In my opinion, the only reason a dog should undergo any surgery is if the benefit to the dog outweighs the risk and pain associated with the procedure. Clearly, that’s not the case here.

Intestinal parasites, which many preventions offer protection against, are diagnosed year-round, particularly in puppies and ...

Ask The Vet is a weekly series by Dr. Devon B. Smith, a Baltimore veterinarian who is an associate at Madonna Veterinary Clinic in White Hall. Send your pet questions or photos via the forms below.

While responsible owners are correct to have their horse’s teeth checked annually, the floating is not the most important thing happening -- it is the exam ...

Q: My brother came to visit, and my dog went into his room and ate all his medication! What do I do? A: Discovering your dog has ingested a human medication can be a terrifying experience. Human ...

A: Research in dogs shows that stomach and intestinal problems can trigger ELS, or excessive licking of surfaces, including ...

Matt Richtman won the 2025 Los Angeles Marathon with a time of 2:07:56, which was an impressive three minutes less than second-placed Athanas Kioko. He became the first American to win the L.A ...

Kris Owen, a 79-year-old Vietnam veteran, had planned to spend his retirement in Indiana with his wife, Karen. But after she ...

A real estate expert explains why and how you should assess your potential neighbors' behavior before purchasing a home.

The next time you suspect your pet has fleas, skin issues, diarrhea, or needs a recheck after surgery, you might not need to ...

Joining us for our Ask The Expert slot this week to answer all your pet-related questions is Pete Wedderburn aka Pete The Vet.