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Ask the Veterinarian/Questions Answered by Expert Charlotte Sherrell, DVM
| Subject | Date Asked |
| cat's bad breath | 12/28/2011 |
| Q: Last month my cat Vinnie had his teeth cleaned and one tooth extracted. He's doing fine, but his ... A: Laura - There are several reasons why your cat may have halitosis. Your cat may have an upset ... | |
| Limp Legs in Min Pin | 7/5/2010 |
| Q: Sherrell, Thanks for reading. While I was in another room, my Min Pin was resting on the back of ... A: Jessica - You should have your pet seen by a veterinarian as soon as possible. It seems as though ... | |
| older cat with IBD | 7/4/2010 |
| Q: Monkey is 13 1/2. Around a year ago he was vomiting frequently and lost 2 pounds (from 10 to 8) so I ... A: Theo - You should have your pet seen by a veterinary internal medicine specialist as soon as ... | |
| cloudy white anal discharge | 7/3/2010 |
| Q: My male cat has a cloudy-white discharge coming from his anus, it also looks slightly inflamed and ... A: Cayce - Have your cat examined by a veterinarian as soon as possible. Unfortunately, I cannot tell ... | |
| Euthanasia of a Syrian Hamster | 7/3/2010 |
| Q: My fiancé and I recently had to have our hamster put to sleep after he was suffering from a large ... A: Kayleigh - Please let me extend my sympathies for the death of your hamster. I am also sorry for ... | |
| orphaned puppy | 7/3/2010 |
| Q: i have a newborn Yorkshire terrier 7 days old.On the 3rd day of her life we found out she is ... A: Nell - It is important that you stimulate your pup's bottom so that she can defecate and urinate. ... | |
| Obssessive Compulsive Cat | 7/2/2010 |
| Q: My Japanese-Calico-Bobcat-Tabby-Manx is constantly cleaning herself all she does is eat sleep and ... A: Sarah - Have your cat examined by a veterinarian as soon as possible. It is certainly possible ... | |
| Urinary Issues | 5/8/2010 |
| Q: I have a 9 year old neutered male cat. Back in December he had trouble urinating and started ... A: Anthony - I do not think it is necessary for you to have your cat euthanized because of his ... | |
| Golden Retriever | 5/6/2010 |
| Q: We have a golden, Jake, who is 5 years old. In the past few weeks, he looks as if he has lost quite ... A: Kim - Unfortunately, I cannot tell you why your dog is listless and is losing weight. Do not wait ... | |
| Tumour on lung & Seizures | 5/5/2010 |
| Q: My 12year old mini Dachshund bitch diagnosed with tumour last week - 3weeks before she took her ... A: Carolyne - You should consult your vet about making your pup comfortable. Your vet is familiar ... | |
| cat coughing | 5/5/2010 |
| Q: Our 11 year old domestic shorthair female has been ailment free except for a bout of conjunctivitis ... A: Bill - Unfortunately, I cannot diagnose your kitty's ailment without the benefit of a physical ... | |
| dog with excessive water intake | 5/4/2010 |
| Q: just took our dog in for his yearly check up received his rabies shot, vet checked his lower chest ... A: Bridgett - Unfortunately, I cannot diagnose what your dog's condition as I have not had the chance ... | |
| Shihtzu ~constant swallowing | 5/4/2010 |
| Q: My 2 year old shihtzu has episodes, at least once a month, where he continually swallows. He is ... A: Jill - Have your dog examined by a veterinarian as soon as possible. Excessive swallowing may ... | |
| Cats who hate each other | 5/3/2010 |
| Q: I have rescued a cat from the pound. I next rescued a second cat. The two do not get along ... A: William - Cats are very territorial. The first thing to do is to make sure that each kitty has ... | |
| cats urinating outside letter box | 5/2/2010 |
| Q: I have 3 cats, 1 male and 2 female, the male is fixed the females are not. They are all 2 years old. ... A: Ken - The first thing you should do is to have all the cats examined for urinary tract infections. ... | |
| dog is sick | 12/29/2009 |
| Q: my dog is shaking and breathing heavily can you please tell me what is wrong A: Nick - Obviously, I cannot tell you what is wrong with your dog without at least seeing the dog ... | |
| Canine leukimia? | 12/29/2009 |
| Q: Last month, we took our 9 year old Corgi to the vet because we thought he had a bad tooth. He ... A: Amanda - Certainly, a stomach virus can lead to an increase the white blood cell count. However, ... | |
| Cat Spay | 12/28/2009 |
| Q: Sherrell, I just got my first cat ever (I have no previous experience raising cats) approx 1.5 weeks ... A: Sara - Ideally, you should not leave your pet alone for a few days after a surgical procedure. ... | |
| cat | 12/28/2009 |
| Q: My cat is only year old and he has been throwing up latly.It's not a hair ball.A week ago i was ... A: Amber - It is impossible for me to determine what is wrong with your cat without the benefit of a ... | |
| Parasite? | 12/27/2009 |
| Q: I wonder if you can help me. My dog appears to have a type of worm coming out of his skin, I can see ... A: Rebecca - It sounds as if there isn't a parasite but a growth on your dog's skin. I do not ... | |
| my dog has a large mass on her paw that keeps growing and bleeding | 12/27/2009 |
| Q: Last month (November 10) i took my dog to the vet because i noticed a blackened bumpy wound on her ... A: Nancy - I think your question is whether or not you should have your dog go through another ... | |
| training | 12/25/2009 |
| Q: what is a good age to start training a puppy.also do you recommend click training? A: Melanie - I recommend that you begin training at around 12 weeks of age. I cannot recommend a ... | |
| Hurt lab pup | 12/25/2009 |
| Q: 50-60 lbs lab puppy showed up to back door with mashed or (run over paw). Dog in extreme pain. Is ... A: Louie - Unfortunately, I cannot recommend medicine for an animal that is not my patient. It is not ... | |
| pregnant cat temp. | 12/24/2009 |
| Q: I have a persian cat who is currently pregnant and is due anytime now. The problem is that 3 days ... A: Blaze - Cats generally do not have a drastic change in body temp as dogs do - but if her temp is ... | |
| Old Greyhound | 12/23/2009 |
| Q: I have a 13 year old Girl(she will be 14 this coming year) she seems to be slowing down Althgouth ... A: Delsey - Unfortunately, I cannot determine what is causing the symptoms you describe without the ... | |
| Fluid behind a dog bite wound | 12/23/2009 |
| Q: My dog was bite by another family dog. We had this happen before (with other dogs) so we shaved the ... A: Sue - I am not familiar with blood poisoning from fluid in a bite wound. Some bite wounds can ... | |
| Dog eye injury question? | 12/22/2009 |
| Q: I have a 9 year old Basenji and live on a farm. A few nights ago I was calling him inside and he ... A: Danielle - Any injury to the eye - no matter how small it is perceived to be - should be evaluated ... | |
| Dog leg injury | 12/21/2009 |
| Q: Our dog injured her leg earlier today and is still not putting any weight on it. How it happened we ... A: Kieth - Take your dog to the veterinarian to be examined. If she is not putting weight on her ... | |
| chihuahua | 12/20/2009 |
| Q: My dog is about 10 years old and has never been spayed. I've recently found that under two of her ... A: Ashley - There are several possible reasons for the bloody stools as there are many reasons for ... | |
| Lab tail | 12/20/2009 |
| Q: My 10y/o choc.lab is starting that downward spiral I fear. She has a new "buldge" in the right hind ... A: Mike - Yes, constipation can be a common side effect to a fractured tail. There may be nerve ... | |
| Cat not using the litter box. | 12/19/2009 |
| Q: I have a 2 year old cat that will not use her litter box. We have changed her diet and also changed ... A: Sarah - There are several reasons why a cat will not use its litter box. A change in diet and a ... | |
| out of the box... | 12/19/2009 |
| Q: I have recently been forced to switch my cats' litter, as it is no longer carried in my area. I was ... A: Kathleen - Often when there is a change in litter, cats will resent the change. However, most ... | |
| dog falling over | 12/18/2009 |
| Q: my dog simon (10+ years old, age estimated former stray i've had for 10 years#. the past 1 week, ... A: Carrie - Please take your dog to be examined by a veterinarian as soon as possible. I doubt ... | |
| 13 year old dog | 12/18/2009 |
| Q: We have a 13 year old Bichon. She hasn't been doing very well and we've noticed a change in the last ... A: Jacklyn - Please have your dog examined by a veterinarian as soon as possible. Notice the color ... | |
| cat sneezing | 12/18/2009 |
| Q: We have a 6 year old cat. For the past few days she is sneezing allot. I think that it is worse at ... A: Jaime - You should have your examined by a veterinarian. There may be a foreign body in the nose ... | |
| Vaccines | 12/17/2009 |
| Q: I was wondering if you could break down the first shots a 6 week old pup would get? Distemper, ... A: Nicole - Consult with your veterinarian about the vaccines your dog should get. Vaccines are now ... | |
| Looking for Help | 12/17/2009 |
| Q: We have a multi animal household - 3 dogs and 2 cats. Last winter we kept discovering that one of ... A: Randi - A multi cat household should have one extra litterbox per the number of cats in the ... | |
| frontline plus | 12/16/2009 |
| Q: my question is can i just inject frontline plus in between my jack russell dog's shoulder blades ... A: Jojo - You should be able to part the hair between the dog's shoulder blades and apply the ... | |
| Dog has hind leg problem | 12/6/2009 |
| Q: loves to swim etc... She plays hard and usually ends up slightly stiff in the rear, but after a good ... A: Scott - You should follow the recommendations of your veterinarian. The symptoms you describe ... | |
| stepped on my hamster | 12/6/2009 |
| Q: PLEASE!!! I stepped on my hamster 24hours ago. I thought he was dead, he bled about 3 drops of ... A: Kar - You should seek medical help immediately!! Your hamster is probably hurt very critically and ... | |
| Overweight cat and diets | 12/5/2009 |
| Q: My cat went to the vet today and she's 19 pounds. She needs to lose around 5 pounds according to the ... A: Tatiana - Indoor cats often gain weight after they have been spayed or/neutered. Cats have a ... | |
| my dof just died post splenic tumor op | 12/5/2009 |
| Q: Hi there - i am unsure about what just happened - a massive tradegy - my dog had surgery with my vet ... A: Beran - Unfortunately, I cannot be of much help because I am not aware of the physical condition ... | |
| ACL repair | 12/4/2009 |
| Q: Our 8 year old Weim had an Extracapsular ACL Repair done mid-sept. It was more of an acute tear. Her ... A: Trish - Unfortunately, It is impossible for me to judge your pets' progress post surgical. ... | |
| Dog not eating, vomiting/diarrhea | 12/3/2009 |
| Q: My dog stopped eating about two days ago, I noticed she vomits a yellowish, watery substance and has ... A: Peter - Giving your dog vitamins will not make her feel better. She is not eating because she is ... | |
| Sprain in Dogs paw | 12/3/2009 |
| Q: My dog yelled.....Then did not use his right front paw. The bones feel in place. What do you ... A: Bill - If you cannot get to a veterinarian, try to restrain him to decrease its activity until you ... | |
| Dog Anxiety | 12/2/2009 |
| Q: I have a 6 year old Pit Mix who has steadily exhibited anxiety symptoms since the 1st few months we ... A: Have your pet examined by a vet; it is not always necessary to have an animal put to sleep because ... | |
| pekingese death | 12/1/2009 |
| Q: i was wondering if you could help me. I had a 13 yo pekingese die in july this year. He was on ... A: Mark - I am sorry for the death of your pet. It is difficult for me to tell you what caused your ... | |
| brown flakes on cat skin | 12/1/2009 |
| Q: I have a persian female cat (16 months old) and currently pregnant. I noticed few months ago that ... A: Moe - I am unable to see anything other than a spot on the picture you sent. However, from your ... | |
| cat | 11/30/2009 |
| Q: my 17 yr old female cat is at the vet as I write, she had trouble urinating yesterday and is very ... A: Lis - There are several things you can do if she has bladder stones. The therapy depends on the ... | |
| Feral cat | 11/29/2009 |
| Q: I adopted a feral cat that wouldn't leave my yard and stalked me through windows. I couldn't bare ... A: Amanda - Is the cat feral or a stray? Feral cats do not interact with people - they are wild and ... | |
| Side effects of a canine drug | 11/29/2009 |
| Q: My vet put my dog on smz tmp for coughing, I am suppose to give her 2 tablets 960mg a day, however I ... A: Marisa - It sounds as if your dog had a reaction to the drug. Discontinue treatment with this ... | |
| Beagles Eyes | 11/29/2009 |
| Q: I have two beagles and they both seem to be "crying" a lot. They have tears draining all the time. ... A: Sherri - Have you had your Beagles examined by a veterinarian? The vet can perform tests to ... | |
| 2 yr old Chihuahua | 11/28/2009 |
| Q: Today my 2 year old Chihuahua has been larthogic to the point that she does not want to walk. She ... A: Sara - You should not feed your dog milk - especially if she has had a bout of diarrhea. The milk ... | |
| Pregnant Boxer | 11/26/2009 |
| Q: I have a boxer that is due to deliver any day now(not sure on exactly when she was mated)Today she ... A: Carlene - Yes, the behavior you describe is sometimes displayed in pregnant dogs but not often. It ... | |
| rabies vacc reaction? | 11/25/2009 |
| Q: We have always bought our vaccinations from the Co-op store, and this year after giving my 3 yrs old ... A: Lori - That certainly does sound like a vaccine reaction - perhaps the next time you will have a ... | |
| Feline Pancreatitis Aftercare | 11/24/2009 |
| Q: ! I have a 10 year old male cat who recently had what the vet is almost sure was pancreatitis. ... A: Amy - I am sure your vet would not give your kitty meds that would harm him. You should trust ... | |
| Cat disoriented and lethargic | 11/23/2009 |
| Q: Sasha is a 10 year old indoor cat who has always been healthy. Last night I noticed that she was ... A: Sarah - The symptoms you describe sound as if your cat should be examined as soon as possible. ... | |
| my dog | 11/23/2009 |
| Q: my dog is fourteen years old she has a raw open cyst on her chest, she constantly licks the cyst so ... A: Bianca - Your dog must be very uncomfortable with an open cyst on her chest. Growths are often ... | |
| Female German Shepherd coming in season frequently | 11/23/2009 |
| Q: My registered GS dog was born May 28, 2008. We eventually would like to breed her but not yet. We ... A: Sharon - You should have your dog evaluated by a veterinarian to determine why she is cycling so ... | |
| Dog Leg Sprain | 11/22/2009 |
| Q: I have a year old, very healthy, proper weight, active, male terrier mix. This morning I noticed be ... A: Rachel - You should have your dog evaluated by a veterinarian as soon as possible. If your ... | |
| urinating problem and stomach upset | 11/22/2009 |
| Q: I have a 10month old male kitten.He suffers from epilepsy and under the advice of a vet,he takes ... A: Suchetana - You should have your dog evaluated by a veterinarian as soon as possible. I am not ... | |
| Pain in Pug | 11/21/2009 |
| Q: Our daughter has a 4 year old Pug that I am sitting for the next week, and has been in periodic pain ... A: Bill - Do not give the dog Tylenol. Dogs do not metabolize human nsaids well - Tylenol may cause ... | |
| blue bully's | 11/21/2009 |
| Q: @ what age can u get rid of new born puppies i thought it was 4week old but they are telling me 8 ... A: Domingo - Watch for the mothers' cues - the mom usually will try to wean the puppies at between ... | |
| Seizures in my 4yo Chihuahua | 11/21/2009 |
| Q: Recently my husband & I (and our chihuaua) made a move from CA to WA. During the drive I started ... A: Brittany - You should have your dog's bloodwork evaluated after being on the potassium bromide for ... | |
| liver enzymes | 11/20/2009 |
| Q: I've had all the test and I mean all the test ran and Rocket doesn't have cancer. He was ... A: Pam - I takes a lot longer than three days for a dog to develop Cushings. He may have developed ... | |
| hurt backend | 11/18/2009 |
| Q: Two weeks ago I took my 3yr old lab for a walk. She was fine on the walk, but later that day cried ... A: Darcy - You should have your examined as soon as possible!! It sounds as if your dog may have some ... | |
| my kitten | 11/17/2009 |
| Q: i bought a kitten at a pet store and took it to the vet because its hair was starting to fall out ... A: Kasey - Unfortunately, I cannot tell you what is wrong with your cat without the benefit of a ... | |
| dog sick | 11/16/2009 |
| Q: i have a Australian cattle dog mix and he has been acting really weird. he is 9 to 10 years old and ... A: Suzzy - Unfortunately, I cannot tell you what is wrong with your dog without the benefit of a ... | |
| Sick Goldie | 11/15/2009 |
| Q: In the past few days my cat, Goldie, has gone from being his normal, social self to being a complete ... A: Jorge - The swollen glands you mentioned are most likely lymph nodes. It seems as though your ... | |
| limping dog | 11/14/2009 |
| Q: My dog is limping and going downhill fast. My vet keeps saying it is arthritis, but her lameness is ... A: Stewart - I do not suggest antibiotic therapy for Internet questions. If your veterinarian has ... | |
| Bump on dogs lower back | 11/13/2009 |
| Q: We have a dog that is about 7 years old.About 3 or 4 months ago we noticed a small bump on her lower ... A: Megan - It is impossible for me to be able to tell you what is wrong with your dog without a ... | |
| ultrasound | 11/12/2009 |
| Q: I have a pregnant cat (about 3 weeks pregnant), and I was wondering if its possible to know the ... A: Blaze - Ultrasound can be useful for diagnosis of pregnancy; however the number of fetuses is ... | |
| sick puppy | 11/12/2009 |
| Q: My puppy is behaving abnormally. He is very lethargic and can barely walk, eat, and drink water. He ... A: Irene - I can hardly believe that you are writing this note instead of rushing your puppy to a ... | |
| Sick kitty! | 11/12/2009 |
| Q: My cat puked about 8 times today and I'm debating whether or not I need to get him looked at ASAP or ... A: Erica Please have your kitty evaluated by a veterinarian as soon as possible. Vomiting can cause ... | |
| Fungal infection | 11/11/2009 |
| Q: Sherrell, I suspect I got ringworm/microsporum from my bunny. I don't touch him anymore, but the ... A: Ana - There are many ways to contract a fungal infection. There are also many skin infections ... | |
| dog uti infections, surgery | 11/11/2009 |
| Q: I have a 10 month old female spayed lab. She has had 4 uti's and is currently being treated for her ... A: Jo - It is not uncommon for a young female puppy to develop "puppy vaginitis". This syndrome ... | |
| Terrified Dog | 11/11/2009 |
| Q: My dog went outside about two weeks ago, he was back in the woods and started yelping, he came ... A: Samantha - Obviously, your dog had a traumatic experience while on a visit outside. It is ... | |
| Male cat diagnosed with UTI... now has seizures? | 11/10/2009 |
| Q: My sister and I have a male cat named Oatmeal, he's 4 1/2 years old. He's never had urinary problems ... A: Sherri - It has not been my experience that UTI cause seizures - but a severe infection can cause ... | |
| Cat acting strange... is it medical? | 11/9/2009 |
| Q: Today my 4 year old cat started acting weird. He will jump up, act scared and start howling out of ... A: Kelly - Have you had your kitten examined by a veterinarian? Unfortunately I cannot tell you what ... | |
| Cat acting strange | 11/9/2009 |
| Q: She has been acting very strange ever since almost like she is drugged up or a bit 'paranoid' and ... A: Allison - Maybe there is the possibility that your kitty is uncomfortable after being shaved down. ... | |
| My dog has UTI | 11/9/2009 |
| Q: He is peeing out blood; and peeing a lot in the house. Im pretty sure he has UTI. But i cannot take ... A: Melo - I cannot believe that you would not consider taking you dog to a veterinarian even though ... | |
| Scabby and bleeding nose | 11/8/2009 |
| Q: My dog is a border collie/mongrel cross 12 years old living in Africa. His nose gets raw whitish ... A: Jack - It seems that your dog may have an autoimmune problem, but I cannot diagnose without the ... | |
| cats | 11/8/2009 |
| Q: i have a 15 month old female cat. she loves to eat plastic - wrappers, bags. shower curtain ect. ... A: Karen - It is not uncommon for cats to develop an interest in chewing odd things. Sometimes they ... | |
| Brain Tumor | 11/7/2009 |
| Q: our 9 year old boxer was diagnosed with a brain tumor yesterday. He has been put on Prednisolene ... A: Tracery - There is medication that can help your dog relax. Unfortunately, preadmission can cause ... | |
| food for cat with liver disease | 11/7/2009 |
| Q: An old previously neglected rescue cat with liver disease. will not eat her hills prescription diet ... A: Lesley - I would not advise feeding your cat raw eggs. There are supplements that can help to get ... | |
| feline diabetes | 11/6/2009 |
| Q: Today, my 4 year old cat has been diagnosed by blood test to have diabetes Symptoms are exessive ... A: Cheri - Sometimes diabetes can be managed with food, but that should be done under the supervision ... | |
| Schnauzer with a rash | 11/6/2009 |
| Q: My 2 1/2 year old schnauzer has a rash. I first noticed it under her arms. A day later, I noticed ... A: Carolyn - Unfortunately, there is no way for me to determine if your dog has allergies by looking ... | |
| Male dog bleeding from penis | 11/5/2009 |
| Q: I have a female golden retriever who has been in heat for almost 3 weeks. My male has had no ... A: LouAnn - You should have your dog seen by a veterinarian as soon as possible. Because your ... | |
