My 3-year-old Chihuahua, weighing 10 pounds, is showing symptoms of overheating, including panting and a bright red tongue, despite normal air temperature. I wrapped him in a cold towel, and he seemed more comfortable. He is clinging to me and has settled in my bed with a fan gently blowing on him. What could be causing this, and do you have any suggestions?

July 23rd, 2024

My 6-year-old male mini dachshund has been acting in pain for about 3 days. He suddenly yelped in pain when touched in the upper abdominal area, began shivering, and looked uncomfortable. He has been pacing, walking with an antalgic gait, and whimpering. His abdomen feels hard, and he has had no known trauma. He is eating normally and has normal bowel movements and urination. I am worried about potential causes like gall bladder issues, trauma, bloat, or intussusception. As long as he's eating and not vomiting or having diarrhea, is he not likely in imminent danger?

April 21st, 2024

My 10-year-old golden retriever has a large splenic tumor suspected to be a hemiangioma. He also has arthritis of the spine and is currently on prednisone, joint supplements, and Onco-care. An ultrasound did not show any masses outside the spleen, and no biopsy was done due to the size and risk of bleeding. Should I consider surgery for the tumor, and what are the long-term effects of prednisone on dogs, including the risk of developing conditions like diabetes?

January 1st, 2023

My dog is very sore, lethargic, and struggles to jump. She may not eat rice but loves chicken. How long should I give her Pepcid, and is chicken enough for her diet?

November 15th, 2024

My dog ripped 3 staples out of her foot and I got the bleeding stopped. Can I give her a mild sedative until I can get her to our local vet in the morning? If so, what over-the-counter medications are okay to give a 13-pound miniature schnauzer?

May 12th, 2023