Do you have a mixed-breed dog and constantly wonder what combination of breeds went together to create your uniquely awesome canine? Does that curly hair prove it is part Poodle, or do the big ears mean a relative was a Basset Hound? Maybe you asked your vet and groomer and received different guesses. If so, …
Top Signs of Pancreatitis in Dogs and What to Do Next
Many dogs will be one-time offenders for pancreatitis, while others will struggle with symptoms for their entire lives. Understanding pancreatitis signs and symptoms, the diagnostic process, as well as dietary and holistic management, are important steps toward helping your dog manage the pain. What does the pancreas do? The pancreas is an organ located to …
What is Uveitis in Dogs? Etiology and MORE
What is Uveitis in Dogs? Inflammation of one or more structures in the eye’s uveal tract causes uveitis in dogs.…
Pimobendan for Dogs – Use, Dosage, Side Effects
Pimobendan for dogs is a drug prescribed if your dog has heart problems. Everyone dreads a heartbreak. It makes your…
My Dog Has a Fatty Tumor, Now What?
Some of my blogposts are more popular than others. For instance, a blogpost I wrote about fatty tumors, or lipomas, in dogs was the top blogpost of 2018 and has continued to rank in the top 10 of my blogposts dating back to 2009. Clearly, lipomas are a topic that’s important to my readers, so
Brachycephalic Obstructive Airway Syndrome (BOAS)
What is BOAS? You may have heard the term before, either in the news or on social media. But do…