Bella is a 13-year-old Standard Poodle with Addison's disease and melanoma. She had a toe amputated, and the margins were slim. The treatment plan suggested radiation and the melanoma vaccine. Bella and I are a pet therapy team, and we decided to skip treatment for more good days. However, specialists suggested the vaccine due to minimal side effects. Is it worth trying to find a vet who will administer just the vaccine?

June 29th, 2024

Does Acepromazine cause a dry cough in dogs, and can it be safely used with a cough suppressant like torbutrol after ACL surgery?

February 5th, 2023

I have a 50 lb, 16 y/o female Aussie cattle dog mix. After a 10-day stay at the petsitter's, she came home with a pronounced curve to her body, an almost complete inability to stand or walk due to severe arthritis in her rear hips and legs, and stress colitis. She curves or leans to the right when laying and standing. She already has proprioceptive deficit in her rear feet. She is hungry, recovering from stress colitis, urinating regularly, but hasn't had a solid poop in approx 48 hrs. She is moved everywhere via harness and takes Tramadol and Adequan injections. She does not appear to be in pain. Why is she 'listing' and is this curve an indication of pain? A visit to the vet is forthcoming, but I would like your opinion.

October 30th, 2023

My dog is chewing and biting herself, primarily under her belly and sides, and is clearly itching. We took her to the lake this weekend and wonder if she got into something. What could be causing this and what can I do for her symptoms?

December 3rd, 2023

My 12-year-old dog has occasional, non-productive coughing episodes, especially when running upstairs or around 4:00 am. He has no difficulty breathing, excellent appetite, and energy, and no weight loss. Could you review his chest x-rays and advise on the next steps?

September 15th, 2024