I have a 14-year-old corgi named Smudge who has been experiencing chronic skin infections, including bacterial infections and now a yeast infection in his ears, as well as new sores under his arms. Despite treatment, the infections keep recurring. What could be causing these persistent infections, and what can be done to help Smudge?

August 26th, 2024

My 18-month-old rottweiler, Amber, has 2 swollen lower nipples. She recently had two puppies and allowed them to suckle for a few minutes. She's not complaining but has been off her food, which suggests discomfort. What can I do for her over the weekend before taking her to the vet on Monday?

June 13th, 2024

Our border terrier, Cruiser, is taking cefpodoxime 50mg for a lick granuloma. He has vomited the last two mornings and it's difficult to get him to eat. I don't want to give him cefpodoxime on an empty stomach. Would Pepto Bismol improve his appetite? Additionally, Cruiser has a flat, subcutaneous, semisolid structure on his foot that may be causing irritation, leading to excessive licking and chewing. Dead skin is peeling off and stuck in his fur over a larger area than the previous infection. Is this normal, and does it suggest a secondary fungus infection?

May 23rd, 2023

My dog Gucci has elevated calcium levels in her blood results. My vet is concerned and has taken X-rays, which did not show any tumors. What could be causing the elevated calcium levels, and what further tests or specialist consultations should I consider?

July 4th, 2024

My 8-month-old Cairn Terrier, Makaira, chewed the top off a small tube of Aveda stress-fix body lotion before I could stop her. If she consumed some of the lotion, will it hurt her?

August 25th, 2024