Lyme Disease

Dogs, Parasite Prevention, Questions for the Vet, Summer

Dear Dr. Dana, I am being warned that the ticks this year are going to be worse than ever and I should be extra cautious about lyme disease. What precautions should I take with my pets? ANSWER: May is Lyme Disease Awareness Month and Pennsylvania is the #1 state in...

Summer Months Safety

Anxiety, Dogs, Foreign Body, Heat, Parasite Prevention, Questions for the Vet, Safety, Summer, Travel

QUESTION: I was wondering what tips you have for keeping my pets safe during the warmer, summer months? ANSWER: The summer months are quickly approaching and will offer pet owners many chances to spend time outside with their dogs. There are several summer activities...

Questions for the Vet

Questions for the Vet

Dear Dr. Lisa, Over the holidays my dog, Tiki, a pomerian/eskimo mix ate a whole plate of freshly cooked Toll House chocolate chip cookies. Of course, this happened over the weekend and my vet was closed. We stressed for days thinking Tiki was going to get sick from...

Questions for the Vet

Questions for the Vet

Dear Dr Lisa, I own a business and the guy that clears my lot recommended I start using pet safe salt. Of course the pet safe salt is about 30 dollars more for the application. Is it worth the money to go with this salt? If there is truly a difference I will buy the...

Questions for the Vet

Questions for the Vet

Dear Dr. Lisa, A friend found a stray dog about 2 years ago. She took her in and has given her good care. She’s spoiled, especially since our friend lost her husband about a year ago. Now ‘Cocoa’ will not eat dog food. My friend has tried dry and can...

Questions for the Vet

Questions for the Vet

Dear Dr. Lisa, About 2 weeks ago this lump popped up on my dog our Sampson’s face. It doesn’t bother him at all but it seems to be getting bigger. I think it bothers me more than him. Should I get it checked out or just keep an eye on it? Lumpy lab mom...