Senior Dog Panting A LOT: Our Vet Shares How to Help
In my practice, it is not uncommon for owners to casually mention, during their dog’s annual wellness visit, that their senior dog is panting excessively or more than usual. Some […]

Dr. Cathy Barnette has worked as a veterinarian in the United States for 14 years. She graduated in 2006 with a Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine (DVM) from the University of Florida. She lives in Florida with her family, two cats and one dog.

In my practice, it is not uncommon for owners to casually mention, during their dog’s annual wellness visit, that their senior dog is panting excessively or more than usual. Some […]
![Female Dogs In Heat: What They Look Like [Pictures & Vet Info]](https://seniortailwaggers.com/wp-content/uploads/female-heat-s_1634811004-300x200.jpg)
You may be prepared for the bleeding that will accompany your dog’s first heat cycle, but there are other bodily changes that might come as a surprise. When a female […]

Dog paw infections are one of the more common issues that we treat in our veterinary hospital: dogs often excessively lick their paws when they feel itchy or uncomfortable, which […]

Torn toenails are an issue that I encounter on a relatively regular basis. Sometimes, these dogs are accompanied by panicked owners. They may have seen their dog cry out in […]

Dogs and humans can experience weight changes with age. Some dogs gain weight because they are less active and spend more time sleeping. However, other dogs lose weight with age.

After 14 years of working as a vet, I can diagnose some client concerns in an instant. When a client calls and says their dog is choking, the dog probably […]
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Each of our veterinarians has earned a Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent unless otherwise specified. Articles are then vetted, when appropriate, by one of our Medical Directors.