Elaine Pendlebury
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Elaine Pendlebury has been a vet for over 30 years, and is currently Senior Veterinary Surgeon for Science and Welfare at leading veterinary charity PDSA

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Millions of Pets' Needs Are Being Neglected

(0) Comments | Posted 8 November 2012 | (23:00)

The UK is undoubtedly a nation of animal lovers, but last year our PDSA Animal Wellbeing (PAW) Report sadly revealed that many of our pets were not having their needs met. With the help of YouGov, PDSA surveyed thousands of pet owners, creating the largest report...

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Tackling the Growing Problem of Pet Obesity

(4) Comments | Posted 6 October 2012 | (00:00)

I've been a vet for many years, and sadly pet obesity is now one of the major issues affecting pet health in the UK. It's often unrecognised by pet owners, who may not notice gradual weight gain, or may simply regard a chubby pet as cuddly and well-fed. Yet, as...

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The Bravery and Devotion of Our Animal Friends

(1) Comments | Posted 11 September 2012 | (00:00)

As a vet, I've often been struck by the strong bond between man and dog. It is heartening to see pet owners make sacrifices to ensure their beloved pet receives the medical care they need to live a happy, healthy life.

But it's also important to recognise the reverse -...

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Owners Need to Take Responsibility to Tackle Dog Aggression

(32) Comments | Posted 2 July 2012 | (00:00)

An out of control dog can have potentially fatal consequences, so dog aggression is a serious issue that nobody can ignore. But what is really causing this problem and, perhaps more importantly, what can be done to solve the issue?

Firstly, let's get some cold, hard facts. PDSA's...

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Pet Obesity - Why Your Pet's Weight Is a Crucial Health Factor

(0) Comments | Posted 10 April 2012 | (00:00)

The bond between people and their pets is so strong that often it's difficult to resist those pleading eyes asking for food when we're eating our dinner. But have you thought about the consequences of your pet being overweight? How can you prevent it, and what can you do if...

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Why Your Christmas Dinner Could Poison Your Pets

(16) Comments | Posted 22 December 2011 | (23:00)

Our four-legged friends have become as much a part of the family as any human member, so it's understandable that we like to include them in the festivities. Many owners even admit feeding them a Christmas dinner. So what harm can it do?

Well as it turns out, quite...

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