| 4 week old kitten seems slow in motor skills | 11/5/2009 |
| Q: "hello....I have a litter of 6 kittens....they are about a month old.....all are up walking and ... A: Kimberley - You should have your kitten evaluated by a veterinarian. Unfortunately, without the ... | |
| Can a cat's ear break? | 11/4/2009 |
| Q: My cat is a little over a year old, and has always had ears that stand straight up. Lately I have ... A: Krystal - Sometimes when one ear is crooked, there is a possibility that the ear may be infected. ... | |
| Dog injury | 11/3/2009 |
| Q: While playing with other dogs one day my 50 lb young dog acquired a popping/cracking sound in the ... A: Anna - The best thing to do is to cage rest your dog. Rest is always good for an injury - ... | |
| cat doesn't eat | 11/3/2009 |
| Q: Ms Charlotte i have a cat that dont have the appetite to eat, i just noticed it today and she poops ... A: Maria - Have your cat examined by a veterinarian as soon as possible. The kitty will not get ... | |
| What should I do??? | 11/3/2009 |
| Q: Today I took my dog to Banfield The Pet Hospital(horrible place, by the way). Anyways, they took ... A: Laura - If you are worried about the condition of your dog - you should seek a second opinion. ... | |
| could you please tell me whats wrong with my dog | 11/2/2009 |
| Q: I have a 15 year old sheepdog. for the last few days my dog hasn't been eating propley. Also he is ... A: Amanda - Have you considered taking your dog to see examined by a veterinarian? There is no way ... | |
| Cat Sneezing | 11/2/2009 |
| Q: ..one time I saw something brownish liquid out of his nose....i do not know what is wrong with ... A: Alma - You should have your pet examined as soon as possible. I do not recommend getting ... | |
| Cat Losing Weight | 7/22/2009 |
| Q: My tabby cat is approximately 16 years old and he recently has been losing weight. I have been ... A: Doreen - There are several reasons why an older cat might be losing weight. Have him examined by ... | |
| My cats' bowels | 7/22/2009 |
| Q: Almost daily my older female cat jumps out of the litter box before her bowel movement is completed. ... A: Joyce - Perhaps the litter box is not as clean as she would like for it to be. Often, if a cat ... | |
| Heartworm Disease | 7/21/2009 |
| Q: Our 14 year old English springer has tested positive for heartworm disease. For the past month he ... A: Lynn - You should discuss this with your veterinarian - age is not usually a factor as much as the ... | |
| Swollen Tits on a mail dog | 7/20/2009 |
| Q: I am thinking about adopting a dog from a shelter. The dog's front right and left tits are black ... A: Jean - Unfortunately, I cannot tell you what the masses are on the dog with the benefit of a ... | |
| My Cat Keeps Regurgitating Every Time She Eats | 7/20/2009 |
| Q: My cat regurgitates every time she eats, only to still be hungry and go back for more. Otherwise she ... A: Deanna - Your cat should be examined by a veterinarian as soon as possible. There are many ... | |
| dog in pain | 7/19/2009 |
| Q: I have a 10year old Dalmation who is about 65 lbs. Recently she has come down with lamness in her ... A: Emily - Did you have radiographs taken to determine why your dog is in pain? Perhaps another ... | |
| 2 week old dachsund | 7/19/2009 |
| Q: Bottle feeding a two week old dachsund frist puppy to ever bottle feed what is good to feed with ... A: Carolyn - You should use puppy replacement milk to feed your pup. After about ten days they start ... | |
| Joint problem | 7/18/2009 |
| Q: Charlotte Sherrell, about a month ago (can't recall)I asked a question to Ms. Connell about my 2 yrs ... A: Janet - Depending on the medication, it can take 24 hours for the effects to become evident that ... | |
| English Bulldog | 7/18/2009 |
| Q: I have a 2-year-old female English Bulldog, weight 43-lbs. She will almost every day sit and rock ... A: Carrie - Unfortunately I cannot give you any insight why you Bulldog may be rocking back and ... | |
| What could be wrong with my cat. | 7/17/2009 |
| Q: My cat is just over a year old. Last week I took him to an animal sanctuary where he was given his ... A: Stephanie - Unfortunately, I cannot tell you what is bothering your dog without the benefit of a ... | |
| spot on my dogs eye | 7/16/2009 |
| Q: My friends rotti had a small dark spot on his eye - he was diagnosed with lymphomia and had to be ... A: Corae - Unfortunately, I cannot tell you what is wrong with your dog with the benefit of a physical ... | |
| Female dog in heat | 7/16/2009 |
| Q: I have a female dog 10 mths old in heat. Her coat looks awful is this a symptom or should I be ... A: Christine - Unfortunately, I cannot tell you what is wrong with your dog without the benefit of a ... | |
| sexual behavior on castrated males | 7/15/2009 |
| Q: Helo... I adopted my six-year-old dog from the city pound when I was living in LA. He was 3 months ... A: Thais - Sexual behavior is dogs is often due to dominance issues - especially when a male dog is ... | |
| Blatter infection/peeing outside the litterbox | 7/14/2009 |
| Q: I have a female cat who is between 10 and 12 years old. She started peeing blood into the bathtub ... A: Sabine - Many cats tend to associate using the litter box as an unpleasant experience once they ... | |
| Dog Stopped Wagging Tail | 7/14/2009 |
| Q: I found a series of responses to questions about dogs who stopped wagging their tails, but none of ... A: Chuck - I am not sure if the tumor is related to the tail problem, but you should have both ... | |
| Russian Blue male - Constant cold | 7/13/2009 |
| Q: I have a 10 years old Russian Blue desexed male I inherited June 2008 and he seems to have had a ... A: Kim - It is quite common for some cats to acquire what I call the "chronic snuffles". The ... | |
| sick feline | 7/13/2009 |
| Q: i took my cat in in january for check up and update of shots. he is an indoor cat all his life, is ... A: Steve - Geriatric cats can develop any number of diseases - overactive thyroid, diabetes, cancer, ... | |
| pitbulls n flea collers | 7/13/2009 |
| Q: i have bought my pitbull a flea coller but many people are telling me that all pittbulls are ... A: Tina - A flea collar is not the best treatment for fleas for any breed. In my experience, the ... | |
| Cat problem | 7/12/2009 |
| Q: I have a stray cat that i have been feeding and caring for the best I can for 3 years, he suddenly ... A: Cathy - Unfortunately, I cannot tell you what is going on with your kitty because I do not have ... | |
| Vaccinate indoor cats? | 7/11/2009 |
| Q: i have three cats that are kept indoors all the time. is it neccessary to get them vaccinated yearly ... A: Ting - Discuss your cat's vaccine schedule with your veterinarian. He/she should know the ... | |
| temporary paralysis in retreiver mix | 7/11/2009 |
| Q: My 4 yr. old retriever mix experienced a short term paralysis while in the yard. He did not shake, ... A: Kate - You should have your dog examined by a Kate as soon as possible. There is a possibility ... | |
| abandoned newborn kitten | 7/10/2009 |
| Q: I can't seem to stimulate the kitty to poop. It does pee, or could that be both? what do I look for? ... A: Carol - Why are you feeing her mineral oil? She simply needs kitten replacement milk which you ... | |
| I think my dog is sick...how do I know for sure? | 7/10/2009 |
| Q: My dog is about 8 years old and I recently noticed a problem when she goes to the bathroom. She has ... A: Bryttni - You should have your dog examined by a veterinarian as soon as possible. Trouble ... | |
| puppy with ibd and nuetering | 7/10/2009 |
| Q: i have a puppy hes 11 months old and he is being treated for ibd. he has a couple of good days ... A: Debra - Sometimes anesthesia can have an affect on the gastrointestinal tract of an animal. ... | |
| lame dog | 7/9/2009 |
| Q: i have an almost 3 yr old jack . over the last few weeks she has become lame and sore. she seems to ... A: Joanna - Your dog may possibly have arthritis or she may have any number of ailments that affect ... | |
| tick bite - now sick | 7/9/2009 |
| Q: my dog was bit last friday by a tick, today she threw up and had diaherra several times during the ... A: Mary - Even though it does not appear that you have an emergency, vomiting and diarrhea can become ... | |
| Ginger kitty died | 7/8/2009 |
| Q: I took my 3 year old Maine Coon to vet to have her teeth cleaned and she did not wake up. They ... A: Tracey - I am sorry for the loss of your kitty. Unfortunately, I cannot tell you why your cat ... | |
| Asymmetrical appearance of Ears | 7/8/2009 |
| Q: My pom's ears have always been fine, but last Sunday, when his ears are in relax condition, his left ... A: Jenny - There are many reasons why your dog's ears may be droopy. The problem may be neurological, ... | |
| Tail drooping- Redbone hound | 7/8/2009 |
| Q: This morning when I went out with our dogs, I noticed that our little Redbone Hound's tail was ... A: Suzanne - You should have your dog examined by a veterinarian as soon as possible. Perhaps he was ... | |
| pomoranians | 7/7/2009 |
| Q: how do i know if my female dog is pregnant? and if yes how long does the pregnancy last? A: Susana - Pregnancy in a dog lasts about 63 days; you can tell your dog is pregnant by observing ... | |
| Diarrhea and rectal bleeding | 7/7/2009 |
| Q: A friend from out of state just called very upset. her little chiwauwa had had diarrhea all day ... A: Lennette - Your friend should take her dog to a veterinarian. I cannot tell you if she dehydrated ... | |
| 6mo golden retriever | 7/6/2009 |
| Q: I think someone poisioned my baby he was fine the night before and again in the morning. He was ... A: Michele - I am sorry for the loss of your pet. However, I cannot determine why your dog passed ... | |
| Tooth Extraction | 7/6/2009 |
| Q: Hey, I have a Cat who is 14 years old. She only eats hard food and no matter how many times we have ... A: Sarah - If your cat has teeth that need to be extracted, then you should have them extracted. Bad ... | |
| what should i do | 7/6/2009 |
| Q: my dog Ann has had diariah for 2 days so far and she got sick on july 4,th and we havent been able ... A: Dustin - You should have your dog examined by a veterinarian as soon as possible. If she has had ... | |
| Fat Cat | 7/5/2009 |
| Q: My cat is 6 years old and has put on about 3 pounds in the last three years. I have always just left ... A: Tonja - You should be commended for recognizing that your cat needs to lose weight. Cat owners ... | |
| dog | 7/4/2009 |
| Q: i have a 2 year old pekingese, the other day he started walking with his back arched not really ... A: Shawn - You should have your dog examined by a veterinarian as soon as possible. Pekingese tend ... | |
| dog ear tumor | 7/4/2009 |
| Q: i took my dog to a vet because his ear started to smell and he kept shaking his head alot and his ... A: Rich - There are many symptoms that may indicate that your pet may have a tumor in his ear. The ... | |
| Gastroenteritis in dog | 7/3/2009 |
| Q: My dog refused to eat yesterday morning and developed diarrhea and vomiting in the afternoon. We ... A: Tatiana - Gastroenteritis can take a while to treat. Unfortunately, you pet will not get better ... | |
| dog fine this morning, now she is crying when i touch her. | 7/3/2009 |
| Q: please help. my dog was fine this morning, but i noticed that she didn't want to jump onto the ... A: Chris - My first suggestion is that you should have your pet evaluated for infection - ... | |
| 12 Year Old cat | 7/2/2009 |
| Q: she is constipated and throwing up yellowish liquid and as of the last couple hours very lethargic ... A: Jennifer - Perhaps you should consider having your pet examined by a veterinarian. You have an ... | |
| Anal gland | 7/1/2009 |
| Q: I have a 11 month old male neutered dog who recently got a mild infection in his anal glands, or ... A: Rachel - I am curious about why you would think that the fill-in vet would only want you to spend ... | |
| Dog smell | 7/1/2009 |
| Q: I have a 12 yr old Golden Retriever and have recently got a now, 7 month old Chocolate Lab. My ... A: Robin - Since the two dogs are playing often, there is the possibility that the odor you smell is ... | |
| Please HElp MY FERRET | 6/30/2009 |
| Q: I live in the mountains of Japan and my ferret is 5 years old now,and she got out last night. she ... A: Miranda - Unfortunately, I will not be able to determine what the sticky black seed things are ... | |
| asthma and my pitbull | 6/28/2009 |
| Q: my son was just recently diagnosed with moderate to severe asthma. Will my pitbull be a danger to my ... A: Crystal - I am not sure I understand your question - are you asking if asthma will cause your dog ... | |
| Cat's health quesion? | 6/27/2009 |
| Q: . I have a long haired cat unsure of what breed. She is about a year and a half old. She had her ... A: Sharon - If I were you I would call around until I find a veterinary office that has rates that I ... | |
| Canine Lungworm | 6/27/2009 |
| Q: I am a recently certified CVT, and new hire at my current clinic, and I performed a fecal analysis ... A: Andrew - The two conditions you describe can exist simultaneously. A lungworm has absolutely ... | |
| Shivering kitten | 6/26/2009 |
| Q: I have a 2 1/2 month old female ragdoll X. I noticed today that she's shivering when she's sleepy ... A: Melomommy - Have your kitty examined by a veterinarian. Shivering in dogs can be quite common, ... | |
| kittens | 6/26/2009 |
| Q: how can u tellif your kitten is blind A: Patty - Place several cottonballs in front of your kitty to see if she will respond to the moving ... | |
| Mucousy discharge around eyes, mouth, ears | 6/25/2009 |
| Q: My collie has this mucousy like black colored discharge around his eyes, ears and mouth. The only ... A: Stephanie - Unfortunately, I cannot treat your dog because he is not one of my patients. The ... | |
| 10 year old chihuahua female breast | 6/25/2009 |
| Q: A breeder is giving away some of his older dogs, and I drove to another state to get one. I have had ... A: Bev - It appears as though your new doggie needs to get used to her new surroundings. Also, it has ... | |
| animals | 6/23/2009 |
| Q: my friend had a dog that had a grothe and they just put a rubber band on it and it fell of and they ... A: Kayla - Putting a rubber band on a dog to get rid of a growth or to neuter it would be considered ... | |
| 14-year-old female dachshund has enlarged nipple? | 6/22/2009 |
| Q: Dr. nipple ? just below her right armpit. She has no pain, it is not red or oozing, it even has ... A: Veronica - You should have your dog examined by a veterinarian as soon as possible. You did not ... | |
| Toy Fox Terrier With Swollen Neck | 5/21/2009 |
| Q: I have 7 year old toy fox terrier that I rescued last year. He has been doing very good up until the ... A: Brooke - Have your pet seen by another veterinarian as soon as possible. If he is not holding the ... | |
| gassy 9 mo. old boston terrier | 5/20/2009 |
| Q: Our puppy eats Eukaneuba small bites for puppies. She is so gassy you can hear her passing gas. ... A: Michelle - Unfortunately, I cannot recommend medicines for your pet because she is not my ... | |
| bloody feline stool | 5/18/2009 |
| Q: I have a young mother cat that i was told may have worms causing her to have blood in her stool. ... A: Michele - Your veterinarian can tell you if your cat has worms and what type of worms they are. ... | |
| flakes! | 5/17/2009 |
| Q: Recently,i notice tiny flakes on the underside of the ear and around the neck of my 4 year old ... A: Yap su chii - Unfortunately, I cannot tell you what is going on with your dog's skin without the ... | |
| shepherd | 5/15/2009 |
| Q: I have a 15 year old german shepherd and I'm having trouble deciding if it's time to put him down. ... A: Jessica - Determining whether or not to mechanize is one of the toughest things a pet owner has to ... | |
| hook worms | 5/15/2009 |
| Q: My chihuahua got hookworms about 3 months ago and woke me up every hour or so with diarrhea and the ... A: Anna - Your dog may have gotten the hookworms from her mother. Ask your veterinarian to redo the ... | |
| black cat having kittens | 5/14/2009 |
| Q: Can a black cat have Siamese kittens? We found a dead Siamese kitten under the shed and one alive. ... A: Esther - I am sure that cat appreciated you taking care of her baby while she was away looking for ... | |
| Kitten not going to litter box | 5/14/2009 |
| Q: ) I bought some days a persian dollface 1 month and 1 week old. The litter sand I bought is the ... A: Xavier - The natural place for the cat to urinate is dirt. Normally cats want a different place ... | |
| Watery Eyes | 5/12/2009 |
| Q: Our one and a half year old half Shiba Inu half mini American Eskimo's left eye has been "tearing" ... A: Kylie - Certainly, she could have allergies, but that should be determined by a veterinarian. ... | |
| my dog | 5/11/2009 |
| Q: if baby aspins okay how much would i give my dog its a heathy full grown female black lab? A: Ambur - I do not recommend giving baby aspirin to dogs or cats. If your dog is in pain ask your ... | |
| 4 year old dog and bowel movements | 5/10/2009 |
| Q: My 4 year old dachshund/terrier mix has not had a bowel movement since around 7 on Thursday night ... A: Crystal - There is a possibility that your dog may not feel comfortable having a bowel moment if ... | |
| my 11 yr. old pom | 5/10/2009 |
| Q: My pom is panting excessively. He has been diagnosed with heart and kidney illness. The excessive ... A: Deb - Have your dog examined by a veterinarian as soon as possible. He may be uncomfortable due ... | |
| dog with tick | 5/10/2009 |
| Q: How do I remove a tick from a dog that doesnt stay still for to long. The tick is on the head. Ive ... A: Michael - Try placing mineral oil on the tick, wait about three minutes, and then pull the tick ... | |
| dog with persistent cough | 5/9/2009 |
| Q: I have a 6 year old miniture maltese who has been coughing for 3 days now. It's a dry, persistent ... A: Christy - Unfortunately, I cannot tell you whether or not your dog is critical. If your dog is ... | |
| dog is limping | 5/8/2009 |
| Q: My 10 mth old bichon is limping on her front left foot today. I inspected it, and found what looks ... A: Deanna - Unfortunately, I am not in a position to help you. I have no way of knowing what is wrong ... | |
| Cat's Eye Leaking | 5/8/2009 |
| Q: My 8 month old kitten/cat has a problem with one of his eyes leaking. The vet gave us two different ... A: Jen - Cats that spend time around a lot of cats (either at a pet store or at a shelter) often end ... | |
| pitbull | 5/8/2009 |
| Q: I have a 8 month old male pit who I just noticed has red bumps all around his area, and also has a ... A: Morganne - What do your mean by his area? Have you had your puppy examined by a veterinarian? ... | |
| wrong treatment by veterinarian for dog | 5/7/2009 |
| Q: I have a 9 yr old female blue heeler. Two weeks ago I took her to see a veterinarian because she ... A: Michael - If you owe the veterinarian you have to pay him/her the balance of what your owe. I do ... | |
| swollen vulva in spayed 8 yr old female | 5/6/2009 |
| Q: My 8 yr old female spayed lab mix has swollen red vulva. Initial tests, urinalysis, aerobic ... A: Carta - Is your dog licking her vulva? If she is licking, that will cause her vulva to be ... | |
| Dog Bite Wounds / Urgent :( | 5/5/2009 |
| Q: Our beloved Winston the Whippet got attacked at the dog park by a larger dog. We only noticed the ... A: Sho - You should have your dog examined by a veterinarian as soon as possible in order to prevent ... | |
| Purple Discoloration | 5/5/2009 |
| Q: My maltipoo mya is almost 9 months and a couple of months ago i noticed that the skin around the ... A: Francisca - Is the skin turning colors or is your dog bruising? If your dog is bruising, you ... | |
| seizures and dogs | 5/5/2009 |
| Q: I would like to know if seizures are common in Chihuahua dogs. I have a Chihuahua mix dog and she ... A: Sheila- Seizures are not necessarily common in Chihuahuas but low blood sugar is common with some ... | |
| Kitten with Diarrhea | 5/4/2009 |
| Q: My kitten has had diarrhea for over a week and is being treated with medication by my vet. However, ... A: Lauren - Have you tried contacting your vet's office to find a product that can protect your ... | |
| Labrador Listless and walking gingerly | 5/4/2009 |
| Q: We have a 12 year old female lab who, just today, has been sleeping a lot. We cam home from being ... A: Heidi - You should have your dog examined by a veterinarian as soon as possible. Unfortunately, I ... | |
| very RUNNY nose | 5/3/2009 |
| Q: I have a 8yo mixed (blue tic) that has had chronic nasal discharge for over a year. It came on ... A: Scott - There are a number of reasons why your dog might have a nasal discharge - she may have a ... | |
| Cat won't walk | 5/2/2009 |
| Q: Our cat has suddenly developed an ailment. Let me start by saying that he currently has had some ... A: Ryan - Have your cat examined by a veterinarian as soon as possible. I cannot diagnose your cat's ... | |
| PREGNANT CAT | 5/2/2009 |
| Q: I think my cat is pregnant, I noticed a lump on her rear left side and it keeps getting bigger but ... A: Natasha - Most cats do not usually carry their pregnancy on one side. Perhaps the lump is abscess ... | |
| Anal glands | 5/2/2009 |
| Q: I have a basic question about a dogs anal glands. I know alittle about them but cant find the answer ... A: Brinana - The anal sacs should empty whenever the dog has a bowel movement. The dog may also use ... | |
| keeping masquitos off my dog | 5/1/2009 |
| Q: I'm trying to keep mosquitos off my dog. can I use Listerine in a spray bottle and will it work? I ... A: Carl - I do not recommend spraying Listerine on your dog. i have not seen garlic powder work in ... | |
| Chinese Crested Dog | 5/1/2009 |
