Dr. Kim Podlecki DVM (Veterinarian)

Some dogs will eat anything that’s in front of them! Other dogs will seek out food they aren’t supposed to get – they will get onto the counter, pull out the trash, and/or eat random things off the sidewalk. But what about if your dog got into either a box of tea bags, or used

As dogs age, they may start to get lumps and bumps all over their body. You may even start to notice bumps on your dog’s eyelids and/or around the eye itself. There are many reasons why your dog may develop a black, blood-filled bump on their eye. Most of these will develop as your dog

You may have heard the term “cherry eye” before but are unsure what it means. Does it hurt your dog? How can you treat it? When should you be concerned? Cherry eye can affect any breed, including your Beagle. Continue reading to learn more about what cherry eye is, what it looks like, and what

Histiocytosis is a rare condition that stems from normal cells, histiocytes, in the body. In Bernese Mountain Dogs, they can develop cancerous tumors called histiocytic sarcomas. Other times, Bernese Mountain Dogs will develop systemic (entire body) histiocytosis that is non-cancerous but progressive and debilitating. We’ll discuss both of these in Bernese Mountain Dogs, what to

Nowadays, canine allergies are discussed widely across social media. Food and supplement companies are claiming that the reason your dog is itchy is likely because of allergies to X, Y, and Z. But when it comes to canine allergies, what should you be looking for? What are dogs most typically allergic to? And should you

Dogs can get all sorts of “lumps and bumps” that grow on them. Some occur in younger dogs, while most develop notice as dogs age. Many growths that develop on your dog may be harmless and nothing to worry about, but others may be aggressive cancers. One of the more common types of growths we

You may recognize the word Cuterebra, or maybe you have seen interesting videos of them online. But do you know what a Cuterebra is? What exactly are you looking at when you see a veterinarian pull these out of a poor animal’s skin? Cuterebra are insects that can infect dogs. Continue reading to find out

Issues with your dog’s paw(s) can occur for a number of reasons. Dogs can suffer wounds, issues with their nails, or cause trauma by chewing on their feet. Continue reading for eight of the most common dog paw problems, what these problems look like, and what you can do. The 8 Common Dog Paw Problems

In the veterinary world, we have seen an uptick in what are referred to as brachycephalic breeds. These are more lovingly known as the “squish-faced” breeds. Pugs, Frenchies, Bulldogs, Boston Terriers, etc. all fall into this category. Unfortunately, these breeds also come with a number of health problems. In this article, we will focus on

During the holidays, you may notice a lot of veterinarians posting about potential toxins your dog may ingest. That’s because during the holidays, with traveling and/or having new people in the house, your dog may be at higher risk for eating things they shouldn’t. However, as a dog parent, you should be aware of the

Pectus excavatum and pectus carinatum are the most common chest bone deformities in dogs. Even though they are the most common, both conditions are still considered rare. Some dogs will have issues with these conditions, while others can live normal lives. Read on to learn more about these deformities below. What Is Pectus Excavatum and

Around the holidays, you may see a lot of information on dogs getting pancreatitis. Can your dog recover from pancreatitis, and how long will it take? Before we answer that question, we will first discuss some other pertinent information—like what pancreatitis is, how it’s diagnosed, and how long it may take your dog to recover.

Skin conditions in dogs are a hot topic these days. Many dogs experience allergies, skin infections, itchiness, discoloration, hair loss, etc. But what about the condition known as ichthyosis? What is this disease, what are the causes, and what can you and your veterinarian do for your dog? There are ongoing studies regarding the prevalence

Syringomyelia (which we will abbreviate as SM) is a neurologic condition seen most commonly in Cavalier King Charles Spaniels. SM has been reported in other breeds (typically toy breed dogs), however, Cavaliers are over-represented. This condition causes abnormal pockets of fluid to develop within the spinal cord, typically within the neck. Because this condition is

If you have a Dachshund or are interested in adopting one, you’ve probably heard that they are prone to “back problems”. But what exactly does that mean? IVDD, or Intervertebral Disc Disease, is a common condition that affects the spinal cord of young to middle-aged dogs (though any age can be affected), with Dachshunds being overrepresented.

Emotional support animals are quite popular nowadays. They are making headlines as people try to board their dogs, pigs, peacocks, and other animals on flights and try to get them into stores and restaurants, all while claiming the animal is an Emotional Support Animal (ESA). While some of these news stories may just be people

Did you know that nicotine can be highly toxic and even fatal if your pet ingests it? Depending on the source of the nicotine and the size of your pet, even a small amount can cause serious complications. Keep reading to find out what to look for, common sources of exposure, and what can be

As a dog owner, you have probably dealt with your dog having some vomiting and diarrhea on at least one occasion. Gastroenteritis, or inflammation of the stomach and intestines, can be caused by a number of different things.  In humans, we often think of the cause as food poisoning or the flu virus. Some people