My 7-year-old Bichon Havanese has a bloated stomach that feels tight like a balloon, and I'm unsure if he's pooping. My husband noticed what looked like black tar the last time he saw it. The dog acts normal except for growling more than usual when picked up. How long has this been going on, and is he eating and drinking normally?

June 24th, 2024

I live in Flint, MI and my daschund needs surgery for two herniated discs in his back, but the cost is $6000 and I can't afford that. We are currently doing acupuncture, but he needs surgery desperately. Do you know of any organizations that would help with the cost of this surgery?

August 22nd, 2024

My 1.5-year-old English Staffordshire Terrier bitch's right ear has gone limp and is causing her irritation. It does not appear to be sore, and she is not scratching at it, but is shaking her head a lot. What could be causing this and what should I do?

July 19th, 2024

Our golden retriever has huge ear polyps bilaterally. Our local vet recommended complete ablation, but we prefer a laser procedure to preserve any hearing. She has worsened with facial swelling, started on Cephalexin, Zeniquin, and Prednisone, but swelling increased. She is eating and drinking better but moving slowly, keeping her head low, and twitching rhythmically. We suspect an insect bite or allergic reaction to new ear cleaning pads. Should we consider Benadryl for possible allergic reaction and guidance on ear issue (ablation vs. laser treatment)?

March 14th, 2023

What was going through my Amstaff's mind when he protected me after a traumatic accident and then bit a teenage girl who approached him in a way he perceived as threatening?

December 16th, 2023