| Q: I have the opportunity to purchase a Hairless Chinese Crested puppy. My question is do all Chinese ... A: Busymantis - It has been my experience that Chinese Crested dogs tend to lose their teeth quite ... | |
| About my dog | 4/30/2009 |
| Q: My dog has been thowing up for about the last 30 minutes. She is also very restless, I worryed! and ... A: Christi - You should take your dog to the veterinarian as soon as you can. If a emergency ... | |
| 1.5 yr old female NON spayed cat | 4/30/2009 |
| Q: My cat, will hide behind the washer where it is dark, or hide in a cage and just sit there, I have ... A: Carol - You should have your cat examined by a veterinarian as soon as possible. There are a ... | |
| 6 year old Sheltie, female | 4/29/2009 |
| Q: last night my little girl started pacing alot, vomited 4 times,seems to drink a little more than ... A: Shawn - I cannot diagnose your dog's ailments, but is sounds as if she should be examined by a ... | |
| dog eating dirt | 4/29/2009 |
| Q: my 11 year old schnauzer(spayed female) roots around and eats mulch. I planted some plants and had ... A: Susan - There are many reasons why animals eat things they should not eat. Perhaps she likes the ... | |
| Limping Mini Schnauzer | 4/28/2009 |
| Q: My 13lb, 2 year old mini schnauzer was I injured this morning by getting caught underfoot of my ... A: Cathy - If your dog is not weight bearing on the leg, you should have have her seen by a ... | |
| Cyclosporin Treatment | 4/27/2009 |
| Q: Our 8 year old Jack Russell/Bichon cross was diagnosed 2 years ago with Immune-Mediated Rheumatoid ... A: Lynn - In my experience the generic cyclosporine has not been as effective as the brand name. I ... | |
| Cat keeps throwing up | 4/26/2009 |
| Q: There is no food in it or hair, it is mostly clear with a slight tint to it. She has never had this ... A: Jason - Have your pet evaluated by a veterinarian as soon as possible. Vomiting repeatedly can ... | |
| Possible FSH? Little More Info Appreciated | 4/26/2009 |
| Q: I understand that without observation and testing, there's no way to know for certain what is wrong ... A: The symptoms you describe do sound a bit like your cat may have the hyperesthesia syndrome. This ... | |
| Border Collie and medications | 4/26/2009 |
| Q: My 10 year old Border Collie has a bad knee and bad hip. He was given deramaxx and tramadol. The ... A: Stephanie - Hopefully your pet is already on heartworm prevention. If is he not on HW prevention, ... | |
| diet for my sick dog | 4/25/2009 |
| Q: My 86lb lab has been put on a chicken and rice diet while he is taking steroids. How much should I ... A: Jane - I think you should consult your veterinarian to determine how much your dog should be ... | |
| School Project | 4/25/2009 |
| Q: I am currently attending Oulton college in Moncton,NB,Canada for the Veterinarian Technician course. ... A: Amanda - If the canine dew claw is loose and and very mobile, it is recommended that it be ... | |
| Dog Cold? | 4/24/2009 |
| Q: We have a 17 week old Airedale. He appears to have a cold. Symptoms are a very runny nose with ... A: Bruce - You did not mention whether your dog has had any vaccines. The symptoms you describe do ... | |
| Possible FSH? Little More Info Appreciated | 4/24/2009 |
| Q: I understand that without observation and testing, there's no way to know for certain what is wrong ... A: Try - Would you mind clarifying what you mean by FSH? In veterinary medicine there are many ... | |
| Round worms | 4/24/2009 |
| Q: i just got a puppy who is around a month old maybe 5 weeks, i know i shouldn't have taken her away ... A: Tubah - What you are describing is a normal reaction to deworming if the animal is has a heavy ... | |
| Wild, aggressive kitten | 4/23/2009 |
| Q: Sherrell... I adopted a kitten (mixed breed) last September when he was 6 weeks old. He's now 8 ... A: Pattie - What you are describing is the normal behavior of a kitten. Perhaps this kitten is extra ... | |
| Fiber for dogs | 4/23/2009 |
| Q: I have a dog with anal gland issues and they need to be emptied about every month. I currently feed ... A: Lois - Pumpkin is indeed high in fiber and may help your dog's anal sacs. I usually do not ... | |
| re progressive wasting | 4/22/2009 |
| Q: my 7year old siamese cross neutered male cat is progressively wasting away over the past while. I've ... A: Monty - It is difficult to recommend treatment for a cat that I have not seen, but perhaps you ... | |
| Lipoma Cat | 4/22/2009 |
| Q: I found a squishy lump on the back right leg of my 9 year old cat. It does not seem to hurt him when ... A: Jo - It will not hurt to get a second opinion, but your veterinarian is correct is recommending ... | |
| Cat vomiting more frequently than usual | 4/21/2009 |
| Q: I have a 6 year old cat who will occasionally gobble his food and vomit or vomit when he has a ... A: Rachel - There are several reasons why cats vomit or "throw up" their food. Constipation, ... | |
| my 2wk old pitbull puppy... | 4/21/2009 |
| Q: has been constantly crying for the past 3 hours. she is also shaking. any reason as to why she is ... A: Andrea - Is your two week old puppy with her mother or are you caring for her? If she is with a ... | |
| greatdane | 4/20/2009 |
| Q: what to feed my greatdane while she is pregnant? A: Michael - Your dog's diet should depend on her age and her size. She does have a higher ... | |
| Eye Infection? | 4/19/2009 |
| Q: I have a 7 year old chocolate lab who is in glorious health and very active. However I noticed the ... A: Jaynie - Have your pet examined by a veterinarian. I do not recommended that you use Neosporin on ... | |
| Pepper | 4/19/2009 |
| Q: Took Pepper to our vet on Friday and he stayed over night due to not eating, drinking, lethargic, ... A: Carlos - Have your vet reevaluate your pet. You did not say how old your pet was - is he a ... | |
| puppy with parvo | 4/18/2009 |
| Q: I have a 15 week old puppy that is at the vets being treated for parvo for the past four days. The ... A: Sandra - I do not think it is a good idea to have your puppy treated at home for parvovirus ... | |
| 12 Week Old Kitten w/ Coccidia | 4/17/2009 |
| Q: Recently I purchased a Bengal kitten from a breeder. We picked him up almost a week ago. 4 days ... A: Trisha - Coccidia is a hearty parasite that is protozoan in nature. One must be extremely ... | |
| dog breathing | 4/17/2009 |
| Q: my friends dog harks up mucus, and constantly harks without mucus, she is 12, and seems to be fine ... A: Karen - There are several reasons why a dog would cough up mucus. If the dog coughs frequently, ... | |
| puppy recovering from parvo | 4/15/2009 |
| Q: He is drinking but I am having trouble getting him to eat. All he wants to eat is his dry puppy food ... A: Mindy - I assume that your dog is not vomiting or does not have diarrhea, which are the classic ... | |
| 2 week old Kitten | 4/14/2009 |
| Q: I have 2 week old kittens. One of them seems like it is having seizures. It twitches and rolls it's ... A: Sally - The symptoms you describe are not normal at all. Have your kitten examined by a ... | |
| Puppy liquid secretion issues when asleep | 4/13/2009 |
| Q: I have a 10 month old Shetland Sheepdog. She was spayed at 6 and a half months. In the past couple ... A: Anne - It is not uncommon for young puppies to develop vaginitis. This may account for the ... | |
| my dog fell off the stairs | 4/13/2009 |
| Q: sir,my 3month old german shepherd fell off from the 2nd floor stair around 24hrs back.initially he ... A: Pallivi - Most likely, your dog may have a fractured rib or some pain following his fall. You did ... | |
| 8 week old Pug with bowed legs | 4/12/2009 |
| Q: I am going to take our new pug puppy to the vet, but just thought I'd ask your opinion. We just ... A: Nicholas - The umbilical hernia can be repaired very easily. The deformation you describe in the ... | |
| Blood in Cat Stool | 4/10/2009 |
| Q: We just purchased a siamese. She is 1 1/2 yrs old, only had her 1st kitten shots, unaltered, and ... A: Rachel - There are many reasons why your cat may have blood in her stool. Intestinal parasitism ... | |
| Hyperthyroid symptoms & low WBC count | 4/10/2009 |
| Q: My female cat's blood test results indicate complete low WBC count with neutrophhils, eosinophils, ... A: Joy - You should definitely gave your cat tested to determine if the thyroid is overactive. ... | |
| treating worms in my 2 yr old cat | 4/9/2009 |
| Q: i have a 2 yr old cat that has never been outside, although i did find him and his sister and ... A: Tracie - In my opinion, it is not safe to treat cats with over the counter medication. Deworming ... | |
| Heart worm recovery. | 4/8/2009 |
| Q: I addopted a shelty mix that had been treated for heart worm. Then he was on heart guard for 5 ... A: Sharrill - The cough may be likely do to damage to the lungs while the animal was infected with ... | |
| Cat with kidney stones needs surgery | 4/7/2009 |
| Q: I am at a loss as to what to do. My 11 year old cat has been xrayed and ultrasound, for she is ... A: Gisele - Unfortunately, I do not think you will find a "sympathetic" veterinarian that would do ... | |
| blood in stool | 4/7/2009 |
| Q: I rescued a cat from the local shelter and we thought she was pregnant but after a few weeks they ... A: Ralph, If her abdomen is distended you should have her evaluated by a veterinarian as soon as ... | |
| male dog under 2 yrs | 4/7/2009 |
| Q: when a dog urinates should there be a discharge after or what if discharge (thick cloudy)appears ... A: Nicole - You did not say whether your dog is intact or has been neutered. If the dog has not been ... | |
| Aural Hematoma | 4/6/2009 |
| Q: My 10 year old Golden Retriever has an aural hematoma. Our vet has recommended surgery, which is ... A: Sandy - Surgical repair of an aural hematoma is absolutely the best way to correct a hematoma. ... | |
| Panting dog | 4/5/2009 |
| Q: I have a 6 year old westie. It is uncommon for her to pant. However, this morning she started ... A: J - Have your dog examined as soon as possible. The fact that she is uncomfortable indicates that ... | |
| allergies | 4/5/2009 |
| Q: my grandmother had taken in a dog that was set out and it turned out that the dog had parvo. well ... A: Stephanie - The symptoms you describe may indicate a reaction to something; contact your ... | |
| radial-osteotomy 01/20/09 | 4/4/2009 |
| Q: My 9 month old had surgery on 1/20/09 and now we are dealing with muscle atrophy since he was in an ... A: Laurene, You veterinary surgeon can instruct you on rehabilitative ideas to help strengthen ... | |
| dog licking cat wounds | 4/4/2009 |
| Q: My dog is 2 yrs old and licks a stray cat that was born on my patio and is also 2 yrs old. The cat ... A: Cheryle - Is it possible for a mobile veterinarian to make house calls to see your cat? In most ... | |
| dog bowel habits | 4/3/2009 |
| Q: I think it has been 2 full days since my 11 year old spaniel has had bowel movement. Vet said she ... A: Anne - You dog has two reasons why she is not using the bathroom - she does not like going in the ... | |
| panting and shaking | 4/2/2009 |
| Q: I have a nine year old yorkie mix who is generally healthy. I play ball with him daily but when I ... A: Alyssa - Unfortunately, I cannot diagnose your dog's problem without the benefit of a physical ... | |
| What is wrong with my puppy? | 4/1/2009 |
| Q: My Chihuahua has been acting really weird. The morning of 3-29-09 my dog disappeared. The next day ... A: Amanda - It sounds as if your dog may have experienced trauma to the body such as being hit by a ... | |
| Cracking Joints | 3/31/2009 |
| Q: I have a half Bernese/half Shepherd female dog. Since she was a small pup (she's two now), her ... A: Gellia - I really do not recommend using an anti inflammatory that may cause your dog to reduce ... | |
| My GSD in pain | 3/30/2009 |
| Q: My 3yr old german shepherd male was neutered in Feb 2009. He has been in pain ever since. When he ... A: Pam - Have you talked with your veterinarian regarding your concerns? The symptoms you described ... | |
| Blood in stool | 3/29/2009 |
| Q: We have a 13 week old mini Aussie, he was on medication for possible colitis for 8 days. after a day ... A: Kathy - Absolutely, your dog can be stressed by the way you are correcting him. Colitis can be ... | |
| demodectic mange,dog,ivermectin dose | 3/29/2009 |
| Q: My 30 lb dog has demodectic mange. how long do I give the 1cc of liquid ivermectin per 33lb dog ... A: Clifford - I hope you are treating your dog with the help of your veterinarian. With that being ... | |
| yorkie puppy | 3/29/2009 |
| Q: I have a 3 mth. old yorkie puppy and I noticed today that he has been drolling excessively and i ... A: Debbie - You should have your pet examined by a veterinarinn as soon as possible. Your pup may ... | |
| Quick Question: Giardia | 3/28/2009 |
| Q: Sherrell, Thank you in advance for your kind assistance. I recently got a 14-month old female ... A: Linda - Treating giardia can sometimes be challenging. One must be particularly fastidious and ... | |
| Dog Walking | 3/27/2009 |
| Q: me and my girlfriend have recently purchased a black lab puppy, he has now reached 16 weeks, we ... A: Dominic - You have described very normal "lab puppy" behavior. The fact that he sleeps in the ... | |
| chesapeake fur loss sweaty smelly skin | 3/27/2009 |
| Q: my chesapeake was diagnosed through a blood test that he is allegic to mostly molds,cedar,juniper ... A: Cathy - Have your dog evaluated by a veterinary dermatologist if there is one available in your ... | |
| Senior cat very underweight, food suggestions? | 3/26/2009 |
| Q: I have two cats, both adult females. The oldest cat was rescued from a shelter 7 years ago and we ... A: Tatiana - Your cat is probably not losing weight due to the food she eats. Elderly animals need to ... | |
| Baytril v. Clavamox | 3/25/2009 |
| Q: I'll make this succinct. I have a fantastic mobile vet because I have 7 rescued cats. But, 1 of them ... A: Kristen - You should have your veterinarian determine what meds to give your cat. Best ... | |
| PUPPY WITH BLOOD AND MUCAS IN STOOL | 3/24/2009 |
| Q: I just rescued a 10 wk. old sheltie from an Amish farm. I know for a fact he has roundworms and I ... A: Christina - Have your new dog evaluated by a veterinarian as soon as possible. You should not take ... | |
| CAT: Converting an Indoor to an Outdoor | 3/24/2009 |
| Q: I have a 4 year old female house cat that has been in the family for most of her life. She is fixed ... A: Eva - I do not think you would be a horrible mommy, but I think you should reconsider putting an ... | |
| Cracking Joints | 3/23/2009 |
| Q: I have a half Bernese/half Shepherd female dog. Since she was a small pup (she's two now), her ... A: Gellia - Aspirin is not as effective an anti inflammatory as Rimadyl. I do not understand your ... | |
| how often to vaccinate | 3/23/2009 |
| Q: I want some non biased info on how often getting my pets vaccinated. We have 2 dogs and a cat. All ... A: James - Consult with your veterinarian about how often you should vaccinate your pets. Vaccines ... | |
| cauliflower ear? | 3/21/2009 |
| Q: my dog has caulliflower ear. she shakes her head constantly. i got her from a couple of people who ... A: Janet - Have you dog examined by a veterinarian as soon as possible. She is shaking her head ... | |
| Post Surgery loose stools | 3/21/2009 |
| Q: At the end of January, my cat was in a cat fight and had to have eye surgery to repair the damage. ... A: Barry - After two months, the antibiotic should have cleared the body and should not be causing ... | |
| Boston Terrier itching left side | 3/21/2009 |
| Q: About 2 weeks ago I bought 2 Boston Terrier puppies, who are now 11 weeks old. My male itches about ... A: Teresa - I don't think it is a puppy thing - most likely your pup does actually itch on that side. ... | |
| Newborn kittens | 3/20/2009 |
| Q: My cat just gave birth to two kittens on our son's bed. Should I move them or leave them alone? If ... A: Tenysha - You can move the cats to a quiet place such as a closet or a bathroom. Just make sure ... | |
| my chiwahwah/terrier is actin weird | 3/19/2009 |
| Q: he has been draggin his but on the ground,eatin cat poop,really clingy,and is walkin weird w/ his ... A: Paige - You need to have your dog examined by a veterinarian as soon as possible. Cheap remedies ... | |
| Cat Pee's everywhere | 3/18/2009 |
| Q: I have a cat and she is around 9 months old. She has being peeing the sofa the carpet and I do not ... A: Alma - Cats do not urinate on your sofa or on the carpet because they are too "lazy" to use the ... | |
| safe pain med for pregnant dog/aggressive male | 3/18/2009 |
| Q: My 40 days pregnant toy aussie was in a fight this evening and is painful in her left front leg and ... A: Lani - Consult with your veterinarian before giving your dog pain meds. I cannot make a ... | |
| Feline recurring abcess | 3/17/2009 |
| Q: I have a cat that had a below the ear/neck area abcess 1 month ago. It was drained & treated with ... A: Tonya - The infection causes the abscess. It is not uncommon for an abscess to recur in a cat. ... | |
| my sisters dog | 3/17/2009 |
| Q: My sisters dog is a 13 year old husky. She lives with me and every night since she has been here i ... A: Nora - The best thing for you to do is to have the dog evaluated by a veterinarian as soon as ... | |
| cat hissing | 3/15/2009 |
| Q: I have 3 cats, 2 female, and 1 male, they are 2 and 3 years old, and have lived together all their ... A: Kayla - Perhaps the other cats detect the scent of the veterinary hospital on the newly spayed ... | |
| Intermittent muscle weakness causing collapse | 3/15/2009 |
| Q: On two separate occasions, I've seen my dog (Shepherd mix)get shakey weak legs and will just fall to ... A: Charles - I cannot attempt to diagnose without the benefit of a physical exam. There are several ... | |
| english bulldog | 3/14/2009 |
| Q: I run an animal shelter and we have a young (1-2 )English Bulldog whoseems to have no control over ... A: Rhonda - You should consult a veterinarian for an evaluation and physical exam of the bulldog. ... | |
| My cat has bad gas | 3/13/2009 |
| Q: I have a new cat and he frequently passes some really smelly gas. He came to me as a stray. I live ... A: Janice - Perhaps the food your new cat is eating does agree with his stomach. You may need to try ... | |
| feline anal leakage | 3/13/2009 |
| Q: I have a nine year old spayed female cat that has anal leakage when picked up. It is runny with a ... A: Tami - Have your cat examined by a veterinarian. It sounds as if her anal sacs are expressing ... | |
| Cat with a lump | 3/12/2009 |
| Q: My cat has a lump on the top of her head about the size of a small gooseberry. She has had it ... A: You should have your car examined by a veterinarian. It sounds as though your cat may have an ... | |
| Cat vomiting / diarrhea | 3/12/2009 |
| Q: I have a 10 year old male (neutered) short-hair cat that I have had since he was about ten days old ... A: Gina - You should have your cat seen by a veterinarian as soon as possible. There are a myriad of ... | |
| cat's paw problem | 3/11/2009 |
| Q: My cat is 3 years old. Male. He never been outside. Recently I noticed a weird thing in his pow. It ... A: Tatyana - It sounds as if you are describing a vestigial nail, but without a physical exam I ... | |
| need help with puppy | 3/10/2009 |
| Q: i got a 8 week old female golden retreiver puppy last weekend she has been in the house sence i got ... A: Jessica - Unfortunately, I cannot diagnose what is going on with your pup without the benefit of a ... | |
| Kitten | 3/10/2009 |
| Q: I adopted a stray kitten who is now 4-5 months old. He appeared quite healthy when I took him in ... A: Vivian - Have your kitten examined by your veterinarian. Often, with small animals, the blood ... | |
| re: vaccination | 3/10/2009 |
| Q: My puppy is a parvo survivor and she has been well for about a year now. She had contacted it when ... A: Debbie - Your dog has a limited amount of protection against parvovirus but I do not know the ... | |
| my lab | 3/9/2009 |
| Q: I just noticed that my 10 yr old male neutered lab has stopped wagging his tail; it is drooping and ... A: Janine - It is difficult to determine what is bothering your dog without the benefit of a physical ... | |
| what supplements for liver challenged dog? | 3/9/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1 year old peek-a-poo with a small liver. Liver Shunt ruled out by Tobias at UT Knox. ... A: Kate - Every doctor practices in a different manner. I am reluctant to recommend supplements that ... | |
| Strange "cough"/gag | 3/8/2009 |
| Q: My dog is about 1.5 years old. She's a chihuahua mix up to date on all shots and on heartworm and ... A: Kelly - Those symptoms do sound like reverse sneezing. Unfortunately reverse sneezing can be ... | |
| heavy blood loss in nursing bitch | 3/7/2009 |
| Q: my 4 year old bullmastiff bitch had her first litter of just two puppies 4 days ago. One of her ... A: Audrey - Some blood/meconium loss is expected after whelping. Check her gums to see if she is ... | |
| Internal bleeding in cats | 3/7/2009 |
| Q: My cat was about 16 years old. She became sick and when I took her to the Vet, he said her body was ... A: Cindy - There are several diseases that can cause internal bleeding in a cat. There are times when ... | |
| Cat has a "sliver" | 3/7/2009 |
| Q: I just pulled a 1/2 inch sharp pine needle out of my cat! She goes outside and most likely crawled ... A: Heather - The form mass you described may be an abscess caused by the pine needle. Abscesses occur ... | |
| injured cat tail | 3/6/2009 |
| Q: about 2 weeks ago my kitten 8 months old tail was limp, I don't know how she injured it. I took her ... A: Teresa - Radiographs should give you some indication of what is going on with your kitty. Request ... | |
