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Dealing with dog adolescence and pups post lockdown
We’ve all experienced changes to our lives during the pandemic, and for some people this has meant bringing a new puppy home. One year on from the first lockdown, many of these pups will be reaching adolescence as restrictions lift. Here’s our advice for owners who are dealing with adolescent dogs and adjusting to life after lockdown.
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Weepy eyes in dogs
Weepy eyes can be caused by both harmless problems, or something more serious.
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Weepy eyes in rabbits
Your rabbit’s eyes should look shiny and clear. Weepy eyes are often a sign of a problem.
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Tear staining in dogs
Tear staining is brown, pink or red staining that runs from the corner of the eyes. It’s a very common problem, especially in white coated breeds.
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Mouth pain in rabbits
Do you think you rabbit might have a painful mouth? Have they been grinding their teeth, rubbing their face, eating less than usual? The most common cause of a painful mouth is dental disease; but there are many other possible causes.
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First aid for bleeding wounds
Quickly assess the bleeding, if your pet has a bleeding wound that is spurting bright red blood, they may have damaged an artery. This bleeding may be more difficult to stop so apply a firm pressure and go immediately to your nearest vets.
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First aid for broken bones
Broken bones are extremely painful and require immediate veterinary attention.If your pet has broken a bone, be very careful when moving them. They are likely to be in a lot of pain and may bite you if they are scared and hurting.
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Millions of cats and dogs facing the January blues
Many of us are left with January blues due to the cold weather, dark nights and post-Christmas cash-shortage. Now, our vets are warning that millions of UK pets face an equally tough time, suffering from loneliness, chronic stress and obesity.
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Toby's story
A severely injured cat called Toby has survived after needing emergency surgery to wire his jaw back together, thanks to PDSA.
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A day in the life at PDSA | PDSA
Whether it’s a Veterinary Nurse at our Pet Hospitals or a Shop Manager at one of our charity shops, every team member and volunteer works incredibly hard to keep people and pets together.
