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Animal poison line
Animal PoisonLineSupporters of PDSA Pet Survivor 2018 ‘Animal PoisonLine (APL) was started in 2017 and is run by the UK’s only animal poison centre. It is a 24 hour triage service for pet owners who need advice if they believe their pet has been in contact with something harmful. The owner will be told whether to expect any symptoms and if a visit to the vet is needed. The team answering the…
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PDSA statement on microchipping
An interview on BBC Breakfast this morning about cat microchipping wrongly stated that PDSA provides free microchipping to eligible pet owners.
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Vet Q&A: Why is my dog licking their paws?
You’d be surprised at how many cases we see of dogs biting or licking their paws – especially in summer and autumn. The problem is, there can be so many different reasons for it, ranging from allergies and insect bites, to boredom.
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Download your FREE 5k Training Plan
Looking to get running but don't know where to start? Download PDSA's free 5k training plan to help you get ready to run in just four weeks.
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Goods Donations - what can I donate?
Be a pet super heroand fill our donation bags with unwanted itemsGive to our shops and by post Could you be a super hero for poorly pets? Donate your 'pre-loved' items to our high street charity shops and you'll be helping sick and injured pets get back on four paws. Our shops accept all sorts of donations: Clothing Shoes and accessories Toys and games Books Homeware You can also donate stamps,…
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Mastiff
Mastiffs are gentle giants – calm, good-natured dogs that tend to get on well with everyone. As with all breeds, early socialisation is important to ensure they grow up into confident, sociable dogs.
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Vet Q&A: How do I cut my dog's nails safely?
Maintaining your dog's nails is a vital part of taking care of their health and wellbeing. Many dogs will need them trimming from time to time, so it's important to know the benefits of keeping them trimmed and recognise when they need doing.
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A ‘paw-some’ pensioner from Sudbury has dedicated a quarter of a century to helping pets in need as she marks 25 years of volunteering for leading vet charity PDSA.
A ‘paw-some’ pensioner from Sudbury has dedicated a quarter of a century to helping pets in need as she marks 25 years of volunteering for leading vet charity PDSA.
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Heart Health
We all know that having a healthy heart is important to leading a longer life - the same is also true for our pets. Here are some tips from our vets to help ensure your pet’s heart never misses a beat.
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Vet Q&A: Will neutering really calm my dog down?
Dogs can be energetic depending on their age, breed and how much exercise they are getting. We're taking a look at whether or not neutering can help 'calm' a dog down.
