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Dr. Eric Barchas

Eric Barchas, DVM is a veterinarian who lives and works in San Francisco. His emphasis is on small animal medicine, surgery and wellness. An avid traveler, he has studied lions in Botswana and salmon in southern Chile.

Latest Posts

Two dogs upside down with their stomachs up.

Why Is My Dog’s Stomach Making Noises? A Vet Weighs In

If you’ve ever wondered, “Why is my dog’s stomach making noises?”, or loud noises, or gurgling noises…. You’re not alone. A vet tells us if your dog’s stomach making noises are normal or a cause for concern.

Why Is My Dog’s Stomach Making Noises? A Vet Weighs In

Two dogs upside down with their stomachs up.
If you’ve ever wondered, “Why is my dog’s stomach making noises?”, or loud noises, or gurgling noises…. You’re not alone. A vet tells us if your dog’s stomach making noises are normal or a cause for concern.
A dog jumping in the air.

Is Smoking Weed Around Dogs Dangerous? Important Safety Facts

In small amounts and situations, your dog won’t get high. But secondhand smoke in general is dangerous to pets. We take a look at smoking weed around dogs.

Is Smoking Weed Around Dogs Dangerous? Important Safety Facts

A dog jumping in the air.
In small amounts and situations, your dog won’t get high. But secondhand smoke in general is dangerous to pets. We take a look at smoking weed around dogs.
A sick dog at the vet.

Dog Seizures: What Causes Them and How Should They be Treated?

Dog seizures are life threatening and frightening. Young dogs and old dogs can have seizures. Here’s what to do and what to know if your dog has a seizure.

Dog Seizures: What Causes Them and How Should They be Treated?

A sick dog at the vet.
Dog seizures are life threatening and frightening. Young dogs and old dogs can have seizures. Here’s what to do and what to know if your dog has a seizure.
Dog getting vaccinated at the vet by Shutterstock.

Raccoons & Dogs: Will They Attack Each Other?

Raccoons and dogs don’t mix. Here’s what to do if a raccoon attacks your dog, and how to prevent a raccoon vs. dog attack in the first place.

Raccoons & Dogs: Will They Attack Each Other?

Dog getting vaccinated at the vet by Shutterstock.
Raccoons and dogs don’t mix. Here’s what to do if a raccoon attacks your dog, and how to prevent a raccoon vs. dog attack in the first place.
A senior dog, resting.

Dog Euthanasia: When Is the Right Time? Should You Be Present?

Dog euthanasia is the hardest decision that one ever will face as a dog owner. Deciding whether to be present for a dog’s final moments can be almost as difficult.

Dog Euthanasia: When Is the Right Time? Should You Be Present?

A senior dog, resting.
Dog euthanasia is the hardest decision that one ever will face as a dog owner. Deciding whether to be present for a dog’s final moments can be almost as difficult.
A dog at the vet.

When to Take Your Dog to the Vet: 12 Emergencies Explained

Knowing when a health problem is a serious concern can be a tough call. Here are 12 times you should take your dog to the vet ASAP.

When to Take Your Dog to the Vet: 12 Emergencies Explained

A dog at the vet.
Knowing when a health problem is a serious concern can be a tough call. Here are 12 times you should take your dog to the vet ASAP.
A dog licking a jar of peanut butter.

What Are the Symptoms and Risks of Xylitol Poisoning?

Xylitol can be found in gums, candies, and even peanut butter — and that last product poses a problem because the sweetener is deadly to dogs.

What Are the Symptoms and Risks of Xylitol Poisoning?

A dog licking a jar of peanut butter.
Xylitol can be found in gums, candies, and even peanut butter — and that last product poses a problem because the sweetener is deadly to dogs.

How Are Toenail Injuries Prevented and Treated in Dogs?

Nail injuries are common in dogs who live active lifestyles, and they typically should be seen by a vet. Here’s how I treat hurt or damaged dog nails.

