My 9-year-old black lab/Springer spaniel, Molly, is having trouble using her back legs, acting skittish, and is hard to wake up. This is the first time this has happened. What could be causing this behavior and what should I do?

October 2nd, 2024

I have a 14-year-old dog named Marcus who was diagnosed with Vestibular Disease. He has been showing signs of age, such as slowing down and difficulty with stairs, but was alert and eating well until he suddenly started staggering and falling, with a tilted head and shifting eyes. He has not attempted to walk since then, is drinking water but eating very little food, and has been on Dramamine and Amoxicillin. Despite some initial signs of improvement, he never regained the ability to walk and will be euthanized today. I am seeking advice on whether to postpone euthanasia and if there is any chance of him walking again, considering his severe case of vestibular disease and his age.

August 31st, 2024

My 18-week-old puppy ate about 3/4 of a Smucker's grape jelly sandwich 4 hours ago. The puppy has not vomited or had diarrhea. How toxic is Smucker's grape jelly to puppies and what can I expect? Should I go to an urgent pet vet?

March 31st, 2023

My dog, Dolla Bill, a high-energy mini schnauzer mix, has been experiencing pain in his sides, specifically the muscles around his spine, after walks. He yelped when I touched his sides, but the vet couldn't find anything wrong. They recommended gabapentin for pain relief. Dolla Bill's energy is down, and he can't jump as high as he used to. Is this normal, and what should I do to help him?

January 31st, 2024

My 5-month-old Rhodesian Ridgeback, Duke, is shaking, can only half stand, and threw up what looked like diarrhea. He disappeared for a few hours and won't drink water. What could be causing this and what should I do?

October 16th, 2024