| Please help me know whats wong with my chihuahua! | 3/6/2009 |
| Q: ..and she will not eat and only drink alittle, and she has little to no energy...and this morning ... A: Lacie - Unfortunately, I cannot diagnose what is wrong with your Chihuahua without the benefit of ... | |
| OUT OF BREATH DOG | 3/5/2009 |
| Q: I have a 6 mo old Westie. When she was 3 mos the vet noticed she had a mild heart murmur. She has ... A: Erika - There is certainly the possibility that the heart murmur has become worse; there are also ... | |
| black spot on cat's nose | 3/5/2009 |
| Q: Should I be concerned about the black spot on my cat's nose? The black spot appeared a few months ... A: Mike - You should take your cat to a veterinarian to determine if the spot is just pigmentation ... | |
| Vomiting Boxer | 3/4/2009 |
| Q: I have a 14 month old petite female boxer. She has been vomiting frothy, bile like matter every ... A: Julie - I don't think that moving furniture would cause vomiting. A change in food might cause ... | |
| shitz tzu canine teeth | 3/4/2009 |
| Q: Our 6 year female(neutered, never bred) has a constant problem with a crust building up on the ... A: Brian - There are usually dermatological reasons why dogs have crusty buildup on the mouth. The ... | |
| necrotic tongue in dog, etc. | 3/3/2009 |
| Q: My 5 lb, 9 yr old Chihuahua had surgery twice for shoulder bone dislocation and torn tendons. One ... A: Rosemary - My first inclination is that the necrotic tongue resulted from a drug reaction because ... | |
| necrotic tongue in dog, etc. | 3/2/2009 |
| Q: My 5 lb, 9 yr old Chihuahua had surgery twice for shoulder bone dislocation and torn tendons. One ... A: Rosemarie - Your dog seems to have been through a lot lately. I have a few ideas why her tongue ... | |
| wolf worms | 3/2/2009 |
| Q: hey my cats has some kind of worms i think it is wolf worms what do i do to help her is she going to ... A: Evelyn - If you are seeing worms from your cat you should have your cat examined by a ... | |
| Extreme weight loss in cat | 3/1/2009 |
| Q: doc. I'm hoping you might be able to shed some light on an issue I'm having with my 11 year old DMH ... A: Jes - It sounds as if you have done a thorough diagnostic workup. Without seeing your pet and ... | |
| puppy breath | 3/1/2009 |
| Q: We have a cocker spaniel puppy who is 10 weeks old. His breath smells metallic. Could this be ... A: Kathy - The way his breath smells is usually a result of his overall health and the food he eats. ... | |
| Lethargic, smelly dog | 2/28/2009 |
| Q: I have a dog that seems to be growing weaker i.e. unable to jump up on his doghouse like he used to. ... A: Chris - You should have your dog examined by a veterinarian as son as possible. He is obviously ... | |
| Toy poodle | 2/28/2009 |
| Q: My toy poodle has been panting excessively for the past 2 days.She is 6years old .She is ... A: Jenny - You should have your pet examined by a veterinarian as soon as possible. The heavy ... | |
| Sudden walking in circles and bumping into things | 2/27/2009 |
| Q: My 10 year old labordor/australian shepard mix started about an hour ago acting strangly. I called ... A: Lisa - The sooner you get help for your dog, the easier it will be on his body and the easier for ... | |
| chocolate poisoning? | 2/27/2009 |
| Q: A friend of mine has an overweight (9lb.) Yorkie that she feeds chocolate to as a treat. I keep ... A: Babette - I am not able to find information that indicate that feeding chocolate has cumulative ... | |
| Cat wheezing | 2/26/2009 |
| Q: I have taken my cat to the vet almost weekly since we brought her home from a rescue center on ... A: Cindy - Unfortunately, I cannot give you a diagnosis because I have not given your cat a physical ... | |
| Dog fainting | 2/26/2009 |
| Q: My 8 month old Wheaten Terrier got very scared today when a screen door fell. He ran into the living ... A: Kim - If your dog is high strung there is a possibility that frightening him can cause him to ... | |
| Kitten has blood on bottom after defecating | 2/25/2009 |
| Q: I have a 4 month old kitten I adopted from a shelter about a month ago and he's been having some ... A: Emma - You should have your kitty examined by a veterinarian as soon as possible to avoid more ... | |
| urinating | 2/25/2009 |
| Q: My 11 year old spaniel is all of a sudden dripping everywhere she goes. Just small droplets-I don't ... A: Anne - You should have your pet examined by a veterinarian. There are a couple of reasons why your ... | |
| Sedatives on pets | 2/24/2009 |
| Q: I have to shift my dog, German Shepherd 10 yrs old via 21 hr long journey in train in India. One ... A: Amrita - I generally do not recommend sedatives for pets on trips - long or short trips. Sedative ... | |
| dog bitten by coyote | 2/24/2009 |
| Q: What to do for dog bitten by coyote, several times. A: Leah - Have your dog examined by a veterinarian as soon as possible. Even minor bites can become ... | |
| Female Cat with UTI/Cystitis and Crystals | 2/24/2009 |
| Q: I have a 4 year old female cat who has been suffering with a UTI/cystitis for a few months now. ... A: Ellen - I think you are making a mistake by not giving your cat the prescription diet to help ... | |
| Feline w/nasal discharge | 2/23/2009 |
| Q: Male cat, 1 1/2 yrs, has had nasal discharge(green-yellow) for over 1 yr, Have seen 3 vets, cat has ... A: Dawn - Have you consulted an internal medicine specialist? That should probably next move. Your ... | |
| Cat/Urine? | 2/23/2009 |
| Q: About 4 months ago we rescued a 2 yr old male cat from a shelter. When we adopted him from the ... A: Barn - Often when a cat is sick, they will urinate outside the litter box to let you know that ... | |
| Eye and ear problem | 2/22/2009 |
| Q: I have a 5 year old pembroke corgi, yesterday I noticed her left eye had some fluid draining from ... A: Tom - I think you should have your dog examined by a veterinarian. I cannot make a diagnosis ... | |
| Border Collie dies suddenly | 2/22/2009 |
| Q: Our 9 year old Border Collie had severe DJD and was taking 50 mg deramaxx daily, 50 mg Tramadol ... A: Sonny - I am sorry to hear of the death of your dog. Without the benefit of seeing the bloodwork ... | |
| My Baby | 2/22/2009 |
| Q: I hear everyone saying u don't declaw a dog but whats the difference between declawing a cat or dog? ... A: Jane - In my humble opinion, declawing should not be done to any animal. It is usually not done ... | |
| my cat and shedding | 2/21/2009 |
| Q: I have a cat that at one time was wild - he came to my door quite sick and I took him in - to the ... A: Sandy - Unfortunately, I do not think that there is a product actually prevents shedding of cat ... | |
| Too much protein? | 2/21/2009 |
| Q: I have recently been looking into dog food and what nutrients are better for dogs. I am trying to ... A: Rachel - Of course, any animal can have too much protein!! You are correct in stating that too ... | |
| older dog, anesthesia, elevated liver enzymes | 2/20/2009 |
| Q: My 12 year old golden retriever/chow mix is scheduled next week to have a dime size black mass ... A: Cliff - I understand your concern. Any type of surgical procedure should be viewed with care and ... | |
| Veterinarians and nutrition | 2/20/2009 |
| Q: I distrust the allegations I frequently see on the net. How much nutrition are you taught in ... A: Labman - You are right to distrust many things you read on the internet. I can tell you that my ... | |
| kitten has mucus matting it's eyes | 2/20/2009 |
| Q: I rescued a kitten and her eyes are matting up with mucus where they are closed shut. She is also ... A: Hope - There are several medications that are used to treat infections in kittens. You should ... | |
| 4yr old Schnauzer will not sleep | 2/19/2009 |
| Q: Help! My dog is waking me up 4-5 times a night. She use to sleep through the night, but now she is ... A: Rebecca - There is a good chance that your pup is restless at night because she is crated most of ... | |
| Female English Bulldog Puppy problems with defecation | 2/18/2009 |
| Q: I have a 13 week old female English bulldog puppy. I have had her for 3 weeks and she has been doing ... A: Jessica - You should have your dog examined by a veterinarian. Frequent defecation can have a ... | |
| my dog started shaking, panting and is clingy | 2/18/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1 year old female Maltipoo who suddenly started shaking, panting and is clingy. Her nose is ... A: Sharon - If your pet is lethargic, take her to your veterinarian for a physical exam. Often a ... | |
| Sick puppy | 2/18/2009 |
| Q: This is going to be sorta long so please hang with me! Okay, so my daughter has a 3 month old ... A: Maradith- You did not mention whether or not radiographs were taken or a barium series was done. ... | |
| Antibiotic treatment for my cat | 2/17/2009 |
| Q: My kitty has been recently diagnosed with a UTI and was prescribed clavovox and my vet told me to ... A: Christina - Three weeks is the recommended time interval for antibiotic therapy for many ... | |
| beginning stage renal failure | 2/17/2009 |
| Q: I have a 5 month old Newfoundland that was just diagnosised with beginning stage renal failure. We ... A: Kendra - There are many diets for pets with renal failure. Consult with your veterinarian to ... | |
| Weird noise | 2/16/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1 year old Maltipoo, who when gets excited, starts making this noise that sounds like she's ... A: Kara - You should surely have your pet examined by a veterinarian. This breed (Maltese) tend to ... | |
| Cat Throwing Up | 2/16/2009 |
| Q: My 1 year old, indoor only cat started thowing up in the middle of the night last night, and has now ... A: Jennifer - You should have your cat examined by a veterinarian as soon as possible. If you have ... | |
| Three Kittens with so many issues- Help! | 2/16/2009 |
| Q: My co-worker has several feral cats in her back yard that have given birth to many litters. ... A: Jennifer - You certainly have your hands full - what a lot of responsibility!! To answer your ... | |
| pekingese | 2/15/2009 |
| Q: I have a 8 month old male Pekingese. He seems healthy and happy however after a walk he seems to ... A: Nicola - You should have your puppy examined by a veterinarian as soon as possible. Without a ... | |
| i dont know ? | 10/10/2008 |
| Q: My dog dusty is about 1 year and a half years old. he is a bijon-frise very small about 10.9 pounds ... A: Erica - Have your dog examined by a veterinarian. Because I have not given your dog a physical ... | |
| anus inflamed | 10/9/2008 |
| Q: I have a 7 year old pug named Buddy, for the past month he has had very loose stools, almost a ... A: Eva - You should have your dog evaluated by a veterinarian as soon as possible. I realize that you ... | |
| Old Dog Dry Skin Patches | 10/7/2008 |
| Q: my 12 year old dog (Bichon Terrier) has just developed patches of dry skin on his back and most of ... A: Carolyn - You should have your dog evaluated by a veterinary professional. There are many reasons ... | |
| SICK PUPPY | 10/7/2008 |
| Q: my puppy is 6 weeks old.just a week back we got it.he was very active when he came had good food too ... A: Jahan - The symptoms you describe sound like your pup may be having seizures. If you are not ... | |
| Sick Kitten | 10/6/2008 |
| Q: I have a 5 month ols kitten that i got from our Local Humane Society and i gave him some human ... A: Keith - The salmon may have been too rich for your kitten. Feed him premium food such as Hill's ... | |
| ROTTWEILER AGE 10 | 10/5/2008 |
| Q: We have a rottie age 10, Sugar, who has for the last several days not able to use her hind legs. we ... A: Sherri - I recommend that you ask your vet to do bloodwork and take radiographs. There is ... | |
| newborn yorkie puppies | 10/5/2008 |
| Q: My female yorkie/chihauha mix deliver four healthy babies September 9, 2008. She is a caring ... A: Gayla - Begin feeding the puppies wet puppy food at five weeks of age. Some moms will try to stop ... | |
| What's the best diet for calcium oxalate crystals prevention/management? | 10/4/2008 |
| Q: I am a Licensed Veterinary Technician and my 2 year old neutered male cat was recently diagnosed ... A: Leanne - The diets you are feeding are great for the management of calcium oxalate crystals. ... | |
| my cat | 10/3/2008 |
| Q: I usually let my cat go outside for the first part of the morning and then i bring him in....but ... A: Cynthia - Take your cat to the veterinarian for a checkup. Outside cats tend to get hurt more ... | |
| over the counter NSAID for puppy | 10/3/2008 |
| Q: I have a 5 1/2 month old Jack Russell/Corky mix puppy who weighs 4# 5 ounces. He woke up 2 days and ... A: Beth - Consult with your doctor to determine what you can give your dog. I cannot suggest ... | |
| early sterilization | 10/3/2008 |
| Q: We rescued a feral kitten four months ago, and decided to adopt him. The association's vet recently ... A: Levi - Early sterilization can be very safe; neutering your pet at six months old is not really ... | |
| My Dog, Lucy Needs Some Advice! | 10/3/2008 |
| Q: I have a 14 month old Labrador retriever mix, since she was about 6 months old i have been seeing ... A: Brittany - You should have your dog evaluated by a veterinarian. Alternating hip pain can be ... | |
| Boston terrier, several issues. | 10/3/2008 |
| Q: my boston terrier, is a year and 3 months old, has been eating her Bowel movements whether it is out ... A: Ashley - You need to take your dog to a doctor. If she is bleeding from the rectum, this can be ... | |
| Stormy | 10/2/2008 |
| Q: Stormy is a male miniature collie and sheltie mix. His one eye has had from what my Vet has told me ... A: Judy - The third eyelid is also known as the nictitanic membrane. It has many properties, helping ... | |
| English Springer Spaniels | 10/2/2008 |
| Q: I have a 13-1/2 year old English springer spaniel who is constantly wining. I am not sure if he is ... A: Noreen - Have your veterinarian examine your dog to help determine why he is whining. A 13 year ... | |
| Male one yr old Boston Terrier | 10/2/2008 |
| Q: My dog was resting quietly when all of a sudden he woke up wimpering and couldn't stand except for ... A: Ron - Have your veterinarian examine your dog to determine why he is behaving in this manner. ... | |
| whats wrong with my cat | 10/2/2008 |
| Q: I have no idea what's wrong with my cat today he vomited twice, and he's been acting strange he ... A: Scott - There are many reasons why your cat would be behaving in the way your describe. ... | |
| 11 year old female cat | 10/1/2008 |
| Q: About a year ago I noticed a small bump on the left side of my cat's neck. I would check it ... A: Kristie - Unfortunately, I cannot diagnose what is affecting your cat without the benefit of a ... | |
| small liver question - again? | 10/1/2008 |
| Q: Wow, that wasn't a very helpful answer... what an assumption. I'm sure that happens, but geez. Okay, ... A: Debbie - What wasn't a helpful answer - was it an answer I gave? I looked for my answer to your ... | |
| cats refusing food | 10/1/2008 |
| Q: Have you ever heard of a cat that suddenly stops eating/drinking and vomits, gets weaker and ... A: Marianne - Usually when cats do the things you describe they are ill, not necessarily wanting to ... | |
| my cat | 9/30/2008 |
| Q: right, my cat shes a female aged 1yrs 7mths and she has a lump on her lower back and every time i do ... A: Natasha - Have you had your cat examined by a veterinarian? A doctor needs to look her over and ... | |
| Vomiting doberman | 9/30/2008 |
| Q: My dobie who is 6 vomited about 5 times in the night, and on 4 of those he cleaned up his vomit. At ... A: Silvia - You should take your dog to the vet as soon as you can. Also, you may want to withhold ... | |
| i took your advice and went to the vet | 9/30/2008 |
| Q: heres just a little history from the first question and then the new info. my dog had a lump on the ... A: Mandy - If you are not getting the answer you want from the doctors at the veterinary hospital, then ... | |
| My cat is scratching her ears.. | 9/29/2008 |
| Q: I have three cats and they are indoors, the third one came from a shelter recently and she has a ... A: Andie - I do not recommend any over the counter medication for treatment of any cat ailment. Over ... | |
| My Dog (Rottweiller) | 9/29/2008 |
| Q: My dog has developed white spots on her nose, and it looks like it is spreading. Do you have any ... A: Jacqueline - Unfortunately, I am not able to diagnose your dog's illness without the benefit of a ... | |
| Puppy with Bacteria in stool. | 9/29/2008 |
| Q: I took my 17wk old shih tzu pup to the emergency vet yesterday (Sunday) because for 2 mornings he ... A: Darci - Bacteria in the stool should not be an ongoing problem; with proper antibiotics, the ... | |
| Cat Scratched in the eye | 9/29/2008 |
| Q: My cat was just recently taken to the vet for a weepy eye. He didn't have any colored discharge, ... A: Rachelle - Applying meds to the eye may cause some discharge initially, but if the medicine is ... | |
| dogs legs giving out? | 9/29/2008 |
| Q: Sherrell, Thank you for your time. I have a medium size mix breed dog (about 45 lbs) who is will ... A: Kelly - There is the strong possibility that your dog may have arthritis of the hip joints. ... | |
| stomatitis/gingivitis | 9/29/2008 |
| Q: My 16 year old cat has gingivitis. He has trouble eating. I feed him canned cat food. It is quite ... A: Trish - Have your veterinarian prescribe pain meds for your kitty. You may also want to consider ... | |
| Need Help | 9/28/2008 |
| Q: I cannot afford to see a vet at this point. My baby Harley is a Lhasa Apso who is chewing on himself ... A: Della - Unfortunately, some skin conditions that affect pets will not resolve without the help of ... | |
| my 1yr old lhasa apso | 9/27/2008 |
| Q: my dog lola has just turned 1.her appetite is good but can be quite fussy, she is not unwell,very ... A: Colleen - Dogs do tend to sleep a great deal of the day. LLasas are not as active as labs, so ... | |
| small dog has growths | 9/27/2008 |
| Q: i have a 15lbs pug cross who gets little growths. they grow like a pimple and when they pop they ... A: Carol - Sorry - I cannot give advice on these growths with the benefit of actually seeing them. ... | |
| runny kitten eyes | 9/27/2008 |
| Q: my husband i just got a kitten from a shelter where it was just dumped off...its only 7 weeks old, ... A: Kimberly - Runny eyes are common symptoms found in all animal shelters. Often treatment for upper ... | |
| Small dog bladder problem? | 9/26/2008 |
| Q: Molly is a Jack Russell Terrier/Miniature Poodle mix, 15 lbs. and almost 3 years old. Although ... A: Ray - You should take your pet to the doctor as soon as you can. The longer you wait, the sicker ... | |
| kittens soft yellow poo w/ blood in it | 9/26/2008 |
| Q: It seems one day they have normal poo then the next not. The not normal poo is yellow like mustard ... A: Tracy - Unfortunately, I am unable to recommend treatment for anything without a physical exam. ... | |
| Should I opt to remove my cat's leg? | 9/26/2008 |
| Q: I have a 13 year old cat with a really big tumor on her hip. she hasn't had it for that long but it ... A: Angela - Unfortunately without the benefit of a physical exam I am unable to help you decide what ... | |
| dog with swollen spleen | 9/26/2008 |
| Q: Two months ago my 11 year old dog had two epileptic seizures. We were told to watch her (blood ... A: Sharon - I am sorry about the death of your dog. Unfortunately, I cannot give you a second opinion ... | |
| My Cocker | 9/26/2008 |
| Q: My 11yr.old Cockers right eye all of a sudden started looking lazy and weird, she seems to see and ... A: Janice - An 11 year old cocker is at least seventy years old when compared to human years. She is ... | |
| worried about puppy | 9/25/2008 |
| Q: my 7wk old puppy is whiningh as he bites his hind legs. He seems very anxious. A: Wendy - Check your pup for fleas under the tail, behind the ears and under the belly. If you see ... | |
| toxic plants | 9/25/2008 |
| Q: I have a one year old shih tzu that has been eating japanese fig leaves. They are shedding off the ... A: Val - I have not found info that the leaves you describe are poisonous, but that does not mean ... | |
| 4 yr old male cocker spaniel | 9/25/2008 |
| Q: .I have a 4 yr old cocker that is crate trained. He is in his crate only when I am gone and at ... A: Pam - Rule out medical problems before you begin to search for other reasons why he is soiling his ... | |
| Need Help | 9/25/2008 |
| Q: My dog is a 7 year old female.Never been spayed and never mated.she has been whining and we got an ... A: You should get a second opinion concerning your dog. If in fact your dog may have an infected ... | |
| prostatitus and producing healthy pups | 9/25/2008 |
| Q: Mu 1 yr old Min Pin was diagnosed last week with prostatitus and is being treated now. Will he be ... A: Robin - Your dog should be able to reproduce effectively if he receives his medicine properly and ... | |
| cat vomiting a week after vet visit | 9/25/2008 |
| Q: My cat is 2 years old and up until yesterday had probably only vomited 8-10 times in his life. ... A: Cathy - Your cat may be experiencing a reaction to the vaccines. Frequent vomiting can be a ... | |
| vaginal bleeding | 9/24/2008 |
| Q: i have an 81/2 yr old great dane that is in great health for her age. but today i noticed some ... A: Shannon - Have your dog examined by a veterinarian. She may have an infected uterus (pyometra) if ... | |
| Cat licking his fur off. | 9/24/2008 |
| Q: Since getting my cat neutered in July, he has been licking himself bald. At first it was just two ... A: Robyn - Take him to a veterinarian to determine why he is scratching himself so intently. I am ... | |
| TORN LIGAMENT | 9/24/2008 |