How Are Toenail Injuries Prevented and Treated in Dogs?

Nail injuries are common in dogs who live active lifestyles, and they typically should be seen by a vet. Here’s how I treat hurt or damaged dog nails.

At Least 34 Beagles Died to Prove the Safety of My Dog’s Arthritis Medicine

I recently learned that a study of the arthritis drug Adequan unnecessarily euthanized its subjects. Now I’m torn about using it on my dog, Buster. Would you be?

At Least 34 Beagles Died to Prove the Safety of My Dog’s Arthritis Medicine

I recently learned that a study of the arthritis drug Adequan unnecessarily euthanized its subjects. Now I’m torn about using it on my dog, Buster. Would you be?

Ask a Vet: How Safe Are Low-Cost or Free Spay and Neuter Surgeries?

When it comes to spays and neuters, I recommend using a veterinarian you know and trust, which in most cases means paying a higher bill.

Ask a Vet: How Safe Are Low-Cost or Free Spay and Neuter Surgeries?

When it comes to spays and neuters, I recommend using a veterinarian you know and trust, which in most cases means paying a higher bill.

Ask a Vet: Will My Dog Be OK If I Feed Her Bones?

Bones, whether cooked or raw, pose a serious risk to a dog’s esophagus and stomach. Contrary to popular belief, they’re not OK for dogs at all.

Ask a Vet: Will My Dog Be OK If I Feed Her Bones?

Bones, whether cooked or raw, pose a serious risk to a dog’s esophagus and stomach. Contrary to popular belief, they’re not OK for dogs at all.

Ask a Vet: When Should My New Puppy Have Her First Vet Exam?

Our resident vet runs down the medical treatments and consultations that puppies need at regular intervals to grow into happy, healthy dogs.

Ask a Vet: When Should My New Puppy Have Her First Vet Exam?

Our resident vet runs down the medical treatments and consultations that puppies need at regular intervals to grow into happy, healthy dogs.
Sick Bulldog on Veterinarian's Table

Severe Internal Bleeding in Dogs: Facts & Prognosis

Older Labs are predisposed to spleen tumors, which can cause internal bleeding. The outlook for these dogs depends on whether the tumor is cancerous or benign.

Severe Internal Bleeding in Dogs: Facts & Prognosis

Sick Bulldog on Veterinarian's Table
Older Labs are predisposed to spleen tumors, which can cause internal bleeding. The outlook for these dogs depends on whether the tumor is cancerous or benign.
street dog suffering from vomiting

Is it Safe to Make My Dog Vomit at Home When He Ingests Toxins?

When your dog eats something harmful, your instinct might be to make him vomit, but hold on — inducing vomiting at home can lead to dangerous complications.

Is it Safe to Make My Dog Vomit at Home When He Ingests Toxins?

street dog suffering from vomiting
When your dog eats something harmful, your instinct might be to make him vomit, but hold on — inducing vomiting at home can lead to dangerous complications.

Is It Safe to Anesthetize an Older Bulldog for a Dental Abscess?

True, Bulldogs have a harder time breathing than other dogs, but the idea that anesthesia is dangerous is one of the great myths of medicine.

Is It Safe to Anesthetize an Older Bulldog for a Dental Abscess?

True, Bulldogs have a harder time breathing than other dogs, but the idea that anesthesia is dangerous is one of the great myths of medicine.
Dog mouth opening showing teeth and gums.

Ask a Vet: What Causes a Dog’s Tooth to Suddenly Turn Purple?

Teeth turn purple most frequently due to blunt-force trauma, and affected dogs need immediate treatment to prevent infection and bone loss.

Ask a Vet: What Causes a Dog’s Tooth to Suddenly Turn Purple?

Dog mouth opening showing teeth and gums.
Teeth turn purple most frequently due to blunt-force trauma, and affected dogs need immediate treatment to prevent infection and bone loss.

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