My eight-year-old German Shepherd, Shiloh, keeps getting hotspots despite multiple treatments including petromalt, myosin topical spray, steroid injections, medicated baths, and a special diet for sensitive skin. She is on Simparica Trio for flea prevention and has been taking Benadryl for about two weeks with no improvement. What else can be done to help her?

October 19th, 2023

My dogs, Perry (5 years old, 28 lbs) and Oswald (6 years old, 22 lbs), ingested about 4 oz of unbaked dark chocolate cake mix 4 hours ago. They have not vomited and are acting normal. What should I do?

August 28th, 2024

My dog, Max, ate one raisin about 15 minutes ago. He weighs 10lbs and is acting fine. The emergency vet is over an hour away. What should I do?

November 8th, 2024

My dog, Gigi, has had crusty clear yellow scabs on the left side of her stomach and chest for several years. Despite numerous visits to different veterinarians and various treatments including subcutaneous allergy shots, antibiotics, antifungal pills, and ear drops, the condition has not improved. Recently, she developed ringworm after a vet visit, leading to concerns about the vet's cleanliness and education. What could be causing this persistent issue, and what further tests and treatments should be considered?

April 7th, 2024

My little rat terrier, Bacon, age 11, started coughing earlier this evening and has been having spells of coughing during the night. His breathing seems normal, and he was active and ate earlier. He's up-to-date on shots and has not been around other dogs. What could be causing the coughing, and what can I do to help him?

March 30th, 2024