever seen by PDSA vets is set for diet
The biggest rabbit ever seen by our vets has signed up for PDSA’s Pet Fit Club after ballooning to almost the size of a one-year-old child*.
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Climbing Ben Nevis in memory of Jake
In July 2025, Daniel and Rebecca took on the challenge to climb Ben Nevis, the highest mountain in the UK, in memory of their beloved dog, Jake.
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Keswick turns orange for Miracle Max’s 14th birthday
An estimated 500 people and 400 dogs turned Keswick into a sea of orange on Saturday (14 August) as they attended a charity birthday walk in honour of Cumbria’s most famous canine – Max the Miracle Dog – who turned 14 on 12 August.
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PAW Report reveals new pet ownership challenges emerging post-pandemic
The 2022 PDSA Animal Wellbeing (PAW) Report has been released, analysing the impact of two turbulent years of the COVID-19 pandemic on the UK’s pets.
