Sam, a ten-year-old German Shepherd rescue, has been with us for almost a year. She is very well-mannered and obedient at home and with visitors, but she aggressively goes after anyone outside the house, yard, or car. She recently bit a Cal Trans worker when she got away from my husband at a cafe patio. How can we address and modify her territorial aggression?

January 27th, 2023

My dog, T'Challa, an 8-month-old chocolate lab, just returned from a 5-day boarding and is showing symptoms of sniffling, runny nose, and sneezing. He is eating normally and has no skin irritation. What could be the issue and what should I do?

April 20th, 2024

Hi there! My 1-year-old Shih Tzu, Olivia, choked on a treat and I had to use my fingers to remove it, causing her to gag and vomit. She returned to normal behavior immediately after, but I'm concerned about traumatizing her. Is she okay if she's showing no signs of discomfort?

December 20th, 2024

How can I tell if my dog has kennel cough or trachea collapse, and what home treatments are available if my dog is old, stubborn, and not friendly with the vet?

December 29th, 2024

I have a Borkie named Max, age 5. He is reluctant to run up and down stairs, won't jump down, and starts panting. He also shakes intermittently and is less playful, allowing us to touch his tail more than usual. What could be causing these symptoms and what should I do?

March 21st, 2024