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Winkie - Dickin Medal 1
Carrier pigeon, Winkie, received the first PDSA Dickin Medal from Maria Dickin on 2 December 1943 for the heroic role she played in saving the lives of a downed air crew.
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Degenerative Myelopathy in dogs
Degenerative myelopathy (DM) is a condition of the spine that causes a gradual paralysis of the back end. Symptoms include weak, wobbly back legs, incontinence and paralysis.
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Mammary (breast) problems in dogs
Mammary (breast) problems are most common in female dogs that haven’t been speyed.
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Caring for your new kitten
Bringing home your feline friend is a wonderful time, but taking the steps to make sure they get off to good start, and live a happy and healthy life, can seem like a daunting experience.
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How to stop cats jumping
Cats are curious animals who love to be up high because it can make them feel safer, which sometimes means they jump to places some people prefer they wouldn’t.
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Young Fundraisers
From five-a-side footy to a fashion show, or from a clothes collection to a battle of the bands, we have some fun, exciting and rewarding ways to fundraise for PDSA.
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Agility for dogs: how to get started
As we settle into the new normal, you might be thinking about teaching your dog something new. PDSA Vet Anna has all the tips on getting started with agility training.
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From PDSA Volunteer to Cluster Manager, meet Marc
After becoming a Store Manager at the Stafford shop in 2016, he is now a Cluster Manager, overseeing six shops across the Midlands and Staffordshire. We spoke to Marc to reflect on his time as a PDSA Volunteer and how it’s helped him transition into a full-time employee.
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Cushing’s Disease in dogs
Cushing’s disease is a condition caused by high levels of steroid in the body, normally produced in precise amounts by the adrenal glands.
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How dogs have changed in 100 years of breeding
A sausage dog’s long back. A Bulldog’s wrinkly face. A Bassett hound’s extra-long ears. These are the features that make a dog breed what it is…or are they?
