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My 7-year-old Norwich Terrier woke up with 4 welt-like red bumps on his abdomen. They don’t seem to bother him too much but look bad. They almost look like exaggerated hives with a whiter raised middle. We are visiting Maryland and he has been running around outside much more than usual. Could it be an allergic reaction or bug bites, and what should I do?
June 23rd, 2024
My 3-year-old Shih Tzu, Leah, has been having seizures approximately every four hours over the past 36 hours. She is eating and drinking well, and the seizures last less than a minute. What could be causing these seizures, and should I be concerned about epilepsy or other potential issues?
July 17th, 2024
My 2-year-old French bulldog, Michelle, yelped in pain when picked up and flinches when touched under her rib. She is lethargic, lying down all day, and didn't poop today. She eats and drinks normally but seems to hurt when her legs shrink to lie down. What could be the issue and what can I do to help her?
August 2nd, 2023
My 12-year-old husky, Bear, suddenly couldn't stand up. His hind legs are fine, but he hasn't eaten or drank since yesterday. I took him to the emergency vet, who did blood work, an X-ray, and gave him three medications: an anti-inflammatory, a muscle relaxant, and codeine. He's now wobbly and doesn't want to lay down. What should I do to help him recover and ensure he can eat, drink, and go to the bathroom?
April 3rd, 2024
My dog, Dakota, a 7-year-old golden retriever with chronic allergies, has a severe habitual ear infection. She is currently on thyroid and anti-allergy medications but ran out of Apoquel 4 days ago. I have an ear cleaning solution from the vet that has not expired. Can I use this solution along with aspirin or another NSAID until I can get her to the vet on Monday? Her body weight is approximately 72 pounds.
January 27th, 2024
My 14 lb. Yorkie had a large 8 oz. stillborn pup this morning. It's been 5 hours, and I don't hear or feel any more pups. She is not pushing or breathing heavily but is nesting. Should I give her oxytocin, and if so, when is the best time to administer it after whelping?
October 22nd, 2024