Dozer, an 8-year-old chocolate Labrador, was recently diagnosed with kidney issues and has been experiencing vomiting, lethargy, and weight loss. After a period of not eating, he has started to eat again but remains thin. Could Dozer be suffering from pancreatitis, and what additional information should the veterinarian know?

November 18th, 2024

My 12-year-old dog Lucy has started wetting our bed. This happened once last week, once earlier this week, and twice last night. She is scheduled to see her vet on Tuesday for a growth on the right side of her bum that she has had for months. Should I take her to the emergency vet if she has a UTI, USMI, or Diabetes Insipidus, rather than waiting for her appointment on Tuesday? She is eating, drinking, and seems to be her normal self, but she does pant at times and her breath has a noticeable odor, which is not normal for her.

May 18th, 2024

We have friends staying with us for a couple of weeks who brought an adorable 4-month-old puppy that was potty trained in their previous home but not in our home. The puppy has been peeing on our throw rugs and in several other places, despite having a large lined tray in the laundry room. How can we help the puppy adjust to our home for the next couple of weeks, especially when our friends move into a new apartment?

March 30th, 2024

My dog, a healthy 14-year-old Lab-Corgi mix, ate some Amdro fire ant granules and has been vomiting multiple times over the past two days. The abdomen feels soft and non-tender, and the dog seems otherwise fine. Is any special treatment needed?

June 30th, 2023

My 16-year-old Labrador, who has been diagnosed with arthritis and is on veterinary treatment, has had black stools for the past four days. What could be causing this change in stool color, and what should I do?

May 7th, 2024