Dr. Joe Mallat

When you decided to bring a dog into your family, you probably didn’t envision dealing with scabs on her nipples. Or his nipples, for as it turns out, male dog…

By Dr. Joe Mallat

If your dog has been diagnosed with pancreatitis, your vet probably told you about the importance of managing their diet. Some vets will recommend a prescripti…

By Dr. Joe Mallat

Canine hyperkeratosis is a skin condition in which dogs produce too much keratin. Keratin is one of the most important structural proteins found in skin, hair,…

By Dr. Joe Mallat

A number of fungal infections can affect our canine companions. Some of these fungal infections are superficial or “local” diseases, such as ringworm and yeast…

By Dr. Joe Mallat

If you’re missing a condom and suspect your dog has eaten it, don’t panic. Dogs will eat all sorts of harmless and dangerous things; thankfully, most cases of…

By Dr. Joe Mallat

How concerned should we be about dehydration in dogs? Can it cause neurological issues such as seizures? Thankfully, dehydration is an uncommon cause of seizur…

By Dr. Joe Mallat

Paw pad yeast infections in dogs are one of the causes of interdigital dermatitis or pododermatitis. These pesky infections are usually the result of skin alle…

By Dr. Joe Mallat

Caring for a newborn litter of pups is exciting and rewarding. At times, it may feel like a full-time job, but we can assure you it’s all worth it! Compared to…

By Dr. Joe Mallat

Bringing home a new puppy involves a few trips to the veterinarian. Of course, this is a good chance to discuss all aspects of canine health, including diet, w…

By Dr. Joe Mallat

While there’s no treatment for elbow dysplasia in dogs, disease management can help your dog live a fulfilling life.

By Dr. Joe Mallat