My 12-year-old Shih Tzu named Rosie has congestive heart failure and is on Vetmedin and Furosemide. She has been experiencing heavy breathing and a distended stomach, along with a cough. The heavy breathing started again tonight, even though she was better after being prescribed the diuretic a couple of weeks ago. Should I increase the diuretic dosage, and is it safe to give an extra dose or half dose to relieve her symptoms until we can take her to the vet tomorrow?

October 31st, 2024

My dog, Scully, a red Staffordshire Bull Terrier, appears to be about to go into labor. She is restless, not eating much, and has heavy breathing. What can I do to help her with labor and delivery, and what should I look out for if she gets into trouble?

July 1st, 2023

My dog fell out of the truck window and tore the skin pretty deep on her hind paws. She's eating, drinking, and can walk on 3 paws. Should I wrap the wound, and what can I give her for pain?

May 15th, 2024

My dog, Charlie, a 12-pound, 18-week-old puppy, ate a piece of milk chocolate about 1 inch in diameter about half an hour ago. He has not vomited and is acting normally. Should I be concerned about chocolate toxicity, and is there anything I should do?

August 19th, 2024

My dog, Franky Vu, has been licking his paw and developing rashes, possibly due to a broken toe or a lick granuloma. The licking started in late October and early November. He has been on oral antibiotics and steroids, but the issue persists. What can I do to help him heal and manage his anxiety and stress?

November 8th, 2023