My dog, Aiko, has been experiencing ear infections, swollen and hard abdomen, and possible thyroid issues. Bloodwork was done, and the vet suspects low thyroid and possible Cushing's disease. What are the possible causes and next steps for her condition?

March 29th, 2024

About 4 oz of iced coffee with creamer was ingested by one of four mini dachshunds, but it's unclear which one. The dogs are Mage (10 years old, 18 lbs, history of seizures), Jesse (8 years old, 18 lbs, history of heartworms), Laci (4 years old, 10 lbs), and Heidi (6 years old, 11 lbs). The creamer does not contain artificial sugar xylitol. The dogs are fine this morning with no issues. What concerns should be addressed regarding the ingestion of iced coffee with creamer?

May 30th, 2024

I have a 9-week-old American Bully Terrier mix puppy who was treated for a tapeworm. After the treatment, he became lethargic, has a decreased appetite, pale gums, and dark, solid poop. Can I feed him canned food or mix his dry puppy food with canned puppy food, and is it normal for him to sleep a lot? Can I also feed him milk like almond milk?

July 26th, 2023

My 5-year-old Chihuahua named Pebbles won’t drink water or void, and she isn’t eating. She seems okay otherwise, but we are in a place strange to her. What should I do?

August 12th, 2024

A 5-year-old mini dachshund named Molly has high red blood cell counts (RBCs). A physical exam shows no obvious issues, and the owner is considering an ultrasound for tumors. The owner also suspects polycythemia. What is the prognosis and what additional tests should be considered?

January 4th, 2024