Ask the Vet by Dr. Judith Herman

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  Can my dog get EEE

  By Judith K. Herman DVM, CVH - Nov 01
  Q. I was in Massachusetts recently and there was an announcement over the highway from the CDC about EEE. What is it, and can my dog get it? A. ...
  
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  Algae Blooms in Maine

  By Judith K. Herman DVM, CVH - Sep 01
  Q. I heard a lot this summer about algae blooms being toxic to dogs. Now that it is September, do I still need to worry about my dog going ...
  
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  Why Do Dogs Eat Grass?

  By Judith K. Herman DVM, CVH - Jul 01
  Q. My dog loves eating grass. It is worse in the spring. I was told he has an upset stomach, but he isn't showing any signs of stomach trouble. ...
  
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  Dangers of Bird Seed

  By Judith K. Herman DVM, CVH - May 01
  Q. My Labrador, Buster, will eat anything. He loves the birdseed I use in my bird feeders. Is there any danger if he eats it? A. We all want to ...
  
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  Gallbladder Problems

  By Judith K. Herman DVM, CVH - Feb 15
  Q. My dog was just diagnosed with a gallbladder problem. How did he get that? A. Gallbladder disease is less common in our furry friends than in ...
  
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  Rat Poison

  By Dr. Judith Herman - Dec 06
  Q. My house is inundated with mice, and they are driving my terrier crazy. I resorted to a poison. Now I am worried Jack will get into it. What ...
  
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  What to do in an Emergency

  Nov 01
  Q. I don't live near an animal emergency clinic. What should I do in an emergency? A. Being in a rural state and not all veterinary hospitals ...
  

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  Halloween Costumes

  By Judith K. Herman DVM, CVH - Oct 01
  Q. I am dressing up my Labradoodle for Halloween. Is there anything I should be aware of when I make his costume? He is very rambunctious. A. It ...
  
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  Heartworm update

  By Judith K. Herman DVM, CVH - Aug 01
  Q. Can you tell me about heartworm disease? My little dog is mostly indoors, so how would my dog get it? A. Heartworm disease use to be rare in ...
  
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  Poisonous Plants in the Garden

  By Judith K. Herman DVM, CVH - May 31
  Q. On Mother's Day, I received a lovely bouquet from my children. My cat knocked it over and Bosco grabbed the flowers and ran around the house. ...
  
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  Xylitol

  By Judith K. Herman DVM, CVH - Apr 01
  Q. I have been told xylitol is toxic to dogs. Can you tell me about it? A. Xylitol is a naturally occurring substance, which is a sugar alcohol ...
  
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  Loss of Fur

  By Dr. Judith Herman - Feb 01
  Q. My dog is losing fur. Like lots! What could be going on? A. There are several reasons for a dog to lose fur. Some causes are normal seasonal ...
  
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  Coughing Dogs

  Nov 30
  Q. A week ago my neighbor brought over her new dog to play with my Barney. They had a great time, but now Barney is coughing and making choking ...