Puppy training can be extremely beneficial if started as soon as you bring them home. It not only helps to introduce good behaviour, but also allows you to spend quality time with your new pet. Most dogs will love learning new tricks as they get lots of praise and attention. ...

Winter months can be lots of fun for everyone, but it’s important to provide the appropriate care for your horse and be prepared for any hazards that the season might bring. With cold weather and dark nights, it’s important to ensure you provide the right winter care for horses. We...

In winter months, a lack of sunlight and spending more time indoors due to bad weather can result in something called Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). Just like us, pets can be affected by the loss of sunlight in winter. In fact, a study by the PDSA found that one-third of...

Have you ever wondered why it’s so rare to see a dog with blue eyes? Only around 5% of dogs have blue eyes, with brown being the most common eye colour. Although all dogs are beautiful, breeds with classic icy-blue eyes are particularly captivating. Blue eyes are striking, elegant, and expressive in a...

Autumn is a great time to get outside to enjoy nature with your four-legged friend. While walking your dog, it’s important to be aware of how to keep them safe. To help pet owners keep their dog's safe this autumn on walks, we share some top tips: Change walking routine With changes...

By Emma Purnell, RVN Cert.Nut Fancy Mice are fascinating pets to own, both active and fun to watch, but have specific care requirements. Fancy mice generally live up to 3 years which is a fairly short life span but still a significant commitment. They are very social animals and must live...

Although moulting in pets is natural, the amount of fur coming off your pet can sometimes seem never-ending! And with the seasons about to change, you may see even more fur around the house. Luckily, PDSA Vet Nurse Nina Downing is on hand to explain why and when pets moult...

Like humans, the majority of a dog and cat’s immune system resides in their gut. The gut is the largest immune organ in the body, which also digests and absorbs food. It is populated by trillions of bacteria collectively called Microflora, which support a dog or cat’s digestive function. The...

A recent study by researchers at the University of Lincoln has found that dogs commonly experience excitement (56%), anxiety (48%), and nausea (44%) when travelling in a car. The situation is worse in fuel-powered cars than in electric vehicles, with the study showing that dogs’ heart rates reduced significantly when they were...

During summer months, warm weather can often lead to thunderstorms. For some pets these can be stressful, due to the loud claps of thunder. Thunderstorms are a common reason for dogs or cats to become stressed and signs of this can include trembling, shaking, hiding, becoming more vocal and sometimes...