Cancer. There’s simply no good way to approach the topic. Or even say the word. According to Dr. Laura Weis, DVM, CVH, of Doylestown Veterinary Hospital, we are still losing the war against canine cancer. The disease, she notes, remains the main cause of death in dogs. Almost half of the canine population will develop […] The post What Should I Do If My Dog Has Cancer? appeared first on Doylestown Veterinary Hospital ..read more

You may have heard the idiom, a barking dog seldom bites. We definitely wouldn’t put that to the test, but one thing is certain: a dog that won’t stop barking will eventually put everyone on edge. Why Won’t My Dog Stop Barking? If your dog’s barking seems endless, you’re not alone. “Barking is certainly a […] The post Why Won’t My Dog Stop Barking? appeared first on Doylestown Veterinary Hospital ..read more

You’ve heard the saying: “Never trust a dog to watch your food.” Our canine friends are known for their hearty – and, sure, sometimes indiscriminate – appetites. So, when they stop eating, or show less interest in what’s in their bowl (and when) – it can be concerning for pet owners. “The thing with a […] The post What Should I Do If My Dog Doesn’t Want to Eat? appeared first on Doylestown Veterinary Hospital ..read more

Dogs lick things for several reasons. When they lick themselves, it’s often an act of grooming. When they lick us, their owners, it can be a form of social communication, or even a means of saying, “Hey, I see the bottom of my bowl. Feed me.” When they lick the floor? Obsessively? Admittedly, that one’s […] The post Why Won’t My Dog Stop Licking the Floor? appeared first on Doylestown Veterinary Hospital ..read more

Getting the, er, scoop on bowel movements is an all-too-common subject among dog owners. “What should I do if my dog has diarrhea?” is also one of the most frequently asked questions in veterinary medicine, says Dr. David MacDonald, DVM, CVA, CVSMT, with Doylestown Veterinary Hospital. “I can certainly understand there’s a need to let people know what to do,” he says. Getting a clear idea of what is happening during that first frantic call – and the events leading up to the queasy canine – is the key. “You can’t just assume it’s the same situation with every dog, and you can’t just treat every ..read more

Finish this sentence: “When a dog eats grass, it means they have _________.” If you answered, “good taste” – well, to each their own. But if you answered, “an upset stomach” or “a tummy ache,” you’re not alone. In fact, most pet owners jump to that conclusion. It’s been the prevailing school of thought for so long, just like how dogs can only see in black and white (also not quite true). Interestingly, studies show that less than 25% of dogs vomit after helping themselves to an impromptu, backyard salad bar. According to Dr. Wendy Zimmerman, DVM, of Doylestown Animal Hospital, this presents an ..read more

Let’s face it: Dog sneezes can be cute – the first time they happen. We say “Gesundheit” in a sing-song voice as they shake it off and everyone tends to move on with their lives. But the fourth time? The tenth? Well, then, dog sneezes can be scary. “There certainly are a lot of reasons why dogs sneeze,” says Dr. Lois Palin, VMD, of Doylestown Veterinary Hospital. “Some of them are serious. A lot of them are not.” My Dog Won’t Stop Sneezing According to Dr. Palin, dogs frequently sneeze for the same reason that we do: to clear our airways in response to environmental irritants, be it pollen, st ..read more

It’s springtime. The birds are singing, the buds are blooming, and the bees are, well – doing what bees do. By and large, that’s pollinating flowers. Sometimes, it’s stinging our dogs on the nose. So, what do you do if your dog gets stung by a bee? Pretty much what you would do for yourself, says Dr. Mimi Fitchett, DVM, of Doylestown Veterinary Hospital. If there’s a stinger present, you want to try to gently remove it. Gentle is the operative word. “Honeybee stingers may still be pumping venom,” she continues. “So, you don’t want to squeeze. You just want to scrape the stinger off with a sh ..read more

Many dog owners at one time or another have witnessed their pet favoring a paw or a leg after playing outdoors or even following a long nap. Our hearts immediately go out to our four-legged friends as they limp their way to their food dish or their dog bed, and we wonder what happened. While limping is an all-too-common condition for dogs and cats, the causes are widespread, says Dr. Jerica Lugo, VMD, of Doylestown Veterinary Hospital. Reasons for lameness can range from basic and fleeting soreness to more complicated, and even severe conditions. Her colleague, Dr. David MacDonald, DVM, CVA, C ..read more

DOYLESTOWN, PA, March 1, 2024— Doylestown Veterinary Hospital & Holistic Pet Care is pleased to announce the addition of Dr. Wendy Zimmerman to the hospital team as an associate veterinarian. Dr. Zimmerman brings extensive experience in canine rehabilitation and veterinary acupuncture to the practice, positioning her as another key asset in the growth of holistic pet care services. Her primary focus will be integrative medicine, merging traditional veterinary practices with holistic therapies to enhance overall patient care outcomes. Dr. Zimmerman with her Frenchie, Matzo Ball. “The bond ..read more