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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.

  • Antibiotics for pets

    Antibiotics treat infections caused by bacteria. They don’t help with infections caused by other bugs such as viruses.

  • 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.

  • Urinary Incontinence in dogs

    Read our guide on urinary incontinence in dogs including causes, symptoms, and frequently asked questions. Written by PDSA vets.

  • USMI in dogs

    Does your dog leak urine? Especially when they are lying down? They could be suffering from USMI - a common cause of urinary incontinence in dogs. USMI is when the urethra (the tube that carries urine out of the body) becomes weak, and leaky.

  • Blocked Bladder in cats

    Having a blocked bladder (being unable to pee) is an emergency and can cause death if left untreated. Contact your vet for an emergency appointment if your cat is struggling to pee.

  • Joint supplements for dogs

    Joint supplements can help improve joint health in dogs with arthritis. They are given as a liquid, tablet or capsule and even added to some pet foods.

  • Bone cancer in dogs | PDSA

    Osteosarcoma is a type of bone cancer. Osteosarcomas are painful tumours that often first appear as hot, solid, tender swellings. They are most common in leg bones, but can affect any bone in the body.

  • 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.

  • Red Eyes and Swollen Eyes in Dogs

    Does your dog have red, swollen /inflamed eyes (commonly referred to as pink eye)? Many different conditions can cause redness and swelling in the eyes.