| Q: My dog has torn her ligament in her left hind knee. She holds it up and limps. I took her to the ... A: Lori - Consult a veterinary speciality clinic for help in stablizing the leg. A speciality ... | |
| diarrhea | 9/24/2008 |
| Q: our 2 yr. old border collie cross we adopted from shelter (was a stray) 2 weeks ago, is eating her ... A: Lori - Have your vet do a fecal exam and bloodwork to help find out why your dog has diarrhea. ... | |
| Hamster | 9/24/2008 |
| Q: Our hamster is about two years old and doesn't seem to be herself. She is not eating much and isn't ... A: Aurora - There are many reasons why your hamster may not be feeling well; unfortunately without ... | |
| swollen glands | 9/24/2008 |
| Q: My friend called me earlier and asked me what he should do because his dog, its a bull mastiff, has ... A: Kimberly - Swollen glands on both sides of the neck usually indicate swollen lymph nodes. Swollen ... | |
| care after delivery of puppies | 9/23/2008 |
| Q: Is it okay to put a diaper on my female lab when she is not nursing? She gave birth 2 days ago and ... A: Katrina - A diaper might be a problem if the puppies are not able to nurse whenever they need to ... | |
| having a male and female in the same home both not neutered | 9/23/2008 |
| Q: Sherrell, I have a male Mi-Ki who has not been neutered. He's one year old and weighs 5 pounds. I ... A: Joanne - What danger are you referring to? Are you asking if they will attempt to mate? ... | |
| Mini schnauzers/mouth foam | 9/23/2008 |
| Q: I took my 2 mini schnauzers (10 lbs each, 14mo old) out for a walk(not long, not hot)this evening. ... A: Lisa - Your daughter is right - some frogs and toads do have substances that are defense ... | |
| Best Care Procedures for an Abandoned Kitten | 9/22/2008 |
| Q: Sherrell, I live in China and one of my professors found an abandoned kitten that I eventually ... A: Vincent - A five week old kitty should be eating kitten food with no problem. The vaccine ... | |
| kitty not eating/vomited/lethargic | 9/22/2008 |
| Q: My 7-year-old kitty Stella didn't eat her dinner tonight, which is very rare for her. She lives for ... A: Courtney - I think a visit to the vet in the morning would be okay because she is not vomiting ... | |
| Border Collie Puppy | 9/22/2008 |
| Q: Okay, so we have this litter of 3 border collie, full blooded pups. All boys. One of them, Samuel, ... A: Caitli - Have your pup check by a veterinarian. Rarely, intestinal parasites such as hookworms ... | |
| gagging cat | 9/21/2008 |
| Q: One of my cat seems to gag alot like its got a hairball. The sound is same as a human that has a ... A: Ed - Have you had your cat examined by a veterinarian? Geriatric cats often have problems that ... | |
| Kitten with draining eyes | 9/21/2008 |
| Q: This is a follow-up question. My kitten has a golden drainage from his eyes and has sinus issues. ... A: Becky - If you are having trouble understanding your veterinarian, perhaps you should ask her to ... | |
| My Cat fell from high storey | 9/21/2008 |
| Q: My cat jumps down from high floor. He is currently hospitalised. The vet said that he has injury to ... A: Worried Mum - It is difficult for me to tell you what to expect from your cat's injury without ... | |
| one year old lab with fleas!!!! | 9/21/2008 |
| Q: we have a one year old lab with a flea problem that has us totally stumped. We have used the pills ... A: Eleanor - Perhaps you are not using the correct amount of flea preventative. If you are using a ... | |
| 6 year old Shih Tzu 'panic attacks'? | 9/21/2008 |
| Q: Our extremely docile Shih Tzu, Jake - whom we have seldom heard bark (maybe a dozen times in six ... A: Kirsten - It seems as though something is frightening your dog or at least startling him. The ... | |
| puppy | 9/21/2008 |
| Q: my puppy chihuahua had a few lumps on his head this morning they now have moved. one is over his ... A: Plogans - Unfortunately, I cannot tell you what is wrong with your puppy without the benefit of a ... | |
| sick boxer puppies | 9/20/2008 |
| Q: the little one that died was the runt she could not bread and was in allot of pain and when she was ... A: Geraldine - Is the mother of the puppies healthy? Is she current on her vaccines? Was the father ... | |
| My dog gets sick about every 2 weeks | 9/20/2008 |
| Q: George is about 11 yrs old, shepherd/collie. For the last couple of months he has bouts of ... A: Debra - Have your pet examined by a veterinarian as soon as possible. His bouts of disorientation ... | |
| My Indoor Cat had a white 1/4" worm come out his anus | 9/20/2008 |
| Q: I have had a cat that I adopted from the shelter about 3 months ago (he had a clean bill of health ... A: Jasmine - I do not recommend giving any medication over the counter medication for internal ... | |
| Voice box removal | 9/20/2008 |
| Q: Good day, Could you point me to a Veterinarian within a days drive of South-West Virginia that can ... A: Bryan - No, I do not have the name of a doctor that would consider removing the vocal chords of ... | |
| kitten | 9/20/2008 |
| Q: found a kitten along the road, brought it home and it ate dog food, now she has diarrhea don't have ... A: Becky - You should have your new kitten examined by a veterinary professional. If she has ... | |
| strange illness in energetic golden retriever | 9/20/2008 |
| Q: We have been noticing that our young, 6 year old golden has been losing weight over the last months ... A: Mimo - Have your dog examined by an veterinary specialist. He/she can perform tests that may help ... | |
| pitbull lump | 9/19/2008 |
| Q: I have a 3 year old pit bull, he has a about a softball size lump on the side of his neck, what is ... A: Victoria - You should have your pet examined by a veterinarian. Without the benefit of a physical ... | |
| Limping Cat | 9/19/2008 |
| Q: My 9-year-old cat has been limping for 10 days. The limping came on suddenly (I noticed it at night ... A: Teresa - Without the benefit of a physical exam I am unable to tell you the cause of your cat's ... | |
| Boston Terrier sudden death | 9/19/2008 |
| Q: My boyfriend's dog sadly died yesterday unexpectedly and we just want to know possibly why. I ... A: Kelsey - I am sorry to hear of the loss of your dog. It seems as though the death of your pup was ... | |
| Shar pei puppy | 9/19/2008 |
| Q: i have a 5 month old sharpei puppy who produces excessive saliva, especially when sleeping, he ... A: Gina - To my knowledge, Shar Peis do tend to salivate excessively but I am not aware of salivation ... | |
| Chloe's eye. | 9/19/2008 |
| Q: My cat, Chloe, is about 3 years old and I noticed the other day that she was squinting her right eye ... A: Amanda - Chloe should be examined be a doctor as soon as possible. There are a number of ailments ... | |
| Black Toenail | 9/19/2008 |
| Q: About 2 days ago, my Boston Terrier mix was able to dig the tray of his cage out. In the process he ... A: Lindsey - You should have your dog examined by a veterinarian. The fractured toenail can be very ... | |
| sick puppy | 9/18/2008 |
| Q: We rescued 2 puppies from the shelter last week. They came from different shelters. One is a 2 ... A: Elizabeth - You should have your pet checked as soon as possible. Diarrhea in puppies and kittens ... | |
| Cat Wheezing | 9/18/2008 |
| Q: My cat has recurring nasal congestion. He has been to the vet, gotten meds, and it keeps coming ... A: Heidi - Asthma in cats is a fairly common ailment. Is your cat actually wheezing or is he just ... | |
| Dog eats grass | 9/18/2008 |
| Q: I have a 4 yr old lab/corgi named maggie. SHe has been eating grass will that hurt her Is there ... A: Benita - Some dogs eat grass because they like the way it tastes. However, there are times when a ... | |
| cats exposed to gas leak | 9/18/2008 |
| Q: Yesterday, we came home after all day at work to find the gas stove leaking slightly - the burner ... A: Susan - Because I am not a specialist in the area of poison exposure, I cannot tell you the ... | |
| Feline Herpes? | 9/18/2008 |
| Q: I adopted a kitten 3 months ago from a shelter. He is about 6m now. He sneezes and started out with ... A: Christine - If your cat already has FHV the vaccine will serve no purpose. The vaccine will ... | |
| morkie question | 9/17/2008 |
| Q: I have a morkie which is a combo of maltese and yorkie. Last night she was acting unwell. She went ... A: Marge - Perhaps your pup has an upset stomach. Have her evaluated by a veterinary professional to ... | |
| My cat is sick | 9/17/2008 |
| Q: I have a cat who is 11ish about a yearago she started goingpoop where ever she was and mades a loud ... A: Kristal - Have your cat examined again; diarrhea of that magnitude will not resolve on its own. ... | |
| unknown feline ailment | 9/16/2008 |
| Q: my 9 year old tuxedo tabby cat is not well. a little over a month ago we noticed a limp in one of ... A: Trevor - You should have your kitty examined by a veterinarian as soon as possible. The symptoms ... | |
| Cat litter box problem | 9/16/2008 |
| Q: I have 2 female cats, 9 and 5. I have 2 litter boxes in the bathroom, one is located in bathtub. ... A: Phjyllis - Have both cats checked for urinary tract problems and intesgtinal parasites. If the ... | |
| please help | 9/16/2008 |
| Q: can a ringworm ,that my cat is infected with, and has been transmitted to me and my wife(we are all ... A: Filip - Ringworm in cats is fairly common. Wash your hands when handling your kitty and make sure ... | |
| Cocker With Bacterial Infection | 9/16/2008 |
| Q: My 6 year old cocker has what has been diagnoised as bacterial infection after scraping his skin. ... A: Paulette - I cannot suggest meds for your pet without the benefit of a physical exam. However, ... | |
| ear infection | 9/15/2008 |
| Q: I clean his ears about every 3 days and it always very slimy and green. A: Shannon - Find out what the vet says. There are many reasons why a dog would have a discharge ... | |
| my female is standing. | 9/15/2008 |
| Q: I have a 4 year old female Lhasa apso and a male pug. 5 months ago she came into season and there ... A: Maxine - There is a possibility that your female is having a false estrus which can be explained ... | |
| HELP ME WITH MY KITTEN PLEASE!! | 9/15/2008 |
| Q: Okay, i have about a five month old kitten. She has had her rabies but no other shots. Me and my ... A: Melissa - It sounds as if your cat has a parasite. The parasite is called cuterebra. What you may ... | |
| how to tell if my dog is pregnant | 9/15/2008 |
| Q: She has been very lazy not eating and whole body outlook is different. She looks fat and her nipples ... A: Diana - Weight gain and mammary gland (along with nipple) enlargement is usually an indication ... | |
| Our pets got sick/died while boarded at vet. | 9/15/2008 |
| Q: We boarded our two guinea pigs and our 12 year old lab at our vet for about 10 days over Christmas ... A: Gretchen - I answer only questions related to veterinary medicine. Voice your concerns to your ... | |
| cat behavior | 9/14/2008 |
| Q: my cat for the past week has been peeing on the floor. She acts like her back legs are hurt, not ... A: Christina - Have her evaluated by a veterinarian as soon as possible. She may have a bladder ... | |
| Might be 'Fading puppy syndrome' | 9/14/2008 |
| Q: My Westie bitch has had 3 litter's in total. The First litter she had 5 pups. Four of theese were ... A: Anwen - There is such as thing as fading puppy syndrome. It is a broad term used to describe ... | |
| yellow lab with fleas | 9/14/2008 |
| Q: We have a yellow male lab with fleas. We have tried everything that the vet has given us, ( drops ... A: Eleanor - Are you treating your house in addition to treating your doggy? Often, pets become ... | |
| my dog died unexpectedly | 9/14/2008 |
| Q: .. on Friday she was laying on the couch and she stretched and started whimpering and shaking we ... A: Jessie - I am sorry for the loss of your pet. Unfortunately, I cannot explain why your dog passed ... | |
| anal sac adenocarcinomas | 9/14/2008 |
| Q: Our 12yr old Australian Shepperd has anal sac adenocarcinoma. Since he had never be "fixed" our Vet ... A: Sandy - I am sorry to that your dog is sick. Is your pet on meds to keep him comfortable? ... | |
| 2 lb dog | 9/13/2008 |
| Q: How much baby aspirin should be given to a 2 lb dog after having a vaccination? Or should they be ... A: Judy - Why are you giving your dog aspirin after a vaccine? If you think that your dog is not ... | |
| Cat going everywhere | 9/13/2008 |
| Q: My cat jack is 10 and 2 days ago we brought him to the vet and found that he had stones blocking his ... A: Alissa - If your cat is urinating in places where he should not be, he may associate his ... | |
| rat terrier with seizures | 9/12/2008 |
| Q: im in mexico on vacation my rat terrier had 5 seizure this morning and no vets avalible in my area ... A: Valerie - If your dog is having a seizure there is nothing you can do except to get him to a ... | |
| 12 year old staff/lab mix | 9/12/2008 |
| Q: I recently took my dog to a friends cottage and on the 3rd day noticed his bottom eylid seemed ... A: Kellyanne - Have your dog checked for Horner's Syndrome. I cannot diagnose your pet without the ... | |
| scab on back of neck | 9/12/2008 |
| Q: I have a 3 year old min pin. He was ran over at 6 months old and suffered a broken leg. We got pins ... A: Mandy - Have your dog evaluated by a veterinary professional. Often, if enough damage is done to ... | |
| Clavamox for 3 weeks for high liver blood test | 9/12/2008 |
| Q: My 5 year old female maltese suddenly went from normal to abnormal. After a 1st round of ... A: Kay - Is she on Clavamox to treat the liver problem? If so, she must be fed before you give her ... | |
| clogged tear ducts | 9/11/2008 |
| Q: I am considering buying a pure bred miniature long haired doxie. The breeder just informed me that ... A: Jennifer - Blocked tear ducts can usually be surgically repaired. The procedure is a fairly ... | |
| my cocker spaniel | 9/11/2008 |
| Q: I had a tri--color cocker spaniel who was eight years old, she had an infection in one of her eyes ... A: Patricia - I am very sorry for the loss of your pet. I think you made the right decision. I know ... | |
| poison oak | 9/11/2008 |
| Q: I think my dog has poison oak, she has been itching all over. At first there were a small amount of ... A: Shanell - There is not much to tell other than what you already know. Poison ivy can cause itchy ... | |
| possible rat poisoning in a dog | 9/10/2008 |
| Q: My two 4 yr old mixed lab/retriever dogs were playing with a rat that I know had been poisoned with ... A: Dee - Ingestion of a rat that was poisoned by D-Con can potentially cause poisoning in a dog. The ... | |
| Kitten Leaking Pus | 9/10/2008 |
| Q: I have an 8 week old kitten that is leaking pus from her vagina. She also seems to dribble out ... A: Elecia - Vaginal infections in kittens as young as eight weeks are not common. Have her examined ... | |
| Parvo and My JAck Russel Terrier | 9/10/2008 |
| Q: my little JRT has Parvo hes 6mnths old, hes had it since the 6th of september he was admitted to ... A: Andrea - It is difficult for me to answer your question because I have not examined your pet. ... | |
| dog ate chicken bones | 9/10/2008 |
| Q: I have read conflicting advice. My dog ate chicken bones and skin out of the garbage there were no ... A: Carmela - Please do not give your dog cotton balls!!!!!!!!!! If you are concerned about his ... | |
| Older arthritic dog | 9/9/2008 |
| Q: We have a very good friend in our dog Clee,She is very old and is aproaching the time when we will ... A: Chuck - Glucosamine is the best over the counter supplement for arthritis. Unfortunately, there ... | |
| 11 week old kitten with Level Four heart murmur | 9/9/2008 |
| Q: First vet visit yesterday for our new eleven-week old siamese kitten. Told he has a Level Four ... A: Ellen - Murmurs are graded on the intensity of the murmur - not always the damage to the heart. ... | |
| Ancient cat needing help | 9/9/2008 |
| Q: I read a past posted answer that suggested glucosamine, B-complex, and fish oil for joint problems ... A: Pauline - Have your cat examined by a veterinarian. A 22 -year -old cat deserves the benefit of a ... | |
| Dog Ear Infection | 9/9/2008 |
| Q: My dog has an ear infection for about 4 years. My wife and I have gone to about 4 or 5 vets and ... A: Jason - Four or five years with an ear infection is too long. Your dog must be really suffering. ... | |
| puppies | 9/9/2008 |
| Q: if i give my puppy goats milk is that ok A: Lauren - Is your puppy having trouble digesting a regular diet? What are your reasons for feeding ... | |
| Small bites on cats nose! | 9/9/2008 |
| Q: My black cat has small, raised (what look like) bites on his nose only. We thought it was getting ... A: Danielle - If you are bringing animals to your home from the woods you should certainly see have ... | |
| sick dog | 9/9/2008 |
| Q: i have a pit bull pup about 4mths and she all of a sudden started throwing up, has gooey green mucus ... A: Jillian - There is not much you can do at home to make her better unless you can give her IV ... | |
| throwing up | 9/9/2008 |
| Q: i have a 5 year old Australian shepherd that has suddenly developed a reaction to cheese and now ... A: Gary - Perhaps she has food allergy. It seems as though you are feeding her a home cooked diet. ... | |
| Periodic diarrhrea and lumps in english setter | 9/8/2008 |
| Q: 6yr. old english setter gets lumps about her sides and diarrhea twice per year. She is on low fat ... A: John - If this occurs twice yearly, could it be at the same time each year? if it occurs at the ... | |
| poison oak | 9/8/2008 |
| Q: I think my dog has poison oak, she has been itching all over. At first there were a small amount of ... A: Shanell - Unfortunately, I cannot diagnose your dog's ailments without the benefit of a physical ... | |
| bloody stool in Minature Schnauzer | 9/8/2008 |
| Q: My Minature Schnauzer has a couple of loose bowels movements in the last few hours and a couple of ... A: Lori - It seems as though your dog is having a bout of colitis. Have her examined by the ... | |
| deer ticks | 9/8/2008 |
| Q: I have two dogs that have Frontline applied every month. We were 2 or 3 days late in applying it ... A: Jessi - If you are concerned about Lyme disease, have your dog tested to see if he has been ... | |
| New Dog will not pee! | 9/7/2008 |
| Q: We found a beautiful, seemingly healthy dog on a highway the other day and after no luck in finding ... A: Leah - Give her more time to get used to her new home. She may be used to using the bathroom when ... | |
| FIP | 9/7/2008 |
| Q: i have a question about FIP. I have a cat now who is perfectly healthy and about a year old. I am ... A: Reachel - Have you had a problem with FIP in the past? Has the shelter had a problem with FIP in ... | |
| heartworm prevention | 9/7/2008 |
| Q: Is it okay to give my dogs a generic heartworm medication? I have ordered Heartguard on line before ... A: Sherry - Generic heartworm medication is effective; however, I would not use medication from ... | |
| Cat licking walls & radiators | 9/7/2008 |
| Q: My daughters cat is 10 yrs.old, an indoor cat living in NYC. She had been bored since moving to NY 6 ... A: Dinah - Sometimes adding another cat can help boredom but that would depend on whether or not the ... | |
| Yorkie bold spot | 9/7/2008 |
| Q: I noticed about 3 days ago that my female Yorkie has a bold spot near her tail area. the size of the ... A: Ed - Take your dog to the veterinarian for an examination. There are literally hundreds of ... | |
| long 2'' lump at back teat | 9/6/2008 |
| Q: i have a 7yr old bearded collie who has been spayed 2yrs ago she has had 4 litters of puppies prior ... A: Sharon - Have your dog checked by a veterinarian as soon as possible. The growth on her teat may ... | |
| very sick puppy | 9/6/2008 |
| Q: I am puppy sitting and Thurs about 10:30 she started vomit a grey color and had a grey not solid but ... A: Debra - If your dog is still vomiting, it is best that you get her to a doctor. You do not want ... | |
| 10 year old dog | 9/6/2008 |
| Q: My dog has recently gotten sick. She was throwing up about three times a day and lost a lot of ... A: Kiri - Your dog is sick and needs to be examined by a veterinarian as soon as possible. Do not ... | |
| my cat found outside dead with a swollen body & bulging eyes | 9/6/2008 |
| Q: My cat was healthy. I found him dead outside, with a very swollen body and bulging black eyes. ... A: Terry - I am sorry for your loss. Unfortunately, I have no idea what caused the death of your pet. ... | |
| Cat eye problems | 9/6/2008 |
| Q: My precious 2 1/2 yo Sophia gets a thick black crust around the entire outer circumferance of both ... A: Amy - Have you had your cat examined by a veterinary ophthalmologist? He/she can check the ... | |
| fluid leaking from dogs rear | 9/6/2008 |
| Q: I have a 3 yr old female Chocolate Lab that has been spayed. She licked intensely at her rear and ... A: Denise - Is the leaking coming from her anus or her vulva? If she still has a discharge after a ... | |
| JACK RUSSELL INJESTING WOOD | 9/5/2008 |
| Q: MY JACK RUSSELL CHEWED ON A LARGE STICK YESTERDAY FOR QUITE SOME TIME. TODAY HE IS SEEMS TO HAVE ... A: Jeannette - Have your pet examined by a doctor as soon as possible. If he has swallowed wood it ... | |
| dog vomiting | 9/5/2008 |
| Q: Dr. Sherrell, I adopted a one-year old Silky Terrier about three months ago. The dog came to us ... A: Margaret - Have the radiographs done to further examine the problem. Without further diagnostics ... | |
| aggressive guarding by german shepherd | 9/5/2008 |
| Q: i have noticed that she barks agressively, as she has always done, but is now taking to jumping a ... A: Katy - You should have a trainer give you tips on how to retrain your dog. Do not hesitate; if she ... | |
| bradycardia | 9/5/2008 |
