Dog Health

Female dogs are specially equipped with a self-cleaning system of mucous that helps keep the parts of the reproductive tract healthy and free of germs and irritations. This system may create a clear or white […]

Seeing our pet in pain is a harrowing experience. On a day to day basis, I see dogs in mild, chronic pain every day. These are dogs who have conditions such as ongoing joint disease […]

There are certain times in a female’s dog life when brown discharge is considered normal, for example during the heat cycle or after giving birth. The rest of the time, brown discharge is cause for […]

Spay surgeries are the ‘bread and butter’ of the veterinary industry, and it would not be unusual for a vet to perform one or two spays every working day. While complications can occur, it is […]

For the owner of any female dog, deciding when to neuter them is a big decision. Complicating matters, there is no definitive ‘right’ answer and the best time will depend on many factors, including the […]

Discovering a hard, immovable lump on your dog can be concerning even for the most experienced dog owner. While it’s natural to worry, the best way to help your dog is to remain calm, understand […]

It is not unusual for dogs to come into my clinic with diarrhea and their loose stool will often be yellow or even orange. Some owners are alarmed when they see their dog’s stool is […]

Dog neuters are an extremely common surgery—roughly 80% of dogs in the United States are spayed or neutered. This means that vets are performing them all of the time. As a veterinarian, I average 3-4 […]