Has your dog been peeing on the floor lately? A weak bladder is, unfortunately, part of getting old. Just ask grandpa! But seriously, it’s fairly common for dogs to develop bladder incontinence. Luckily you can do something about it! Help Read More …
The dreaded diagnosis shows your dog has cancer. You are not alone — many owners face this heart-breaking situation. A 1st instinct is to try to make your pet’s life easier during this difficult time, but you can also be Read More …
Let’s get right to it — first the good news: Veterinarians do use Gabapentin. This drug is primarily given to help dogs with chronic pain, but it is also prescribed for seizure-prone animals. With that being said, you should never Read More …
Are you trying to help your dog deal with anxiety? As you know, lots of human medications are quite dangerous which obviously makes them a bad option. So what is the best way to reduce an animal’s anxiety? The answer Read More …
Allergies are a very frustrating problem for many dogs. The good news is these persistent annoyances can often be eliminated if the root cause can be pinned down. This is a broad topic partly because many different types of allergens affect Read More …
Zyrtec is a possibility if your dog has allergies. It can be especially helpful for atopic dermatitis. All sorts of itchiness and irritations of the skin can be alleviated with Zyrtec. The active drug, Cetirizine, can be used off-label. It’s Read More …
Are you thinking of giving your dog Zantac for gastric problems or ulcers? First, the good news: Overdoses and allergic reactions are pretty rare. And, until recently, Zantac generally was not considered dangerous — but that all changed after Ranitidine Read More …
Are you wondering if human ear drops are safe for dogs? It’s a great question. Let’s get right to it… First, there’s obviously a huge difference between routine cleaning of your dog’s ears and treatment for an infection. Your vet Read More …
Iron is essential for dogs too! Are you wondering if your buddy may need supplementation? Here’s the deal: Iron deficiency is not common though it’s certainly possible. Sometimes it is a sign of an underlying medical problem. The vast majority Read More …