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Pet Symptom Checker
Ask about any symptom in plain language — vomiting, limping, not eating, lethargy, breathing problems, and more. Get instant, evidence-based guidance from Dr. Rosie's AI, built on 25+ years of clinical veterinary experience.
Free. No account needed. Dogs, cats, exotic pets.
Ask Dr. Rosie AI Now →What is your pet experiencing?
Tap a symptom to ask Dr. Rosie's AI directly — or type your own question.
When should I take my pet to the vet?
Go to an emergency vet immediately if your pet has: difficulty breathing, pale or white gums, collapse or inability to stand, suspected toxin ingestion, uncontrolled bleeding, seizure activity, bloated or hard abdomen, suspected broken bone, loss of consciousness, or a cat that is open-mouth breathing.
See your vet the same day for: vomiting or diarrhea more than 2–3 times, not eating for more than 24 hours (cats) or 48 hours (dogs), limping with significant pain, eye injuries, urinary straining, or any symptom that is rapidly getting worse.
Not sure? Ask Dr. Rosie's AI — describe exactly what you're seeing and get guidance based on 25+ years of clinical veterinary experience.
What can the Dr. Rosie AI help with?
Symptom guidance
Describe what you're seeing in plain language — "my dog keeps licking his paws" or "my cat is hiding and not eating" — and get clinical context.
Urgency triage
Not sure if it's an emergency? Get honest guidance on whether to go now, wait until morning, or monitor at home.
Medication questions
Is this medication safe for my pet? What are the side effects? Can I give my dog Benadryl? Real answers, not generic warnings.
Toxin exposure
My dog ate chocolate, grapes, xylitol, ibuprofen — immediate guidance on how serious it is and what to do right now.
Condition information
Just got a diagnosis? Ask what it means, what to expect, what questions to ask your vet, and what treatment options exist.
All species
Dogs, cats, rabbits, birds, reptiles, guinea pigs — not just dogs and cats. Dr. Rosie's training includes exotic and small animal medicine.
Common symptoms — quick answers
My dog is vomiting — should I go to the vet?
One vomit in an otherwise healthy adult dog can often be monitored. Go immediately if: vomiting 3+ times in a few hours, blood in vomit, bloated abdomen, lethargy, or if the dog may have eaten something toxic. Puppies and seniors need faster attention.
My cat is not eating — how long is too long?
Cats should not go 24–48 hours without eating. Unlike dogs, cats can develop hepatic lipidosis (fatty liver disease) from even short food strikes — especially overweight cats. If your cat hasn't eaten in 24 hours and seems unwell, see a vet the same day.
My dog is limping — is it serious?
Go the same day if non-weight-bearing, limb looks deformed, swollen, or if your dog is crying. Weight-bearing limp with no other symptoms can often wait 24–48 hours but monitor carefully. Large breeds with sudden front leg lameness should be seen urgently — it can signal bone cancer.
My cat is breathing fast or with effort — emergency?
Yes. Labored breathing in cats is almost always an emergency. Open-mouth breathing, belly breathing, or extended neck breathing means they are in serious distress. Go to an emergency vet immediately — do not wait.
Is the Dr. Rosie AI actually free?
Yes — free users get 5 AI questions per day with no account required. Premium members get unlimited access. Go to drrosiedvm.com/ask to start.
Built by a DVM. Free for every pet owner.
Ask Dr. Rosie is built on the clinical knowledge base of Dr. Rosemary Stolzer-Bolton, a licensed Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) with over 25 years of experience. It is not a replacement for your veterinarian — it is the knowledgeable friend who helps you understand what you're seeing and whether it warrants a call or a trip.
For emergencies, always contact a veterinarian or 24-hour emergency animal hospital immediately.