Posts by Bill Lynch

Seasonal Allergies in Dogs By Michelle Diener, DVM Petmd.com What Are Seasonal Allergies in Dogs? Dogs can be allergic to various things in the environment, such as pollen from trees and grass. If a dog displays allergy symptoms only during certain seasons, such as spring and fall, a seasonal allergy rather than a year-round allergy is…

7 Dog Allergy Symptoms to Look For By Matthew Everett Miller, DVM Petmd.com Allergies are common in dogs. About 1-2% of all dogs have a food allergy, and as many as 25% of dogs with skin problems have a food allergy. When you throw in dogs with inhalant or environmental allergens (like pollen or mold) and flea allergies, you’re looking…

Seasonal Allergies in Dogs By Michelle Diener, DVM Petmd.com What Are Seasonal Allergies in Dogs? Dogs can be allergic to various things in the environment, such as pollen from trees and grass. If a dog displays allergy symptoms only during certain seasons, such as spring and fall, a seasonal allergy rather than a year-round allergy is…

7 Ways to Get Help With Vet Bills By Sarah Wooten, DVM Petmd.com If you have been to a veterinarian recently, then you know that veterinary care can be expensive. Most pet parents are shocked when presented with an estimate for vet costs that has a comma in it. Pet dental care can be especially expensive—the…

Can Dogs Be Allergic to Their Beds? By PetMD Editorial   If you’re living with a sneezing, itchy dog, her bed may be to blame. Dog beds, especially if not regularly washed and replaced, can be a major source of dust mites, which can trigger your dog’s allergy symptoms. If you suspect that your dog is…

Why Is My Dog Not Eating? By Rhiannon Koehler, DVM Petmd.com A dog not eating or eating less than usual isn’t always a sign that something is wrong, but you definitely want to rule out underlying conditions before shrugging it off. Not sure whether to see a vet? Why Won’t Dogs Eat? Your dog’s appetite is…

Why Is My Dog Shedding So Much? By PetMD Editorial. Reviewed by Barri J. Morrison, DVM Dogs rely on their fur to protect their skin, help regulate body temperature, and insulate the internal organs from cold and heat. Like our own daily hair loss, some shedding is natural in pets. Some breeds of dogs and cats naturally shed…

8 Extreme Sports for Dogs By Erika Lessa, CBST, CDBT, CDBC, CPDT-KA, Petmd.com Are you looking for a challenge for you and your pup? Extreme sports for dogs maybe it—provided you are both adrenaline junkies. Most dog sports are organized and have structured competitions, but they can also be just for fun. What Are Extreme Sports for Dogs?…

Antifreeze Poisoning in Dogs By Veronica Higgs, DVM Petmd.com Antifreeze, or automotive radiator coolant, is the most readily available source of ethylene glycol. This colorless, odorless, possibly sweet-tasting liquid is highly toxic to dogs. According to the American Association of Poison Control Centers, ethylene glycol is the second most common cause of fatal poisonings in animals. This is likely…

What Kind of Music Calms Dogs? By Catherine Rowan-Collier, DVM Petmd.com Listening to certain songs can help soothe and calm you during stressful times. While research has documented the therapeutic effects of sound and music on the human brain, could listening to music calm dogs, too? And if so, what type of music do dogs like?…