Nicole Cohen, DVM DABVP, Author at Vethelpful

Why your dog’s back legs are weak and collapsing

Causes of both sudden and gradual back leg weakness in dogs The key to understanding the cause of back leg weakness in a dog is to know how quickly the weakness developed (sudden onset or...

This is why your cat is pooping outside the litter box

Why cats poop outside the litter box Cats that poop outside the litter box can do so because of either an underlying medical or behavioral trigger. Medical reasons for pooping outside...

Could your dog have untreated Lyme disease?

If you are nervous your dog has untreated Lyme disease, it should be comforting to know that MOST dogs infected with Lyme disease (95%) and cats ( nearly 100 %) do not get sick from Lyme...

Moving with pets cross country

There’s a lot of work to be done with preparing for a move. It can seem even more daunting when you’re facing the prospect of gathering up your furry friends and moving cross country. ...

Dog pink eye. What you need to know.

The conjunctiva is the pink tissue lining the globe of the eye and inside the eyelids. Pink eye is inflammation of the conjunctiva and the medical term for pink eye is called conjunctivitis. ...

How to make a dog first aid kit

If you have a beloved dog at home, you should really consider making a dog first aid kit. A first aid kit allows you to keep all the essential items you might need to stabilize an urgent problem...