Our dog is 11 and has been experiencing hip issues, now unable to stand or move his hind legs and is in pain. Can I give him my tramadol to dull his pain until we can get him to the vet tomorrow? He weighs 80-90 lbs and I'm unsure of the correct dosage.

October 2nd, 2023

My 9-month-old dog has been retching as though he was going to be sick, but nothing comes up. I checked his mouth, and there's nothing there. He's eating, drinking, and behaving normally otherwise. What could be causing this, and what should I do?

September 1st, 2024

My 9-year-old dog, Yellow Lad, is experiencing hip and sharp knee pain at times. She tries to run from the pain and dislikes the taste of Cosequin. What can I do to help her pain?

September 15th, 2024

My 8-year-old bichon was groomed yesterday and since then, she seems to be in a lot of pain. She has no visible marks, but she won't go up or down stairs, hardly walks, whimpers, hasn't eaten, and is generally unresponsive. She cries out briefly when picked up from beneath, but I can't figure out what is hurting her. Her limbs and feet work fine. What could be causing her pain and what should I do?

October 1st, 2023

What is the significance of meth-resist coagulase negative staph spp and enterococcus colonies found in a vaginal swab of my dog, and should they be treated? Additionally, how common are these pathogens in female dogs, and what are the signs of overt infection or disease in female dogs?

October 21st, 2024