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From socks and slippers to necklaces and knickers – our pets sometimes eat the strangest of things! But why do they do this? What makes our dogs and cats think stones would make a scrumptious snack, or that toys will be a tasty treat?

PDSA Vet Nurse Nina Downing explains: "Pets eating things they shouldn't is more common than you might think. Most commonly pets swallow inappropriate...

Dear PDSA, my cat, Nala always finds tablets hidden in her food – how can I get her to take her medicine? Naomi

Hi Naomi, getting pets to take their medication is important but can be a challenge when you've got a clever cat like Nala. Depending on the medication, it may be safe to crush the tablet into her food, or there may be a liquid version available which might be easier, so do...

Dear PDSA, my partner and I recently adopted a dog together, a Crossbreed called Benny, and he's now our world. We love being pet owners, but after seeing many celeb break-ups in the news, if we one day ended our relationship, what would we do with Benny? Is there an agreement we could sign? Sonja

Hi Sonja, there is such a thing as a 'pet-nup'. It's a pre-agreed plan for what will...

As autumn brings colder, darker evenings, a tech expert from QR Code Generator is sharing one simple way pet owners can help keep their pets safe.

QR codes are two-dimensional barcodes that can be scanned with a smartphone camera. The technology is used in various industries, such as marketing, healthcare, and retail. But now, it’s also being used to help keep our furry friends safer...