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My dog, Bubba, a Shihtzu around 15 pounds, has been showing signs of a possible spinal injury. He has been constipated, not wanting to walk, shaking, and acting like his back is hurt. He also started walking backwards and tried to bite when picked up, indicating pain. He was accidentally kicked yesterday but the injury doesn't seem severe enough to cause this. He hasn't had much of an appetite and smells bad due to severe flea allergy. What could be causing his symptoms and what should I do?
February 6th, 2024
My dog, Rocky, a rescue husky mix, has a red and excoriated left ear that just started two days ago. Last week, he was seen by a vet for bloat and was given probiotics. What could be causing his ear issue and what can I do to help him feel more comfortable?
November 30th, 2024
My 8-year-old dog, Charlie, has been throwing up after drinking water, even when regulated. He has a swollen liver, elevated ALKP and ALT levels, and elevated WBC. He has been on Denamarin and Metronidazole since leaving the hospital. He eats in small portions and throws up water if he drinks more than a few ounces at once. What could be causing this and what should I do?
June 6th, 2023
My dog has arthritis and stomach discomfort/acid reflux. She is on gabapentin 100mg once or twice a day. Is it safe to give her 200mg occasionally when I feel she may be in more discomfort, considering she is 12 lbs and 8 years old?
November 21st, 2023
How does a vet determine if an elderly dog has cancer, and should the diagnosis be confirmed by sending the specimen to a lab and the x-ray to a radiologist?
April 12th, 2024
My 10-year-old Norwich terrier, weighing 13 lbs, may have eaten a multivitamin that dropped on the floor. What should I do?
January 31st, 2023