We’re here to help. Here’s what we recommend: 1. My Dog is Bleeding Pressure and ice applied to small bleeds may control it; then, consult with City Dog Possible causes include puncture wounds and lacerations, ruptured cysts or tumors, broken nails, etc. Bleeding from the mouth or other body orifices is handled differently and may […]
Summertime. And the living is easy?
Dogs enjoy summertime as much as their people . And just like the humans, fun times and good weather can lead to problems. Be careful, be aware, and if you have concerns, contact the staff at CityDog Vet! Heat n feet Hot weather can lead to overheating (heatstroke) Hot cars: Cars can get very hot […]
First Aid Kits 101
Traveling or expecting to be far from City Dog Vet or your local Animal Emergency Clinic? Almost always, it is better to contact the veterinarian and head on in; time wasted may be vital. If you are far away, use the kit to control bleeding, protect wounds and other first line responses. Here’s what we […]
Dog Dangers of the Lawn and Garden
Be careful out there! If you are interupted in a project, your curious dog may get into trouble. Certain things need to be kept out of the yard, or out of their reach, at all times. 1. Fertilizers Even organic fertilizers and compost are dangerous, as they will contain dangerous levels of nitrogen, phosphorus or […]
Bloat in Dogs
Certain breeds are predisposed to the rapidly dangerous condition called GDV (gastric dilation volvulus), gastric torsion, volvulus or bloat. The exact cause is still not certain, but ultimately gas accumulates in stomach faster that it can be removed by the body. The bouyant gas filled stomach, under certain conditions (notably deep chested breeds) will rotate […]
Eye Boogers!
Didn’t I just wipe them? This seems to be one of those issues people don’t realize they have until it’s already gone too far. I’d like to bring this onto your pup parent radar and let you know there are some very easy things that you can do to help your baby out! All dogs […]
