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How to: Record a resting respiratory rate
This guide is to help you if you need to record your pet’s resting respiratory rate (how many breaths your pet takes each minute while resting or sleeping).
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Weird things cats do
Scratching like this can be very frustrating for owners, but it’s a normal part of cat behaviour, and they’re not doing it to wind you up!
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1.4 million pets have piled on the pounds over lockdown
PDSA are launching our #WeighUp campaign, which offers online videos and a free downloadable guide to help owners get their pets in shape.
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Dog Diarrhoea
Diarrhoea is very common in dogs and mild cases usually pass within a couple of days. Find out when to contact your vet and how you can care for your dog at home.
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My dog isn’t eating properly
Appetites do vary between dogs but if your dog’s eating habits have changed it’s often a sign of a problem.
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Kevin the cat suffers metal poisoning after swallowing 5p coin
A ginger cat has been saved by our vets after swallowing a 5p coin which left the poor puss with suspected metal poisoning.
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Your cat's body shape
Cats need to be at a healthy weight to live their best lives, so it is essential that owners keep a close eye on their pet’s shape and weight.
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Thousands of pet owners face Christmas heartache again this year
We're warning about the potential dangers faced by pets this Christmas after our research shows one-in-ten pet owners have made an emergency trip to the vets over the Christmas period.
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How to keep your pets safe from toxic cleaning products
Our pets are curious characters and quick to explore anything and everything their paws can get hold of - unfortunately, this also includes the things that can harm them. If your pet ever comes across a cleaning product, their inquisitive nature means they probably won’t hesitate to have a sniff or even a taste.
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Tom Underwood, Graduate Vet
Join us as we catch up with Tom Underwood who tells us about his experience on PDSA’s graduate programme and his career since finishing.
