Dr. Chyrle Bonk DVM (Veterinarian)

The urinary tract is a complex system of storage and release. It’s responsible for forming urine by removing excess fluid and waste products from the blood. It also keeps the good things that the body shouldn’t dump out, such as certain electrolytes. It then moves the newly created urine to the bladder for storage and […]

Any time a pet dies, there is sadness and devastation, but none more so than if one dies while at a veterinary hospital. After all, you brought your pet there for care and potentially life-saving measures. In addition to grieving your lost pet, you now also have a veterinary bill, but do you still have

Popsicles are among summer’s many pleasures. Your dog likely thinks so too! Some dogs like them so much that they eat the stick just to get more of that sweet juice. However, this is incredibly dangerous. If your dog has eaten a popsicle stick, contact your veterinarian immediately. Popsicle sticks can be a choking hazard,

The online world has expanded so much that people can skip going to the office, the grocery store, or even the doctor’s office, respectively choosing to do work, buy food, and seek medical advice online instead. This convenience has even spread into veterinary medicine, with vet telehealth becoming quite popular among pet owners. While it

There’s nothing easier than pulling out your phone, clicking a few buttons to order something, and having it show up on your doorstep within a couple of days. Nearly every retail company out there is offering this service, including pet pharmacies. So, rather than trying to squeeze a visit to the vet clinic into their

Allergies are among the most frustrating issues that veterinarians and pet owners deal with. It’s not enough that the signs are so uncomfortable, but the cause can also be difficult to determine, so treatment is usually subpar or elongated and expensive. The best treatment for an allergy that your pet has is to pinpoint and

Many people are versed in basic first aid, and some may even know more intermediate methods, such as CPR or the Heimlich maneuver—for humans, anyway. But what about our pups? Knowing what steps to take when our canine companion is in trouble can go a long way toward helping to save their life, provided that

Most dogs are so happy-go-lucky that you could never imagine any of them experiencing something like anxiety. But the fact of the matter is that some canines do have anxiety, and sometimes, it’s severe enough that they need medication. Fortunately, there are many good anxiety meds for dogs out there that your vet can prescribe

The Golden Retriever is one of the most popular breeds in the United States for good reason. This lovable goofball rarely knows a stranger and can lift your spirits with their ever-wagging tail. If only having a Golden was all sunshine and butterflies! Instead, it is more often that you worry about them getting sick,

Many people fear snakes, while many dogs are intensely curious about them. Unfortunately, dogs plus curiosity can be a recipe for disaster—in this case, a snake bite. Snake bites on dogs can come in all forms, sizes, and locations, and the severity will depend on the type of snake and where they bite your dog.

A tumor—in a dog or another animal—is a swelling due to the unregulated growth of tissue cells. While that may sound bad, it doesn’t necessarily mean cancer. Tumors can either be benign (noncancerous) or malignant (cancerous). Knowing which type your dog has will require a veterinary diagnosis. It’s nearly impossible to discern a cancerous tumor

When something affects your dog’s appearance, it can elicit fear for their health, especially if it impacts your pet’s face and eyes. Horner’s syndrome is a health condition that can completely alter how a dog looks, seemingly overnight. Let’s examine Horner’s syndrome in more detail so you can better recognize the signs and learn how

The rate of weight gain and obesity in dogs is on the rise. In fact, it’s estimated that nearly 60% of our canine companions are overweight, a condition that can have deleterious effects on their health.1 That number is too high for comfort, especially considering that weight gain in dogs is nearly always a preventable

Allergic reactions can take many forms in canines, from hives and vomiting to severe anaphylaxis, which is when a dog can’t breathe. There are so many causes of allergies that it can be hard to pinpoint the exact culprit to prevent these reactions from recurring. So, while severe allergic reactions always necessitate an immediate trip