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About Charlotte Sherrell, DVM
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Expertise
General questions about the care and diseases of small animals and exotics;

Experience
I've been in the practice of veterinary medicine for ten years; Medical Director of Humane Society for nine years

Organizations
American Veterinary Medical Association
American Association of Feline Practioners
Association of Shelter Veterinarians

Education/Credentials
B.S. Biology Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Tuskegee University

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Subject	Date Asked

i dont know ?	10/10/2008
Q: My dog dusty is about 1 year and a half years old. he is a bijon-frise very small about 10.9 pounds ... A: Erica - Have your dog examined by a veterinarian. Because I have not given your dog a physical ...
anus inflamed	10/9/2008
Q: I have a 7 year old pug named Buddy, for the past month he has had very loose stools, almost a ... A: Eva - You should have your dog evaluated by a veterinarian as soon as possible. I realize that you ...
Old Dog Dry Skin Patches	10/7/2008
Q: my 12 year old dog (Bichon Terrier) has just developed patches of dry skin on his back and most of ... A: Carolyn - You should have your dog evaluated by a veterinary professional. There are many reasons ...
SICK PUPPY	10/7/2008
Q: my puppy is 6 weeks old.just a week back we got it.he was very active when he came had good food too ... A: Jahan - The symptoms you describe sound like your pup may be having seizures. If you are not ...
Sick Kitten	10/6/2008
Q: I have a 5 month ols kitten that i got from our Local Humane Society and i gave him some human ... A: Keith - The salmon may have been too rich for your kitten. Feed him premium food such as Hill's ...
ROTTWEILER AGE 10	10/5/2008
Q: We have a rottie age 10, Sugar, who has for the last several days not able to use her hind legs. we ... A: Sherri - I recommend that you ask your vet to do bloodwork and take radiographs. There is ...
newborn yorkie puppies	10/5/2008
Q: My female yorkie/chihauha mix deliver four healthy babies September 9, 2008. She is a caring ... A: Gayla - Begin feeding the puppies wet puppy food at five weeks of age. Some moms will try to stop ...
What's the best diet for calcium oxalate crystals prevention/management?	10/4/2008
Q: I am a Licensed Veterinary Technician and my 2 year old neutered male cat was recently diagnosed ... A: Leanne - The diets you are feeding are great for the management of calcium oxalate crystals. ...
my cat	10/3/2008
Q: I usually let my cat go outside for the first part of the morning and then i bring him in....but ... A: Cynthia - Take your cat to the veterinarian for a checkup. Outside cats tend to get hurt more ...
over the counter NSAID for puppy	10/3/2008
Q: I have a 5 1/2 month old Jack Russell/Corky mix puppy who weighs 4# 5 ounces. He woke up 2 days and ... A: Beth - Consult with your doctor to determine what you can give your dog. I cannot suggest ...
early sterilization	10/3/2008
Q: We rescued a feral kitten four months ago, and decided to adopt him. The association's vet recently ... A: Levi - Early sterilization can be very safe; neutering your pet at six months old is not really ...
My Dog, Lucy Needs Some Advice!	10/3/2008
Q: I have a 14 month old Labrador retriever mix, since she was about 6 months old i have been seeing ... A: Brittany - You should have your dog evaluated by a veterinarian. Alternating hip pain can be ...
Boston terrier, several issues.	10/3/2008
Q: my boston terrier, is a year and 3 months old, has been eating her Bowel movements whether it is out ... A: Ashley - You need to take your dog to a doctor. If she is bleeding from the rectum, this can be ...
Stormy	10/2/2008
Q: Stormy is a male miniature collie and sheltie mix. His one eye has had from what my Vet has told me ... A: Judy - The third eyelid is also known as the nictitanic membrane. It has many properties, helping ...
English Springer Spaniels	10/2/2008
Q: I have a 13-1/2 year old English springer spaniel who is constantly wining. I am not sure if he is ... A: Noreen - Have your veterinarian examine your dog to help determine why he is whining. A 13 year ...
Male one yr old Boston Terrier	10/2/2008
Q: My dog was resting quietly when all of a sudden he woke up wimpering and couldn't stand except for ... A: Ron - Have your veterinarian examine your dog to determine why he is behaving in this manner. ...
whats wrong with my cat	10/2/2008
Q: I have no idea what's wrong with my cat today he vomited twice, and he's been acting strange he ... A: Scott - There are many reasons why your cat would be behaving in the way your describe. ...
11 year old female cat	10/1/2008
Q: About a year ago I noticed a small bump on the left side of my cat's neck. I would check it ... A: Kristie - Unfortunately, I cannot diagnose what is affecting your cat without the benefit of a ...
small liver question - again?	10/1/2008
Q: Wow, that wasn't a very helpful answer... what an assumption. I'm sure that happens, but geez. Okay, ... A: Debbie - What wasn't a helpful answer - was it an answer I gave? I looked for my answer to your ...
cats refusing food	10/1/2008
Q: Have you ever heard of a cat that suddenly stops eating/drinking and vomits, gets weaker and ... A: Marianne - Usually when cats do the things you describe they are ill, not necessarily wanting to ...
my cat	9/30/2008
Q: right, my cat shes a female aged 1yrs 7mths and she has a lump on her lower back and every time i do ... A: Natasha - Have you had your cat examined by a veterinarian? A doctor needs to look her over and ...
Vomiting doberman	9/30/2008
Q: My dobie who is 6 vomited about 5 times in the night, and on 4 of those he cleaned up his vomit. At ... A: Silvia - You should take your dog to the vet as soon as you can. Also, you may want to withhold ...
i took your advice and went to the vet	9/30/2008
Q: heres just a little history from the first question and then the new info. my dog had a lump on the ... A: Mandy - If you are not getting the answer you want from the doctors at the veterinary hospital, then ...
My cat is scratching her ears..	9/29/2008
Q: I have three cats and they are indoors, the third one came from a shelter recently and she has a ... A: Andie - I do not recommend any over the counter medication for treatment of any cat ailment. Over ...
My Dog (Rottweiller)	9/29/2008
Q: My dog has developed white spots on her nose, and it looks like it is spreading. Do you have any ... A: Jacqueline - Unfortunately, I am not able to diagnose your dog's illness without the benefit of a ...
Puppy with Bacteria in stool.	9/29/2008
Q: I took my 17wk old shih tzu pup to the emergency vet yesterday (Sunday) because for 2 mornings he ... A: Darci - Bacteria in the stool should not be an ongoing problem; with proper antibiotics, the ...
Cat Scratched in the eye	9/29/2008
Q: My cat was just recently taken to the vet for a weepy eye. He didn't have any colored discharge, ... A: Rachelle - Applying meds to the eye may cause some discharge initially, but if the medicine is ...
dogs legs giving out?	9/29/2008
Q: Sherrell, Thank you for your time. I have a medium size mix breed dog (about 45 lbs) who is will ... A: Kelly - There is the strong possibility that your dog may have arthritis of the hip joints. ...
stomatitis/gingivitis	9/29/2008
Q: My 16 year old cat has gingivitis. He has trouble eating. I feed him canned cat food. It is quite ... A: Trish - Have your veterinarian prescribe pain meds for your kitty. You may also want to consider ...
Need Help	9/28/2008
Q: I cannot afford to see a vet at this point. My baby Harley is a Lhasa Apso who is chewing on himself ... A: Della - Unfortunately, some skin conditions that affect pets will not resolve without the help of ...
my 1yr old lhasa apso	9/27/2008
Q: my dog lola has just turned 1.her appetite is good but can be quite fussy, she is not unwell,very ... A: Colleen - Dogs do tend to sleep a great deal of the day. LLasas are not as active as labs, so ...
small dog has growths	9/27/2008
Q: i have a 15lbs pug cross who gets little growths. they grow like a pimple and when they pop they ... A: Carol - Sorry - I cannot give advice on these growths with the benefit of actually seeing them. ...
runny kitten eyes	9/27/2008
Q: my husband i just got a kitten from a shelter where it was just dumped off...its only 7 weeks old, ... A: Kimberly - Runny eyes are common symptoms found in all animal shelters. Often treatment for upper ...
Small dog bladder problem?	9/26/2008
Q: Molly is a Jack Russell Terrier/Miniature Poodle mix, 15 lbs. and almost 3 years old. Although ... A: Ray - You should take your pet to the doctor as soon as you can. The longer you wait, the sicker ...
kittens soft yellow poo w/ blood in it	9/26/2008
Q: It seems one day they have normal poo then the next not. The not normal poo is yellow like mustard ... A: Tracy - Unfortunately, I am unable to recommend treatment for anything without a physical exam. ...
Should I opt to remove my cat's leg?	9/26/2008
Q: I have a 13 year old cat with a really big tumor on her hip. she hasn't had it for that long but it ... A: Angela - Unfortunately without the benefit of a physical exam I am unable to help you decide what ...
dog with swollen spleen	9/26/2008
Q: Two months ago my 11 year old dog had two epileptic seizures. We were told to watch her (blood ... A: Sharon - I am sorry about the death of your dog. Unfortunately, I cannot give you a second opinion ...
