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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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Lungworm in dogs
Lungworm infection is becoming much more common, and is now a risk to dogs across much of the UK. Your dog is at risk of catching lungworm if they eat slugs and snails (this often happens by accident while eating grass).
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Bowel Obstruction/Intestinal Blockage in cats
Cats don’t often eat things they shouldn’t, but occasionally curiosity gets the better of them and can lead to a blockage. String, thread, hair bands, rubber bands and tinsel are the most common items to cause a gut blockage in cats.
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Greyhound
Greyhounds have a strong chase instinct and are extremely fast runners.
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Abyssinian cat
Although the Abyssinian is an active cat with lots of energy, they are an easy breed to care for. They will happily entertain themselves with their toys but do enjoy interaction with humans too.
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PDSA vets save dog from killer parasite
A Staffordshire Bull Terrier from Bristol has been receiving long-term treatment from PDSA vets after contracting chronic lungworm.
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Vet groups and charities work together to tackle crisis
PDSA, alongside veterinary groups, RSPCA and Blue Cross have joined together to help ensure the UK’s animals are cared for during the coronavirus crisis.
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Devotion award for dog who saved stranded owner
A dog from Plymouth is the latest recipient of a prized devotion award from veterinary charity PDSA, for coming to her owner's aid.
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Pup nearly died from pill poisoning
Mischievous puppy, Monkey, had only been with her owners for a few weeks when a terrible misadventure left her at death’s door.
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Doberman saved by PDSA after suffering near fatal twisted stomatch
A Doberman puppy nearly died after developing a twisted stomach, also known as GDV (Gastric Dilation-Volvulus).
