Copperhead Snake Biting Dog: Our Vet Explains What to Do
Copperheads were common around my hometown when I was growing up. Although I never encountered one, I was taught what to do if I or my dog experienced a venomou... Read more.
Ask the Vet: Why is My Dog’s Nipple Bleeding? [Answered]
When I was in practice, I got a few calls from clients about bleeding nipples on their dogs. Some were caused by trauma, but others pointed to infections or can... Read more.
Black Nipple on Dogs? 6 Most Likely Reasons
When my daughter noticed our English Springer Spaniel had a black nipple, I checked the area. Because our furbaby is spayed, I knew she wasn’t pregnant or... Read more.
Dog With Brown Teeth [With Pictures]: What You Need to Do
While conducting a routine exam on a patient, I noticed a few of his teeth were brown. I checked his record and discovered that he hadn’t had a dental cleanin... Read more.
Inverted Nipples in Dogs: Our Vet Explains What to Do
One day, a dog parent called me because he saw what he termed, “a small, dark hole,” on his furbaby’s abdomen in place of the nipple. After asking some qu... Read more.
Pictures of Dogs With Hives [6 Examples]
When I worked as a veterinarian in a pet clinic, owners would often call me because their dogs had red, itchy bumps, and they were not sure what to do. After as... Read more.
Hives on Dog’s Belly, Back, or Head: Signs and Treatments
One day, my dog ate some moldy carrot shreds. An hour later, he had hives on his muzzle and swelling around his eyes. As a veterinarian, I recognized it was an ... Read more.
Low-Cost Dental Cleaning for Dogs: Your Options to Pay Less
As a veterinarian, I have performed my share of dental cleanings on dogs, so I understand concerns about the cost of treatment. One thing I can attest to is tha... Read more.
Dog Paw Allergy Issues: 6 Tips to Help Your Dog [With Pictures]
One of my pet parents brought her dog into the clinic because he was furiously licking and chewing on his paws. After examining the paws for signs of injury or ... Read more.
Anal Gland Rupture in Dogs: Treatments and Recovery
When I had a call from a client because his dog had blood and pus oozing from his butt, I told him to bring her in right away. A brief history and examination c... Read more.