My dog, Maisie, a 4-year-old Cavalier King Charles spaniel, has an irritated and swollen rectum. She has been licking and scooting, and I gave her a puppy aspirin with cheese this morning. What could be causing this and what should I do?

June 15th, 2024

My dog, a five-month-old mini Aussie doodle weighing about 20 pounds, has been experiencing frequent, bloody diarrhea since this morning. She has vomited once, and while she is not acting weak, she struggles when trying to defecate. Should I take her to an emergency vet?

December 3rd, 2024

My dog, Harlie, a mixed breed (American staff terrier and sharpei) aged 8, has vomited 5 times over the last 10 hours, had one hard stool, and is refusing her usual boiled chicken and white rice. She seems more tired than usual and her stomach feels bloated but she doesn't seem to be in pain. What could be causing this and what should I do?

July 14th, 2023

My 7-year-old pug, Pickles, has been having diarrhea for the past few days and was vomiting a few days prior. The vomit contained food, and the diarrhea was liquid, brown, and had pieces in it. Pickles has been eating fine and recently had a check-up. What could be causing these symptoms and what can I do to help her?

November 1st, 2023

My dog, Polo, who is 1 year old, has been shaking his head for about an hour. His ears look clean and there is no coughing, limping, or drooling. What could be causing this and what should I do?

August 23rd, 2023