My Cocker	9/26/2008
Q: My 11yr.old Cockers right eye all of a sudden started looking lazy and weird, she seems to see and ... A: Janice - An 11 year old cocker is at least seventy years old when compared to human years. She is ...
worried about puppy	9/25/2008
Q: my 7wk old puppy is whiningh as he bites his hind legs. He seems very anxious. A: Wendy - Check your pup for fleas under the tail, behind the ears and under the belly. If you see ...
toxic plants	9/25/2008
Q: I have a one year old shih tzu that has been eating japanese fig leaves. They are shedding off the ... A: Val - I have not found info that the leaves you describe are poisonous, but that does not mean ...
4 yr old male cocker spaniel	9/25/2008
Q: .I have a 4 yr old cocker that is crate trained. He is in his crate only when I am gone and at ... A: Pam - Rule out medical problems before you begin to search for other reasons why he is soiling his ...
Need Help	9/25/2008
Q: My dog is a 7 year old female.Never been spayed and never mated.she has been whining and we got an ... A: You should get a second opinion concerning your dog. If in fact your dog may have an infected ...
prostatitus and producing healthy pups	9/25/2008
Q: Mu 1 yr old Min Pin was diagnosed last week with prostatitus and is being treated now. Will he be ... A: Robin - Your dog should be able to reproduce effectively if he receives his medicine properly and ...
cat vomiting a week after vet visit	9/25/2008
Q: My cat is 2 years old and up until yesterday had probably only vomited 8-10 times in his life. ... A: Cathy - Your cat may be experiencing a reaction to the vaccines. Frequent vomiting can be a ...
vaginal bleeding	9/24/2008
Q: i have an 81/2 yr old great dane that is in great health for her age. but today i noticed some ... A: Shannon - Have your dog examined by a veterinarian. She may have an infected uterus (pyometra) if ...
Cat licking his fur off.	9/24/2008
Q: Since getting my cat neutered in July, he has been licking himself bald. At first it was just two ... A: Robyn - Take him to a veterinarian to determine why he is scratching himself so intently. I am ...
TORN LIGAMENT	9/24/2008
Q: My dog has torn her ligament in her left hind knee. She holds it up and limps. I took her to the ... A: Lori - Consult a veterinary speciality clinic for help in stablizing the leg. A speciality ...
diarrhea	9/24/2008
Q: our 2 yr. old border collie cross we adopted from shelter (was a stray) 2 weeks ago, is eating her ... A: Lori - Have your vet do a fecal exam and bloodwork to help find out why your dog has diarrhea. ...
Hamster	9/24/2008
Q: Our hamster is about two years old and doesn't seem to be herself. She is not eating much and isn't ... A: Aurora - There are many reasons why your hamster may not be feeling well; unfortunately without ...
swollen glands	9/24/2008
Q: My friend called me earlier and asked me what he should do because his dog, its a bull mastiff, has ... A: Kimberly - Swollen glands on both sides of the neck usually indicate swollen lymph nodes. Swollen ...
care after delivery of puppies	9/23/2008
Q: Is it okay to put a diaper on my female lab when she is not nursing? She gave birth 2 days ago and ... A: Katrina - A diaper might be a problem if the puppies are not able to nurse whenever they need to ...
having a male and female in the same home both not neutered	9/23/2008
Q: Sherrell, I have a male Mi-Ki who has not been neutered. He's one year old and weighs 5 pounds. I ... A: Joanne - What danger are you referring to? Are you asking if they will attempt to mate? ...
Mini schnauzers/mouth foam	9/23/2008
Q: I took my 2 mini schnauzers (10 lbs each, 14mo old) out for a walk(not long, not hot)this evening. ... A: Lisa - Your daughter is right - some frogs and toads do have substances that are defense ...
Best Care Procedures for an Abandoned Kitten	9/22/2008
Q: Sherrell, I live in China and one of my professors found an abandoned kitten that I eventually ... A: Vincent - A five week old kitty should be eating kitten food with no problem. The vaccine ...
kitty not eating/vomited/lethargic	9/22/2008
Q: My 7-year-old kitty Stella didn't eat her dinner tonight, which is very rare for her. She lives for ... A: Courtney - I think a visit to the vet in the morning would be okay because she is not vomiting ...
Border Collie Puppy	9/22/2008
Q: Okay, so we have this litter of 3 border collie, full blooded pups. All boys. One of them, Samuel, ... A: Caitli - Have your pup check by a veterinarian. Rarely, intestinal parasites such as hookworms ...
gagging cat	9/21/2008
Q: One of my cat seems to gag alot like its got a hairball. The sound is same as a human that has a ... A: Ed - Have you had your cat examined by a veterinarian? Geriatric cats often have problems that ...
Kitten with draining eyes	9/21/2008
Q: This is a follow-up question. My kitten has a golden drainage from his eyes and has sinus issues. ... A: Becky - If you are having trouble understanding your veterinarian, perhaps you should ask her to ...
My Cat fell from high storey	9/21/2008
Q: My cat jumps down from high floor. He is currently hospitalised. The vet said that he has injury to ... A: Worried Mum - It is difficult for me to tell you what to expect from your cat's injury without ...
one year old lab with fleas!!!!	9/21/2008
Q: we have a one year old lab with a flea problem that has us totally stumped. We have used the pills ... A: Eleanor - Perhaps you are not using the correct amount of flea preventative. If you are using a ...
6 year old Shih Tzu 'panic attacks'?	9/21/2008
Q: Our extremely docile Shih Tzu, Jake - whom we have seldom heard bark (maybe a dozen times in six ... A: Kirsten - It seems as though something is frightening your dog or at least startling him. The ...
puppy	9/21/2008
Q: my puppy chihuahua had a few lumps on his head this morning they now have moved. one is over his ... A: Plogans - Unfortunately, I cannot tell you what is wrong with your puppy without the benefit of a ...
sick boxer puppies	9/20/2008
Q: the little one that died was the runt she could not bread and was in allot of pain and when she was ... A: Geraldine - Is the mother of the puppies healthy? Is she current on her vaccines? Was the father ...
My dog gets sick about every 2 weeks	9/20/2008
Q: George is about 11 yrs old, shepherd/collie. For the last couple of months he has bouts of ... A: Debra - Have your pet examined by a veterinarian as soon as possible. His bouts of disorientation ...
My Indoor Cat had a white 1/4" worm come out his anus	9/20/2008
Q: I have had a cat that I adopted from the shelter about 3 months ago (he had a clean bill of health ... A: Jasmine - I do not recommend giving any medication over the counter medication for internal ...
Voice box removal	9/20/2008
Q: Good day, Could you point me to a Veterinarian within a days drive of South-West Virginia that can ... A: Bryan - No, I do not have the name of a doctor that would consider removing the vocal chords of ...
kitten	9/20/2008
Q: found a kitten along the road, brought it home and it ate dog food, now she has diarrhea don't have ... A: Becky - You should have your new kitten examined by a veterinary professional. If she has ...
strange illness in energetic golden retriever	9/20/2008
Q: We have been noticing that our young, 6 year old golden has been losing weight over the last months ... A: Mimo - Have your dog examined by an veterinary specialist. He/she can perform tests that may help ...
pitbull lump	9/19/2008
Q: I have a 3 year old pit bull, he has a about a softball size lump on the side of his neck, what is ... A: Victoria - You should have your pet examined by a veterinarian. Without the benefit of a physical ...
Limping Cat	9/19/2008
Q: My 9-year-old cat has been limping for 10 days. The limping came on suddenly (I noticed it at night ... A: Teresa - Without the benefit of a physical exam I am unable to tell you the cause of your cat's ...
Boston Terrier sudden death	9/19/2008
Q: My boyfriend's dog sadly died yesterday unexpectedly and we just want to know possibly why. I ... A: Kelsey - I am sorry to hear of the loss of your dog. It seems as though the death of your pup was ...
Shar pei puppy	9/19/2008
Q: i have a 5 month old sharpei puppy who produces excessive saliva, especially when sleeping, he ... A: Gina - To my knowledge, Shar Peis do tend to salivate excessively but I am not aware of salivation ...
Chloe's eye.	9/19/2008
Q: My cat, Chloe, is about 3 years old and I noticed the other day that she was squinting her right eye ... A: Amanda - Chloe should be examined be a doctor as soon as possible. There are a number of ailments ...
Black Toenail	9/19/2008
Q: About 2 days ago, my Boston Terrier mix was able to dig the tray of his cage out. In the process he ... A: Lindsey - You should have your dog examined by a veterinarian. The fractured toenail can be very ...
sick puppy	9/18/2008
Q: We rescued 2 puppies from the shelter last week. They came from different shelters. One is a 2 ... A: Elizabeth - You should have your pet checked as soon as possible. Diarrhea in puppies and kittens ...