| Q: my soon to be adopted 28lb spaniel was found to be significantly bradycardic(48-54BPM).she was ... A: Jon - I think you should wait until you adopt the pet before you begin to have other diagnostics ... | |
| dog itch | 9/4/2008 |
| Q: i have a 1 year old pit bull, she has had a skin problem ever since she was about 3 months. ... A: Richelieu - It seems as though your dog has two issues going on - take her to the doctor to have ... | |
| pinched nerve | 9/4/2008 |
| Q: My 11 year old shihzu has been diagnosed with a pinched nerve. (First it was an ear infection and ... A: As I said earlier, the recovery time is dependent upon the severity of the injury. I cannot tell you ... | |
| dog spleen tumor | 9/4/2008 |
| Q: Our family pet dog recently died of a spleen tumor that started bleeding the night before its ... A: Gary - I do not know if there is a correlation with the relationship between the size of a tumor ... | |
| Rimadyl to treat cats | 9/4/2008 |
| Q: I know Rimadyl's manufacturer states this should not be used with cats. I know "off-label use" of ... A: Kathy - UNSAID use in cats can be safe if used and dosed properly. Riamdyl has been used ... | |
| hematoma on dogs leg/nerve damage | 9/4/2008 |
| Q: My 4 yr old male Klein german spitz was attacked Aug 17th while out on a walk. Among his injuries ... A: Nicole - Depending on the location of the bite,your dog may have nerve damage. If the skin is ... | |
| chiauahua | 9/3/2008 |
| Q: yesterday morning when i got up my usially very playfull and full of life 10 month old chiauahua was ... A: Tiffany - Unfortunately, there is no way for me to tell what may have caused your dog to pass ... | |
| felline hyperthyroidism | 9/3/2008 |
| Q: i have two brother cats with hyperthyroidism. they are both 13 or 14 years old. they have been on ... A: Dawn Marie - Cats can live well on tapazole. However, depending on the individual cats, some may ... | |
| Lhasa with 2 week old puppies hyperventilating and sore in tummy area when picked up. | 9/3/2008 |
| Q: What can we do to help her? She delivered 7pups OK and for two weeks has been taking normal care ... A: Mary-Annice - What are you feeding the mom? If she is tired, she may be losng too many nutrients ... | |
| Dog with red, itchy, skin | 9/2/2008 |
| Q: My pitbull has turned tomato red! She has red areas on her chest on through her genitals. Also has ... A: Marianna - Have your dog examined by her veterinarian. She is obviously allergic to something in ... | |
| Princess the Boston terrier | 9/2/2008 |
| Q: I have a 5month old Boston terrier who 2 weeks ago had a jelly like stool with blood in it I was ... A: Tabatha - Talk over your concerns with your veterinarian. It sounds as if your vet has done all ... | |
| pigmentaion loss | 9/2/2008 |
| Q: I HAVE A MALAMUTE BITCH WHO WAS BITTEN ON THE NOSE ABOUT A YEAR AGO AND SINCE HAS LOST FULL PIGMENT ... A: Fran - Sounds as if your dog has post-inflammatory vitiligo. Vitiligo can be defined as the loss ... | |
| Squamous | 9/2/2008 |
| Q: i am currently using the NSAID, piroxicam as a chemo treatment for my golden retreiver - Erik. He ... A: Max - Piroxicam is a great chemotherapeutic drug that is used to treat various neoplastic ... | |
| Cats eye is very cloudy after tooth extraction | 9/2/2008 |
| Q: What could be the reason for my cats eye all of a sudden turning cloudy 3 days after a tooth ... A: Geno - Have your cat examining by the same doctor that performed the extraction. Tooth abscesses ... | |
| cat | 9/1/2008 |
| Q: my cat has been diagnosed with hyperthyroidism and is now on tablets which seem to be helping. At ... A: Nadine - Of course you should change vets if your vet is telling you to ignore an obvious problem. ... | |
| HELP!! Question aboutmy dogs butt | 9/1/2008 |
| Q: I noticed today on my 7 year olds dog (terrier mix/ greyhound) has red around her butt hole. The ... A: Aimee - There is a possibility that your pup has a swollen or infected anal sac. Anal sacs are ... | |
| How ca I get ahead? | 9/1/2008 |
| Q: my name is Kim, and I am 14. I'm a freshman in high school, and starting to really think about ... A: Kim - If you are too young to work at a vet's office, then why not try to volunteer at a humane ... | |
| pinched nerve | 9/1/2008 |
| Q: My 11 year old shihzu has been diagnosed with a pinched nerve. (First it was an ear infection and ... A: Lisa - If your pet has a pinched nerve, it may take a while for her to feel better. the result ... | |
| My dog was trembling | 9/1/2008 |
| Q: Last night I saw my dog (Poodle crossed Jack Russell) trembling a lot for not apparent reason so I ... A: Myriane - It is difficult to tell what is wrong with your dog without a physical exam. However, ... | |
| puppy blisters | 8/31/2008 |
| Q: We have a rescue puppy that was abandoned along with his five brothers and sisters. Only two ... A: Marsha - Unfortunately I cannot diagnose what is wrong with your puppy without a physical exam. ... | |
| cats- tail injury | 8/31/2008 |
| Q: My kitten- 1 year old- came in from being outside most of the day with an injury on her tail. At ... A: Heidi - Have your kitten treated by a veterinarian. She must be painful and will try to chew on ... | |
| swollen dog | 8/31/2008 |
| Q: I would like to know if you are familiar with any virus/disease that causes a dogs face to swell or ... A: David - Sudden swelling is usually a sign of some kind of allergic reaction. Take your pet to the ... | |
| PERSIAN CAT SICK | 8/30/2008 |
| Q: .MY 2 YEAR OLD PERSIAN MALE CAT HAD TROUBLE URINATING SO WE TOOK HIM TO THE VET.. SHE CATHERAZIED ... A: Donna - Unfortunately, all cats should have at least a base set of shots when they are born. ... | |
| do small dogs live longer than big dogs, and how much longer | 8/30/2008 |
| Q: do small dogs live longer than big dogs, and if so how much longer, my sister bought my parents a ... A: James - Small dogs do tend to have a longer lifespan than larger dogs. Small dogs tend to live ... | |
| Vet keeps sedaitng dog | 8/30/2008 |
| Q: I have two cats and one dog. My Vet is extremely scared of animals and hence never touches them ... A: Sakshi - Repeated sedation is not good for any animal or person. There are instances where ... | |
| sudden onset of symptoms in cat | 8/30/2008 |
| Q: Sherrell, I have a female cat, 18 years old, that I'm very worried about. She is hardly eating at ... A: Matt - The best thing you can do for your cat is to take her to the doctor as soon as possible. ... | |
| Nursing mother cat "ninny" area raw | 8/29/2008 |
| Q: Sherrell, greetings from East Texas. My mommy cat Mittens had 6 kittens. They are 3 weeks, 2 days ... A: Janet - I answered this question earlier and I apologize that you had not received it. You can ... | |
| seziure after vaccines | 8/29/2008 |
| Q: I took my 11 week old puppy and my 1 yr old dog to the vet today for their vaccines and now tonite ... A: Sarah - Take your puppy to the vet to determining what happened. I doubt that the vet gave the ... | |
| Cat with neurological problems | 8/21/2008 |
| Q: my cat was diagnosed yesterday with neurological problems. He was fine until he had his teeth ... A: Brenda - What exactly is going on with your cat? Does he have head tilt? Unfortunately, I cannot ... | |
| Cat smells of urine | 8/20/2008 |
| Q: My long haired female cat - Shadow; is spayed and approx 2-3yrs of age. (We adopted her from a ... A: Pippa - You should have your cat examined by a veterinarian. Decreases in appetite are red flags ... | |
| health question | 8/20/2008 |
| Q: I have a 3 month old female American bulldog. She urinated on the floor tonight and I noticed what ... A: Christy - Cranberry pills will not help your dog get rid of a bladder infection. Cranberry pills ... | |
| paralysis | 8/20/2008 |
| Q: My mom let her feist out to do his "business". She heard him crying. When she went outside he was ... A: Lori - Sorry but because I am unable to examine your pet, I cannot give you a list of possible ... | |
| Questions concerning cancer | 8/20/2008 |
| Q: Sherrell. My cat Fat Boy(around 13 years old) was diagnosed with cancer of his spleen in June. We ... A: Lauren - It seems as though you are doing all you can to save your cat's life. Considering the ... | |
| 14.5 yr old male Bichon/Poodle mix | 8/19/2008 |
| Q: Yesterday I walked my 14.5 yr old male Bichon/Poodle in the rain for 15 minutes, at the time of his ... A: Nicole - Your dog may have had a case of vertigo or inner ear disturbance. Because he is of ... | |
| My kitten isn't acting normal.. | 8/19/2008 |
| Q: I've had my kitten for about 3 1/2 months now, and up until about 4 days ago she was always so hyper ... A: Chloe - I cannot know what is wrong with your cat without examining her. Have her examined by a ... | |
| Diarrhea and swollen vulva in spayed female cat | 8/19/2008 |
| Q: I have a 3 year old spayed female cat that has been having diarrhea since Friday pm. We did switch ... A: Katie - Have bloodwork done by your veterinarian. If she had diarrhea, then there is the ... | |
| dog tail | 8/19/2008 |
| Q: my dog landed on his tail the wrong way, he is a husky 4 months old and his tail curls up.. after he ... A: Melissa - Have your dog's tail radiographed to make sure it is not broken. If he is not showing ... | |
| 3yr old dashound that is overweight and very sick | 8/19/2008 |
| Q: my dog is shaking, and cant catch her breathe. the vet said she had allergies, and a vaginal ... A: Courtney - An overweight dachshund that does not want to walk can be a case of intervertebral disc ... | |
| pyrometra | 8/18/2008 |
| Q: I did a surgery to my female cat removing the ovaries and the uterus because she was secreting ... A: Omar - Perhaps you should get another opinion. if she developed pyometra then a spay should have ... | |
| broken bone in a cat | 8/18/2008 |
| Q: My son's kitten was kicked off a balcony and broke 2 metatarsils in it's foot. He took it to the ... A: Twigs - Contact the veterinarian that repaired the foot and ask if the fracture would be okay ... | |
| Cat carried roach sprayed with Raid Max | 8/18/2008 |
| Q: I had to spray a giant flying cockroach with Raid Max roach and ant killer. Before I could find and ... A: Jeanne - If the cat has not eaten the roach, then of course you do not have anything to worry ... | |
| small breeds life span | 8/17/2008 |
| Q: I have three adult female dogs..Pure breed, two pomeranians. one yorkshire Terrier. Ages betweeen ... A: Priscilla - The life span of all three dogs varies form 10-15 years depending on their overall ... | |
| wound seroma | 8/17/2008 |
| Q: My Springer Spaniel had a lump removed from her shoulder 2 weeks ago (4th Aug). The lump was just ... A: Allison - The seroma should correct within a few days. Since a lump was removed from that area, ... | |
| Coughing | 8/17/2008 |
| Q: For the past year my dog coughs a little and acts like he is wanting to get rid of something.He ... A: Ruth - i am not sure I understand why you think your pet is suffering. Reverse sneezing does not ... | |
| Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever | 8/17/2008 |
| Q: Our dog is being treated for Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever with doxycycline for 28 days. (It has not ... A: Steve - The risk is there. Follow the directions of your veterinarian; he has given you those ... | |
| Patella Luxation | 8/17/2008 |
| Q: His not overweight his just big. Anyway i went to vet Banfield, at Petsmart. I was getting him ... A: Andy - I think you should have the surgery done. If you call around to different vets in your ... | |
| kittens | 8/16/2008 |
| Q: Why does the mother cat keep taking one of her kittens and putting the kitten in a cardboard box. ... A: Matthew - Maybe the kitten she is removing is not a healthy kitten. Sometimes the mother will know ... | |
| scared puppy | 8/16/2008 |
| Q: This morning while feeding my 10 week old lab puppy, he ran inside the house yelping and shaking. He ... A: Will - Sorry , but there is not way I can determine what is wrong with your pet without examining ... | |
| sick dog | 8/16/2008 |
| Q: we gave our dog raw meat that was a week old, it smelled funny, the dog walked away from it but ... A: Steve - Take your dog to the vet as soon as possible. If he gets sick from the raw raw meat, he ... | |
| my 11 week old yorkie | 8/16/2008 |
| Q: 5 lbs she was born 5-30-2008 I'm kinda scared because on our way home she vomited like 4 times and ... A: Kristy - Have your dog examined as soon as possible. Yorkies tend to have a lot of gastro ... | |
| My dog's dental care. | 8/15/2008 |
| Q: I was wondering if you would help me here. My dog, I got her when she was 2-4 years. She's an ... A: Sydney - Not all dogs will allow you to brush their teeth whether you got them form a pet store or ... | |
| my 9 week old pit bull puppy | 8/15/2008 |
| Q: i bought my puppy 5 days ago. he was just a spunky little boy. two and a half days later he ... A: David - Your pup needs IV fluids with antibiotics. I cannot offer suggestions regarding what is ... | |
| gettin my daschund pregnant. | 8/15/2008 |
| Q: If my dogs in heat an i took her over to another dogs house to have them mate what do you suggest ... A: Krystal, As long as the dogs are comfortable with each other, then they should not have a problem ... | |
| bad odor | 8/14/2008 |
| Q: I have a female English Bull Terrier about 3 year old She was neutered after her first season when ... A: Louise - Have your pet examined by a veterinarian. There are many reasons why her back end may ... | |
| panostetis | 8/14/2008 |
| Q: The Vet has said our g.shepherd has panostetis and prescribed rimadyl 75mg for him. Can he be given ... A: Jay - Do not give your dog any over the counter medications. Antiinflammatories such as advil, ... | |
| cat not pooping in litter box | 8/14/2008 |
| Q: I have a 3 yr old female cat that has been fixed and declawed about 2yrs ago and reccently she has ... A: Amy - Lots of cats that have been declawed exhibit signs of inappropriate soiling. You have to ... | |
| dog | 8/13/2008 |
| Q: What would make a dog try to vomit or gag until he passes out. And then can act like he is fine. A: Linda - There are many reasons why a dog would vomit until he passes out. Have him evaluated by a ... | |
| Jack Russell Strange Eating Habits | 8/13/2008 |
| Q: My 9 month old Jack Russell was recently caught eating poo. Not just her own, but our other dog's ... A: Diana - Your dog was probably eating her poo because she has a nutritional deficiency. Feed her ... | |
| hot spots | 8/13/2008 |
| Q: My dog Bradford has had hotspots. I took him to the vet where he got a shot and was given vetalog ... A: Christy - Your dog most likely has allergies. You can probably treat him again, but it would be ... | |
| Cat urination | 8/13/2008 |
| Q: My cat just walked over to me and urinated on me on purpose. She has not been eating and has been ... A: Jordan - Your cat is trying to let you know that she has something wrong with her. Cats do not ... | |
| excessive shedding | 8/13/2008 |
| Q: I have a female Pekingese, she is nine years old and is pretty healthy except for the fact that she ... A: Casey - It could be that she is in the middle of a shedding cycle. If you are not seeing bald ... | |
| my dog is extremely thirst, tires, and breathing heavy | 8/13/2008 |
| Q: i'm not sure what's wrong. my dog is a 6 year old, 18 lb, beagle-dachshund mix. lately she's been ... A: Scott - You should have your dog evaluated by a veterinarian. The heavy panting and the lethargy ... | |
| 7 yr old adopted cattle dog/allergies? | 8/12/2008 |
| Q: I adopted a 7 year old female Aus. Cattle Dog approx 2-3 months ago. I had her spayed and put up to ... A: Danica - It seems as though your dog has lots of allergies. Your vet can offer to to allergy ... | |
| Coughing | 8/12/2008 |
| Q: For the past year my dog coughs a little and acts like he is wanting to get rid of something.He ... A: Ruth - The symptoms you describe sound like reverse sneezing. Dogs that have the reverse sneezing ... | |
| Hills x/d discontinued. Best Diet for oxylate crystals? in my cat? | 8/12/2008 |
| Q: The altered male cat I have adopted has had oxylate crystals and stones removed from his bladder. ... A: Rachel - Hill's c/d will be good for your cat. The diet is designed to inhibit the growth of ... | |
| Weird behavior when I try to clean my cat | 8/11/2008 |
| Q: My sweet cat Ginger is a 14 yr old domestic short hair. She is a sweet, affectionate and passive ... A: Stacey - This is a normal response for a cat that has an itchy back end. I do not know the name ... | |
| my cat | 8/11/2008 |
| Q: My cat is approximately 10-11 years old and she isn't herself. In the past 5 years she has been ... A: Sandra - Please don't let your cat go another five years without seeing a veterinarian. In fact, ... | |
| Old Dog | 8/11/2008 |
| Q: We have a 14yr old female dalmation. She is peeing in her sleep and she stinks to high heaven. I had ... A: Barrie - You should have your dog examined as soon as possible. There are a couple of reasons why ... | |
| cat's skin problem | 8/11/2008 |
| Q: My cat, Mugs, a two year-old fixed male, has been scratching his head, neck, and ears for the past ... A: Penny - Have your cat evaluated by a veterinarian to determine why he is itching and scratching. ... | |
| cat euthanasia | 8/11/2008 |
| Q: - I have a neighbor who is on assisted housing with a cat that looks like it's 40. This cat is ready ... A: Sasha - You should be commended for helping this kitty. Unfortunately, the owners will have to ... | |
| Was my dog dead? | 8/10/2008 |
| Q: How can you tell if a dog is dead? Are open eyes and a protruding tongue classic symptoms? I touched ... A: Ray - It seems to me that you are not really dealing with whether your dog was dead, but are ... | |
| Vet gave antibiotic overdose to 16 yr old yorkie | 8/10/2008 |
| Q: My 16+ yr old yorkie has been with my dad for a year now and very happy. My dad took him to a vet ... A: Lori - The doses on the box are recommended doses. Talk with your vet to ask him why he prescribed ... | |
| cat behavior | 8/10/2008 |
| Q: please tell me why my newly adopted 11 yr old cat would purposely have a bowel movement on the bed ... A: Celeste - Your new kitty may have some health problem. Most cats so not want anyone to see them ... | |
| lab w / lumps | 8/10/2008 |
| Q: we have an older lab 10-12 yrs. He has developed some lumps in his flank area (lemon sized), and his ... A: Paula - You can ask your veterinarian to do a fine needle aspirate of those lumps and that may ... | |
| cat / vertigo | 8/9/2008 |
| Q: we have an 8year old dsh cat symptoms are like having vertigo what are the treatments A: Billy - Your veterinarian will most likely recommend bloodwork and radiographs to help determine ... | |
| Walking | 8/9/2008 |
| Q: hi i have a doberman iv only had he 3 weeks and i cant walk him he goes mad and wants to kill every ... A: Emma - You should consult with an animal trainer to teach you how to walk your dog on a leash. ... | |
| 7 yr old cat refusing to eat after illness | 8/9/2008 |
| Q: My cat just got treated for having a urinary blockage. He is 7 years old, 17 lbs (yes I know ... A: Ashley - You should talk this over with your veterinarian. Cats should not go long periods ... | |
| mitaban question.. | 8/9/2008 |
| Q: My 5 month old chihuahua was diagnosed with mange and i took him to the vet to get the mitaban dip. ... A: Asheley - I am sorry for the loss of your pet. Mitaban (amitraz) can be very toxic to animals; ... | |
| excess panting, nervousness and need for attention | 8/8/2008 |
| Q: Our 7 yr old lab was recently diagnosed with a thyroid disorder. He was fat, lithargic and losing ... A: Bill - Ask your veterinarian to check the therapeutic level of the medication your dog is taking. ... | |
| Young cat's head tilting | 8/8/2008 |
| Q: We have a stray cat in our neighborhood. She was pregnant before she was 1 yr old, like both her ... A: Tara- I am sure that this kitty appreciates you taking her in. Unfortunately, you need to have ... | |
| Dachshund Knee Popping | 8/8/2008 |
| Q: I have a 4.5 month old miniature dachshund. Recently, I began noticing that his right hind knee was ... A: Laura - I don't think there is anything you can do to prevent luxating patellas. I think that ... | |
| sudden death in cat and ferret within 2 weeks | 8/8/2008 |
| Q: My sister's cat of 14 years died suddenly 2 weeks ago. When she found her, she had dried blood on ... A: Bonnie - It may be coincidence that both animals died within a short period of time. The advanced ... | |
| weight loss | 8/8/2008 |
| Q: . My roomate owns a boxer/bulldog cross, about 5 yrs old named Riley. Lately her health seems to be ... A: Jen - Her weight loss may be due to her heart condition. Perhaps she is a little older than you ... | |
| cat behavior | 8/7/2008 |
| Q: I got a stray male cat that had been hanging around my son’s house eating their cats food. He was ... A: Doug - In my experience, it usually takes about 2-3 months before cats start to change their ... | |
| collapsed trachea | 8/7/2008 |
| Q: Does using a regular collar when walking a Maltese cause collapsed trachea? Should I use a harness, ... A: Barbara - Using a regular collar will not cause a collapsing trachea, but it can make a collapsing ... | |
| 5 yr old Pom with hypothyroid | 8/7/2008 |
| Q: My female Pomeranian, Pebbles, was diagnosed with hypothyroid disease on June 12th when she went in ... A: Joy - Have your dog evaluated by an internal medicine specialist. Sometimes thyroid levels re ... | |
| Ear Infection - 5 YR. Cheaspeake Bay Retriever | 8/7/2008 |
| Q: I'm looking for advice b/c at this point, I just spent over $4K on my dog to have her bladder ... A: Vicki - Sorry you have had such expensive problems with your dog. Unfortunately, I cannot ... | |
| puppy recovering from parvo | 8/7/2008 |
| Q: I have a 11 week old puppy. Tomorrow will be 1 week since she came home from being treated for ... A: Beth - Loose stools are very common after a dog has been affected with parvovirus. Be careful not ... | |
