Coloring looks like a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, but it is hard to say for sure without seeing the ears.

I'm sorry to hear about your loss. That is sad. Don't feel guilty - I know that it is hard not to, but you did the right thing. It will get better over time. Trust me, I've been there.

AbbiesMOM - that is a nice poem.

Happy birthday, and welcome. Thanks for following the rules and waiting until your birthday.

We had a cocker spaniel for 13 years. We had to put he...

Allergy shots sound like a good idea. Also, maybe ask your vet about whether it is possible to give dogs antihistamines. Something like benadryl (diphenhydramine) might work well on itching/hives. In humans, at least, it does not have long-term ...

We used Heartgard Plus for prevention. I don't know what you would use for treatment once the dog already has heartworm.

That is something else. It reminds me of a saying that I saw on a poster once:

"Before you say what you think... Think!"

That brings back good memories. My dog would have turned 14 years old today, but she passed away last spring.

I owned a cocker spaniel for 13 years. Over the years, she has accidentally fallen or ran into something a few times. Generally, the injury seemed worse to me...

Prednisone can be quite powerful and it can have a number of side effects, such as emotional changes/problems, high blood sugar or diabetes, or blurry vision. Also, if it is used for a long time, you have to be careful when withdrawing it - i.e., ...

Those are funny.