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How was your donation spent
It cost £2.4m to build the hospital that Manchester’s pets deserve. With seven consulting rooms, two operating theatres, a dedicated wellbeing hub and additional kennels.
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Who was Maria Dickin? Celebrating PDSA’s incredible founder
Today, PDSA’s founder Maria Dickin CBE would have been 150. We’re taking a look at who Maria was and why she decided to set up the People’s Dispensary for Sick Animals.
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Urgent appeal: a message from our Director of Veterinary Services
In this time of uncertainty, there are still thousands of people who rely on PDSA to help their pets in their time of need. Richard Hooker, PDSA Director of Veterinary Services, explains why we need your support more than ever.
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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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Permethrin toxicity in cats
Permethrin is a chemical used to treat fleas. It’s safe to use on dogs but is extremely poisonous for cats. Common symptoms of permethrin poisoning include drooling, acting strangely, twitching and fitting.
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Landmine Detection Rat receives animals’ George Cross
A landmine detection rat, whose work in Cambodia has transformed the lives of the country’s citizens, has been awarded the PDSA Gold Medal* for his life-saving bravery and devotion to duty
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Head tilt in a rabbit
A problem inside the ear or brain is the most common cause of a head tilt in a rabbit. This is because head position is controlled by the balance (vestibular) centre, which sits inside the ear/brain.
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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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Do cats need company?
Spot signs of stress in your cat and find out how to help them overcome it.
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Cat Stress
How to Tell if Your Cat is Stressed – and What to do About it