Cat Wheezing	9/18/2008
Q: My cat has recurring nasal congestion. He has been to the vet, gotten meds, and it keeps coming ... A: Heidi - Asthma in cats is a fairly common ailment. Is your cat actually wheezing or is he just ...
Dog eats grass	9/18/2008
Q: I have a 4 yr old lab/corgi named maggie. SHe has been eating grass will that hurt her Is there ... A: Benita - Some dogs eat grass because they like the way it tastes. However, there are times when a ...
cats exposed to gas leak	9/18/2008
Q: Yesterday, we came home after all day at work to find the gas stove leaking slightly - the burner ... A: Susan - Because I am not a specialist in the area of poison exposure, I cannot tell you the ...
Feline Herpes?	9/18/2008
Q: I adopted a kitten 3 months ago from a shelter. He is about 6m now. He sneezes and started out with ... A: Christine - If your cat already has FHV the vaccine will serve no purpose. The vaccine will ...
morkie question	9/17/2008
Q: I have a morkie which is a combo of maltese and yorkie. Last night she was acting unwell. She went ... A: Marge - Perhaps your pup has an upset stomach. Have her evaluated by a veterinary professional to ...
My cat is sick	9/17/2008
Q: I have a cat who is 11ish about a yearago she started goingpoop where ever she was and mades a loud ... A: Kristal - Have your cat examined again; diarrhea of that magnitude will not resolve on its own. ...
unknown feline ailment	9/16/2008
Q: my 9 year old tuxedo tabby cat is not well. a little over a month ago we noticed a limp in one of ... A: Trevor - You should have your kitty examined by a veterinarian as soon as possible. The symptoms ...
Cat litter box problem	9/16/2008
Q: I have 2 female cats, 9 and 5. I have 2 litter boxes in the bathroom, one is located in bathtub. ... A: Phjyllis - Have both cats checked for urinary tract problems and intesgtinal parasites. If the ...
please help	9/16/2008
Q: can a ringworm ,that my cat is infected with, and has been transmitted to me and my wife(we are all ... A: Filip - Ringworm in cats is fairly common. Wash your hands when handling your kitty and make sure ...
Cocker With Bacterial Infection	9/16/2008
Q: My 6 year old cocker has what has been diagnoised as bacterial infection after scraping his skin. ... A: Paulette - I cannot suggest meds for your pet without the benefit of a physical exam. However, ...
ear infection	9/15/2008
Q: I clean his ears about every 3 days and it always very slimy and green. A: Shannon - Find out what the vet says. There are many reasons why a dog would have a discharge ...
my female is standing.	9/15/2008
Q: I have a 4 year old female Lhasa apso and a male pug. 5 months ago she came into season and there ... A: Maxine - There is a possibility that your female is having a false estrus which can be explained ...
HELP ME WITH MY KITTEN PLEASE!!	9/15/2008
Q: Okay, i have about a five month old kitten. She has had her rabies but no other shots. Me and my ... A: Melissa - It sounds as if your cat has a parasite. The parasite is called cuterebra. What you may ...
how to tell if my dog is pregnant	9/15/2008
Q: She has been very lazy not eating and whole body outlook is different. She looks fat and her nipples ... A: Diana - Weight gain and mammary gland (along with nipple) enlargement is usually an indication ...
Our pets got sick/died while boarded at vet.	9/15/2008
Q: We boarded our two guinea pigs and our 12 year old lab at our vet for about 10 days over Christmas ... A: Gretchen - I answer only questions related to veterinary medicine. Voice your concerns to your ...
cat behavior	9/14/2008
Q: my cat for the past week has been peeing on the floor. She acts like her back legs are hurt, not ... A: Christina - Have her evaluated by a veterinarian as soon as possible. She may have a bladder ...
Might be 'Fading puppy syndrome'	9/14/2008
Q: My Westie bitch has had 3 litter's in total. The First litter she had 5 pups. Four of theese were ... A: Anwen - There is such as thing as fading puppy syndrome. It is a broad term used to describe ...
yellow lab with fleas	9/14/2008
Q: We have a yellow male lab with fleas. We have tried everything that the vet has given us, ( drops ... A: Eleanor - Are you treating your house in addition to treating your doggy? Often, pets become ...
my dog died unexpectedly	9/14/2008
Q: .. on Friday she was laying on the couch and she stretched and started whimpering and shaking we ... A: Jessie - I am sorry for the loss of your pet. Unfortunately, I cannot explain why your dog passed ...
anal sac adenocarcinomas	9/14/2008
Q: Our 12yr old Australian Shepperd has anal sac adenocarcinoma. Since he had never be "fixed" our Vet ... A: Sandy - I am sorry to that your dog is sick. Is your pet on meds to keep him comfortable? ...
2 lb dog	9/13/2008
Q: How much baby aspirin should be given to a 2 lb dog after having a vaccination? Or should they be ... A: Judy - Why are you giving your dog aspirin after a vaccine? If you think that your dog is not ...
Cat going everywhere	9/13/2008
Q: My cat jack is 10 and 2 days ago we brought him to the vet and found that he had stones blocking his ... A: Alissa - If your cat is urinating in places where he should not be, he may associate his ...
rat terrier with seizures	9/12/2008
Q: im in mexico on vacation my rat terrier had 5 seizure this morning and no vets avalible in my area ... A: Valerie - If your dog is having a seizure there is nothing you can do except to get him to a ...
12 year old staff/lab mix	9/12/2008
Q: I recently took my dog to a friends cottage and on the 3rd day noticed his bottom eylid seemed ... A: Kellyanne - Have your dog checked for Horner's Syndrome. I cannot diagnose your pet without the ...
scab on back of neck	9/12/2008
Q: I have a 3 year old min pin. He was ran over at 6 months old and suffered a broken leg. We got pins ... A: Mandy - Have your dog evaluated by a veterinary professional. Often, if enough damage is done to ...
Clavamox for 3 weeks for high liver blood test	9/12/2008
Q: My 5 year old female maltese suddenly went from normal to abnormal. After a 1st round of ... A: Kay - Is she on Clavamox to treat the liver problem? If so, she must be fed before you give her ...
clogged tear ducts	9/11/2008
Q: I am considering buying a pure bred miniature long haired doxie. The breeder just informed me that ... A: Jennifer - Blocked tear ducts can usually be surgically repaired. The procedure is a fairly ...
my cocker spaniel	9/11/2008
Q: I had a tri--color cocker spaniel who was eight years old, she had an infection in one of her eyes ... A: Patricia - I am very sorry for the loss of your pet. I think you made the right decision. I know ...
poison oak	9/11/2008
Q: I think my dog has poison oak, she has been itching all over. At first there were a small amount of ... A: Shanell - There is not much to tell other than what you already know. Poison ivy can cause itchy ...
possible rat poisoning in a dog	9/10/2008
Q: My two 4 yr old mixed lab/retriever dogs were playing with a rat that I know had been poisoned with ... A: Dee - Ingestion of a rat that was poisoned by D-Con can potentially cause poisoning in a dog. The ...
Kitten Leaking Pus	9/10/2008
Q: I have an 8 week old kitten that is leaking pus from her vagina. She also seems to dribble out ... A: Elecia - Vaginal infections in kittens as young as eight weeks are not common. Have her examined ...
Parvo and My JAck Russel Terrier	9/10/2008
Q: my little JRT has Parvo hes 6mnths old, hes had it since the 6th of september he was admitted to ... A: Andrea - It is difficult for me to answer your question because I have not examined your pet. ...
dog ate chicken bones	9/10/2008
Q: I have read conflicting advice. My dog ate chicken bones and skin out of the garbage there were no ... A: Carmela - Please do not give your dog cotton balls!!!!!!!!!! If you are concerned about his ...
Older arthritic dog	9/9/2008
Q: We have a very good friend in our dog Clee,She is very old and is aproaching the time when we will ... A: Chuck - Glucosamine is the best over the counter supplement for arthritis. Unfortunately, there ...
11 week old kitten with Level Four heart murmur	9/9/2008
Q: First vet visit yesterday for our new eleven-week old siamese kitten. Told he has a Level Four ... A: Ellen - Murmurs are graded on the intensity of the murmur - not always the damage to the heart. ...
Ancient cat needing help	9/9/2008
Q: I read a past posted answer that suggested glucosamine, B-complex, and fish oil for joint problems ... A: Pauline - Have your cat examined by a veterinarian. A 22 -year -old cat deserves the benefit of a ...
Dog Ear Infection	9/9/2008
Q: My dog has an ear infection for about 4 years. My wife and I have gone to about 4 or 5 vets and ... A: Jason - Four or five years with an ear infection is too long. Your dog must be really suffering. ...
puppies	9/9/2008
Q: if i give my puppy goats milk is that ok A: Lauren - Is your puppy having trouble digesting a regular diet? What are your reasons for feeding ...
