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My 14-year-old dog, Tiny Jose, was diagnosed with congestive heart failure (CHF) and fluid in his lungs. He was prescribed enalapril, lasix, and vetmedin. He started coughing and had labored breathing. I'm worried about his condition and the effectiveness of the medications. When can I give him more lasix, and how can I tell if it's working? Additionally, I'm concerned about kidney failure and the correct dosage for a 3-pound Chihuahua. What should I do to help him?
June 4th, 2024
My dog, Cooper Ortiz, has an eye infection with white, sticky pus, red eyes, dry itchy skin, hair loss, and two soft cysts between his chest and stomach. What could be causing these issues and what treatment options are available?
July 30th, 2023
My 10-year-old Jack Russell Terrier female, Patchy, has been on metacam for about 2 years at the recommended dosage. Yesterday, she had bloody stool and vomiting. The vet's bloodwork showed liver enzymes at over 1000 and high kidney values. She also has pancreatitis. Will discontinuing the metacam bring the bloodwork values back to normal?
September 27th, 2024
My dog, Ellie, ate a piece of chocolate candy that is 45% cacao. She weighs 26 lbs and it was a small piece, likely less than an ounce. Should I take her to the vet?
January 10th, 2023
My yorkie mix has red flaky/crusty sores all over his belly, some large and some smaller. I've taken him to the vet and they gave me a solution to spray, which didn't help. The sores on his back have somewhat gone away, but those on his belly and under his pits on his front and back legs haven't. He's very allergic to fleas and has always had huge skin sensitivity. I've been treating it with a solution for wounds and hot spot solution. The areas aren't bald, and he licks them but doesn't chew on them. He sleeps through the night just fine without licking them etc. What could be causing this and what are the next steps to treat it?
May 26th, 2023
My dog hasn't been pooping and shows no urge to do so, despite not appearing constipated. She was diagnosed with a bowel infection and given Flagyl, but still hasn't had a bowel movement since Saturday. She eats and drinks normally, doesn't vomit, and urinates like usual. She also doesn't show signs of straining or urgency to go. What could be the issue and what should I do to help her?
December 18th, 2024