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National award for hero Police Dog
German Shepherd Axle receives PDSA Commendation after tackling armed criminal.
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Worms in cats
Worms are a common problem in pet cats and without regular treatment, most catch them at some point in their lives. Worms are not often visible in poo until they have been treated and killed, making them difficult to spot.
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How to put sunscreen on your cat
You can protect your cat's light and white patches of skin with pet-safe sunscreen.
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How To Litter Train A Rabbit
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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Painful eye/eye held closed in dogs
Has your dog been blinking excessively, holding an eye shut, showing other signs of eye pain? There are many conditions that can cause painful eye(s), some more serious than others.
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A guide to choosing the perfect small pet
Choose the perfect small pet with our detailed guide on rabbits, guinea pigs, rats, mice, hamsters, gerbils, degus, ferrets and chinchillas. Written by PDSA vets.
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Urine Scald, Dirty Bottoms and How to Clean a Rabbit
Having a dirty bottom and/or urine scald can lead to serious problems in rabbits, such as skin infections and fly strike.
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How to hold a Chinchilla safely
A guide to how adults and children should safely handle chinchillas.
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Weird things rabbits do
Our bunnies can bemuse us with their strange behaviour. Our vets answer 7 common questions about the odd things our furry friends do:
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Drooling in Rabbits
Healthy rabbits don’t drool/dribble - if you notice your rabbit drooling, it’s likely that something is wrong. Often, the drooling itself isn’t obvious - keep a look out for wet fur and hair loss around their mouth and chin.
