My 4.5-month-old dog, Ruby, is excessively locking the floors, trying to puke, running around like a crazy dog, and eating grass. I've checked her throat with fingers, gave her water, and tried giving her a spoon of peanut butter to see if it would help her throat. She also has a new toy from the store. What could be causing this behavior and what should I do?

April 23rd, 2023

My English lab, Debbie, swallowed a vitamin D soft gel containing 125 micrograms (0.125 mg) and a prenatal vitamin. She weighs 37 pounds and is 6 months old. Has she thrown up since eating the vitamins? What should I do?

February 27th, 2024

Hi Dr. Perry, this is Cynthia again with Coby the Boston Terrier. I was in communication with you a few days ago regarding a protruding bulge underneath his anus, which has now been confirmed as a perineal hernia. The vet said it's just fat at the moment. The next step is to schedule a consultation with an emergency clinic that specializes in this, but they are booked for another month. My fear is that he may encounter complications during and/or after surgery since it's been present for a few months now. Do you think he'll experience any complications?

January 27th, 2024

My dog, a mixed breed under 25 lbs, has sudden swelling on her face and neck. She doesn't appear to be in pain and there are no visible bite marks or wounds. What could be causing this and what should I do?

December 19th, 2023

My mini schnauzer, Stella, has hives after going to the groomer. She's been scratching and licking since we got home. She also had a minor incident with a mouse yesterday but was fine this morning. Can I give her Benadryl, and what should I do about her hives?

October 10th, 2024