Weekly article archive
The following questions and answers have appeared in my weekly column in the Albuquerque Journal since July, 1996. Each week a new one is added. You'll find information on the physical and behavioral maladies of dogs and cats and a few other species too. I invite you to use the search feature to find the specific answer that you and your pet need.
Collapsing Trachea is a Lifelong Challenge Question: I have a young male chi-wiener dog who has a cough that sounds like human whooping cough. He gets it maybe once a…
Antibiotics are Necessary but so is a Clear Diagnosis Question: I have a cat that falls into the “feral cat living in a confined space” definition! Rosebud lives in my…
Persian cats can have a simple surgery to correct their narrow nostrils. Question: We have three Persian cats. Two are just fine but one of them (two years old)…
Some abnormal heart sounds are dangerous but early, thorough diagnosis is key to good outcomes. Question: I’m a proud owner of a beautiful Siberian Husky who is eight weeks…
Treat year ‘round with once monthly chewables. Question: We moved 6 months ago and our vet there didn’t heartworm test our dog after he was 9 months old because…
Give OTC Meds Prior to Travel Question: Lu Lu, the 4 month old miniature poodle, has responded well to your house breaking tips and continues to be a happy, energetic, entertaining puppy…
No Need for Concern-No Toxic Risk Question: When our shelter rescue dog joined our family recently, we noticed shotgun pellets imbedded in several locations on his body. He must have…
Diet, Internal Illness are possible Causes Question: I have a 15 year old boxer beagle mix. He is in great health except he is getting gas worse and worse. It…
Vaccination May or May Not be Necessary Question: Our vet recommends Luke have a leptospirosis vaccine. In what specific areas are the large outbreaks of lepto occurring? Does a dog…