Although there are many causes of vomiting in the dog, I would like to discuss a common one that is often overlooked. Bilious vomiting syndrome occurs when stomach acid and bile accumulate in the stomach. If the dog does not eat soon, they will vomit the excess fluid. This often occurs right before the next meal …
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Belgian Malinois – San Francisco Airport Police Dog
On a recent trip to San Francisco, I had the privilege of watching Officer Jeffrey Brown and his canine partner Chico working the airport. The handsome pair made quite an impression on passengers as they headed to and from flights. This team navigated the crowded terminal with ease. Officer Brown examined the people while Chico kept his nose busy searching for explosives. Many passengers …
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Aggression Between Your Dogs – How To Stop It
Aggression between dogs in the same household is a difficult problem. Often, the dominant dog turns on the submissive one for no apparent reason. Unfortunately, the episodes will escalate in severity over time. Here are my recommendations for dealing with this challenge. Sadly, some dogs will never get along. Finding a new home for one of them might be your only option. Please note, these …
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Introducing Your New Baby To The Family Cat
Welcoming a new human baby into the family is a joyous time for everyone . . . except the pets. Why? Because the attention once lavished on them is now given to the infant. They are confused, upset and sometimes even jealous of the new addition. Here are my recommendations for making this a more …
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Introducing Kittens To Dogs
It is important to socialize kittens with dogs at an early age. Here are my recommendations for the process: 1) Establish a safe room for the kitten(s). Give them plenty of time to acclimate to their new environment before introducing them to a dog. During the adjustment phase, spend extra time with the dog working …
Guinea Pig Diet
Disney’s movie G-Force highlights the adventures of animated Guinea Pigs. Inevitably, there will be a surge in people choosing to adopt them. So, I decided to write a blog about these wonderful little creatures. They are great pets but do require a special diet to maintain their health. Guinea Pigs are hind gut fermenters which means they need a diet …
Socializing Orphan Kittens
Raising an orphan kitten is rewarding and also a huge responsibility. Between late night feedings, stimulating the little ones to void and keeping them warm, it’s a full time commitment. While most surrogate parents learn to handle the kitten’s physical needs, some may unintentionally ignore their emotional needs. Out of love, people spoil them. The indulged little tyke grows into a naughty …
Excitement Urination In Dogs
Over my career, I observed many people who confuse excitement urination with submissive urination. The poor guardians stop petting their dog’s head, speak in a quiet voice and ignore the dog when they return home, yet the problem still persists. Every time the dog gets excited, urine puddles on the floor because the underlying cause is not addressed. In …
Submissive Urination In Dogs
Inappropriate urination is a common problem we treat in veterinary medicine. People have little tolerance for a dog who leaves a puddle on the floor every time they enter the room. I have to admit, I also find it annoying when dogs flood the exam table and then try to place their wet paws on my face . …
Help Them Arrive Alive – Buckle Your Pets
Last weekend, my husband and I drove North to Prescott, Arizona for an art fair. As we left a rest stop, a large sign reminded us to buckle our own seat belts and place small children in restraint seats. It occurred to me that the sign did not mention pets. During my twenty-one years as a …
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