Dr. Nancy’s Dog, Nellie I recently received the following question from Ardis, a reader who oversees a rescue organization in California: One of our adopters has an older Beagle with a growth on his gum that is apparently not cancer and is not attached to the bone, but it is really i... [More]

Speaking for Spot and Your Dog's Best Health are perfect gifts for your dog-loving family and friends, veterinarian, veterinary office staff, and rescue and shelter staff.   Wishing you and your four-legged family members a joyful and healthy holiday season. Nancy Kay, DVM Diplomate, American ... [More]

  Marie felt certain she was responsible for the death of her beloved dog Jasmine. It was springtime when Jasmine’s cough began so Marie assumed that allergies were at play. When the coughing progressed Marie scheduled a veterinary visit. X-rays revealed lung cancer- unfortunately too far... [More]

  Is it safe to feed store bought jerky treats to our pets? Doing so may be risky business given the many news reports of illnesses in dogs and cats associated with jerky consumption. The majority of the more than 2,000 incidents of jerky-related health issues reported by the Food and Drug Adm... [More]

    Oh, the weather outside is frightful! Winter weather is rapidly approaching and you’ve likely begun layering your clothing and weatherproofing your car. When organizing for winter, don’t forget to think about your pets. They too are deserving of special treatment this time... [More]