My 13-year-old male dog, Pippin, has been experiencing a strong and foul-smelling urine for the past three days. There is no blood in the urine, and he has been drooling more recently. He is a shepherd mix with anxiety, particularly separation anxiety, and has always been a lazy dog. His appetite remains good, but he is showing signs of aging. What could be causing this strong urine odor, and what should I do?

September 24th, 2024

My 10-year-old dog, who recently recovered from pancreatitis, is not interested in eating today. He drank water this morning, shows no signs of pain or discomfort, and his breathing and gums are normal. He was licking his lips at night but has stopped. He also has stitches from a lump removal and dental procedure a week ago. What could be causing his lack of appetite, and should I be concerned?

May 28th, 2024

Hi Dr. Scott, I'm updating you on Biscuit and her eyes. She had three doctors look at her, and they believe she has SARDS. We are taking her to an ophthalmologist this week to confirm, but they couldn't locate her retinas in either eye during the evaluation. Do you have any advice or tips for training Biscuit for blindness or helping her adapt more easily?

October 13th, 2023

My 4-year-old male neutered lurcher, Rueben, has started urinating on my curtains and in my daughters' homes. His urine smells strong, but my vet says it's normal. He also reacts aggressively to other dogs on the lead but is okay off the lead. What could be causing this behavior, and what can I do to address it?

February 6th, 2024

My dog, Scarlett, a 7-year-old spayed female, has a hot spot on her leg that I first noticed 2 days ago. She licks the area but does not scratch it, and there is no moisture or drainage. She hasn't seen a vet for a couple of years and is not on any medications. What could be causing this and what can I do to help her?

January 29th, 2024