Seeking advice on whether my dog needs medical attention
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Hi, my dog developed this sore type thing on his mouth and I only noticed it last night. He is about a year and a half old German shepherd mix. Is this something that warrants a vet visit? He doesn’t react in pain when I touch it but I can’t figure out what it is. It is not puss filled, and it is firm when I poke it. I’m in a really bad financial situation and don’t want to overreact but will absolutely take him to see the vet of course if this is something that would threaten his health because he is really important to me. Thanks!!
Teen dog acne?
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My Great Pyrenees/Anatolian mix is 7 months old, and just came home from the shelter a little over two weeks ago. This acne has popped up within the last 18ish hours and so far doesn’t seem to be bothering him at all. I’m wondering if it’s just a teenage acne phase, and if there’s anything I can do for it besides keeping the area clean and not irritating it?
He gradually switched foods without any trouble during his first week home, and as far as I know hasn’t been into any poison ivy or nettles. He’s been spending 6+ hours outdoors with me each day “helping†care for horses and do farm chores (he mostly naps in the barn/shade) but occasionally wanders around trying to investigate something he heard or smelled. He’s already got really great recall and never goes too far, but it’s not impossible that he could’ve found himself rolling around in the wrong plants.
This is my first male dog (my family’s girls have never had acne issues in the past) so I just wanna make sure I’m not overlooking anything really. If it starts to bother him or look really irritated he’ll definitely go see the vet, but in the mean time what (if anything) should I be doing here? He’s just been cleared for baths (was neutered the day before he came home,) so should I be looking for specific shampoos that might help?
Anyone give their pups Antinol (green lipped mussel extract)? Would love to hear your experiences.
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My senior GSD gal was recently diagnosed with hip dysplasia and osteoarthritis. She suddenly went from being okay one day to having a hard time getting comfortable (constantly pacing/panting and can’t lie down for very long). Vet prescribed gabapentin and rimadyl, which seem to somewhat help but not entirely.
Vet suggested we try Dasequin MSM and Antinol. I found a lot of information for Dasequin but couldn’t find much info on Antinol. So far it’s only been 1 week with Dasequin and a few days with Antinol so I’m not expecting to see results yet, but wanted to hear y’all’s experience with it.
Dog has bump that is oozing liquid.
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Hey everyone,
I have an 11 year yorkie poodle, for the most part she is relatively healthy for her age. She has had a bump for the last few months (Vet stated it was nothing to be concerned about and call if I noticed changes) We have noticed over the last few days it has both changed color and size. I’m calling her vet in the morning for an emergency appointment, but I cant help but panic. Please help!