Small bites on cats nose!	9/9/2008
Q: My black cat has small, raised (what look like) bites on his nose only. We thought it was getting ... A: Danielle - If you are bringing animals to your home from the woods you should certainly see have ...
sick dog	9/9/2008
Q: i have a pit bull pup about 4mths and she all of a sudden started throwing up, has gooey green mucus ... A: Jillian - There is not much you can do at home to make her better unless you can give her IV ...
throwing up	9/9/2008
Q: i have a 5 year old Australian shepherd that has suddenly developed a reaction to cheese and now ... A: Gary - Perhaps she has food allergy. It seems as though you are feeding her a home cooked diet. ...
Periodic diarrhrea and lumps in english setter	9/8/2008
Q: 6yr. old english setter gets lumps about her sides and diarrhea twice per year. She is on low fat ... A: John - If this occurs twice yearly, could it be at the same time each year? if it occurs at the ...
poison oak	9/8/2008
Q: I think my dog has poison oak, she has been itching all over. At first there were a small amount of ... A: Shanell - Unfortunately, I cannot diagnose your dog's ailments without the benefit of a physical ...
bloody stool in Minature Schnauzer	9/8/2008
Q: My Minature Schnauzer has a couple of loose bowels movements in the last few hours and a couple of ... A: Lori - It seems as though your dog is having a bout of colitis. Have her examined by the ...
deer ticks	9/8/2008
Q: I have two dogs that have Frontline applied every month. We were 2 or 3 days late in applying it ... A: Jessi - If you are concerned about Lyme disease, have your dog tested to see if he has been ...
New Dog will not pee!	9/7/2008
Q: We found a beautiful, seemingly healthy dog on a highway the other day and after no luck in finding ... A: Leah - Give her more time to get used to her new home. She may be used to using the bathroom when ...
FIP	9/7/2008
Q: i have a question about FIP. I have a cat now who is perfectly healthy and about a year old. I am ... A: Reachel - Have you had a problem with FIP in the past? Has the shelter had a problem with FIP in ...
heartworm prevention	9/7/2008
Q: Is it okay to give my dogs a generic heartworm medication? I have ordered Heartguard on line before ... A: Sherry - Generic heartworm medication is effective; however, I would not use medication from ...
Cat licking walls & radiators	9/7/2008
Q: My daughters cat is 10 yrs.old, an indoor cat living in NYC. She had been bored since moving to NY 6 ... A: Dinah - Sometimes adding another cat can help boredom but that would depend on whether or not the ...
Yorkie bold spot	9/7/2008
Q: I noticed about 3 days ago that my female Yorkie has a bold spot near her tail area. the size of the ... A: Ed - Take your dog to the veterinarian for an examination. There are literally hundreds of ...
long 2'' lump at back teat	9/6/2008
Q: i have a 7yr old bearded collie who has been spayed 2yrs ago she has had 4 litters of puppies prior ... A: Sharon - Have your dog checked by a veterinarian as soon as possible. The growth on her teat may ...
very sick puppy	9/6/2008
Q: I am puppy sitting and Thurs about 10:30 she started vomit a grey color and had a grey not solid but ... A: Debra - If your dog is still vomiting, it is best that you get her to a doctor. You do not want ...
10 year old dog	9/6/2008
Q: My dog has recently gotten sick. She was throwing up about three times a day and lost a lot of ... A: Kiri - Your dog is sick and needs to be examined by a veterinarian as soon as possible. Do not ...
my cat found outside dead with a swollen body & bulging eyes	9/6/2008
Q: My cat was healthy. I found him dead outside, with a very swollen body and bulging black eyes. ... A: Terry - I am sorry for your loss. Unfortunately, I have no idea what caused the death of your pet. ...
Cat eye problems	9/6/2008
Q: My precious 2 1/2 yo Sophia gets a thick black crust around the entire outer circumferance of both ... A: Amy - Have you had your cat examined by a veterinary ophthalmologist? He/she can check the ...
fluid leaking from dogs rear	9/6/2008
Q: I have a 3 yr old female Chocolate Lab that has been spayed. She licked intensely at her rear and ... A: Denise - Is the leaking coming from her anus or her vulva? If she still has a discharge after a ...
JACK RUSSELL INJESTING WOOD	9/5/2008
Q: MY JACK RUSSELL CHEWED ON A LARGE STICK YESTERDAY FOR QUITE SOME TIME. TODAY HE IS SEEMS TO HAVE ... A: Jeannette - Have your pet examined by a doctor as soon as possible. If he has swallowed wood it ...
dog vomiting	9/5/2008
Q: Dr. Sherrell, I adopted a one-year old Silky Terrier about three months ago. The dog came to us ... A: Margaret - Have the radiographs done to further examine the problem. Without further diagnostics ...
aggressive guarding by german shepherd	9/5/2008
Q: i have noticed that she barks agressively, as she has always done, but is now taking to jumping a ... A: Katy - You should have a trainer give you tips on how to retrain your dog. Do not hesitate; if she ...
bradycardia	9/5/2008
Q: my soon to be adopted 28lb spaniel was found to be significantly bradycardic(48-54BPM).she was ... A: Jon - I think you should wait until you adopt the pet before you begin to have other diagnostics ...
dog itch	9/4/2008
Q: i have a 1 year old pit bull, she has had a skin problem ever since she was about 3 months. ... A: Richelieu - It seems as though your dog has two issues going on - take her to the doctor to have ...
pinched nerve	9/4/2008
Q: My 11 year old shihzu has been diagnosed with a pinched nerve. (First it was an ear infection and ... A: As I said earlier, the recovery time is dependent upon the severity of the injury. I cannot tell you ...
dog spleen tumor	9/4/2008
Q: Our family pet dog recently died of a spleen tumor that started bleeding the night before its ... A: Gary - I do not know if there is a correlation with the relationship between the size of a tumor ...
Rimadyl to treat cats	9/4/2008
Q: I know Rimadyl's manufacturer states this should not be used with cats. I know "off-label use" of ... A: Kathy - UNSAID use in cats can be safe if used and dosed properly. Riamdyl has been used ...
hematoma on dogs leg/nerve damage	9/4/2008
Q: My 4 yr old male Klein german spitz was attacked Aug 17th while out on a walk. Among his injuries ... A: Nicole - Depending on the location of the bite,your dog may have nerve damage. If the skin is ...
chiauahua	9/3/2008
Q: yesterday morning when i got up my usially very playfull and full of life 10 month old chiauahua was ... A: Tiffany - Unfortunately, there is no way for me to tell what may have caused your dog to pass ...
felline hyperthyroidism	9/3/2008
Q: i have two brother cats with hyperthyroidism. they are both 13 or 14 years old. they have been on ... A: Dawn Marie - Cats can live well on tapazole. However, depending on the individual cats, some may ...
Lhasa with 2 week old puppies hyperventilating and sore in tummy area when picked up.	9/3/2008
Q: What can we do to help her? She delivered 7pups OK and for two weeks has been taking normal care ... A: Mary-Annice - What are you feeding the mom? If she is tired, she may be losng too many nutrients ...
Dog with red, itchy, skin	9/2/2008
Q: My pitbull has turned tomato red! She has red areas on her chest on through her genitals. Also has ... A: Marianna - Have your dog examined by her veterinarian. She is obviously allergic to something in ...
Princess the Boston terrier	9/2/2008
Q: I have a 5month old Boston terrier who 2 weeks ago had a jelly like stool with blood in it I was ... A: Tabatha - Talk over your concerns with your veterinarian. It sounds as if your vet has done all ...
pigmentaion loss	9/2/2008
Q: I HAVE A MALAMUTE BITCH WHO WAS BITTEN ON THE NOSE ABOUT A YEAR AGO AND SINCE HAS LOST FULL PIGMENT ... A: Fran - Sounds as if your dog has post-inflammatory vitiligo. Vitiligo can be defined as the loss ...
Squamous	9/2/2008
Q: i am currently using the NSAID, piroxicam as a chemo treatment for my golden retreiver - Erik. He ... A: Max - Piroxicam is a great chemotherapeutic drug that is used to treat various neoplastic ...
Cats eye is very cloudy after tooth extraction	9/2/2008
Q: What could be the reason for my cats eye all of a sudden turning cloudy 3 days after a tooth ... A: Geno - Have your cat examining by the same doctor that performed the extraction. Tooth abscesses ...
cat	9/1/2008
Q: my cat has been diagnosed with hyperthyroidism and is now on tablets which seem to be helping. At ... A: Nadine - Of course you should change vets if your vet is telling you to ignore an obvious problem. ...
HELP!! Question aboutmy dogs butt	9/1/2008
Q: I noticed today on my 7 year olds dog (terrier mix/ greyhound) has red around her butt hole. The ... A: Aimee - There is a possibility that your pup has a swollen or infected anal sac. Anal sacs are ...
