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Keeping your guinea pigs cool in the summer: dos and don’ts!
Here's our top tips for keeping your guinea pigs cool in summer, including how to recognise the signs of heatstroke and advice for hydration and grooming.
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Low-cost ways to care for your pet
While the benefits of owning a furry friend seem to be endless, the reality is that caring for them over their lifetime can cost more than we may imagine.
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Toilet training your puppy
Toilet training takes time and patience but following these tips can help your dog learn the ropes.
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Demodex mites in dogs
Demodex causes red, crusty skin, hair loss and a scaly coat, worst around the eyes and feet. Demodex is normally quite simple to diagnose but treatment can be challenging.
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PAW Report a decade on – the UK’s largest pet wellbeing survey marks milestone year
PDSA warns of worrying rise in obesity and deepening behavioural problems in the face of Covid-19.
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Pets in lets: Top tips for renting with pets
We’re undoubtedly a nation of pet lovers, with our 2022 PAW Report findings showing a whopping 52% of UK adults own a pet. Despite this, many tenants are still faced with the challenge of finding a home that will welcome their furry family members; in 2020, only 7% of landlords advertised their property as suitable for pets (GOV.UK). Finding it too difficult to secure pet-friendly accommodation, many pet owners are left with no choice but to give up their four-legged friends - a truly heart-breaking outcome.
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A monthly gift to PDSA will save lives
Every pet deserves a chance. As little as £2 a month will make a huge difference.
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The most unusual PDSA Medal recipients of all time
Since the inception of our PDSA Animal Awards programme in 1943, we’ve had the privilege of recognising amazing animals of all shapes and sizes for their incredible bravery and devotion to duty.
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Urine and bladder problems in dogs
There are several different urine and bladder problems that can affect dogs and can cause symptoms such as difficulty peeing, incontinence and increased thirst.
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Police Dog awarded animals' George Cross
A courageous Police Dog, who was brutally slashed eight times has been awarded the PDSA Gold Medal.