Dr. Peter Dobias DVM

How to Induce Vomiting in Dogs to Avoid Surgery  Few dog parents can claim their canine companion hasn’t eaten something they shouldn’t have at least once in their life. In my practice, I saw many dogs that had eaten the strangest things, including a fine china plate, ten golf balls, and a corn cob. So […]

Identifying the Root Cause of Groin Licking in Dogs for Effective Relief and Care Index: Introduction Common Reasons Dogs Lick Their Groin2.1 Muscle Sprain or Injury2.2 Lumbar or Sacral Spinal Injury or Misalignment2.3 Urinary Bladder Issues2.4 Hernias and Genital Concerns2.5 Other Possible Causes Managing Skin Irritation and Inflammation from Licking Summary of Recommendations  1. Introduction If your

Are tomatoes toxic to dogs: A misunderstanding in canine nutrition There are numerous myths surrounding what the canine diet should or should not include, which is why finding the answer to ‘can dogs eat tomatoes?’ is not as easy as you’d expect. In the realm of veterinary medicine, many recommendations appear to be handed down through generations

Every dog lover asks the question at some point: am I doing enough to keep my dog healthy? Well, what if each of the small daily choices you make today — about food, supplements, exercise, play, and overall care—directly shape the way your dog ages? Would you capture it or just let it slip? This

Canine Kidney Support If you have been living with a pet suffering from kidney disease or hope to prevent kidney problems in your dog in the future, the following article is definitely for you because kidney problems are one of the most common conditions diagnosed in cats and dogs. Why Does Kidney Disease Happen in Dogs? A

Every so often, I find myself sitting down with a cup of my favourite green tea, and a familiar email comes in: “Should I rotate my dog’s supplements?” It’s a question stemming from genuine concern: “If I blend other brands with your Dr. Dobias Naturals line, am I helping or hindering my dog’s health?” The

Have you noticed your senior dog staring at walls, pacing at night, or getting “stuck” in corners? These could be signs of cognitive decline, often referred to as canine dementia or canine cognitive dysfunction (CCD). In this episode, I (Dr. Peter Dobias) and Dr. Laurie McCauley discuss what’s happening in your dog’s brain, early warning

Not long ago, a close friend came to visit.  He’s ten years younger than me and he was recovering from prostate cancer surgery. Sitting with him as he told me about his regrets hit me hard.  It made me think of my dad (prostate cancer), my brother (brain tumor), and my grandma (colon cancer). Cancer

One of my favorite parts of writing these updates is being able to connect with you and share what we’ve been learning together. This month we have covered a variety of interesting topics: I sat down with my dear friend and colleague, Dr. Lynda Loudon, for a conversation about what dogs teach us about life,

If there’s one thing both Dr. Lynda Loudon and I agree on, it’s that the best medicine isn’t just what you can measure, diagnose and prescribe. It’s about staying present, going with our intuition and taking the route of least regret. In this inspiring conversation, I sat down with an ER veterinarian, Dog Mom Society