Our dog is very itchy, chewing the tip of his tail, and has very little fur on his underside with pink skin. He has been eating Purina sensitive food but recently spit up grass. He has a history of being insecure and nervous due to a traumatic early life. What could be causing his symptoms and what can we do to help him?

April 8th, 2024

My dog, Penny, a 6-year-old Beagle-Boxer mix, won’t let me touch or trim her nails. She had a bad experience at a groomer and now gets anxious. How can I safely and effectively trim her nails without getting bitten or having her jump?

June 25th, 2024

My dog, Luna, was stung by a bee an hour ago. Her face is swollen and she is panting, but her gums are fine. What are my next steps?

December 8th, 2023

My mixed dog, Sadie, has severe furuncles on her feet, causing pain, lack of appetite, dehydration, shaking, nasal discharge, and vomiting. She has a vet appointment on Monday, but her condition has significantly worsened this week. Should I take her to an urgent care or wait for her scheduled appointment?

May 27th, 2024

My Yorkie cross, Dexter, ate 380 mg of magnesium about 30 minutes ago. He is about 7 lbs. Should I make him vomit, and if so, how? He is 3 years old and has no health problems.

October 26th, 2023