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How dogs have changed in 100 years of breeding
A sausage dog’s long back. A Bulldog’s wrinkly face. A Bassett hound’s extra-long ears. These are the features that make a dog breed what it is…or are they?
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Animal VC for heroic British military dog
‘Incredible’ Mali receives prestigious PDSA Dickin Medal
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My cat has eaten something harmful
Keep anything that could be poisonous or cause a gut blockage in cats safely out of their reach.
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Saddle thrombus (aortic thromboembolism) in cats
A saddle thrombus is a blood clot that blocks blood supply to the back legs. Symptoms appear suddenly and include severely painful, paralysed back legs. A saddle thrombus is an emergency.
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Insect bites and stings in cats
Cats are most commonly stung around their face or on their paws. Most stings can be managed at home as long as the signs are mild.
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How To Give Your Dog A Pill
Having a good technique for giving your dog a tablet will make the process much less stressful for both you and your dog.
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Ear Cropping in Dogs
Ear cropping is a cruel and unnecessary mutilation that involves removing a dog’s earflaps to change how they look.
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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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Cataracts in dogs
Learn all about cataracts in dogs, including how to spot them, what causes them, treatment and prognosis. Written by PDSA vets.
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How to train your dog or puppy not to pull on the lead
Read our guide on how to train your dog or puppy not to pull on their lead while you’re out walking.
