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BBQ safety for pet owners
There's nothing better than having a barbecue with friends and family during the great British summer, but all those tempting treats and burning hot equipment can be a real danger to our precious pets.
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Tail meaning: What your pet’s tail is trying to tell you | PDSA
Discover the real tail meaning behind your pet’s movements! Find out how dogs and cats use their tails to show how they’re feeling, keep their balance, stay warm, and express affection.
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Ruffin's story
Biscuit's story Two-year-old Jack Russell crossbreed Biscuit has made a full recovery, thanks to PDSA, after cheekily eating a potentially fatal amount of dark chocolate when her owner's back was turned. Biscuit’s owner, Carolyn, was extremely worried when Biscuit managed to get her paws on her son’s chocolate treat. She knew human chocolate could be dangerous to dogs, and was devastated at the…
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Gastric Dilatation Volvulus (GDV) in dogs
GDV ‘Gastric Dilatation Volvulus’ means a stomach that has bloated and twisted. GDV is a painful, life-threatening emergency that often develops over the period of just a few minutes.
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Vet Q&A: Is my dog is panting too much?
Knowing whether your dog is panting too much can be difficult, but it’s important to know when the signs may be pointing to something more serious.
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IVDD/slipped disc in dogs
Intervertebral disc disease (IVDD) is a condition that causes the intervertebral discs (cushions between the backbones) to lose their sponginess, become hard and fragile, and sometimes slip out of place.
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Nels' story
PDSA vets have provided life-saving care for a ten-year-old Border Collie named Nels after he ingested a foil packet of tablets.
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Drooling in cats
Drooling in cats can be completely normal, and some cats do it as a response to being happy and relaxed. However, excessive drooling, or a sudden change in drooling habits can be a sign of an underlying health problem.
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Head tilt in dogs: causes and when to contact your vet | PDSA
If your dog’s head is tilted to one side, there may be an underlying medical reason. Read our guide from PDSA vets to discover what can cause a head tilt
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Coughing in Dogs
There are many different causes of coughing in dogs – some mild and some more serious.
