Dog Illnesses
White Spots on a Dog’s Eyes: Pictures & Vet Advice
The presence of white, cloudy or gray-colored areas on the eye is not normal and can be an indication of a problem. These spots can either be harmless or serious, […]
Dr. Liz (Elizabeth) Guise graduated from the University of Minnesota with a doctorate in Veterinary Medicine (DVM). She worked as a veterinarian for two years before working for the US Department of Agriculture for 13 years.
The presence of white, cloudy or gray-colored areas on the eye is not normal and can be an indication of a problem. These spots can either be harmless or serious, […]
As veterinarians, we often come across dogs with itchy skin or hair loss. These two symptoms combined can be caused by external factors such as parasites like fleas or mites, or […]
Recently, a client asked me to examine their dog's red, circular skin spots. After taking samples, I diagnosed the lesions as gnat bites and recommended an itch-relief shampoo to soothe […]
When a dog has pink-red spots on its eye, it is usually due to inflammation or hemorrhage. Conditions that cause inflammation are varied but may include:
When I worked as a veterinarian in practice, I got a few visits from clients about bleeding nipples on their dogs. Some were caused by injuries, but others pointed to […]
If you've noticed one (or a few) of your dog's nipples have suddenly turned black, it can be concerning. But there are various reasons for black nipples, and some are […]
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 cleaning […]
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 questions, […]
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. […]
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 […]
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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.
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