My 11.5-year-old Doberman Pinscher has been experiencing loose stools, followed by watery diarrhea, weight loss, lethargy, and refusal to eat for about 3 weeks. An ultrasound ruled out a blockage, and the vet suspects IBD or lymphoma and recommends surgery for a biopsy. I'm concerned about the recovery from surgery, especially given his age and recent weight loss. Is surgery the only course of action, and could he starve to death if he continues to refuse food? Additionally, is there a chance of a missed blockage or other issues causing his vomiting and refusal to eat?

April 24th, 2023

My 50 lb border collie ingested a 54 mg sustained-release methylphenidate tablet 25 minutes ago and there are no vet clinics open until 8 am. What can I do to ward off the side effects?

October 31st, 2024

My dog, Maggie, a 12-year-old overweight dog, has a swollen foot and is limping. The swelling appears to be near the nail. What should I do?

October 17th, 2024

My dog, Darcy, a 5-year-old Dalmatian, ate something while on a walk and became unwell, showing symptoms such as difficulty standing or walking, head lolling, flinching when comforted, and incontinence. She was put on a drip at the vet, but I need to know what she might have eaten to prevent this from happening again. Darcy takes Apoquel for allergies and is otherwise fit and well.

May 19th, 2024

My 14-pound rat terrier, Kibbie, ate my other dog's Clavamox that is 250 mg. Will it hurt her?

September 14th, 2024