I recently found out that I have giardia, and I'm experiencing severe diarrhea. My dog doesn't show any symptoms, but could my dog be carrying giardia and infecting me? How can I prevent reinfection after finishing my medication?

September 25th, 2024

Is it more difficult to care for dogs today than it was 20 years ago, considering the increased worries and management needs for maintaining their health and activity levels?

December 12th, 2024

My 8lb chihuahua was attacked and badly injured, with a shattered right hip. The vet recommended surgery but we can't afford it. It's been 24 hours and he's eating and drinking but hasn't gone to the bathroom. What should I do?

October 22nd, 2023

We have a 6-year-old Springer Spaniel named Cookie who has had diarrhea for over 36 hours. The color is light chocolate brown with a few small specks of blood, and there has been no vomiting. She was last fed at 5pm EST the previous night, and her diet was recently changed to include Royal Canine Calorie Control. She is up to date on her shots, is drinking plenty of water, and her gums are pink. I have administered 1mg of Loperamide HCL. What suggestions do you have for a cure, should I give her another dose of Loperamide HCL, and how much? Also, does canned pumpkin help?

May 4th, 2023

A 10-year-old Shih Tzu with a collapsed trachea and a history of bladder stones is experiencing shaking, panting, pacing, and limited vomiting. What can be done to help her until she can be taken to the vet tomorrow?

May 29th, 2024