I am considering purchasing a Chihuahua puppy that has alopecia. What should I know before making this decision, and is any treatment needed? How will this condition affect the dog, other than losing hair?

January 12th, 2024

I have a 13-year-old female mini dachshund named Lily. She was perfectly fine yesterday, but overnight, she lost her balance and collapsed, showing no strength to lift her head. She is not whining, indicating she may not be in pain. Her eyes stay focused straight ahead, and she doesn't respond to her name. She last saw a vet over a year ago and is not on any medication. What could be causing this sudden loss of balance and strength, and what should I do?

December 27th, 2023

I have a 20 lb American Cocker Spaniel named Polly, approximately 4 1/2 years old, who has been treated for severe diarrhea with metronidazole and amoxicillin and is near the end of her 5-day treatment. She is responding well but has recently started licking her rear in a near frenzied manner. I have given her a 20 mg pill of Benadryl with no relief and have gabapentin on hand. What could be causing this behavior and what suggestions do you have for relief?

February 16th, 2023

My 10-year-old dog, Lucy Lu Dainoff, started having diarrhea after we added a tablespoon of Hills prescription urinary care c/d wet food to her dry food. What can I do to help her and should I avoid giving her Pepto-Bismol?

February 16th, 2024

My 8.5-year-old dog, Beckett, has developed a deep dry cough that sounds like a hairball or an upset stomach. He has been licking his paw and didn't sleep much last night. He is drinking and eating as normal. What could be causing the cough and what steps should I take?

January 31st, 2023