| HELP! I don't know what to do. | 8/6/2008 |
| Q: I have a healthy beagle named snoopy, he is of the age of one and a half and has been ill before but ... A: Megan - Please do not confuse my response regarding one dog with your dog's symptoms. Shivering ... | |
| irritation on dogs lower lips | 8/6/2008 |
| Q: I have a 5 year old min pin that has sores on his lips seem to be fairly sensitive what can I do??? A: Wendy - Have your pet examined by a veterinarian. There are several diseases that can manifest ... | |
| Sneezing | 8/6/2008 |
| Q: One of our cats has been sneezing a lot. He is a neutered male. He was a stray. We have had him ... A: Dorothy - I don't think any cats like to go to the vet. Nevertheless, if he is sneezing, then he ... | |
| Perianal Adenoma | 8/6/2008 |
| Q: My dog Max 12 yrs old has just been diagnosed with this and the wound is opened & bleeding, the vet ... A: Lori - If Max is a healthy twelve year old dog, then I recommend that you have the adenoma ... | |
| Heartworm Treatment | 8/6/2008 |
| Q: My 5-year old chihuahua was diagnosed with heartworm disease and it's close to severe stage already. ... A: Johanna - I do not have the answer to the rate of Chihuahuas who survive the treatment. The ... | |
| hurt neck,shoulder | 8/5/2008 |
| Q: i took my little dog to the vet for pain in her neck,and she just put her on pain med and anti ... A: Carol - Perhaps you should talk to your veterinarian and request radiographs of your pet's neck. ... | |
| female irish setter bad butt area odor | 8/5/2008 |
| Q: emma is 4 and has a very foul smell in her butt area. she has not been spayed and never had pups. ... A: Vicki - Have her checked by a veterinarian. It sounds as if her anal sacs are expressing. Anal ... | |
| Siamese Vomiting | 8/5/2008 |
| Q: My 6 year old male nuetered Siamese has been vomiting bile for a couple of days now (3). He usually ... A: Susan - Did you have radiographs of the abdomen taken? It is strange that she would be vomiting ... | |
| what had happened to her? | 8/5/2008 |
| Q: my dalmatian dog is dead now and i am very upset.but i want to know what had happened suddenly to ... A: Ankita - It is difficult to say what caused your dog's death. Without actually having her body to ... | |
| allergy | 8/5/2008 |
| Q: My dog Pico is a 5 year old lab/border collie/Australian Shepard mix. Over the past year he has had ... A: Janice - Ask your veterinarian about cyclosporine as treatment for severe allergies. It has ... | |
| Distemper/Kennel Cough | 8/4/2008 |
| Q: I adopted a bulldog from the vet about a month ago. The dog was very sick and the vet informed me ... A: Esther - You can clean the floors with a 1:32 dilution of bleach (1/2 cup bleach to gallon of ... | |
| Heartworm Treatment | 8/4/2008 |
| Q: My 5-year old chihuahua was diagnosed with heartworm disease and it's close to severe stage already. ... A: Johanna - It is difficult for me to determine how your dog will do after the treatment because I ... | |
| cats breathing | 8/4/2008 |
| Q: my cat is 3 years old. I had a vet check her but got no answer. she is healthy(eating, drinking, ... A: Margaret - What did your veterinarian say? Were radiographs taken? Is your cat open mouthed ... | |
| Lethargic Ferret | 8/4/2008 |
| Q: I recently acquired 3 ferrets, the youngest one, just will not play or interact with any of the ... A: Edward - I am sorry that your ferret is not doing well . Check the color of his gums to see if he ... | |
| insulin resistant Diabetic dog questions | 8/4/2008 |
| Q: He drinks & urinates alot and has recently lost alot of teeth.His vet started him on 12 units of ... A: Ruby - He may need another type of insulin. I have seen high glucose without ketones; you simply ... | |
| Runny stool, vomiting, | 8/3/2008 |
| Q: Our Pomeranian is female and 3 years old. For the last day or two she has been basically normal ... A: Rick - Is she throwing up food soon after you have given it to her? If so, allow her stomach to ... | |
| Stray Cat's strange pupils... | 8/3/2008 |
| Q: There is a stray cat that comes to my patio to, I suppose, cool off, as I live in Texas and it has ... A: Patricia - It is difficult to say what is wrong with the cat's pupil without actually seeing the ... | |
| Runny stool, vomiting, | 8/3/2008 |
| Q: Our Pomeranian is female and 3 years old. For the last day or two she has been basically normal ... A: Rick - Take your dog to be evaluated by a veterinarian. Stools that are dark and tarry need ... | |
| insulin resistant Diabetic dog questions | 8/3/2008 |
| Q: He drinks & urinates alot and has recently lost alot of teeth.His vet started him on 12 units of ... A: Ruby - What type of insulin is the dog being given? How long was he on prednisone and how long ... | |
| Need Advice Regarding my Ferret | 8/2/2008 |
| Q: Sherrell, I appreciate any help you might be able to offer. I am a single mom, just suffered a ... A: Rachel - Call your local Humane Society to find out if they offer help to defray the costs of ... | |
| Ear Infection? | 8/2/2008 |
| Q: We were having a sort of barbecue and my dog (a 2 year old shih-tzu) and when he came inside he ... A: Teshaina - If your dog's ear is painful and has a foul odor, most likely there is an infection ... | |
| question | 8/2/2008 |
| Q: I picked up my new family member on friday. She came from the humane society. She is 6 or 7 years ... A: Ben - They probably used apomorphine to make her vomit. Morphine is used to control pain; ... | |
| canine cyst/tumor | 8/1/2008 |
| Q: my vet discovered a cyst/tumor between the anus and the urethral area on my 12 yr old miniature ... A: Veronica - There are several things to consider when thinking about surgery on an older dog. The ... | |
| my cat | 8/1/2008 |
| Q: He not eating today. I found a bright orange stain on my rug.He is not exposed to any poisonous ... A: Dianne - Unfortunately, I cannot offer a diagnose without first examining your cat. Take your cat ... | |
| please help answer us. | 7/31/2008 |
| Q: okay so we have already asked, but our cat is breathing heavly through the mouth, and has drop alot ... A: Amanda - You are absolutely correct, you should call a veterinarian. There are several disease ... | |
| Weird doberman behavior | 7/31/2008 |
| Q: I have an 8-year-old Doberman girl. She is healthy and still acts like a puppy - lots of play and ... A: Yana - It sounds as though your dog may be experiencing a mild seizure. Have her evaluated by a ... | |
| abdominal feline cancer | 7/31/2008 |
| Q: My 6 yr. old male neutered cat started losing weight in June 08 and now weighs 5 lbs. My vet ... A: Barbara - Did you have a biopsy done? Abdominal ultrasound is also a viable diagnostic tool to ... | |
| help my cat.. i hope it s not gonna kill her. | 7/31/2008 |
| Q: my 2 year old spayed female very fluffy and over weight has been depressed for a couple days.she ... A: Danell - Hare your cat evaluated by a veterinarian. There are many reasons why a kitty will act ... | |
| mixture of sinus,upper respritory | 7/31/2008 |
| Q: We have had the dog a year and its a dauschaound,male aprox five years old.When i got him from the ... A: Kelly - Continue to work with your veterinarian in search of a treatment for your dog. Have you ... | |
| feral cat with ticks | 7/31/2008 |
| Q: I have been feeding a feral cat on my porch for about 5 years. Lately he does not look good. No sign ... A: Susan - First of all, I would like to say thank you on behalf of the feral kitty that you are ... | |
| puppy | 7/30/2008 |
| Q: I have a female 4 month old Puggle. She chews on everything. We are using the pee pad method. So she ... A: Dawn - If your puppy gets enough plastic into her intestine and that plastic is not passing, then ... | |
| dogs | 7/30/2008 |
| Q: my dog just gave birth last july 5, when is the time she will ovulate again? can we breed her when ... A: Ivan - You should not breed your dog more than once yearly. Breeding an animal in back to back ... | |
| Hamster Help | 7/30/2008 |
| Q: My hamster just recenty and rapidly got extremely fat but only in her stomach I can still feel her ... A: Nikki - Because I am not able to examine your hamster, I cannot offer a diagnosis to you. Have ... | |
| my dog is sick & pregnant | 7/30/2008 |
| Q: She is a mix breed, maybe a mediem size shepard mixed.She is bout 6 weeks she's eating good but all ... A: Sandy - I do not recommend that you deworm or vaccinate your pet - especially if she is pregnant. ... | |
| Help. | 7/29/2008 |
| Q: I took my 9 year old cat to the vet because I was going on vacation. I came back a week later and he ... A: Meagan - That is exactly what you should be asking your veterinarian. If your cat was fine before ... | |
| brain damage | 7/29/2008 |
| Q: I have a yorkie puppy that might have brain damage. He is the runt, but has been a healthy and ... A: Sam - There is the possibility that he might have had a severe vaccine reaction. Have your ... | |
| 2 year old jack russell | 7/29/2008 |
| Q: I have a 2 year old female jack russell terrier who, for the past week, has been ... A: Meredith - Have your animal seen by a doctor as soon as possible. The veterinarian can examine ... | |
| Cat Just Not Feeling Well | 7/29/2008 |
| Q: My 7 year old Cat just doesn't seem to be feeling well. 4 weeks ago we noticed that she just wasn't ... A: Donna - The bone marrow biopsy sounds like a logical step. Her WBC count is low, and the bone ... | |
| heartworm disease | 7/29/2008 |
| Q: we are considering rescuing a 2 year old, 80lb yellow lab with low-moderate heart worm disease. ... A: Heather - Is a veterinarian treating your new pet? There are recommendations by the American ... | |
| sebaceous cyst | 7/29/2008 |
| Q: .. I have a 14 year old Beagle who has a sebaceous cyst on the top of his head. I know the usual ... A: Leslee - Have you had the cyst diagnosed as a sebaceous cyst? Sebaceous are usually not a problem ... | |
| bald patches on dog | 7/28/2008 |
| Q: I have a one year old American pit bull terrier that has bald patches all over now. It started a ... A: Tricia - It is difficult top determine why your dog is losing hair. All the necessary testing has ... | |
| Dislocation of hip | 7/28/2008 |
| Q: Our family just adopted a mini-pin on her way to be euthanized. After bringing her home we noticed ... A: Nori - Some hip dislocations can be corrected by closed reduction. If the dislocation is not ... | |
| Puppies with fleas | 7/28/2008 |
| Q: My dog just had puppies they are only 1 week old and they have fleas I thought I had gotten rid of ... A: Jamie - Daily flea combing can help to remove the fleas from your puppies. Puppies are easy prey ... | |
| Strange behaviors | 7/28/2008 |
| Q: I've had cats all my life. But, my daughter's cats really have me baffled. She has 3, 1 of which ... A: Shere - I think you have answered your question in your letter. Much of the fighting is most ... | |
| mometamax | 7/28/2008 |
| Q: my dog was diagnosed with an ear infection, the vet prescribed mometamax for 7days. 10 days after ... A: Debbie - I have not known Mometamax to cause facial nerve damage; call your vet's office and talk ... | |
| Sick Cat | 7/28/2008 |
| Q: Good Evening, I have a 3 year old male ragdoll cat that lately has lost a lot of weight and has ... A: Tara - Sounds like your cat may be have several hairballs; the hot dog shaped hairball can be an ... | |
| Struvite Crystals in Urine | 7/27/2008 |
| Q: Callie is a 1 1/2 yr old fixed female cocker spaniel, diagnosed in mid May with high PH and struvite ... A: Sandy - Please forgive the faux pas. One must never confuse a dog to be a cat or vice versa. I ... | |
| Mini Schnauzer Shakes and Leans | 7/27/2008 |
| Q: In the past week my five year old black miniature schnauzer has been leaning to one side, and ... A: Nancy - You should have your dog evaluated by a veterinarian. It is possible that she is having ... | |
| naproxen | 7/27/2008 |
| Q: my bichon was chewing on a naproxen, what kind of symptoms would she have? and what do i do? A: Michlyn - The most common signs are gastro intestinal signs such as bloody stools, vomiting and ... | |
| my dog | 7/27/2008 |
| Q: hes pit bull and bull mastiff mix---hes about 10 years old.he sleeps most of the day lately ( little ... A: Al - The symptoms you describe could indicate a variety of maladies. Take the dog to a ... | |
| cat's stool issues | 7/26/2008 |
| Q: I have two Russian Blue cats (same father). One is a few days away from his 1st birthday, the ... A: Olena - This does sound a bit like inflammatory bowel disease might be one of the rule outs for ... | |
| dewarming of dog | 7/26/2008 |
| Q: I have a 9 yrs. old Labrador dog with very good temperament. The problem is regular dewrming have ... A: Kaushik - If you want to control the tapeworms, you must first control the fleas. Fleas contain ... | |
| dog with a lump | 7/26/2008 |
| Q: I rescued a 50 pound Coonhound 5 days ago. Upon doing a medical check-up, he presents with a temp ... A: Gabrielle - This does not necessarily sound like lymphoma. Lumps do not always signify cancer. The ... | |
| sick Weimaraner | 7/26/2008 |
| Q: My 5 yr old dog got feverish on Sunday eve, threw up Monday morning (grass, bile, dog food), Tues ... A: Kathi - Was any bloodwork done? The welts indicate that she may be having an allergic reaction to ... | |
| 8 yr female boxer false pregnancy | 7/26/2008 |
| Q: Chloe has not been spayed,is not pregnant, and has shown false pregnancy symptoms in the past ... A: Karen - It is possible for her to have prolonged symptoms of false pregnancy. She is obviously ... | |
| my kitten | 7/25/2008 |
| Q: My 8 month old perfect little kitten (not too little anymore!) has these bouts where he seems like ... A: Pamela - Under what conditions does your kitty seem to have problems breathing? Does anyone in ... | |
| Struvite Crystals in Urine | 7/24/2008 |
| Q: Callie is a 1 1/2 yr old fixed female cocker spaniel, diagnosed in mid May with high PH and struvite ... A: Sandy - The best diet for your cat at this point is Hill's C/D; have the urine cultured to ... | |
| cat very ill for second time, no diagnosis before | 7/24/2008 |
| Q: Hell Dr. Sherrell, We have a two year old cat named Sonja that was given to us by a friend of a ... A: Karen - Call your veterinarian and let him/her know that she is still vomiting. If an intestinal ... | |
| 2 cats have died in a period of 5 years | 7/24/2008 |
| Q: I am looking for answers as to why my two beautiful cats have died. My first cat got sick suddenly ... A: Maria - You are talking about the deaths of two cats over a period of five years. It would be ... | |
| hamster blood blister | 7/24/2008 |
| Q: Hammie the Hamster is a pretty old fellow, but he's quite energetic, has a great appetite, and all ... A: Marissa - Take your hamster to the vet to have the lump examined. I cannot venture to give you a ... | |
| beagle feeling badly | 7/24/2008 |
| Q: Our year old beagle had a massive poop attack during the night. We awoke to find the living room ... A: Tiffany - Take your dog to the veterinarian. The excessive poop and the limping are reasons to ... | |
| Dog's hind leg weak semi paralysed | 7/23/2008 |
| Q: Our dog - a mixed shepherd/lab is almost 14yrs. Her right hind leg is almost useless. We have tried ... A: Ameeta - Have you talked with her doctor regarding her arthritis? A brace is not often used to ... | |
| stray cat eye infection | 7/23/2008 |
| Q: I have 2 stray cats that I feed. I trapped them last year and took them to vet for rabies shots. It ... A: Patricia - You are to be commended for taking care of stray cats, but unfortunately I cannot ... | |
| Bald Patches in dog's armpits! | 7/23/2008 |
| Q: I have a 3 year old black lab mix and she has been relatively healthy for the year that I have had ... A: Amber - Have it checked by a veterinarian. There is the possibility that she could have an ... | |
| Kitten eyes | 7/22/2008 |
| Q: I have an eight week old kitten named Layla. Sometimes she has stuff in her eyes that is a light ... A: Meggie - Have your kitten checked by a veterinarian. There are a couple of possibilities - ... | |
| eating cat fecies | 7/22/2008 |
| Q: I have a 3yr old toy rat terrier. Within the last 4 months we have acquired a cat. I'm finding my ... A: Mickie - It is somewhat natural for a dog to eat cat feces. Most dogs find cat "poop" quite tasty. ... | |
| my cats are sick i think. | 7/22/2008 |
| Q: okay so i have more than the average amount of cats because i just love them. i had a litter of 4 ... A: Jessica - The best thing for you to do is go to have the remaining cats examined by a ... | |
| female pit losing hair | 7/22/2008 |
| Q: I have a 4 yr. old American pitbull female she has 6 wk. old puppies.Two weeks ago her hair started ... A: Wendy - If she is nursing pit bull puppies then more than likely her hair loss is due to stress. ... | |
| 2 week old kittens with fleas | 7/22/2008 |
| Q: My 2 week old kittens and their mom have very bad fleas. I was just wondering if there is anything ... A: Jacy - You can bathe them using a small amount of a very mild shampoo such as Johnson's Baby ... | |
| Pregnant Dog has bloody urine | 7/21/2008 |
| Q: My Russian Bolonka was bred July 10th and she should now be 42 days pregnant. This morning I noticed ... A: Georgie - Bolonka may have a bladder infection. Have your veterinarian examine her urine to ... | |
| 14 yr.old Westie Male | 7/21/2008 |
| Q: I have a 14 yr.old male Westie, Mac, and he is pooping in his sleep as well as when he is just ... A: Gail - This is not something that can be settled over the internet. It is absolutely necessary ... | |
| 11 yr old Springer Spaniel Female panting at nite | 7/21/2008 |
| Q: For the past few months I've noticed my Springer panting mostly at nite when she comes upstairs. I ... A: Moni - Most eleven year old dogs have some kind of arthritic condition. Ask your veterinarian to ... | |
| PUP NOT EATING , CLEAR SMELLY MUCOUS POOP | 7/21/2008 |
| Q: I HAVE A 7 WEEK OLD PUPPY. HE HAS NOT BEEN EATING AND HIS POOP IS A SMELLY YELLOWISH CLEAR MUCOUS. ... A: Leslie - You have to get your puppy to a veterinarian. The symptoms you describe sound very ... | |
| help i gave my english springer benadryl | 7/21/2008 |
| Q: 5 mls then she got the hick ups and then followed my real fast breathing and muffled breathing shes ... A: Taira - Giving your pet Benadryl should not be a problem. If she developed the symptoms you ... | |
| follow up to Ziggy question | 7/20/2008 |
| Q: This is a follow up to my e mail of last evening regarding my cat Ziggy. The antibiotic the vet ... A: Teresa - Perhaps the antibiotic is causing him to feel bad, but with all due respect, you should ... | |
| Cat allergies | 7/20/2008 |
| Q: I love cats and had 3 growing up, my husband likes them but is highly allergic...any fixes?...is ... A: Sarah - You may want to try a hairless cat; some breeds are less allergenic than others. The ... | |
| my cat attacks her tail | 7/20/2008 |
| Q: Deegie is a Siamese mix, approx 7 yrs old. Several months ago she started growling and attacking ... A: Simchah - Perhaps this is a behavioral problem. Consult your veterinarian for meds that can help ... | |
| Diabetic Cat | 7/20/2008 |
| Q: Our cat was diagnosed with diabetes in Feb 08. At first we tried feeding her the Purina DM food and ... A: Billie - Vetsulin is great for treating diabetes in cats. It is labeled for dogs only, but ... | |
| sick kitty | 7/20/2008 |
| Q: Just before Christmas 2007, I fostered an adorable 1.7 pound kitty from the SPCA. When he was three ... A: Theresa - Take Ziggy back to the doctor and request bloodwork to check liver and kidney function. ... | |
| vaccine reaction | 7/19/2008 |
| Q: My adult male got his rabies vaccination yesterday. He seemed a little sluggish last night, but not ... A: Patti - This may possibly be a reaction to the vaccine. If the vaccination was performed at a ... | |
| dog fracture | 7/19/2008 |
| Q: My dog kept completely off his hind foot for a week. He would walk on only 3 legs. The vet said ... A: Suzanne - It is better for your dog to have the splint. The splint offers your dog support so the ... | |
| puppy vomitting | 7/19/2008 |
| Q: My puppy was spraying vomit from her nose, I have never seen anything like it. She kept shaking her ... A: Chris - Continue to take her to the veterinarian. If she is still vomiting through the nose and ... | |
| Albino cat long-term care | 7/19/2008 |
| Q: I have an albino cat and my vet recently said the only way to ensure he lives a long life is to ... A: Dana - Your veterinarian is correct -an albino cat is at risk of developing skin cancer if he ... | |
| Vomiting cat | 7/19/2008 |
| Q: Please, I'm in dire need of both guidance and hope. Any words would be greatly appreciated. I have ... A: Bell - Hairballs can certainly cause vomiting. Additionally, hairballs can contribute to ... | |
| hair loss | 7/19/2008 |
| Q: ater a year with a flea collar on and going in heat my cat started licking ,cleaning and bitting to ... A: Susan - Flea collars usually do not work and can be toxic in cats. That could account for the ... | |
| Golden Retriever problem | 7/18/2008 |
| Q: I own a 7 year old female Golden Retriever. She had an emergency operation in Dec 2007 for gastric ... A: Julie - Ask your veterinarian if you can use something to quiet her stomach. I do not like to ... | |
| my dog has something wrong with her eyes! | 7/18/2008 |
| Q: i have a staffordshire terrier that i just got yesterday, her eyes are swollen shut and gooey- it ... A: Christina - You will have to take your dog to a doctor. If her eyes are swollen shut and there is ... | |
| dogs | 7/18/2008 |
| Q: my dog just gave birth last 2 weeks, we didn't see a veterinarian because of a tragedy of flood, ... A: Ivan - Breeding to the same lineage is common but that should be avoided for obvious reasons. ... | |
| Possible Dried Blood pimple on back | 7/18/2008 |
