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No drooling or other symptoms. My understanding is that there's not much vets can do about so-called "old dog vestibular disorder" - just a matter of waiting it out until it resolves itself in time...

My 13-year-old Norwich ends up with an odd head tilt and balance issues every time he shakes himself. It generally lasts for only a few seconds. Is this a common symptom of vestibular disorder? I wonder if it's painful - sometimes looks like he's trying to shake himself without moving his head...

Saw the vet yesterday for my dog's annual physical. She recommends a teeth cleaning service without anesthetic - Animal Dental Care Anyone have experience with this? The FAQ says "We treat our patients much like a dentist treats a young child during a first-time dental visit. We use...

(NY Times)---All of the behavioral issues that we have created in ourselves, we are now creating in our pets. That’s why there is a market for these drugs. www.nytimes.com/2008/07/13/magazine/13pets-t.html

Has anyone tried Twistix wheat-free dog treats? Supposed to remove plaque and tartar and keep the dog busy chewing for a while. Any comments? Ingredients: Rice powder, soy protein concentrate, glycerin, water, natural flavor, cellulose, garlic, sodium hexametaphosphate, citric acid...

Nope, unfortunately. Guess I'll have to install a hardwood floor somewhere just for testing! :)

Good idea, except my house isn't the problem - it's when we go visit other people...

Guess I could try footies, but he's not really slipping when he actually walks on the floor. He's just scared for some reason...

My Norwich terrier refuses to walk on hardwood or tile floors, looks like he's worried about slipping. I've had other Norwich terriers with no such problems. His nails are trimmed properly, not sure what else to do. Any tips? Thanks! Steve

You could just as well make this argument for all doctors, yet somehow people manage to survive while filling their prescriptions anywhere they want.

Sure wish my vet offered those prices. As it is, just purchased some eardrops for $40, available online for $9.

Is this the same sorta thing as happens with many products online, where the manufacturers try to deny warranties? Where are the vets getting the products from? How do we confirm shelf life etc for products purchased directly from the vet? Is this a legitimate concern, or just a method of...

Any recommendations for reputable online pharmacies? Thanks!

Does anyone have experience with VetRxDirect? They seem to be pretty reputable, but who knows...

My Norwich loves them, it's fun to watch her drag around the 36" sticks. Anyone know what the sticks are made of? Where do you purchase yours? Best to keep an eye on the dog and discard the stick before it gets small enough to swallow. There have been several cases of choking...