About PDSA Pet Hospital - Cardiff
PDSA Pet Hospital Cardiff is a charity that helps pets in need by providing free and low cost veterinary treatments and medications for eligible pet owners.
To qualify for PDSA support you must be in receipt of benefits and live in the postcode catchment area of a PDSA Pet Hospital or Pet Care Scheme practice
Pet Hospitals provide free and low cost veterinary treatments and medications for eligible pet owners.
Pet Care Scheme practices offer eligible pet owners access to low-cost treatments.
PDSA Pet Hospitals
Free Service
To qualify for free treatments and medications, you must live within the postcode catchment area of one of our Pet Hospitals and be receiving at least one of the following benefits:
- Housing benefit (means tested)
- Council tax support (means tested)
- Universal credit with housing element The Free Service is only available for one pet per household. Any additional pets can be registered for the Low Cost Service.
Low Cost Service
To qualify for low cost treatments and medications, you must live within the postcode catchment area of one of our Pet Hospitals and be receiving at least one of the following benefits:
- Child tax and working tax credits
- Universal credit without housing element
- Pension credit
- Income support
- Job seekers allowance
- ESA – (Income Based Only) Employment Support Allowance
- Personal Independence Payment (PIP) / Adult Disability Payment (ADP)
- State retired pensioners who are householders living in council tax bands a – d The low cost prices are typically 20% to 30% lower than private veterinary practices. This can vary, depending on the treatment. There is no limit to the number of pets you can register for the Low Cost Service.
Pet Care Scheme
If you do not live near one of our Pet Hospitals, but you are receiving benefits, you may be eligible for our Pet Care scheme.
The Pet Care scheme is run with partner veterinary practices, allowing you to pay a small monthly amount to get access to low-cost treatments for cats and dogs, along with other help to keep your pet healthy.
To qualify for Pet Care Scheme you must live within the postcode catchment area of a participating practice and be receiving at least one of the following benefits:
- Housing Benefit
- Means-tested support with Council Tax
- Universal Credit with Housing Element
- Rate Relief (Northern Ireland only)
To find out more contact your local PDSA branch.
Part of PDSA
Animals we care for
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Cats
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Dogs
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Small Mammals
Facilities
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Client car park
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Disabled public access
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Open at weekends
Opening hours
- Monday
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- 8:30am – 8pm
- Tuesday
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- 8:30am – 8pm
- Wednesday
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- 8:30am – 8pm
- Thursday
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- 8:30am – 8pm
- Friday
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- 8:30am – 8pm
- Saturday
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- 9am – 2pm
- Sunday
- Closed
Reviews of PDSA Pet Hospital - Cardiff
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Meisha Pine
Google 22 January 2026
Last night we found our rabbit bleeding from his eyes and called PDSA they told us to bring him down to be seen straight away. He was seen as soon as we walked in, and the vet was very polite, and took him out back to check. Another vet then came in, told us what had happened and what they would do. When the first vet came back she told us some different things to the vet who just came in, and things were only cleared up because we asked enough questions. For example, the vet that “explained” what was going on failed to mention that there was no gut movement, and the other vet told us then that this is what they were most concerned about. While on the phone before we left to go the vet, they told us that there’s no fees but they expect a donation or “whatever you can afford”. At this point we were relieved as we didn’t have much money to spare. When we were then called at reception they gave us some lubricant for his eye and pain killers. They told us that he couldn’t have the pain killers until the next day, but told us that we needed to go and buy a certain food that he needed to eat as soon as possible (dissolved through a syringe). We were then billed almost £100 after being told on the phone that it was free and providing proof of our benefits. My mother who was at reception at the time (I had run to the car) expressed that she was quite concerned about paying considering that this food was going to also cost us £30+, money that we don’t have spare. The woman behind the desk replied “is he not worth that money?” We paid the bill but asked if they had any food on site that they could spare just one or two servings as we may not even get our hands on it at the shop either, and the same woman claimed that this was stealing if we didn’t pay for it. After some time she gave in and gave us one serving and we made our way back home. We gave our rabbit everything we were allowed to give him from the vet, and we woke up this morning and he hasn’t made it through the night. I understand that they can’t save every pet, but considering they made me pay for a pain killer and he didn’t even live long enough to take it. Our boy was in so much pain, and if there was such a high chance of him dying they didn’t offer us any type of euthanasia, and im trying not to believe that it was to get our last pennies from us.
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Susan Burston
Google 14 November 2025
All the staff were amazing from the receptionist to the vet - I had to accompany my Mother to have her dog Tootsie put to sleep - we were informed every step of the way and the vet and nurse were extremely kind and thoughtful. Both I and my Mother appreciated all the kindness that we and Tootsie were shown.
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Ceri Alm
Google 31 August 2025
If I could give 0 I would I know its a charity but what a let down . Absolutely disgusting vets Not only did I have to put my 12 year old dog to sleep But I wanted her cremated on her own to have her ashes back .they only cremated her with other dogs . Witch wernt my wishes. And not only that when I first rang them to get appointment she told me she was already on the system as deceased Really bad experience with cardiff pdsa Would never use them again Run free my girl 🐕 ❤️
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Gregg Watts
Google 26 July 2025
They were all brilliant, very polite. They helped us with our 12-year-old Bedlington terrier, making our pup feel comfortable whilst she was there. The vet took time to understand the issues that our pup is going through and explained what the next steps were for her. They're worth the donation for the service they provide. They're all very kind and empathetic people and will do anything to help.
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Clare Studley
Google 3 March 2024
I can't thank the staff here enough. We called in desperate need of an urgent appointment for our 8 month old french bulldog Martha-May. The reception staff were extremely helpful and very kindly booked us in straight away. From start to finish, the veterinary team was extremely attentive to Martha-May and could not do enough for her and us. All staff provided a professional and friendly service. We can not recommend the PDSA enough, and I would kindly ask for people to donate any old blankets or towels you may have as they are always in need of these items. Once again, thank you to all the staff of the PDSA cardiff.
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- Where is PDSA Pet Hospital - Cardiff?
- PDSA Pet Hospital - Cardiff is a veterinary practice in Cardiff, South Glamorgan. The full address, phone number and opening hours are listed on this page.
- Which animals does PDSA Pet Hospital - Cardiff list care for?
- PDSA Pet Hospital - Cardiff lists care for Cats, Dogs and Small Mammals. Call the practice to confirm current clinician availability for your pet.
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