| Q: My 8 pound min recently suffered from a flea problem. We've gotten through that but after sifting ... A: Janan - There are certain skin conditions that can cause skin lesions to fill with blood. It will ... | |
| my dog | 7/18/2008 |
| Q: my dog just had puppies last night and one of them is sick. his temp. was cold and i started warming ... A: Maria - It is best that you have the puppy examined by your local veterinarian. Puppies are very ... | |
| flutd | 7/18/2008 |
| Q: Our 5 yr. old female is responding well to treatment for flutd. I understand she needs to be on a ... A: Tara - There are many reasons why cats develop chronic bladder problems. Hills' C/D is a good ... | |
| puppy maybe sick? | 7/17/2008 |
| Q: I have a 5month old american staffshire. Yesterday I came home and he went in his crate. But more ... A: Javier - Please have your pet evaluated by a veterinarian. I am unable to diagnose his problems ... | |
| food | 7/17/2008 |
| Q: multi cat house What is the best cat food to get for a kitty with a severe food allergy to stop the ... A: Joanne - How is the z/d helping? Hill's z/d can be very effective when it comes to managing food ... | |
| dachshund ate a mole | 7/17/2008 |
| Q: My dachshund (~18lbs.) just ate a mole...do I have anything to worry about, or should I just keep an ... A: Aaron - Continue to watch your dog; remember dachshunds were used to ferret out moles years ago. ... | |
| toy poddle sick | 7/17/2008 |
| Q: i have a toy puddle he is 1 year and 6 months old. He has had diarrhea for the past 2 days and ... A: Ivelisse - Diarrhea and vomiting can cause dehydration which can cause severe health problems. ... | |
| Older pet | 7/17/2008 |
| Q: My 13 yr old Maltese recently began walking funny so I took him to the vet who said he had severe ... A: Amy - Take him him to a doctor as soon as you can. The black water you describe may indicate ... | |
| Cat Pregnancy | 7/17/2008 |
| Q: I have searched endless websites on cat pregnancy, and guess what? THEY ALL SAY EXTREMELY DIFFERENT ... A: Jessica - The average gestation length (pregnancy) is 66 days in the cat. It sounds like your ... | |
| trauma signs in dog or poison | 7/16/2008 |
| Q: My dog is pacing and has to be near me at all times since last Friday (it is now Wed). We did have ... A: There are many signs of poisoning that are largely dependent on the type of poison ingested. ... | |
| rash | 7/16/2008 |
| Q: We are caring for a 10 puppy litter. Mom died at 2 1/2 weeks. Now 4 1/2 weeks old. Mostly indoors ... A: Vicki - Hard to tell without seeing him examining them, but it sounds like "puppy acne" which is ... | |
| ear infection in 10 week old | 7/16/2008 |
| Q: or would that be to dangerous and possibly really hurt her? A: Krystal - I am glad you asked - please do not pet ear drops in your dogs' ear without first ... | |
| Limping for 2 weeks | 7/16/2008 |
| Q: A few weeks ago we took our sweet yellow lab Khaki to a beach to play. She is 8 years old and ... A: Kimberly - Let's just hope that it is arthritis and she was a weekend warrior who overdid it and ... | |
| new puppy's sick... | 7/15/2008 |
| Q: .. he is three months old approx. and we just adaopted him from a shelter five days ago. he was ... A: Kayla - Bravo for adopting a puppy from your local shelter!!! Shelter pets make great pets and ... | |
| sick cat with lump | 7/15/2008 |
| Q: I have a 1.5 year old long haired female cat named Lola. When we adopted her from the shelter as a ... A: Kelley - Sorry to hear that your kitty is not feeling well. Herpes in cats can be a headache, but ... | |
| short palateHi | 7/15/2008 |
| Q: Not long after I purchased my Pekingese puppy she started with a problem which the vet called ... A: Fern - Unfortunately, there is not much you do for a short palate. There may be procedure that ... | |
| 3yr, 18lb Dog Nose Peeling | 7/15/2008 |
| Q: The top of my dog's nose is dry and peeling and a small area around her nosils have turned from ... A: Brittany - Might I suggest that you see your veterinarian to rule out certain skin diseases. The ... | |
| Bad digestion? | 7/14/2008 |
| Q: Our 1 year old cat had kittens nearly 7 weeks ago. They are all being weaned and she is rarely ... A: Lianne - First of all let me suggest that you have your cat spayed. There certainly is an ... | |
| excessive panting | 7/14/2008 |
| Q: my 2 year old golden retriever has been panting constantly since we took my husband to the airport. ... A: Susan - It seems as though your Golden may be experiencing stress because your husband is ... | |
| feline lymphosacrcoma | 7/14/2008 |
| Q: My cat Rebel, who is 15 years old, was diagnosed a few months ago with non-specific lymphosacrcoma. ... A: Debra - I am sure that your veterinarian is doing bloodwork to check out the progress of your ... | |
| Nail health and smooth poop | 7/14/2008 |
| Q: My foster dog Lily has had several health issues previous to coming to stay with me. These include a ... A: Melissa - It is hard for me to answer these questions without actually evaluating your foster pet. ... | |
| anal sac adenocarcinoma | 7/14/2008 |
| Q: Our soon to be 12yrs old Aussie male was diagnosed with anal sac adenocarcinoma. He has not been ... A: Sandy - This is probably a question you will have to discuss with your veterinarian. He/she will ... | |
| obese cat, lost companion, lost appetite | 7/14/2008 |
| Q: We have a 10-yr-old tortoiseshell female cat who has just lost her lifelong male companion (3 days ... A: Kate - Many indoor cats are obese - they are often fed too much and do not get enough exercise. ... | |
| F.I.B and dogs | 7/13/2008 |
| Q: My friends twelve year old cat has F.I.B feline infectiuos peretinious and will be pts today. Qu1 ... A: Sue - There is a possibility that the fourteen year old cat may not have contracted the disease at ... | |
| Tick infestation | 7/13/2008 |
| Q: Dr. Sherrel, My family and I adopted a 2 year old lab from the AZ Animal Care and Control and when ... A: Renea - Lyme disease is becoming increasingly prevalent over the country because society itself ... | |
| Dachshund puppy | 7/13/2008 |
| Q: I have a new Dachshund puppy he is 2 days old and he was the second to be born of two. The first was ... A: Cassandra - Take your puppy to a veterinarian. There is a possibility that he may have low blood ... | |
| Always Drooling | 7/13/2008 |
| Q: I volunteer at a humane society. One days Black lab, about 9 months old came in as a stray. He is ... A: Sarah - Perhaps the pup has a gastrointestinal problem or an infected tooth. Both can cause a dog ... | |
| feline lymphosacrcoma | 7/13/2008 |
| Q: My cat Rebel, who is 15 years old, was diagnosed a few months ago with non-specific lymphosacrcoma. ... A: Debra - There is a good chance that the prednisone that she is taking could be making her hungry. ... | |
| My Shih Tzu puppy. | 7/13/2008 |
| Q: Whenever my 11 year old daughter goes to pick up my puppy shih tzu he growls. one time he tried to ... A: Gabrielle - I think you should seek help from a professional trainer. Animals often feel insecure ... | |
| Stray Cat with injured foot | 7/13/2008 |
| Q: Several people have left there cats after having their homes foreclosed. We have been feeding two ... A: Nona - I do not recommend that you give the cat colloidal silver because you do not know the ... | |
| pus all over | 7/12/2008 |
| Q: i have a 3 month old shitzu with allergy (still on observation stage on food d/d lamb and rice )and ... A: John - It seems as though your dog has severe skin problems. I assume he is being treated with ... | |
| SOLOXINE | 7/12/2008 |
| Q: 10yr old ShihTzu, doc says tyroid not really too bad but prescribed .1mg Soloxine be given daily at ... A: Brenda - There should not be a problem with you giving your dog his meds at a different time than ... | |
| Lumps & Moles on 10 yr old Boston Terrier. | 7/12/2008 |
| Q: I have a 10 yr old female Boston Terrier who has over the last yr developed a lump(or almost a knot) ... A: Ken - Guessing is not a good thing. The lumps you describe may be benign, but one cannot tell ... | |
| Anal Gland | 7/12/2008 |
| Q: Is there an ointment, oil, medication, etc. I can place around the anus so that I won't have to ... A: Maria - Anal sac abscesses can be quite uncomfortable for the pet. Expressing the anal sacs too ... | |
| cat with brown spots on nose | 7/12/2008 |
| Q: My cat is almost 2 years old. She was in heat for about a week, and now she seems really mean. She ... A: Nikki - I assume that you did not have your cat spayed because you wrote that she keeps going in ... | |
| Beagle Puppy Teeth | 7/12/2008 |
| Q: We have a 5 month old Beagle that in the last 2 days has lost 3 teeth. I know that puppies do loose ... A: Aaron - This is the appropriate time for a puppy to be losing his baby teeth. Usually, by the ... | |
| Tick Bite | 7/11/2008 |
| Q: I recently found a tick (that was attached) on my 2 year old Golden Retriever. I was able to remove ... A: Lisa - Most likely you are overacting to your dog's bite from the tick. Usually one bite from a ... | |
| Kitten with High BUN | 7/11/2008 |
| Q: We recently took in outside kitten from our apartment complex with he is approximately 10-12 weeks ... A: Wayne - Follow the advice of your veterinarian. Most elevated kidney problems arise from ... | |
| dog fleas | 7/11/2008 |
| Q: i have a 17 yr old blind chiuauah, i cannot uase flea produts such as advantage or frontline, ... A: Joni - It is important to control the fleas in her environment if you cannot control the fleas on ... | |
| My hamsters sudden death. | 7/10/2008 |
| Q: My 2 1/2 yr old hamster had some blood on her bottom. Her appetite was normal and she had no ... A: Veronica - What you describe sounds like wet tail, but you hamster could have died from a variety ... | |
| Cat hit by a car, trying to decide what to do... | 7/10/2008 |
| Q: Our 7 yr old cat drug herself into our house today after being gone for at least 24 hours. We took ... A: Kelley - Please allow me to be straight forward with you - if you do not want to properly treat ... | |
| Dog collapses | 7/10/2008 |
| Q: I have a 13 year old miniture schnauzer, Abby. She has always gotten really excited after a bath, ... A: Wendie - There are many reasons why Abby may be collapsing. It would take too long to list the ... | |
| concerns about 8 month old dog | 7/10/2008 |
| Q: I just returned from a 10 day trip to Minnesota with my 8 month old dog. Since returning home, he ... A: Rebecca - If the weather is extremely warm, then please leave your pet in the house during the ... | |
| bloody stool and vomit.... | 7/10/2008 |
| Q: Just today I saw that my 5yr. old Rotweiller had bloody, mucous like diarrhea along with some watery ... A: Lisa - Intestinal parasites, dietary indiscretion and depression can all cause bloody stool and ... | |
| Sick Cat - Covering my Bases | 7/9/2008 |
| Q: I am writing regarding my 3 year old maine coon mix. He's been a relatively healthy cat since we ... A: Since there are still few definitive diagnoses for FIP, it will be difficult to know whether or not ... | |
| Cat and baby | 7/9/2008 |
| Q: I have a three and half year old cat that i adopted and she never really liked to be touched. She ... A: Aniosa - The best thing for you to do is to train your daughter to leave the cat alone. If you ... | |
| Kitten with Bloated Stomach | 7/9/2008 |
| Q: I am currently fostering 3 kittens. They are 2 months of age and have had their first round of ... A: Tara - There are several reasons why a kitten would have a big belly - intestinal parasites are ... | |
| cat found dead | 7/8/2008 |
| Q: I found my cat had died outside on my back lawn. I first thought he may have ate or drank something ... A: Patti - I am sorry that your beloved pet has passed away. It is difficult to determine why he ... | |
| Cat's eyes closed | 7/8/2008 |
| Q: I just recently found an Abyssinian mix stray male. I took him to the SPCA to be fixed and they ... A: Eileen - I have an idea that you may be talking about a condtion of the eye where the eyelid is ... | |
| unusual lumps | 7/8/2008 |
| Q: My neighbor has a 5 month old chocolate lab (F). The pup is very healthy and Erica, the owner, is a ... A: Elizabeth - Without examining the animal it is difficult to say what those two lumps are; however, ... | |
| Dry Eye | 7/8/2008 |
| Q: In my mini poodle, after treating eye irritation (and discharge) for 2+ years as allergic reaction ... A: Martha Beth - Cyclosporine is just that - human or animal form - it is the same drug. Because it ... | |
| URGENT!my sick puppy | 7/8/2008 |
| Q: I have just recently gotten a puppy on an impulse. But, in hindsight I realized I do not have the ... A: Angelina - I commend you for admitting that you made a mistake in making a impulse adopton. The ... | |
| Sick Cat - Covering my Bases | 7/7/2008 |
| Q: I am writing regarding my 3 year old maine coon mix. He's been a relatively healthy cat since we ... A: Henna - The symptoms you describe can be used to describe several diseases. Since I have not ... | |
| 12wk old puppy | 7/7/2008 |
| Q: I have a chocolate lab who is 12 wks. old and i noticed after she was done peeing there was a yellow ... A: Nicole - It seems as though your puppy may have a bladder infection. Bladder infections are very ... | |
| dog's tail | 7/7/2008 |
| Q: I noticed yesterday that my lab's tail was down. It is out approx 1-1.5 inches and then straight ... A: Jill - Is it possible that the tail was caught in the door? There are several reasons that may ... | |
| Euthanasia | 7/3/2008 |
| Q: Why do vets sometimes have to attempt 2-3 times to euthanize a dog? I just put down my beloved ... A: Laura - There are probably thousands of diseases that can cause an animal to get weak and become ... | |
| dog is not eating | 7/3/2008 |
| Q: My dog had exploratory surgery yesterday to see if he had anything in his intestines, after vomiting ... A: Adriana - What does your veterinarian recommend? Contact them as soon as possible and follow the ... | |
| Euthanasia | 7/2/2008 |
| Q: Why do vets sometimes have to attempt 2-3 times to euthanize a dog? I just put down my beloved ... A: Laura - I am sorry that you have to have your pet put to sleep. I am assuming that your pet was ... | |
| Cat not using litter box | 7/2/2008 |
| Q: My cat keeps pooping right outside her litter box and hasn't done it in her litter box now for ... A: Marie - You did not say what kind of cat you have, how old she is and how long you have had her. ... | |
| small terrier mix has heart murmur | 7/1/2008 |
| Q: what is a heart murmur and what does it do to your dogs heart. A: Allison - A heart murmur occurs when the valves in the heart do not work sufficiently to prevent ... | |
| goiter? | 7/1/2008 |
| Q: I just recently noticed a knot the size of a golf ball on the under side of my year old boxer's ... A: Kim - Without examining your pet, it is impossible to determine the cause of the ; however it ... | |
| 12 yr old Corgi mix with congestive heart failure | 7/1/2008 |
| Q: Clyde was diagnosed with congestive heart failure about 2 years ago. He takes Lasix and Enalapril ... A: Kim - It seems as though Clyde may be decompensation in his present condition. The heat may be ... | |
| Liver Disease | 6/30/2008 |
| Q: Our 14yr old shitzu/terrierr little dog has advanced liver disease plus heart condition plus ... A: Cheri - There are many treatments for advanced liver disease and heart murmurs. It is difficult ... | |
| fast breathing | 6/30/2008 |
| Q: 3 yr. old female Maine Coon. All shots and regular vet visits since birth. Recent checkup 7 days ago ... A: Bob - Why do you think her heart is beating rapidly? If your veterinarian has cleared her as a ... | |
| 18 day old german shepherd puppies | 6/30/2008 |
| Q: Our 18 day old puppies are having bowl movements that are hard and crying at the time of ... A: Joann - At 18 days old your puppies should still be nursing from their mother. Perhaps the puppy ... | |
| chihuahua hair loss | 6/30/2008 |
| Q: I have a chihuahua, she's about 1 1/2 yrs old and she is experiencing some hair loss around her ... A: Ana - I agree with your veterinarian - the symptoms you describe will subside with time if they ... | |
| mother dog has diarrhea | 6/29/2008 |
| Q: My dog had a litter of puppies that are about 4wks old now-- she had 10 and they were alla ... A: Master - There are several reasons why a nursing dog would be losing weight. Are you feeding food ... | |
| Cat reclaiming its territory | 6/29/2008 |
| Q: When we last went on vacation(for a month) my cat was cared for by my daughter at her house. When ... A: Judith - I am not sure I am understanding what you mean by "savaging" by other cat. Do you mean ... | |
| baby dwarf hamster | 6/28/2008 |
| Q: I have a baby dwarf hamster who is seventeen days old. When I cleaned the cage at 14 days, I noticed ... A: Jacquelyn - Your baby hamster is likely to be okay, however it is difficult for me to say without ... | |
| cat eye problem | 6/28/2008 |
| Q: many feral cats live around my sister's property & she feeds them. quite a lot of them have eye ... A: Chris - I don't think it is wise to buy over the counter medicines without a medical professional ... | |
| Excessive Licking | 6/28/2008 |
| Q: I have a cat that was feral as a kitten. It's just over a year old now and seems very comfortable ... A: Carol - Grooming in animals is very common. Cats tend to groom each other often - when they are ... | |
| My dog ate cold and sinus medicine | 6/28/2008 |
| Q: I think my dog may have eaten an Advil Cold and Sinus tablet. What should I do? A: Mandy - You should take your dog to be seen by a veterinarian as soon as possible. The effects of ... | |
| Hamster illness? | 6/27/2008 |
| Q: I have a one-year-old teddy bear hamster. Lately, I noticed she's been having these really sudden ... A: Judy - There are several syndromes that can cause your hamster to begin sneezing. The most common ... | |
| cut my cat's tail on door ;( | 6/26/2008 |
| Q: Yesterday I accidentally closed the door on my cat's tail and pulled the hair from the tip off. I ... A: Melissa - You should have your cat's tail examined by your veterinarian. If he is "careful" with ... | |
| Sore on my cats mouth | 6/26/2008 |
| Q: For the last two or so months, my cat has been getting small sores around the bottom part of her ... A: Amberlynn - It is difficult to diagnose what is going on with your cat without examining her. ... | |
| metal licker | 6/26/2008 |
| Q: My pug has OCD, as far as licking. She is really obsessed with metal. Zippers, cage, anything ... A: Keri- Did you have your pug diagnosed as OCD or does she just lick often? If she has been ... | |
| hypertrophic cardio myopathy | 6/25/2008 |
| Q: I purchased a calico sphynx from what was registered and for all accounts, a reputable breeder. ... A: Heather - I think you should continue to seek treatment. It is not uncommon for exotic breeds such ... | |
| dog with half his face swollen-possible bug bite | 6/25/2008 |
| Q: I got home to find my papillon with barely enough energy to greet me at the door. One eye is ... A: Elizabeth - Get your pet to a veterinarian as soon as possible. A swollen face can be a sign of ... | |
| kittens | 6/25/2008 |
| Q: good evening, i have a stray cat that came to my barn and had 4 kittens, they are about 4 to 5 ... A: Chris - You did not mention whether or not the kittens had been vaccinated. Oral ulceration can ... | |
| puppy teeth | 6/24/2008 |
| Q: my husband was playing ball with our 5 month old puppy and he found a canine tooth from out dog.do ... A: Puppies certainly do have canines before the adult teeth erupt. It sounds as if your puppy was ... | |
| whats wrong with my dog | 6/24/2008 |
| Q: I have a 13 mo old pit bull. When I got home today she had eaten all of her food and water. She had ... A: You should take your pet to be evaluated by a veterinarian as soon as possible. There are several ... | |
| OLDER DOG | 6/24/2008 |
| Q: We have a 14 or 15 year old Husky/Shepherd mix. Her hind legs are swollen and appear stiff. The ... A: You should consider taking your dog to see a veterinarian. The stiffness in the back legs may be ... | |
| my cats 3rd eyelid | 6/23/2008 |
| Q: this is similar to the one already posted on the forum, my cats eyes (both) have been half covered ... A: Cheryl - Without knowing how old your cat is and its vaccine status, it is difficult to give you ... | |
| Diarrhea in Cats | 6/23/2008 |
| Q: My cat, Smokey, was put on antibiotics over a month ago to treat what the veterinarian thought was a ... A: Becky - It seems that you have covered all bases with Smokey. It is wise to introduce ... | |
| Cat Crisis | 6/23/2008 |
| Q: So I just moved about three weeks ago into a new place and I have two loving/adorable male cats (a ... A: Heather - It seems as though the cat (one or both) may feel stressed because they are in a new ... | |
| enlarged nipples | 6/9/2008 |
| Q: I have a 2 year old dachshund and she has not been nuetered yet. She was in heat in mid April. I was ... A: Mary - Your dog may be experiencing a false pregnancy. See a veterinarian to determine what's ... | |
| pinched nerve | 6/9/2008 |
| Q: My lab was walking around and holding her head up and had no appetite; also her left front paw would ... A: Margaret - Wobbler's disease is seen mostly in the Doberman. It is not common in labs. If the ... | |
| Post Feline Urinary Blockage | 6/8/2008 |
| Q: I just got my 6 year old male Coco back from the vet 24 hours ago after he was catheterized for a ... A: Tarrick - I have had a lot of experience with urinary blockage in cats. The food in question is ... | |
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General questions about the care and diseases of small animals
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Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Tuskegee University
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