Dr. Kim Podlecki

Dr. Kim Podlecki

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June 29, 2026

Histiocytosis in Bernese Mountain Dogs: Signs, Causes, & Care (Vet Answer)

Histiocytosis is a rare condition that stems from normal cells, histiocytes, in the body. In Bernese Mountain Dogs, they can develop cancerous tumors called hi…

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Histiocytosis in Bernese Mountain Dogs: Signs, Causes, & Care (Vet Answer)
June 29, 2026

Air Pocket in a Dog’s Ear: Vet-Explained Signs, Causes, Care & FAQ

Dogs’ ears can become swollen or puffy seemingly overnight. It may look like your dog’s ear has become filled with air, sometimes described as looking like a p…

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By Dr. Kim Podlecki
Air Pocket in a Dog’s Ear: Vet-Explained Signs, Causes, Care & FAQ
June 17, 2026

Cysts on Dogs: Our Vet Explains the Signs, Causes & Care

Dogs can suffer from all types of lumps and bumps. Some of these are benign (non-cancerous), while others are malignant (cancerous). Cysts can be a very common…

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Cysts on Dogs: Our Vet Explains the Signs, Causes & Care
June 17, 2026

Albon for Dogs: Our Vet Explains the Uses & Potential Side Effects

Albon is the brand name for the antibiotic sulfadimethoxine. Because it is an antibiotic, Albon can be used to treat a number of different types of bacterial i…

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By Dr. Kim Podlecki
Albon for Dogs: Our Vet Explains the Uses & Potential Side Effects
June 17, 2026

Swollen Lymph Nodes in Dogs: Our Vet Explains the Signs, Causes & Care

My five-year-old female beagle has a swollen lymph node under her front leg. Should I get it checked out or just wait and see? Debbie...

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Swollen Lymph Nodes in Dogs: Our Vet Explains the Signs, Causes & Care
August 18, 2026

Can a Dog Overdose on Heartgard? Facts & FAQ (Vet Answer)

Heartgard is a popular heartworm and intestinal parasite prevention used in dogs. It’s been around for a long time, and many know of the medication to be safe…

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Can a Dog Overdose on Heartgard? Facts & FAQ (Vet Answer)
June 17, 2026

My Dog Was Quilled By a Porcupine, What Should I Do? (Vet Answer)

One of the more dramatic situations we encounter in veterinary medicine is the curious dog who gets quilled by a porcupine. Most commonly we will see dogs get…

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My Dog Was Quilled By a Porcupine, What Should I Do? (Vet Answer)
June 17, 2026

Vaccine Reactions in Dogs: Our Vet Explains the Signs and How to React

A puppy came to the emergency vet with frightening symptoms. Were they caused by a vaccine or was something more serious going on?

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Vaccine Reactions in Dogs: Our Vet Explains the Signs and How to React
June 17, 2026

Do Vets Do Unnecessary Procedures? Answered by One of Our Vets

Over the last 15+ years since I’ve graduated veterinary school, a lot has changed. There are new products coming out every day that help improve the lives and…

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By Dr. Kim Podlecki
Do Vets Do Unnecessary Procedures? Answered by One of Our Vets
June 17, 2026

My Dog Ate a Rib Bone, What Should I Do? Our Vet Explains

Some dogs will do anything to get onto the counter and grab a taste of whatever we are eating. Other times, potentially dangerous food such as bones may be thr…

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My Dog Ate a Rib Bone, What Should I Do? Our Vet Explains