My dog, a 5-year-old silver-haired Weimaraner named Leggy, has welts all over her body that come and go, sometimes in abundance. She is also shedding a lot and developing black spots. She is not itching or bothered by the welts, but she has kidney dysfunction due to leptospirosis. What could be causing these symptoms and what should I do?

June 15th, 2024

My border collie, Sadie, who is 5 years old, deaf, and possibly diabetic, suddenly has difficulty seeing. She might have ingested poison fertilizer from a neighbor's garden in June, which caused vomiting and high liver enzymes. Her eyes have also been running lately. What could be causing her vision problems, and what should I do?

November 17th, 2023

My dog, Aubie, a 4-year-old French Bulldog, has a recurring back problem. He pulled his back again this week, and I ran out of the prescribed tramadol. I still have acepromazine for sedation and carprofen (Vetprofen). Can I substitute carprofen for tramadol for tonight until I can get to my vet tomorrow?

September 16th, 2023

Belle is a 13-year-old spaniel with a painful left hip that doesn't function properly. She is currently taking glucosamine and experiencing weight loss, vomiting undigested food, and depression. What can be done to alleviate her pain, and can a brace help? Additionally, what should be done about her vomiting and loss of appetite?

June 23rd, 2023

My dog was neutered and the vet clinic failed to inform me about external stitches. The incision site is now infected with pus, and my dog is in pain and cannot bear to be touched. I have an E collar and medication for pain and antibiotics. Should I give a double dose of medication, try to reach my vet, or wait until Monday?

July 28th, 2024