My dog Penny has been limping and is now having difficulty standing and walking. She was limping on her rear right leg, but now her rear left leg seems affected as well. She has been licking her paw and is hesitant to walk. Her gums are pink, eyes are bright, and she drinks water when able. What could be causing these issues, and what should I do?

March 4th, 2024

My dog, Barrett, who weighs 12 lbs and is turning 2 in June, ate two of his monthly heartworm chews (Sentinel Spectrum, 8.1 - 25 lb doses) about 5 minutes ago. He has not thrown up. Should I induce vomiting, and what should I expect in terms of his health?

April 7th, 2024

My partner and I recently recorded a video of our dog Mark (a 1.5-year-old pit bull) for a dog trainer. The trainer said his gait was wonky and suggested it might be something called medical circumduction. Is there a way to send the video to you to check out? The image attachment link only seems to work with still photos. Is this something we need to get looked at immediately?

December 7th, 2024

My dog, Wendy, a 6-month-old, has been experiencing a red, smelly, irritated ear for about 4 days. She keeps shaking her head and rubbing her ear on the floor or grass. Her ear also appears to be swollen. What can I do at home to help as I cannot currently afford to go to the vet?

June 15th, 2024

My 13-year-old dog, Rocky, won't walk on his back legs. He has been diagnosed with arthritis, which has recently worsened. He was given 25mg of tramadol this morning, which provided some relief but has since worn off. What can be done to manage his pain and improve his mobility until he can be seen by a veterinarian?

May 23rd, 2023