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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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Sky
SkySky's storyWhen Sky's owners noticed her stomach begin to swell, they knew that something wasn't right. Sky the Staffie, from Manchester, is lucky to be alive after she developed a potentially fatal womb infection. Sky was rushed to PDSA at death's door and needed urgent life-saving surgery after the charity's vets found her infected womb weighed 2.5kg (5.5lb) equivalent to nearly three bags of…
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Puppy diet and behaviour
From the moment your puppy first comes home to when they’re fully grown, your four-legged friend relies on you for the right nutrition, socialisation, and behavioural guidance.
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Canine communication: recognising stress in your dog
Our dogs tend to tell us how they are feeling through their body language, but sometimes it can be easy to miss the signs. We’re looking at how Kendal Shepherd’s ladder of communication can help owners.
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What to do with your cat when you go on holiday | PDSA
Ensure your cat’s wellbeing with our extensive guide on what to do when you go on away.
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Vet Q&A: Can pets catch Coronavirus?
What does Coronavirus mean for our pets? We’ve been answering some of your questions!
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Vet Q&A: taking care of your pet during lockdown
With the recent announcement from the government about staying at home, we know a lot of people have concerns and questions. Our vets have been answering some FAQs.
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Hair loss (alopecia) in rabbits
Fur loss (alopecia) in rabbits usually appears in patches and depending on the cause often comes with a variation of other symptoms.
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Winner of PDSA Pet Fit Club 2017
‘Top dog’ unveiled in national pet slimming competition.
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Stress awareness month
Just like us, our pets can also struggle with stress or anxiety, so this stress awareness month we’ve put together out top tips on spotting pet stress and how to prevent it.
