Question from Olivia, Sep 16, 2012 at 9:52 PM: Hi Dr. Chris, My dog Nicky is 11 years old and has had spondylitis that was diagnosed 3 years ago. Last year he had gold implants in his back, which have quite clearly worked very well. Unfortunately, during humid weather, he tends to get very weak

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Question from Jeffrey, Aug 1, 2012 at 2:38 PM:  Hi Dr. Chris, I found the link to your website on Youtube. Baxter is a 6.5 year old Golden Retriever, large for his breed (108 Lbs.).  He’s had two ACL surgeries, #1 (right stifle)- Jan. 2009, #2 (left stifle) – Dec 2009.  The procedure used was

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Questions from Hilary: Hilary, Feb 3, 2012 at 11:25 PM:   Hello. My Miniature Schnauzner, Nikki, will be 10 years old in April.  Two days ago, she had no problem going on her daily walks.  She kept up with her 3 year old “sister” with no problem.  Yesterday, I was watching her back legs when I

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Question from Isabel, Mon, Mar 19, 2012 at 3:58 AM: Help! My six-and-a-half year old Labrador retriever was up until before Christmas. All was fine, with a very lively boisterous dog who is a very popular member of the local dog walking fraternity!  Everyone knows Archie!!!! Lame in front left leg, been x-rayed (clear), rested

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