Foxtails are a grassy weed typically found in states west of the Mississippi. They are invasive plant species and are seen increasingly on the east coast as well. The name “foxtail” refers to a number of grasses that produce bushy spikes that resemble a fox’s tail. Not all of them are hazardous; the wild barley also known as Hordeum murinum is one of the more common species of foxtails that are dangerous.
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Written by Dr. Sherry Weaver
I just found out that my dog is going to be blind and lose her hearing within two years. She is a very active dog, but I can already see the differences in her behavior because the problems have already started. Is her life worth living after losing these senses?
Riikka Karppinen
Helsinki, Finland
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Written by Dr. Sherry Weaver
I just got a three-and-a-half-month-old Toy Fox Terrier puppy. She sometimes will give a yelp when she goes potty.
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Written by Dr. Sherry Weaver
Our dog has very bad hip dysplasia. Bruno has just turned six years old, and his hind end is almost completely lame. Do you have any suggestion to help me?
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Written by Dr. Sherry Weaver
My name is Mark Baldwin, I live in the beautifully scenic province of Newfoundland, Canada, home to the beloved Newfoundland breed! I have owned several Rottweilers over the last ten years and have a delightful young male who is a year old.
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Written by Dr. Sherry Weaver
My husband and I just happened to tune in yesterday to the Dog Whisperer show, and we were captivated. We instantly put the Walk techniques into practice and are already seeing results.
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Written by Dr. Sherry Weaver
I am excited that our last article elicited such response. Vaccination is a very controversial subject, and I appreciate all of the opinions expressed. With all of the opinions in our community, I knew that there would be a heated response no matter what I said. I would like to take this chance to respond to some of the readers who sent emails.
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Written by Dr. Sherry Weaver
My poor pug has been honking on and off for a couple of days. I know this is reverse sneezing. My question is: Is there anyway to get her to stop honking? I try to rub her neck and nose, but she keeps honking. I feel so bad for her. Is there anything I can do for her?
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Written by Dr. Sherry Weaver
I recently adopted a male Westie mix from a local shelter. As suggested, I took him to my vet just to make sure he was healthy. Magnum had a rash on his back leg, and after careful examination, the vet concluded that he had a Staph infection.
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Written by Dr. Sherry Weaver
We adopted a rescue, Molly, around 8 months of age, which was in July 2007. She was emaciated, flea-bitten, and had a lampshade cord wrapped very tightly around her neck. She was so weak, she couldn't stand and weighed around 14 lbs. She is now a very happy and healthy dog at about 26 lbs.
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The pack is a family unit, and every pack leader naturally wants to ensure the vitality and longevity of his or her family members. We want the years we spend together with our packs to be happy and lively ones. But in a world in which we breathe in pollutants and toxins daily and find ourselves subject to germs and bacteria that can cause illness and other serious medical conditions. Here are some tips to keep your dogs barking well into their senior years!
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Do not panic. Let the animal see you approach. Avoid making any sudden movements or loud noises. Speak gently to the animal. Ensure there is no danger of further damage to yourself or pet. Give first aid to any external injuries, minimize movement, and keep the animal warm.
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