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Leptospirosis in dogs
Learn about leptospirosis in dogs, what symptoms to look out for, how it gets diagnosed, treated and how to help prevent it. Written by PDSA vets.
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Fleas on dogs
Fleas are tiny insects that live on dogs, cats and in your home. They are much more common in the summer months (April - September).
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Snake bites in cats
Read our vets' advice on what to do if your cat is bitten by a snake, the kind of snake it was bitten by, first aid for them and when to call a vet.
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Lyme disease in dogs
Lyme disease is an illness spread by ticks. It’s caused by a bacteria that is spread when a tick attaches to your pet. It can cause a variety of vague symptoms.
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Bladder infection (UTI) in dogs
Bladder infections in dogs, also called UTIs, are usually caused by bacteria and are more common in female dogs.
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Bloat (swollen belly) in dogs
Bloat (a swollen belly) is a medical emergency that is often caused by life threatening condition called a GDV. Call your vet immediately if your dog has developed bloat, especially if they are also trying to be sick.
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Cat bite abscesses
A cat’s claws and teeth are covered in bacteria, if they bite or scratch each other it’s very likely that an infection will develop.
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Cat flu
Cat flu has similar symptoms to human flu and can make your cat feel very unwell.
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Lily poisoning in cats
Despite being popular plants in the home and garden, lilies are extremely poisonous to cats. If your cat eats any part of a lily plant, they should see a vet immediately.
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Obesity in dogs
Vets estimate that nearly half of dogs in the UK are overweight! Being obese puts your dog at risk of health problems, and is likely to reduce how long they live.
