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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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. ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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. ...
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| 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 - ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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. ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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, ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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. ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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, ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 - ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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, ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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. ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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. ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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? ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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, ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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, ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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, ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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. ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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. ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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. ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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. ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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. ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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. ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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. ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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. ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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. ...
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| 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. ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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. ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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. ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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. ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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. ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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? ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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. ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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, ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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? ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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. ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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. ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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. ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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. ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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. ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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. ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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, ...
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| 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. ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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. ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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. ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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, ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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, ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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, ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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. ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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. ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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; ...
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| 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. ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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. ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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; ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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. ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 - ...
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| 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. ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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. ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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. ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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. ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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. ...
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| 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. ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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. ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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. ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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. ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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. ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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, ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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. ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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. ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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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