My German Shepherd is turning 9 in July and is very healthy and at a good weight. Two weeks ago, I noticed her right back paw dragging slightly on the pavement. I took her to the vet, who ran tests that she passed and observed her walking without pain. They prescribed prednisone, but after reading about its side effects, I'm weaning her off it. I've noticed her back paw pad seems slightly larger than the other. She can still get on the bed and into my truck without crying. Do you think the vet overlooked something by prescribing prednisone too quickly? Any suggestions would be appreciated.

April 10th, 2024

How can we ensure that the dogs are flea free?

March 8th, 2023

I have a 10-year-old cocapoo. I am seeing what I think is blood in her stool, bright red. Any idea what may cause this? It doesn't happen all the time, just once in a while.

July 26th, 2023

Can my dog have hives? She was outside on Easter and seemed to get too close to a cactus plant. After bathing her, the condition seemed to worsen. Now, she has swollen spots from her neck to her butt, but she doesn't seem to be miserable. What could be causing this and what should I do?

October 9th, 2024

My dog just got a haircut and I noticed one of his moles on his belly was cut and he was bleeding a little. Is that ok? Also, since his haircut, he will not eat, drink or go to the bathroom as he normally does.

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