How ca I get ahead?	9/1/2008
Q: my name is Kim, and I am 14. I'm a freshman in high school, and starting to really think about ... A: Kim - If you are too young to work at a vet's office, then why not try to volunteer at a humane ...
pinched nerve	9/1/2008
Q: My 11 year old shihzu has been diagnosed with a pinched nerve. (First it was an ear infection and ... A: Lisa - If your pet has a pinched nerve, it may take a while for her to feel better. the result ...
My dog was trembling	9/1/2008
Q: Last night I saw my dog (Poodle crossed Jack Russell) trembling a lot for not apparent reason so I ... A: Myriane - It is difficult to tell what is wrong with your dog without a physical exam. However, ...
puppy blisters	8/31/2008
Q: We have a rescue puppy that was abandoned along with his five brothers and sisters. Only two ... A: Marsha - Unfortunately I cannot diagnose what is wrong with your puppy without a physical exam. ...
cats- tail injury	8/31/2008
Q: My kitten- 1 year old- came in from being outside most of the day with an injury on her tail. At ... A: Heidi - Have your kitten treated by a veterinarian. She must be painful and will try to chew on ...
swollen dog	8/31/2008
Q: I would like to know if you are familiar with any virus/disease that causes a dogs face to swell or ... A: David - Sudden swelling is usually a sign of some kind of allergic reaction. Take your pet to the ...
PERSIAN CAT SICK	8/30/2008
Q: .MY 2 YEAR OLD PERSIAN MALE CAT HAD TROUBLE URINATING SO WE TOOK HIM TO THE VET.. SHE CATHERAZIED ... A: Donna - Unfortunately, all cats should have at least a base set of shots when they are born. ...
do small dogs live longer than big dogs, and how much longer	8/30/2008
Q: do small dogs live longer than big dogs, and if so how much longer, my sister bought my parents a ... A: James - Small dogs do tend to have a longer lifespan than larger dogs. Small dogs tend to live ...
Vet keeps sedaitng dog	8/30/2008
Q: I have two cats and one dog. My Vet is extremely scared of animals and hence never touches them ... A: Sakshi - Repeated sedation is not good for any animal or person. There are instances where ...
sudden onset of symptoms in cat	8/30/2008
Q: Sherrell, I have a female cat, 18 years old, that I'm very worried about. She is hardly eating at ... A: Matt - The best thing you can do for your cat is to take her to the doctor as soon as possible. ...
Nursing mother cat "ninny" area raw	8/29/2008
Q: Sherrell, greetings from East Texas. My mommy cat Mittens had 6 kittens. They are 3 weeks, 2 days ... A: Janet - I answered this question earlier and I apologize that you had not received it. You can ...
seziure after vaccines	8/29/2008
Q: I took my 11 week old puppy and my 1 yr old dog to the vet today for their vaccines and now tonite ... A: Sarah - Take your puppy to the vet to determining what happened. I doubt that the vet gave the ...
Cat with neurological problems	8/21/2008
Q: my cat was diagnosed yesterday with neurological problems. He was fine until he had his teeth ... A: Brenda - What exactly is going on with your cat? Does he have head tilt? Unfortunately, I cannot ...
Cat smells of urine	8/20/2008
Q: My long haired female cat - Shadow; is spayed and approx 2-3yrs of age. (We adopted her from a ... A: Pippa - You should have your cat examined by a veterinarian. Decreases in appetite are red flags ...
health question	8/20/2008
Q: I have a 3 month old female American bulldog. She urinated on the floor tonight and I noticed what ... A: Christy - Cranberry pills will not help your dog get rid of a bladder infection. Cranberry pills ...
paralysis	8/20/2008
Q: My mom let her feist out to do his "business". She heard him crying. When she went outside he was ... A: Lori - Sorry but because I am unable to examine your pet, I cannot give you a list of possible ...
Questions concerning cancer	8/20/2008
Q: Sherrell. My cat Fat Boy(around 13 years old) was diagnosed with cancer of his spleen in June. We ... A: Lauren - It seems as though you are doing all you can to save your cat's life. Considering the ...
14.5 yr old male Bichon/Poodle mix	8/19/2008
Q: Yesterday I walked my 14.5 yr old male Bichon/Poodle in the rain for 15 minutes, at the time of his ... A: Nicole - Your dog may have had a case of vertigo or inner ear disturbance. Because he is of ...
My kitten isn't acting normal..	8/19/2008
Q: I've had my kitten for about 3 1/2 months now, and up until about 4 days ago she was always so hyper ... A: Chloe - I cannot know what is wrong with your cat without examining her. Have her examined by a ...
Diarrhea and swollen vulva in spayed female cat	8/19/2008
Q: I have a 3 year old spayed female cat that has been having diarrhea since Friday pm. We did switch ... A: Katie - Have bloodwork done by your veterinarian. If she had diarrhea, then there is the ...
dog tail	8/19/2008
Q: my dog landed on his tail the wrong way, he is a husky 4 months old and his tail curls up.. after he ... A: Melissa - Have your dog's tail radiographed to make sure it is not broken. If he is not showing ...
3yr old dashound that is overweight and very sick	8/19/2008
Q: my dog is shaking, and cant catch her breathe. the vet said she had allergies, and a vaginal ... A: Courtney - An overweight dachshund that does not want to walk can be a case of intervertebral disc ...
pyrometra	8/18/2008
Q: I did a surgery to my female cat removing the ovaries and the uterus because she was secreting ... A: Omar - Perhaps you should get another opinion. if she developed pyometra then a spay should have ...
broken bone in a cat	8/18/2008
Q: My son's kitten was kicked off a balcony and broke 2 metatarsils in it's foot. He took it to the ... A: Twigs - Contact the veterinarian that repaired the foot and ask if the fracture would be okay ...
Cat carried roach sprayed with Raid Max	8/18/2008
Q: I had to spray a giant flying cockroach with Raid Max roach and ant killer. Before I could find and ... A: Jeanne - If the cat has not eaten the roach, then of course you do not have anything to worry ...
small breeds life span	8/17/2008
Q: I have three adult female dogs..Pure breed, two pomeranians. one yorkshire Terrier. Ages betweeen ... A: Priscilla - The life span of all three dogs varies form 10-15 years depending on their overall ...
wound seroma	8/17/2008
Q: My Springer Spaniel had a lump removed from her shoulder 2 weeks ago (4th Aug). The lump was just ... A: Allison - The seroma should correct within a few days. Since a lump was removed from that area, ...
Coughing	8/17/2008
Q: For the past year my dog coughs a little and acts like he is wanting to get rid of something.He ... A: Ruth - i am not sure I understand why you think your pet is suffering. Reverse sneezing does not ...
Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever	8/17/2008
Q: Our dog is being treated for Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever with doxycycline for 28 days. (It has not ... A: Steve - The risk is there. Follow the directions of your veterinarian; he has given you those ...
Patella Luxation	8/17/2008
Q: His not overweight his just big. Anyway i went to vet Banfield, at Petsmart. I was getting him ... A: Andy - I think you should have the surgery done. If you call around to different vets in your ...
kittens	8/16/2008
Q: Why does the mother cat keep taking one of her kittens and putting the kitten in a cardboard box. ... A: Matthew - Maybe the kitten she is removing is not a healthy kitten. Sometimes the mother will know ...
scared puppy	8/16/2008
Q: This morning while feeding my 10 week old lab puppy, he ran inside the house yelping and shaking. He ... A: Will - Sorry , but there is not way I can determine what is wrong with your pet without examining ...
sick dog	8/16/2008
Q: we gave our dog raw meat that was a week old, it smelled funny, the dog walked away from it but ... A: Steve - Take your dog to the vet as soon as possible. If he gets sick from the raw raw meat, he ...
my 11 week old yorkie	8/16/2008
Q: 5 lbs she was born 5-30-2008 I'm kinda scared because on our way home she vomited like 4 times and ... A: Kristy - Have your dog examined as soon as possible. Yorkies tend to have a lot of gastro ...
My dog's dental care.	8/15/2008
Q: I was wondering if you would help me here. My dog, I got her when she was 2-4 years. She's an ... A: Sydney - Not all dogs will allow you to brush their teeth whether you got them form a pet store or ...
my 9 week old pit bull puppy	8/15/2008
Q: i bought my puppy 5 days ago. he was just a spunky little boy. two and a half days later he ... A: David - Your pup needs IV fluids with antibiotics. I cannot offer suggestions regarding what is ...
gettin my daschund pregnant.	8/15/2008
Q: If my dogs in heat an i took her over to another dogs house to have them mate what do you suggest ... A: Krystal, As long as the dogs are comfortable with each other, then they should not have a problem ...
bad odor	8/14/2008
Q: I have a female English Bull Terrier about 3 year old She was neutered after her first season when ... A: Louise - Have your pet examined by a veterinarian. There are many reasons why her back end may ...
panostetis	8/14/2008
Q: The Vet has said our g.shepherd has panostetis and prescribed rimadyl 75mg for him. Can he be given ... A: Jay - Do not give your dog any over the counter medications. Antiinflammatories such as advil, ...
cat not pooping in litter box	8/14/2008
Q: I have a 3 yr old female cat that has been fixed and declawed about 2yrs ago and reccently she has ... A: Amy - Lots of cats that have been declawed exhibit signs of inappropriate soiling. You have to ...
dog	8/13/2008
Q: What would make a dog try to vomit or gag until he passes out. And then can act like he is fine. A: Linda - There are many reasons why a dog would vomit until he passes out. Have him evaluated by a ...
