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Welcome to your launch day! Welcome to the PetWise School Award journey! Here's an overview of the activities you'll be doing as part of this level. Remember, you need a minimum of 1000 points to pass each level. Assembly session (An Introduction to PDSA) - 200 points This session provides an overview of PDSA, the work we do and how we help. It also shares amazing stories of the pets PDSA has…
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Free school resources
Whether you're planning a new pet topic in school and want to find some free already planned sessions to lighten the workload or just looking for a one off Citizenship lesson, we're here to help.
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Third party puppy sales - our statement on the proposed ban
We support the proposed ban on third party puppy sales, but it can't solve all of the complex issues around puppy sales.
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Statement regarding Patrick the Pug
Concern over new Disney film fuelling demand for pugsThere are concerns that a new Disney film, Patrick the Pug, will fuel demand for the breed, which suffers from serious health and welfare problems. Animal welfare organisations are worried that past films featuring animals, such as terrapins (Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles), Dalmatians (101 Dalmatians), clown fish (Finding Nemo) and owls (Harry…
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PDSA statement on the increases to animal abuse sentencing
PDSA statement on the increases to animal abuse sentencing On 26 June a new legislation was announced which will see prison sentences increase for animal abusers. The new bill will see that offenders could face up to five years in prison, a significant increase from the current maximum sentence of six months. PDSA fully welcomes the proposed increase to the maximum sentences for those committing…
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Thamesmead Pet Hospital temporary relocation
Thamesmead PDSA Pet Hospital Proposed re-location PDSA is currently working closely with Greenwich Borough Council regarding proposed plans to temporarily relocate our Thamesmead Pet Hospital, as part of a wider development. If plans are approved, our service will be temporarily relocated just around the corner to Thistlebrook Industrial Estate. This would allow for larger, more modern facility to…
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Our position on the Dangerous Dogs Act (1991)
Our position on the Dangerous Dogs Act (1991) The benefits of pet ownership are many and having a dog can be an extremely fulfilling addition to an owner’s life. Any dog has the potential to display aggression and bite, resulting from both their genetics and the environment they are exposed to - breed alone is not a reliable predictor of behaviour. The fundamental premise of the Dangerous Dogs Act…
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Our position on the XL Bully ban
XL Bully Statement PDSA’s position on the Dangerous Dogs Act remains unchanged; breed specific legislation is ineffective because any dog can be aggressive. Since the Act was introduced 32 years ago, it has not resulted in a reduction of dog bites or human deaths. While we agree that urgent action is needed to protect the public from dangerous dogs, we’re disappointed to see the Government…
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A monthly gift to PDSA will save lives
deserves a chance. As little as £2 a month will make a huge difference to pets like Odin.
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A monthly gift to PDSA will save lives
Every pet deserves a chance. As little as £2 a month will make a huge difference.
