9 Types of Spots on Dog Eyes [With Pictures & Vet Advice]
A few years ago, my daughter noticed that our Springer Spaniel had tiny white dots on one eye. As a veterinarian, I was able to quickly examine our pooch and […]

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.
Dr. Liz (Elizabeth) Guise graduated from the University of Minnesota with a doctorate in Veterinary Medicine (DVM).
After working as a small animal veterinarian for two years, caring for dogs and cats, she spent 13 years as a veterinary medical officer and auditor of animal food safety systems for the US Department of Agriculture.
Dr. Guise also earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Animal Bioscience from Pennsylvania State University in 1990.
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A few years ago, my daughter noticed that our Springer Spaniel had tiny white dots on one eye. As a veterinarian, I was able to quickly examine our pooch and […]

We see our share of brachycephalic breeds in our veterinary practice. After all, Pugs, Boston Terriers, and other flat-faced breeds are cute and cuddly. But they’re also prone to certain […]

Every once in a while in practice I’d have a client schedule an appointment because their dog had a swollen butt. When I examined their pooch, I would take time […]

Red spots, bumps, or rashes on a dog's belly can have a multitude of causes, and getting to the bottom of things will ensure your dog is on the right […]

Living and working in the midwestern United States, I’ve seen my share of tick scabs on dogs. When clients in my veterinary practice called me asking what to do after […]
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Scabs serve as protective shields for injured skin, forming when skin is compromised, akin to a band-aid's role in human wounds. Crusty scabs can form as a result of injuries […]

Dogs can lose eyes for a variety of reasons including injury, infections, and cancer. When your veterinarian needs to surgically remove your pup’s eye, the socket can be tender and […]

In the still of the night, you hear it. Your dog’s stomach is gurgling and making funny sounds. Should you be concerned?

Most dog guts make gurgling sounds from time to time. It’s a normal part of the digestive process and happens when the gastrointestinal (GI) tract pushes gas and food slurry […]

It can be unsettling the first time you hear your dog’s stomach making gurgling sounds, but it’s usually not a big deal. Canine digestive systems often rumble as they push […]
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