My dog has fatty tumors all over and I know that by themselves they are not dangerous.  But if your dog is having breathing problems caused by the tumor, maybe it could be drained.  A dog your age is a bit old to be having surgery, and your vet may have been right to advise … Read more

I don't think there's any way to tell in a quaker by looking at it, or by behavior either.  You can get a DNA test done to tell, if you really want to know.  If this is your first bird, bring it to a vet to have it done.  Otherwise, just enjoy your bird without knowing. 

First, if he hasn't been to a vet for it, he should be checked by a vet.  He may have some kind of allergy that makes him itch.  He may need a good hypoallergenic shampooing.   He may need a different change in diet than you've already tried.  I've read that a lot of dogs are allergic to … Read more

For me, it's just a feeling I get when it's the right moment.  I'll see my dog's health declining, and I'll know the time is coming, and maybe his or her life just seems to be getting worse and worse.  One day I just know today's the day and that's when we go in and … Read more