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☀️ Heatstroke In Pets: Here’s What You Need to Know

Heat stroke (heat exhaustion or hyperthermia) happens when a pet’s body temperature rises dangerously high and can’t cool down. This…

Does Your Bulldog Sound Like a Snoring Freight Train? Understanding Brachycephalic Airway Syndrome

We love our squishy-faced dogs. Pugs, Frenchies, Bulldogs, Shih Tzus, and Boston Terriers have become household favorites thanks to their…

Bloat in Dogs: Why GDV Is a Race Against Time

If you’ve ever heard a vet say the word “bloat” with urgency, they weren’t being dramatic—they were trying to save…

Gastropexy: The Simple Procedure That Could Save Your Dog’s Life

What It Is, Why We Recommend It, and When It Makes the Most Sense If you have a large or…

Marijuana Toxicity In Pets In Dubuque Ia

High Alert: What You Need to Know About Marijuana Toxicity in Pets

Let’s talk about something that’s becoming way too common in emergency vet clinics: “I think my dog ate a weed…

Skip the Brat, Save the Yorkie: What You Need to Know About Pancreatitis in Dogs

The grill is sizzling. The table is full. Your dog is giving you those eyes. You’re just about to sneak…

Is Your Cat Losing Weight But Still Eating? It Might Be Hyperthyroidism

You might think a cat who’s eating like a lion but still losing weight is just being quirky—but it could…

Is Your Dog Slowing Down? It Could Be Hypothyroidism

If your dog seems to be gaining weight, losing energy, or developing dry, flaky skin, it’s easy to chalk it…

“Can’t You Just Give Me Some Antibiotics?” Why We Legally—and Ethically—Can’t Prescribe Without an Exam

We get it. Your pet has an issue. You’ve Googled. You’re 80% sure it’s the same thing they had last…

Should You Get Pet Insurance? The Pros, the Cons, and How to Make the Right Choice for Your Family

At PetMed of Key West Veterinary Clinic in Dubuque, we believe in helping pet parents plan ahead—especially when it comes…