Last night I walked my 17-year-old border collie and she encountered maggots on the ground near a garbage can. She did not eat any of the material the maggots were on, but she might have eaten one or two maggots. Should I be concerned about her health?

February 2nd, 2024

My Schnauzer puppy, who is 2 months old and was vaccinated for parvo two weeks ago without complications, has developed diarrhea, possibly related to coccidia. He is active and happy but has more frequent diarrhea episodes, including one that was bloody. No veterinarian is available until Tuesday. What can I do to treat or help my puppy?

August 15th, 2024

How much bio-sponge should I give to my 50-pound dog, and can I use the bio-sponge intended for horses?

June 14th, 2024

Hello - I have a 6-year-old 44 lb mixed breed dog who had extracapsular surgery 11 days ago for a torn ACL. She jumped off the sofa and twisted her leg, but shows no signs of limping. Is there anything I can do to ensure the repair is intact, aside from taking her to the vet?

January 21st, 2023

My 9-year-old, 100-pound lab ate two plastic dipping sauce containers approximately 24 hours ago. He is eating, drinking, and defecating normally, but I haven't seen any sign of the containers in his stool. What should I do to ensure they pass safely, and when should I be concerned about potential blockage?

November 11th, 2024