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Hyperthyroidism in cats
Hyperthyroidism is a condition that causes one or both thyroid glands to become enlarged and overactive. The majority of cases are caused by harmless swellings.
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Dog Vaccines
Vaccination is an important way of protecting your dog against some serious diseases. Read our vet's advice on dog vaccinations and how they work.
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Ear Cropping in Dogs
Ear cropping is a cruel and unnecessary mutilation that involves removing a dog’s earflaps to change how they look.
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Rabbit neutering: castration and spaying guide
We recommend having your rabbits neutered to prevent unwanted pregnancies, behavioural issues and certain health problems.
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Roma's story
Roma, a seven-year-old Dachshund from Brighton, was diagnosed with diabetes in 2022 and requires regular medication to manage her condition.
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Choosing The Best Flea and Worm Treatments For Cats | PDSA
Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAID’s) are a group of medicines used to fight inflammation. They reduce high temperatures, heat, swelling and pain.
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Which pet should I get? Should I get a pet?
Check out our advice on the questions you need to think about before deciding to get a pet (and which pet to get!).
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Mastiff
Mastiffs are gentle giants – calm, good-natured dogs that tend to get on well with everyone. As with all breeds, early socialisation is important to ensure they grow up into confident, sociable dogs.
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Separation Anxiety in Dogs | PDSA
Dog separation issues, also known as separation anxiety, are common in dogs. Learn more from PDSA vets about symptoms, treatment and prevention.
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Saddle thrombus (aortic thromboembolism) in cats
A saddle thrombus is a blood clot that blocks blood supply to the back legs. Symptoms appear suddenly and include severely painful, paralysed back legs. A saddle thrombus is an emergency.