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My American Akita puppy, Pablo, is 9 weeks old and weighs about 20 lbs. He ate half a piece of prosciutto, and it's the first day we've had him home. He has been a little anxious and his breathing rate has been quite high since we got him home. Is this normal due to anxiety? Also, my friend is planning to look after Pablo on Friday, and he has a rescue dog who is 2 years old. The friend is not 100% sure of the vaccination records for his dog, but he's pretty sure his dog had his puppy vaccines but has not had a booster. Pablo has had his first vaccine already and is having his second on Friday. Is it wise for my friend to come puppy sit Pablo, even though his dog is in good health, due to the potential for viruses to be spread on clothes/shoes etc?
March 29th, 2024
My 19-pound, 6-month-old Border Collie/Dachshund mix, Rusty, ate a small piece of grape about 5 minutes ago. He is in good health with no ongoing diseases. Should I induce vomiting, and is he at risk from such a small amount?
November 11th, 2023
I just started my dog, Jazzy, 2 days ago on lasix for CHF and she is not peeing or drinking. She has been pacing all day and cannot lay down for more than a minute. What could be causing these symptoms and what should I do?
March 3rd, 2024
My 11-year-old spayed female Chihuahua, Hannah, has started being incontinent while sleeping about two weeks ago. I was considering hormone replacement therapy but need a prescription. My local vet can't see her until September. What can be done in the meantime?
July 10th, 2024
My dog, Leia, a pit lab mix, has been experiencing an ear infection for about 2 days. She is scratching and shaking her head, causing her right ear to become almost bald and raw. This is not the first time she has had an ear infection, as it happened about 6 months ago but seemed to clear up. What should I do, and is there anything else the vet should know?
March 10th, 2023
I have an 11-year-old Pomeranian named Princess who has been experiencing a croupy cough and coughing up clear foam, accompanied by a goose-like breathing sound. She has been a compulsive chewer and has had a slight cough off and on for about 6 months. Recently, she has been coughing more severely, especially when active or in hot weather. She has been eating and drinking normally in between these coughing fits. What could be causing this and what should I do?
May 15th, 2024