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DM 80
This year marks 80 years since the PDSA Dickin Medal was first awarded to acknowledge outstanding acts of bravery by animals serving with the Armed Forces or Civil Defence units. Our founder, Maria Dickin CBE, introduced the PDSA Dickin Medal on 2 December 1943, at the height of World War II. A tireless campaigner for animal welfare, Maria Dickin was determined to raise the status of animals in…
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Warrior
Warrior – PDSA Dickin Medal 66 “Warrior and General Jack Seely commanded three regiments of the Canadian Cavalry, leading the charge at some of the bloodiest and most infamous battles of World War I. Warrior’s Honorary PDSA Dickin Medal was awarded on behalf of all animals that served in the Great War.” Known to many as ‘The Horse the Germans couldn’t kill’, Warrior’s story is one of the most…
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White Vision
Warrior – PDSA Dickin Medal 66 “Warrior and General Jack Seely commanded three regiments of the Canadian Cavalry, leading the charge at some of the bloodiest and most infamous battles of World War I. Warrior’s Honorary PDSA Dickin Medal was awarded on behalf of all animals that served in the Great War.” Known to many as ‘The Horse the Germans couldn’t kill’, Warrior’s story is one of the most…
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Fundraise for the future
Fundraise for the futureJoin #TeamPDSA as we turn 100Fundraise for the futureWe’ve been saving pets and changing lives for 100 years - but we can’t continue without you. Our fantastic fundraisers are at the heart of what we do. The money you raise means we’re able to keep treating sick and injured pets across the UK. Every marathon mile, every muddy obstacle and every cake sale raises vital funds…
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Finn
PD Finn Finn's story When Police Dog Finn and his handler, PC Dave Wardell, were called to pursue a suspect in 2016, both of their lives changed. Finn proved himself to both brave and loyal when he was attacked by the suspect, apprehending them and protecting his handler who was also injured in the attack. Finn’s heroic actions earnt him the PDSA Gold Medal and he and handler PC Wardell have since…
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Download your FREE VJ Day e-books
Download our free e-books to remember some of the incredible animals who served in the war.
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Hair loss (alopecia) in dogs
Hair loss (alopecia) means bald spots, patchy fur or just thinning fur. Parasites, hormone problems and allergies are all common causes of alopecia in dogs.
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Read more miracle pet stories from PDSA ...
Read more miracle pet stories from PDSA ... Skittles – the miracle cat Skittles, the ginger tom cat, escaped death by a whisker when he was found impaled on a metal fence railing. It's thought he could have fallen from a nearby balcony. He was rescued by the local fire brigade, who had to carefully cut the metal around his body to free him so he could be rushed to a local vet. With the metal…
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Seeing Practice FAQ
Seeing PracticeFrequently Asked QuestionsSeeing Practice FAQs So what would I see as a student? 1000s of cases. Any PDSA Pet hospital can proudly say that it deals with more trauma and medical cases than the average private practice. It’s exciting, busy and you’ll never be bored. You’ll see a huge range of surgical and medical procedures, some that you may not see in private practice. What would I…
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Helping pets adapt to post-lockdown routine
Changing routine can be unsettling for our pets. PDSA Scientific Officer and certified canine behaviourist, Rachel, gives her top tips on helping our pets adapt as we start to go out and about more.