Jack Russell Strange Eating Habits	8/13/2008
Q: My 9 month old Jack Russell was recently caught eating poo. Not just her own, but our other dog's ... A: Diana - Your dog was probably eating her poo because she has a nutritional deficiency. Feed her ...
hot spots	8/13/2008
Q: My dog Bradford has had hotspots. I took him to the vet where he got a shot and was given vetalog ... A: Christy - Your dog most likely has allergies. You can probably treat him again, but it would be ...
Cat urination	8/13/2008
Q: My cat just walked over to me and urinated on me on purpose. She has not been eating and has been ... A: Jordan - Your cat is trying to let you know that she has something wrong with her. Cats do not ...
excessive shedding	8/13/2008
Q: I have a female Pekingese, she is nine years old and is pretty healthy except for the fact that she ... A: Casey - It could be that she is in the middle of a shedding cycle. If you are not seeing bald ...
my dog is extremely thirst, tires, and breathing heavy	8/13/2008
Q: i'm not sure what's wrong. my dog is a 6 year old, 18 lb, beagle-dachshund mix. lately she's been ... A: Scott - You should have your dog evaluated by a veterinarian. The heavy panting and the lethargy ...
7 yr old adopted cattle dog/allergies?	8/12/2008
Q: I adopted a 7 year old female Aus. Cattle Dog approx 2-3 months ago. I had her spayed and put up to ... A: Danica - It seems as though your dog has lots of allergies. Your vet can offer to to allergy ...
Coughing	8/12/2008
Q: For the past year my dog coughs a little and acts like he is wanting to get rid of something.He ... A: Ruth - The symptoms you describe sound like reverse sneezing. Dogs that have the reverse sneezing ...
Hills x/d discontinued. Best Diet for oxylate crystals? in my cat?	8/12/2008
Q: The altered male cat I have adopted has had oxylate crystals and stones removed from his bladder. ... A: Rachel - Hill's c/d will be good for your cat. The diet is designed to inhibit the growth of ...
Weird behavior when I try to clean my cat	8/11/2008
Q: My sweet cat Ginger is a 14 yr old domestic short hair. She is a sweet, affectionate and passive ... A: Stacey - This is a normal response for a cat that has an itchy back end. I do not know the name ...
my cat	8/11/2008
Q: My cat is approximately 10-11 years old and she isn't herself. In the past 5 years she has been ... A: Sandra - Please don't let your cat go another five years without seeing a veterinarian. In fact, ...
Old Dog	8/11/2008
Q: We have a 14yr old female dalmation. She is peeing in her sleep and she stinks to high heaven. I had ... A: Barrie - You should have your dog examined as soon as possible. There are a couple of reasons why ...
cat's skin problem	8/11/2008
Q: My cat, Mugs, a two year-old fixed male, has been scratching his head, neck, and ears for the past ... A: Penny - Have your cat evaluated by a veterinarian to determine why he is itching and scratching. ...
cat euthanasia	8/11/2008
Q: - I have a neighbor who is on assisted housing with a cat that looks like it's 40. This cat is ready ... A: Sasha - You should be commended for helping this kitty. Unfortunately, the owners will have to ...
Was my dog dead?	8/10/2008
Q: How can you tell if a dog is dead? Are open eyes and a protruding tongue classic symptoms? I touched ... A: Ray - It seems to me that you are not really dealing with whether your dog was dead, but are ...
Vet gave antibiotic overdose to 16 yr old yorkie	8/10/2008
Q: My 16+ yr old yorkie has been with my dad for a year now and very happy. My dad took him to a vet ... A: Lori - The doses on the box are recommended doses. Talk with your vet to ask him why he prescribed ...
cat behavior	8/10/2008
Q: please tell me why my newly adopted 11 yr old cat would purposely have a bowel movement on the bed ... A: Celeste - Your new kitty may have some health problem. Most cats so not want anyone to see them ...
lab w / lumps	8/10/2008
Q: we have an older lab 10-12 yrs. He has developed some lumps in his flank area (lemon sized), and his ... A: Paula - You can ask your veterinarian to do a fine needle aspirate of those lumps and that may ...
cat / vertigo	8/9/2008
Q: we have an 8year old dsh cat symptoms are like having vertigo what are the treatments A: Billy - Your veterinarian will most likely recommend bloodwork and radiographs to help determine ...
Walking	8/9/2008
Q: hi i have a doberman iv only had he 3 weeks and i cant walk him he goes mad and wants to kill every ... A: Emma - You should consult with an animal trainer to teach you how to walk your dog on a leash. ...
7 yr old cat refusing to eat after illness	8/9/2008
Q: My cat just got treated for having a urinary blockage. He is 7 years old, 17 lbs (yes I know ... A: Ashley - You should talk this over with your veterinarian. Cats should not go long periods ...
mitaban question..	8/9/2008
Q: My 5 month old chihuahua was diagnosed with mange and i took him to the vet to get the mitaban dip. ... A: Asheley - I am sorry for the loss of your pet. Mitaban (amitraz) can be very toxic to animals; ...
excess panting, nervousness and need for attention	8/8/2008
Q: Our 7 yr old lab was recently diagnosed with a thyroid disorder. He was fat, lithargic and losing ... A: Bill - Ask your veterinarian to check the therapeutic level of the medication your dog is taking. ...
Young cat's head tilting	8/8/2008
Q: We have a stray cat in our neighborhood. She was pregnant before she was 1 yr old, like both her ... A: Tara- I am sure that this kitty appreciates you taking her in. Unfortunately, you need to have ...
Dachshund Knee Popping	8/8/2008
Q: I have a 4.5 month old miniature dachshund. Recently, I began noticing that his right hind knee was ... A: Laura - I don't think there is anything you can do to prevent luxating patellas. I think that ...
sudden death in cat and ferret within 2 weeks	8/8/2008
Q: My sister's cat of 14 years died suddenly 2 weeks ago. When she found her, she had dried blood on ... A: Bonnie - It may be coincidence that both animals died within a short period of time. The advanced ...
weight loss	8/8/2008
Q: . My roomate owns a boxer/bulldog cross, about 5 yrs old named Riley. Lately her health seems to be ... A: Jen - Her weight loss may be due to her heart condition. Perhaps she is a little older than you ...
cat behavior	8/7/2008
Q: I got a stray male cat that had been hanging around my son’s house eating their cats food. He was ... A: Doug - In my experience, it usually takes about 2-3 months before cats start to change their ...
collapsed trachea	8/7/2008
Q: Does using a regular collar when walking a Maltese cause collapsed trachea? Should I use a harness, ... A: Barbara - Using a regular collar will not cause a collapsing trachea, but it can make a collapsing ...
5 yr old Pom with hypothyroid	8/7/2008
Q: My female Pomeranian, Pebbles, was diagnosed with hypothyroid disease on June 12th when she went in ... A: Joy - Have your dog evaluated by an internal medicine specialist. Sometimes thyroid levels re ...
Ear Infection - 5 YR. Cheaspeake Bay Retriever	8/7/2008
Q: I'm looking for advice b/c at this point, I just spent over $4K on my dog to have her bladder ... A: Vicki - Sorry you have had such expensive problems with your dog. Unfortunately, I cannot ...
puppy recovering from parvo	8/7/2008
Q: I have a 11 week old puppy. Tomorrow will be 1 week since she came home from being treated for ... A: Beth - Loose stools are very common after a dog has been affected with parvovirus. Be careful not ...
HELP! I don't know what to do.	8/6/2008
Q: I have a healthy beagle named snoopy, he is of the age of one and a half and has been ill before but ... A: Megan - Please do not confuse my response regarding one dog with your dog's symptoms. Shivering ...
irritation on dogs lower lips	8/6/2008
Q: I have a 5 year old min pin that has sores on his lips seem to be fairly sensitive what can I do??? A: Wendy - Have your pet examined by a veterinarian. There are several diseases that can manifest ...
Sneezing	8/6/2008
Q: One of our cats has been sneezing a lot. He is a neutered male. He was a stray. We have had him ... A: Dorothy - I don't think any cats like to go to the vet. Nevertheless, if he is sneezing, then he ...
Perianal Adenoma	8/6/2008
Q: My dog Max 12 yrs old has just been diagnosed with this and the wound is opened & bleeding, the vet ... A: Lori - If Max is a healthy twelve year old dog, then I recommend that you have the adenoma ...
