My dog, Jasper, ate almost an entire strawberry-flavored candy cane about 20 minutes ago. He weighs 15 pounds and doesn't seem to be in pain. Should I be concerned, and is there anything I should do?

October 6th, 2023

My dog, Krista, who is about 20 months old, had trouble going to the toilet and was squealing. My husband noticed that her anus did not close up properly, but she seems fine now. What could be the issue and what should we do?

November 28th, 2024

My 4-year-old terrier, Holly, suddenly lost the use of her hind legs. She initially took small steps and by evening was faltering but could still walk. The vet diagnosed a dislocated hip but an X-ray the next day showed no dislocation, prolapsed disc, swelling on her spine, or infection. We live in rural Ireland and have no access to MRI for animals. The vet administered steroids and advised waiting. Holly has had diarrhea from the steroids and has a small appetite but is eager to move and eat from our hands. She has small flexing in her toes and tail but no weight can be applied. What could be causing this and what further steps can be taken?

February 11th, 2023

My 11-year-old dog had a splenectomy due to a tumor and now has inoperable tumors in his stomach and fluid in his lungs. He was vomiting and not eating, so the vet put him on prednisone, which stopped the vomiting and got him eating again, but now he has watery diarrhea and is weak. How long can he live like this, and how do I know when it's time to say goodbye?

April 26th, 2024

My son's dog, Melo, a 5-year-old Australian Shepherd weighing 32 pounds, suddenly doesn't want to stand or walk this morning. He was fine yesterday and acted normal. My son heard Melo moan twice during the night. There is no apparent wound. What could be wrong with Melo, and what should we do?

February 1st, 2024