Shams' story

PDSA vets have saved a nine-month-old kitten twice after she was hit by a car in the middle of the night and later developed a potentially fatal womb infection.

My dog has eaten something harmful

Curious dogs can get their paws on all sorts of things - food, bones, rubber toys, stones. Here's what to do if you think your dog has eaten something that might be harmful.

Yoyo and Scamp

Tobacco detection dogs Yoyo and Scamp have been awarded the PDSA Order of Merit for their devotion to duty and service to society for over ten years.

Flat-faced breeds: what you need to know

Dogs like these have become really popular but there hasn’t always awareness of the health problems they can have.

Life on three legs: helping your pet recover from amputation

With some care and support, three-legged pets can have a quality of life just as good as their four-legged counterparts.

Bowel Obstruction/Intestinal Blockage in cats

Cats don’t often eat things they shouldn’t, but occasionally curiosity gets the better of them and can lead to a blockage. String, thread, hair bands, rubber bands and tinsel are the most common items to cause a gut blockage in cats.

Mitzy's story

7-year-old Rottweiler cross Tinkerbelle was treated by PDSA vets for an abscess that had grown to the size of a tennis ball on her chin.

What to expect on your first day (and night) with a new puppy

Our vets give their top tips on taking care of your puppy for their first day (and night!) at home. Here's what to expect and how to help them settle.

Ilford PDSA Animal Cemetery

Vet Q&A: Can I walk someone else’s dog during lockdown?

With a lot of people unable to walk their dog during the COVID-19 pandemic, a lot of us may need to step in to lend a hand to family and friends. Our vets have put together advice to keep you and them safe.