Heartworm Treatment	8/6/2008
Q: My 5-year old chihuahua was diagnosed with heartworm disease and it's close to severe stage already. ... A: Johanna - I do not have the answer to the rate of Chihuahuas who survive the treatment. The ...
hurt neck,shoulder	8/5/2008
Q: i took my little dog to the vet for pain in her neck,and she just put her on pain med and anti ... A: Carol - Perhaps you should talk to your veterinarian and request radiographs of your pet's neck. ...
female irish setter bad butt area odor	8/5/2008
Q: emma is 4 and has a very foul smell in her butt area. she has not been spayed and never had pups. ... A: Vicki - Have her checked by a veterinarian. It sounds as if her anal sacs are expressing. Anal ...
Siamese Vomiting	8/5/2008
Q: My 6 year old male nuetered Siamese has been vomiting bile for a couple of days now (3). He usually ... A: Susan - Did you have radiographs of the abdomen taken? It is strange that she would be vomiting ...
what had happened to her?	8/5/2008
Q: my dalmatian dog is dead now and i am very upset.but i want to know what had happened suddenly to ... A: Ankita - It is difficult to say what caused your dog's death. Without actually having her body to ...
allergy	8/5/2008
Q: My dog Pico is a 5 year old lab/border collie/Australian Shepard mix. Over the past year he has had ... A: Janice - Ask your veterinarian about cyclosporine as treatment for severe allergies. It has ...
Distemper/Kennel Cough	8/4/2008
Q: I adopted a bulldog from the vet about a month ago. The dog was very sick and the vet informed me ... A: Esther - You can clean the floors with a 1:32 dilution of bleach (1/2 cup bleach to gallon of ...
Heartworm Treatment	8/4/2008
Q: My 5-year old chihuahua was diagnosed with heartworm disease and it's close to severe stage already. ... A: Johanna - It is difficult for me to determine how your dog will do after the treatment because I ...
cats breathing	8/4/2008
Q: my cat is 3 years old. I had a vet check her but got no answer. she is healthy(eating, drinking, ... A: Margaret - What did your veterinarian say? Were radiographs taken? Is your cat open mouthed ...
Lethargic Ferret	8/4/2008
Q: I recently acquired 3 ferrets, the youngest one, just will not play or interact with any of the ... A: Edward - I am sorry that your ferret is not doing well . Check the color of his gums to see if he ...
insulin resistant Diabetic dog questions	8/4/2008
Q: He drinks & urinates alot and has recently lost alot of teeth.His vet started him on 12 units of ... A: Ruby - He may need another type of insulin. I have seen high glucose without ketones; you simply ...
Runny stool, vomiting,	8/3/2008
Q: Our Pomeranian is female and 3 years old. For the last day or two she has been basically normal ... A: Rick - Is she throwing up food soon after you have given it to her? If so, allow her stomach to ...
Stray Cat's strange pupils...	8/3/2008
Q: There is a stray cat that comes to my patio to, I suppose, cool off, as I live in Texas and it has ... A: Patricia - It is difficult to say what is wrong with the cat's pupil without actually seeing the ...
Runny stool, vomiting,	8/3/2008
Q: Our Pomeranian is female and 3 years old. For the last day or two she has been basically normal ... A: Rick - Take your dog to be evaluated by a veterinarian. Stools that are dark and tarry need ...
insulin resistant Diabetic dog questions	8/3/2008
Q: He drinks & urinates alot and has recently lost alot of teeth.His vet started him on 12 units of ... A: Ruby - What type of insulin is the dog being given? How long was he on prednisone and how long ...
Need Advice Regarding my Ferret	8/2/2008
Q: Sherrell, I appreciate any help you might be able to offer. I am a single mom, just suffered a ... A: Rachel - Call your local Humane Society to find out if they offer help to defray the costs of ...
Ear Infection?	8/2/2008
Q: We were having a sort of barbecue and my dog (a 2 year old shih-tzu) and when he came inside he ... A: Teshaina - If your dog's ear is painful and has a foul odor, most likely there is an infection ...
question	8/2/2008
Q: I picked up my new family member on friday. She came from the humane society. She is 6 or 7 years ... A: Ben - They probably used apomorphine to make her vomit. Morphine is used to control pain; ...
canine cyst/tumor	8/1/2008
Q: my vet discovered a cyst/tumor between the anus and the urethral area on my 12 yr old miniature ... A: Veronica - There are several things to consider when thinking about surgery on an older dog. The ...
my cat	8/1/2008
Q: He not eating today. I found a bright orange stain on my rug.He is not exposed to any poisonous ... A: Dianne - Unfortunately, I cannot offer a diagnose without first examining your cat. Take your cat ...
please help answer us.	7/31/2008
Q: okay so we have already asked, but our cat is breathing heavly through the mouth, and has drop alot ... A: Amanda - You are absolutely correct, you should call a veterinarian. There are several disease ...
Weird doberman behavior	7/31/2008
Q: I have an 8-year-old Doberman girl. She is healthy and still acts like a puppy - lots of play and ... A: Yana - It sounds as though your dog may be experiencing a mild seizure. Have her evaluated by a ...
abdominal feline cancer	7/31/2008
Q: My 6 yr. old male neutered cat started losing weight in June 08 and now weighs 5 lbs. My vet ... A: Barbara - Did you have a biopsy done? Abdominal ultrasound is also a viable diagnostic tool to ...
help my cat.. i hope it s not gonna kill her.	7/31/2008
Q: my 2 year old spayed female very fluffy and over weight has been depressed for a couple days.she ... A: Danell - Hare your cat evaluated by a veterinarian. There are many reasons why a kitty will act ...
mixture of sinus,upper respritory	7/31/2008
Q: We have had the dog a year and its a dauschaound,male aprox five years old.When i got him from the ... A: Kelly - Continue to work with your veterinarian in search of a treatment for your dog. Have you ...
feral cat with ticks	7/31/2008
Q: I have been feeding a feral cat on my porch for about 5 years. Lately he does not look good. No sign ... A: Susan - First of all, I would like to say thank you on behalf of the feral kitty that you are ...
puppy	7/30/2008
Q: I have a female 4 month old Puggle. She chews on everything. We are using the pee pad method. So she ... A: Dawn - If your puppy gets enough plastic into her intestine and that plastic is not passing, then ...
dogs	7/30/2008
Q: my dog just gave birth last july 5, when is the time she will ovulate again? can we breed her when ... A: Ivan - You should not breed your dog more than once yearly. Breeding an animal in back to back ...
Hamster Help	7/30/2008
Q: My hamster just recenty and rapidly got extremely fat but only in her stomach I can still feel her ... A: Nikki - Because I am not able to examine your hamster, I cannot offer a diagnosis to you. Have ...
my dog is sick & pregnant	7/30/2008
Q: She is a mix breed, maybe a mediem size shepard mixed.She is bout 6 weeks she's eating good but all ... A: Sandy - I do not recommend that you deworm or vaccinate your pet - especially if she is pregnant. ...
Help.	7/29/2008
Q: I took my 9 year old cat to the vet because I was going on vacation. I came back a week later and he ... A: Meagan - That is exactly what you should be asking your veterinarian. If your cat was fine before ...
brain damage	7/29/2008
Q: I have a yorkie puppy that might have brain damage. He is the runt, but has been a healthy and ... A: Sam - There is the possibility that he might have had a severe vaccine reaction. Have your ...
2 year old jack russell	7/29/2008
Q: I have a 2 year old female jack russell terrier who, for the past week, has been ... A: Meredith - Have your animal seen by a doctor as soon as possible. The veterinarian can examine ...
Cat Just Not Feeling Well	7/29/2008
Q: My 7 year old Cat just doesn't seem to be feeling well. 4 weeks ago we noticed that she just wasn't ... A: Donna - The bone marrow biopsy sounds like a logical step. Her WBC count is low, and the bone ...
heartworm disease	7/29/2008
Q: we are considering rescuing a 2 year old, 80lb yellow lab with low-moderate heart worm disease. ... A: Heather - Is a veterinarian treating your new pet? There are recommendations by the American ...
sebaceous cyst	7/29/2008
Q: .. I have a 14 year old Beagle who has a sebaceous cyst on the top of his head. I know the usual ... A: Leslee - Have you had the cyst diagnosed as a sebaceous cyst? Sebaceous are usually not a problem ...
bald patches on dog	7/28/2008
Q: I have a one year old American pit bull terrier that has bald patches all over now. It started a ... A: Tricia - It is difficult top determine why your dog is losing hair. All the necessary testing has ...
Dislocation of hip	7/28/2008
Q: Our family just adopted a mini-pin on her way to be euthanized. After bringing her home we noticed ... A: Nori - Some hip dislocations can be corrected by closed reduction. If the dislocation is not ...
