Animal Clinic Behind the Scenes

09/01/2026

Dog Skin Allergies (Atopic Dermatitis)
Is your dog scratching, chewing at the paws, or dealing with ear infections that keep coming back? Fleas, food, and environmental allergies can all look the same from the outside, but the path to figuring out which one it is looks different for each. Our new guide walks through how a real diagnosis gets narrowed down and what treatment actually involves day to day. Read the full guide here:

Recurring itching, redness, or ear infections? Learn what really causes dog skin allergies and atopic dermatitis, how veterinarians diagnose them by ruling things out, and what treatment actually involves — including a realistic look at elimination diet trials and clear guidance on when to see you...

08/30/2026

Is your dog suddenly wobbly, dragging a back leg, or having trouble coordinating its hind legs? This can range from something minor to a true emergency, and knowing which one you're dealing with matters. Our new guide breaks down the most common causes and helps you tell when to head to the vet right away versus when it's fine to schedule a routine visit. Read the full guide here: https://drrogerhart.com/dog-hind-leg-weakness-ataxia/

08/28/2026

Not every new lump on your dog is a cancer scare, but you shouldn't guess from looks alone. My updated visual guide walks through the most common types of skin growths, including histiocytomas, a fast-growing but usually harmless bump that often shows up in young dogs. It also covers what to track at home and when a fine-needle sample from your veterinarian can tell you more. See the full guide:

Identify and care for bumps on dogs skin with our essential guide. Learn their causes and when to seek help. Read more!

08/25/2026

Dogs yelp for a lot of reasons: a minor strain, a touch-sensitive spot, or something serious enough to need same-day care. Telling those apart from home isn't simple. This guide walks through the decision path: what counts as an emergency, what needs a same-day visit, and what's fine to schedule as a regular appointment. Read it here:

Dogs yelping in pain at night can signal serious issues. Learn the emergency signs every owner must know to help your pet when you hear your dog yelping in pain at night.

08/23/2026

Puppy skeletons don't show up clearly on an x-ray until late pregnancy, usually after day 45. That's the point when a veterinarian can get a more reliable puppy count for whelping planning. This guide breaks down the right timing window, how x-rays compare to ultrasound, and what to ask your veterinarian before scheduling one:

Learn the importance of a pregnant dog X-ray for health insights, ensuring the well-being of both the mother and her puppies during pregnancy. Pregnant dog xray.

08/20/2026

A quarter of one 200 mg ibuprofen tablet can poison an average cat, and the danger doesn't always show up right away. Kidney damage can build for hours, sometimes days, before your cat looks sick. If your cat got into ibuprofen or any other human pain reliever, call your veterinarian or the nearest emergency vet hospital now. The full guide covers what to have ready before you call, what to watch for in the first 24 hours, and how vets treat it:

08/04/2026

Introduction Recognizing that your dog is dying is one of the most painful experiences a pet owner will ever face. Whether your beloved pet is battling a terminal illness or experiencing the natural decline that comes a...
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08/03/2026

Introduction Gastroenteritis in puppies is inflammation of the stomach and intestines that causes vomiting and diarrhea – and in young dogs, it can escalate from mild discomfort to a life-threatening emergency within ho...
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