I have a 12.5-year-old German Shepherd with a brain tumor (meningioma) and possible degenerative myelopathy. He is currently on procarbazine and displaying symptoms of degenerative myelopathy. I am considering using aminocaproic acid as part of Dr. Clemmons' protocol for degenerative myelopathy, but my dog also has heart disease, possibly mitral valve dysplasia. The dosage for aminocaproic acid is 500mg three times a day, but it should be used with extreme caution in dogs with heart disease. My vet and I are unsure whether to proceed due to potential risks to the heart, and I am seeking advice on whether to use this medication and at what dosage it becomes dangerous for dogs with heart disease.

October 5th, 2023

My six-year-old Australian Shepherd, who is in great health, suddenly started coughing and seems uncomfortable tonight. There is no vet available, and I'm not sure what to do.

September 14th, 2023

My husband accidentally gave our 16 lb. shih tzu a thyroid pill within two hours of the one I gave her earlier this evening. Do I need to get her to the emergency care for this?

April 5th, 2024

My dog has started acting lethargic, unbalanced, and very sleepy. He's not alert as usual, has difficulty getting under the couch, and was shaking earlier. He didn't eat last night and has no known medical conditions or medications. What could be causing this and what should I do?

January 18th, 2024

Can Benadryl and Prednisone be given together for chronic bronchitis in a dog, and is the current dosage of hydrocodone sufficient to manage the cough?

June 22nd, 2023