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Who was Maria Dickin? Celebrating PDSA’s incredible founder
Today, PDSA’s founder Maria Dickin CBE would have been 150. We’re taking a look at who Maria was and why she decided to set up the People’s Dispensary for Sick Animals.
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VJ Day 2020 - honouring the animals who served
We're paying tribute to some of the amazing animal heroes who bravely served in the war.
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Mouth pain in cats
Mouth pain in cats Overview Cats are very good at hiding pain. This was an important skills for their wild ancestors but it makes it difficult to spot signs of a problem in our pet cats. One of the first signs of a painful mouth tends to be a change in their eating habits. You may even notice your cat hissing or appearing scared of their food. Make an appointment to see your vet if your cat is…
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Mouth pain in rabbits
Do you think you rabbit might have a painful mouth? Have they been grinding their teeth, rubbing their face, eating less than usual? The most common cause of a painful mouth is dental disease; but there are many other possible causes.
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How to check your rabbits’ teeth
Dental disease is common in rabbits, so checking their teeth regularly is important to ensure you spot any problems early.
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Vet Q&A: keeping pets and kids calm during lockdown
Since Coronavirus has turned our lives upside down, there have been a lot of changes to get used to. We don’t know how long this situation is going to last so we’re here to help things go as smoothly as possible for everyone – people and their pets!
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How to exercise your dog when you are disabled
Wondering how to exercise your dog when you are disabled? Take a look at some of our top tips.
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Weight loss in dogs
If you think your dog might be losing weight it’s important to have them checked, and to tell you vet about any other symptoms you’ve noticed, such as vomiting, diarrhoea, low energy, or changes in their appetite and thirst.
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Feline infectious peritonitis (FIP) in cats
Learn about Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP) and feline coronavirus in cats including symptoms, treatment and prevention, all explained by our PDSA vets.
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Worms in dogs
Worms are a very common problem and most pet dogs will catch them at some point in their life. Intestinal worms live in the guts, eat your pet’s food and cause damage to the gut lining.
