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This question for our Pet Doc comes from the concerned owner of a 14.5 year old Bichon named Harley.

My Old Dog Harley Has Been Throwing Up...

Harley has been throwing up every day, sometimes twice. He has a wheezing problem that stops temporarily when he throws up... read more »

This question for our Pet Doc comes from a cat owner in Kuala Lumpur

How Can I Prevent My Cat from Getting Pregnant?

For the last three days, my cat is always in heat and wants to mate with another male cat....So what should I do to make her stay at home and forget about mating with other male cats? 

Could she get pregnant in her early age? 

Please...I really need your help Pet Doc :(... read more »

This question for our Pet Doc comes from Emily in San Diego.

My Dog Throws Up Food?

• My pet is a: dog
• My pet's name is: Toots
• Breed: Imperial Shih Tzu
• Age of pet: 15

What is the Problem?

My dog appeared to overload with too much dog food (not people food). And then tossed it all. All of it. And now she's looking to eat. This is the first time she's really ever thrown up... read more »

Does Your Dog or Cat Have Mange?

"Doc, I think my dog's got mange. Do you think we can treat or is too late?" This is how a conversation once started when I entered an exam room to see a dog that was "bald all over and chewing hair out". Growing up in and starting my veterinary career in south central Texas made me no stranger to itchy dogs and cats. We have allergies and parasites galore down there and of all the common and relatively benign disease processes I see, mange is one of the most misunderstood... read more »

When to Put Your Pet to Sleep

Unfortunately, it's a common part of everyday vet practice that we need to say goodbye to our patients and friends. As difficult as it can be on me, the veterinary technicians and other staff in the hospital, it is always more difficult for that pet's owner. Making the decision to humanely euthanize your pet can be hard. We all want to minimize or eliminate any pain or discomfort our pet may be experiencing, but when is it time to say goodbye?... read more »

Why Does My Dog Eat Wood?

Dogs chew on wood because they like chewing on things. That's why you see dogs constantly playing with chew toys, and why chew bones and treats are so popular with dogs. The problem with wood is that it's not the best thing for your dog... read more »

Question: My dog was fed popcorn. Now he is having a hard time walking, and he is crapping all over and has a bloated stomach... read more »

Harmful if Swallowed

If you have ever had a dog, then surely you know what it is to come home and find your best pair of sneakers, your carpet, or in my case your small animal internal medicine book chewed to pieces. Looking back on these things it often makes for a good story and a laugh, but we also need to understand that there are some household items that can be harmful and even fatal to your pet if chewed on, eaten, or drank. Inanimate objects, improper food, chemicals and poisons, and plants are the most common things I see causing problems on a daily basis... read more »

Cat Keeps vomiting?

Lately my cat Scuba has been vomiting, but not really on a steady basis. She doesn't seem sick but I have noticed the content is sometimes crickets, maybe a partial mouse, or just cat food. I have found her mess in different locations around the warehouse where I keep her in while I am at work. Also, I have another cat, this one doesn't seem to be having any problems. They both get along and they both eat and drink from the same dish. What problem could this be? read more »