Is metronidazole recommended for a 6-year-old German Shepherd mix named Harley with suspected pancreatitis and hemorrhagic enteritis, given that he has 'strawberry jam'-like feces, mild abdominal tension on deep palpation, normal TPR, HR between 100-120, and no signs of sepsis? Additionally, Harley is currently on IV fluids and has a mild stress leukogram on CBC, and has been switched from Royal Canin GI low fat food to Purina ProPlan Sensitive skin and stomach.

March 17th, 2024

My cockapoo threw up once yesterday, had diarrhea this afternoon, won't eat, is very restless, and stretches her back legs out when she stands up. She has hip dysplasia and is on Gabapentin and dasaquin. What could be causing these symptoms and what should I do?

July 23rd, 2023

My 9 1/2-year-old Standard Parti Poodle, Chloe, has been diagnosed with Canine ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis) or a related myopathy. She was very active but now has significant hind leg instability, frequent falls, fast and shallow breathing, blindness, and her heart has shrunk in size. What is the prognosis and are there any treatments to maintain her quality of life?

August 5th, 2023

I came home to find a huge white pile of dog poop or some white-looking organ on my couch. It has dog hairs all over, so I assume my dog pooped it or vomited it. I have pictures and need confirmation. Did my dog eat anything unusual, and what should I do about this?

September 18th, 2024

Our new puppy, Ruff, is vomiting at night about four hours after being asleep. He does not vomit during the day, acts normal and energetic, and has slightly loose stool that is improving. He is three months old, recently started vaccinations, and was treated for small ticks with a topical medication. What could be causing this nighttime vomiting and what can we do to help him?

May 11th, 2023