General

Typically, after a spay or neuter surgery, dogs are seen by their veterinarian about three days after the procedure and again after 14 days. This is so we can examine them and their surgical incisions, […]

Sometimes I get a call from an owner asking: “Doc, my dog won’t eat anything. What should I do?”  I explain there are various reasons for dogs to lose their appetite and recommend they bring […]

Sometimes, a client would come to my veterinary clinic because it looked like their puppy had something that looked like grains of rice sticking around their bottom. The owners usually noticed the whiteish pieces after […]

From barking, howling and whining to snoring, snorting and sneezing, our dogs can make an impressive variety of noises. But what do they mean? Most of these sounds are completely normal – if sometimes a little […]

In a healthy body, mast cells are specialized white blood cells found throughout the body that play a crucial role in allergic response. A mast cell tumor is a mass made up of an overabundance […]

It’s always concerning to see bumps developing on your dog’s chin: they’re unsightly and often cause your dog irritation and discomfort. Thankfully many of these chin lumps and bumps are treatable, some of which can […]

Pet parents often encounter a variety of health issues with their dogs, and among them, paw licking and limping are common. Both warrant veterinary attention and can be caused by minor issues or more problematic […]

Performing a thorough oral exam is a really important part of a dog’s physical exam, and is something I will try and perform every time I see a dog for a checkup. This is especially […]