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My 10-year-old Bichon has an elevated ALT level (257) and needs ACL surgery. Is it safe to give NSAIDs for pain, and could they cause liver problems? Should the dog be anesthetized with such an ALT level? What are safer pain relief options, including herbal aspirin?
September 12th, 2023
My dog has a sore tendon. What can I give him as an anti-inflammatory?
March 16th, 2023
My dog has been on cephalexin for three days for a wound and has started vomiting. She has thrown up her food and even boiled chicken and broth. She has not eaten anything but water since 10:00 AM and has vomited yellow bile. My vet advised no food for 24 hours and to see if the vomiting stops. How long should I wait before taking her to an emergency vet if the vomiting continues? She seems to have an appetite but I have not given her food.
July 12th, 2024
My dog has an anterior cruciate ligament injury and we are waiting for an assessment under anesthesia. The recommended surgery, including a tibial plate and 6 weeks of rest, seems significant. What are the alternatives to surgery for him, considering he is a much-loved family pet and we want to make an informed decision?
October 30th, 2024
My 7-year-old dog, who has been in obedience training most of his life and has shown signs of not wanting to perform during trials for the past couple of years, starts out slow and lags through routines, with his ears down and an obvious dislike for the trial environment. What can be done to help him perform better in these situations?
July 6th, 2024
My dog ate approximately 12 cold relief zinc lozenges. Should I be overly concerned?
September 10th, 2023