Puppies with fleas	7/28/2008
Q: My dog just had puppies they are only 1 week old and they have fleas I thought I had gotten rid of ... A: Jamie - Daily flea combing can help to remove the fleas from your puppies. Puppies are easy prey ...
Strange behaviors	7/28/2008
Q: I've had cats all my life. But, my daughter's cats really have me baffled. She has 3, 1 of which ... A: Shere - I think you have answered your question in your letter. Much of the fighting is most ...
mometamax	7/28/2008
Q: my dog was diagnosed with an ear infection, the vet prescribed mometamax for 7days. 10 days after ... A: Debbie - I have not known Mometamax to cause facial nerve damage; call your vet's office and talk ...
Sick Cat	7/28/2008
Q: Good Evening, I have a 3 year old male ragdoll cat that lately has lost a lot of weight and has ... A: Tara - Sounds like your cat may be have several hairballs; the hot dog shaped hairball can be an ...
Struvite Crystals in Urine	7/27/2008
Q: Callie is a 1 1/2 yr old fixed female cocker spaniel, diagnosed in mid May with high PH and struvite ... A: Sandy - Please forgive the faux pas. One must never confuse a dog to be a cat or vice versa. I ...
Mini Schnauzer Shakes and Leans	7/27/2008
Q: In the past week my five year old black miniature schnauzer has been leaning to one side, and ... A: Nancy - You should have your dog evaluated by a veterinarian. It is possible that she is having ...
naproxen	7/27/2008
Q: my bichon was chewing on a naproxen, what kind of symptoms would she have? and what do i do? A: Michlyn - The most common signs are gastro intestinal signs such as bloody stools, vomiting and ...
my dog	7/27/2008
Q: hes pit bull and bull mastiff mix---hes about 10 years old.he sleeps most of the day lately ( little ... A: Al - The symptoms you describe could indicate a variety of maladies. Take the dog to a ...
cat's stool issues	7/26/2008
Q: I have two Russian Blue cats (same father). One is a few days away from his 1st birthday, the ... A: Olena - This does sound a bit like inflammatory bowel disease might be one of the rule outs for ...
dewarming of dog	7/26/2008
Q: I have a 9 yrs. old Labrador dog with very good temperament. The problem is regular dewrming have ... A: Kaushik - If you want to control the tapeworms, you must first control the fleas. Fleas contain ...
dog with a lump	7/26/2008
Q: I rescued a 50 pound Coonhound 5 days ago. Upon doing a medical check-up, he presents with a temp ... A: Gabrielle - This does not necessarily sound like lymphoma. Lumps do not always signify cancer. The ...
sick Weimaraner	7/26/2008
Q: My 5 yr old dog got feverish on Sunday eve, threw up Monday morning (grass, bile, dog food), Tues ... A: Kathi - Was any bloodwork done? The welts indicate that she may be having an allergic reaction to ...
8 yr female boxer false pregnancy	7/26/2008
Q: Chloe has not been spayed,is not pregnant, and has shown false pregnancy symptoms in the past ... A: Karen - It is possible for her to have prolonged symptoms of false pregnancy. She is obviously ...
my kitten	7/25/2008
Q: My 8 month old perfect little kitten (not too little anymore!) has these bouts where he seems like ... A: Pamela - Under what conditions does your kitty seem to have problems breathing? Does anyone in ...
Struvite Crystals in Urine	7/24/2008
Q: Callie is a 1 1/2 yr old fixed female cocker spaniel, diagnosed in mid May with high PH and struvite ... A: Sandy - The best diet for your cat at this point is Hill's C/D; have the urine cultured to ...
cat very ill for second time, no diagnosis before	7/24/2008
Q: Hell Dr. Sherrell, We have a two year old cat named Sonja that was given to us by a friend of a ... A: Karen - Call your veterinarian and let him/her know that she is still vomiting. If an intestinal ...
2 cats have died in a period of 5 years	7/24/2008
Q: I am looking for answers as to why my two beautiful cats have died. My first cat got sick suddenly ... A: Maria - You are talking about the deaths of two cats over a period of five years. It would be ...
hamster blood blister	7/24/2008
Q: Hammie the Hamster is a pretty old fellow, but he's quite energetic, has a great appetite, and all ... A: Marissa - Take your hamster to the vet to have the lump examined. I cannot venture to give you a ...
beagle feeling badly	7/24/2008
Q: Our year old beagle had a massive poop attack during the night. We awoke to find the living room ... A: Tiffany - Take your dog to the veterinarian. The excessive poop and the limping are reasons to ...
Dog's hind leg weak semi paralysed	7/23/2008
Q: Our dog - a mixed shepherd/lab is almost 14yrs. Her right hind leg is almost useless. We have tried ... A: Ameeta - Have you talked with her doctor regarding her arthritis? A brace is not often used to ...
stray cat eye infection	7/23/2008
Q: I have 2 stray cats that I feed. I trapped them last year and took them to vet for rabies shots. It ... A: Patricia - You are to be commended for taking care of stray cats, but unfortunately I cannot ...
Bald Patches in dog's armpits!	7/23/2008
Q: I have a 3 year old black lab mix and she has been relatively healthy for the year that I have had ... A: Amber - Have it checked by a veterinarian. There is the possibility that she could have an ...
Kitten eyes	7/22/2008
Q: I have an eight week old kitten named Layla. Sometimes she has stuff in her eyes that is a light ... A: Meggie - Have your kitten checked by a veterinarian. There are a couple of possibilities - ...
eating cat fecies	7/22/2008
Q: I have a 3yr old toy rat terrier. Within the last 4 months we have acquired a cat. I'm finding my ... A: Mickie - It is somewhat natural for a dog to eat cat feces. Most dogs find cat "poop" quite tasty. ...
my cats are sick i think.	7/22/2008
Q: okay so i have more than the average amount of cats because i just love them. i had a litter of 4 ... A: Jessica - The best thing for you to do is go to have the remaining cats examined by a ...
female pit losing hair	7/22/2008
Q: I have a 4 yr. old American pitbull female she has 6 wk. old puppies.Two weeks ago her hair started ... A: Wendy - If she is nursing pit bull puppies then more than likely her hair loss is due to stress. ...
2 week old kittens with fleas	7/22/2008
Q: My 2 week old kittens and their mom have very bad fleas. I was just wondering if there is anything ... A: Jacy - You can bathe them using a small amount of a very mild shampoo such as Johnson's Baby ...
Pregnant Dog has bloody urine	7/21/2008
Q: My Russian Bolonka was bred July 10th and she should now be 42 days pregnant. This morning I noticed ... A: Georgie - Bolonka may have a bladder infection. Have your veterinarian examine her urine to ...
14 yr.old Westie Male	7/21/2008
Q: I have a 14 yr.old male Westie, Mac, and he is pooping in his sleep as well as when he is just ... A: Gail - This is not something that can be settled over the internet. It is absolutely necessary ...
11 yr old Springer Spaniel Female panting at nite	7/21/2008
Q: For the past few months I've noticed my Springer panting mostly at nite when she comes upstairs. I ... A: Moni - Most eleven year old dogs have some kind of arthritic condition. Ask your veterinarian to ...
PUP NOT EATING , CLEAR SMELLY MUCOUS POOP	7/21/2008
Q: I HAVE A 7 WEEK OLD PUPPY. HE HAS NOT BEEN EATING AND HIS POOP IS A SMELLY YELLOWISH CLEAR MUCOUS. ... A: Leslie - You have to get your puppy to a veterinarian. The symptoms you describe sound very ...
help i gave my english springer benadryl	7/21/2008
Q: 5 mls then she got the hick ups and then followed my real fast breathing and muffled breathing shes ... A: Taira - Giving your pet Benadryl should not be a problem. If she developed the symptoms you ...
follow up to Ziggy question	7/20/2008
Q: This is a follow up to my e mail of last evening regarding my cat Ziggy. The antibiotic the vet ... A: Teresa - Perhaps the antibiotic is causing him to feel bad, but with all due respect, you should ...
Cat allergies	7/20/2008
Q: I love cats and had 3 growing up, my husband likes them but is highly allergic...any fixes?...is ... A: Sarah - You may want to try a hairless cat; some breeds are less allergenic than others. The ...
my cat attacks her tail	7/20/2008
Q: Deegie is a Siamese mix, approx 7 yrs old. Several months ago she started growling and attacking ... A: Simchah - Perhaps this is a behavioral problem. Consult your veterinarian for meds that can help ...
Diabetic Cat	7/20/2008
Q: Our cat was diagnosed with diabetes in Feb 08. At first we tried feeding her the Purina DM food and ... A: Billie - Vetsulin is great for treating diabetes in cats. It is labeled for dogs only, but ...
sick kitty	7/20/2008
Q: Just before Christmas 2007, I fostered an adorable 1.7 pound kitty from the SPCA. When he was three ... A: Theresa - Take Ziggy back to the doctor and request bloodwork to check liver and kidney function. ...