2. What does PDSA do ? We care for the sick and injured pets of people in need…. PDSA is a veterinary charity. … and teach people about looking after their pets.

3. About PDSA PDSA was founded in 1917 by Maria Dickin CBE. The first PDSA vets was in London. Today PDSA has 48 PetAid hospitals across the country. PDSA treats over 8,800 pets every working day. As well as treating sick and injured pets we teach people about how to look after their pets and about the Five Welfare Needs.

4. To be protected from pain, suffering, injury and disease. The five things all animals need are: The right environment to live in. A suitable diet. To show normal behaviour. The right companionship. What do pets need ? The symbols featured are subject to Crown Copyright protection and are reproduced with the permission of the Welsh Ministers. As part of the Animal Welfare Act 2006 there are five welfare needs that have to be met by anyone responsible for the care of an animal.

5. The Pet Protectors website News Fundraising Competitions www.pdsa.org.uk/petprotectors Games Pet care information Videos This is our website for kids who love pets Here you’ll find: