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Duke VLM
DukeDuke's storyWe can only help sick and injured pets, like Duke, with the help of fantastic supporters like you. We've been running on this kind of support over the last 100 years and together we can achieve a world where no pet suffers needlessly.When Jack Russell crossbreed puppy Duke got his paws on a cold and flu sachet containing paracetamol, his owners knew something wasn't right. Nathan…
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Preparing your pet for an operation
It doesn't matter if it's a routine neutering or complicated knee surgery – knowing your pet needs an operation can be an upsetting and stressful time for anyone.
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Hypoallergenic pets: myths and facts
Sadly, people allergic to pets often struggle to have them in their homes or need a strict allergy management plan to live alongside their beloved pets.
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Could you spot a puppy farm?
Puppies bought from puppy farms are more likely to develop illnesses and have long-term problems with their behaviour later in life.
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Lucca receives PDSA Dickin Medal
A retired US Marine Corps dog who protected the lives of allied troops in Iraq and Afghanistan has been honoured with the PDSA Dickin Medal – the animal equivalent of the Victoria Cross.
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The PAW Report
PDSA Animal Wellbeing (PAW) ReportThe state of our pet nation
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Blindness in dogs
Depending on the cause, blindness can develop very suddenly, or very gradually. Most dogs are very good at adapting to gradual blindness and it can be surprisingly difficult to notice. Sudden blindness is much more obvious.
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Grass seeds in dogs
If your dog loves running through long grass, it’s important to check them for grass seeds afterwards. Grass seeds might look small and harmless, but can cause a great deal of trouble.
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PDSA Trustees
PDSA is governed by a Council (composed of Trustees) which approves all policies and major expenditure programmes within the charity.
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Vet Q&A: Why is my dog licking their paws?
You’d be surprised at how many cases we see of dogs biting or licking their paws – especially in summer and autumn. The problem is, there can be so many different reasons for it, ranging from allergies and insect bites, to boredom.
