My older dog, Zeke, a 10-year-old German Shepherd, is experiencing heavy breathing, erratic heart rate, vomiting (mucusy, no food), loss of bowel control, and collapsed after going outside. He has pre-existing conditions of arteritis and hip pain. What could be causing these symptoms and what immediate steps can I take during a blizzard when no vets are available?

January 25th, 2023

My 4-year-old black Labrador mix, Whiskey, has blood in his stool. His stool is very loose and there was a clear coating on part of it. He ate some grilled mushrooms and falafel recently. He's eating and drinking normally but is a bit more sleepy than usual. What could be causing this and what should I do?

March 15th, 2024

My 5-year-old Goldendoodle, Cooper, has been diagnosed with a sprained right hip and has swollen, painful lymph nodes in his chest and neck. He was previously diagnosed with Lyme disease and has been on doxycycline for 3 weeks. He is currently on carprofen, gabapentin, trazodone, and doxycycline for pain management. He did not sleep at all last night and is extremely sore, with his left shoulder also swollen. What should I do to help Cooper manage his pain and discomfort until he can be seen by his regular vet?

June 12th, 2024

My 80-pound mixed-breed dog ate 1 oz of Tomcat mouse poison containing Bromethalin. We just discovered this about five minutes ago and there is no emergency vet close by. What should I do to help my dog?

November 20th, 2023

My miniature dachshund, Beau, was hit by a baseball in the shoulder/leg around 11 hours ago. He won't put weight on the leg and cries if too much pressure is applied. What can I do to help him at home until I can get him to a vet?

June 11th, 2023