My 2.5-year-old goldendoodle has had hairballs twice in the past. Currently, he is not eating and is not his playful self. I am wondering if he has a hairball. He had an annual check-up with tests for parasites just 2.5 weeks ago, but during the past 10 days, he does not seem to be himself. Is there something I could give him that would help get rid of a hairball?

June 5th, 2023

I have been told there is a possibility my Silky-Yorkshire terrier mix may have pancreatitis. He vomited about 4 weeks ago (1-2 tablespoons of frothy light yellow emesis) and has not demonstrated to be in any distress. He has been on the same dog food for 2 1/2 years (Mr. Van Patten's) and he does not appear sick. Is this normal with even a tentative diagnosis of pancreatitis?

December 23rd, 2024

I applied Tea Tree Gel to my dog's skin a couple of weeks ago, and it seemed to calm her irritated skin, but I panicked and wiped it off. Now, I'm hesitant to use it again without proof that it was the cause of the improvement. My dog is currently on Benadryl and a special diet, and I'm trying to avoid using immunosuppressants like Atopica or Prednisone due to their potential side effects. Should I continue using the Tea Tree Gel based on the previous positive outcome, or should I wait for more conclusive evidence?

February 27th, 2023

Can you provide information about the overdose of flea and tick medication for dogs?

April 20th, 2024

Two days ago, while out hiking, our large mixed breed dog developed a large abscess on its muzzle. Today, it has multiple ruptures. We are on a return hike and still three days away from being able to access a vet. What can we do to help our dog until we can get to a vet?

January 2nd, 2024