I have an 11-year-old dog with an oral tumor being treated by Dr. Lisa Parshley at Olympia Veterinary Specialists. Recently, she has been fatigued, not eating well, and experienced rectal bleeding after a walk. I have stopped her medications (carprofen and toceranib) due to these symptoms. Should I take her to the vet immediately or can I wait until tomorrow?

September 1st, 2023

My dog, a 14-year-old basset, has a mass on her kidney and is showing symptoms of kidney issues. We don't know if the mass is cancerous or not, and we're unsure whether to pursue surgery or consult an oncologist. What should be our next steps?

January 11th, 2024

My dog, Rip, age 2, has been licking around his butt and groin area, causing the skin to become raw and pink. He has been itching for about a week and now licks constantly. There is no unusual smell, and he is full of energy. I changed his food about a month and a half ago. What could be causing this and what should I do?

February 29th, 2024

My dog, Trixie, a 4-year-old, is pawing at her tooth and slobbering a lot. This happens once every few months. Her teeth look normal, and there's no swelling on her gums. She seems to have trouble closing her mouth for a few seconds, paws at the back of her mouth, and shakes her head. What could be causing this, and what should I do?

August 15th, 2023

My dog accidentally ate a tablespoon of yogurt containing xylitol. Is this amount enough to make him sick, and what should I look for in terms of symptoms?

March 27th, 2023