Ben, an 8-year-old 8 lbs male poodle, has had a collapsed trachea for over two months. He was prescribed steroids but showed no improvement. He has gained weight, has difficulty walking, and makes a loud honking noise when trying to walk. What treatment options are available to make him more comfortable, and what financial considerations should be taken into account on a teacher's salary?

July 22nd, 2023

My dog, Dixie, a 4-year-old with known allergies and yeast issues, has been digging and eating her skin, particularly around her paws and ears, for a few weeks. She is also scratching her belly, circling to itch her butt, and her nose has been dry and warm. She seems lethargic and mostly wants to sleep. What could be causing these symptoms and what should I do to help her?

June 14th, 2023

My dog, Nala, a 3-year-old German Shepherd, has been experiencing pain all over her body, crying when she bends down or tries to jump, and has lost weight recently. She has been taking fish oil for about two weeks, but I stopped it today. She is not drinking more or less water than usual, but her appetite has decreased. She also looks sad and her left ear hurts. What could be causing her pain and what should I do?

June 30th, 2023

Our 9-year-old bichon Yorkie mix dog, Chito, has been experiencing red-colored poop, frequent diarrhea, and vomiting. He also has an issue with his front paw, which shows bone loss. What could be causing these symptoms and what should we do?

December 18th, 2023

Can humans get parvovirus from dogs, and can a vaccinated dog still get parvovirus? If a dog with parvovirus returns home, how can we ensure the other dog doesn’t get it again, and how should the house be disinfected, especially carpets?

May 23rd, 2024