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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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The Relentless
The Relentless Date of Award: 2 December 1943 "For delivering a message under exceptionally difficult conditions and so contributing to the rescue of an Air Crew while serving with the RAF in February, 1942." Read Winkie's story Date of Award: November 1945 "For outstanding endurance on War Service in spite of wounds." Read Mary of Exeter's story Date of Award: August 1946 “This bird is…
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PDSA Director General
Jan McLoughlin is PDSA's Director General and has worked at the charity since 2001.
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PDSA Paws Forever Pet Tribute Garden
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Animal VC for heroic US Marine horse
A war horse that survived one of the bloodiest battles in modern military history, has today been awarded the PDSA Dickin Medal
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Whelping – a guide to your dog giving birth
If you have a pregnant dog, it’s important to be well informed and prepared for her whelping to reduce the chance of problems.
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Cherry eye in dogs | PDSA
‘Cherry eye’ is a condition in which the gland that produces tears in dogs pops out and sits in in the corner of the eye.
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Noise phobias in dogs
Dogs are very sensitive to noise and can hear much more than us. As a result, even quiet noises can be scary for them, and noise phobias are common.
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PDSA Policy Safeguarding
PDSA Policy Safeguarding Policy Statement PDSA is fully committed to safeguarding the welfare of vulnerable groups i.e. children and adults at risk. PDSA encourages a culture where people are easily able to speak up if they feel something is wrong. This policy, in conjunction with the associated procedures, enables anyone to easily report worries or concerns relating to a child or adult at risk,…
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Dog left extremely ill after contracting Lyme Disease from tick-bite
Lakeland Terrier cross Brad, from Somercotes, Derbyshire, became extremely ill after contracting suspected Lyme Disease from ticks on a hedgehog in his owners’ garden.
