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What could be causing my dog's elevated bilirubin level, and what steps should I take to address it?
August 8th, 2024
My 16-pound corgi/poodle mix, Rookie, ate a mini Reese's cup. He had kennel cough a week ago but finished his medication. Is this amount of chocolate harmful, and what should I do if he shows signs of discomfort or tries to vomit?
March 30th, 2023
My dog, Ronin, a 7.5-year-old, overate and is now lethargic. His stomach is bloated, but he has been vomiting without blood. This has happened before, and he is a food-driven dog. What should I do to help him feel better?
April 10th, 2023
My 14-year-old dog, Tater, is limping and has a swollen chest/upper leg muscle. There is no wound, and he doesn't go outside unattended. What could be causing this swelling, and what should I do?
December 3rd, 2023
What is the highest known alkaline phosphatase level in dogs, and is an alkaline phosphatase level of 650 a good time to begin medicating for Cushing's disease with Triolostane in a 15-year-old dog?
December 4th, 2024
I am considering a Laser (stone destruction) procedure at the University of Florida, Gainesville, for my 14-year-old chihuahua named Midnight who has a bladder stone and a heart murmur. She strains to urinate and has signs of infection. I live in Miami and want to avoid unnecessary trips. What are the considerations for her age and health condition, and how many treatments would she likely need for a 0.3-inch diameter stone?
May 28th, 2024