Gastrointestinal articles written by expert veterinarians:
‘Senior Tail Waggers’ provides veterinarian guides to common gastrointestinal issues in dogs. Our content is exclusively written by seasoned veterinarians with a doctorate in medicine. Articles are then vetted, when appropriate, by one of our medical directors. You will find below a list of specific gastrointestinal issues along with veterinary information about symptoms, causes, and treatments.
Dr Linda Simon (MVB MRCVS) is a veterinary surgeon with a special interest in geriatric patient care, dermatology and endocrinology.
Dr. Simon is a member of the British Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons and graduated top of her class from UCD School of Veterinary Medicine in Dublin (Ireland) in 2013.
Dr. Simon currently works as a veterinarian in several London clinics including Goddard's, Medivet, Alcombe and the RSPCA.
She has also worked as a remove veterinarian for the Just Answer veterinary service, since 2018, with nearly 200 positive reviews.
Experience: 10 years as a veterinarian.
Location: London, UK.
As a veterinarian, I deal with worms on a daily basis as they are such a common problem, particularly in young puppies. They can cause a wide range of symptoms and, thankfully, are usually easy […]
As a dog parent, you’re attuned to your pet’s habits, including the not-so-glamorous bowel movements. So, when your dog hasn’t pooped in two days, it’s understandable to be concerned, even if your dog acts normal […]
While bloat is one of the medical emergencies they are forever mentioning in veterinary school, in my experience it is relatively rare when compared to other emergencies. Perhaps it is more of an issue in […]
Perhaps not the most pleasant of topics to discuss, it is actually really valuable to monitor your dog’s poop. Picking up on changes like a sloppy consistency or a change in color can provide some […]
As a vet, a good part of my day is spent discussing and examining dog poop! It may seem absurd, but is a good habit to check your dog’s poop regularly, to see if there […]
As a veterinarian, anal gland expression forms part of our daily routine. This smelly job is essential to keep many dogs comfortable. In this article, we’ll delve into the world of anal glands in dogs, […]
When your dog is constipated, you want to get them relief fast leading many dog parents to turn to home remedies. One of the home remedies that you may come across is using milk for […]
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 confirmed my […]
Vomiting is one of the main reasons veterinarians see dogs. It’s something they do a lot of when they eat something they shouldn’t have or if they’re having digestive issues related to food, inflammation or […]
One of the pet patients I recently treated for anal gland issues came to the clinic because he was bleeding from around the anus. As I spoke with the owner, I learned the pooch had […]
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