Whether Ex-Lax can be used on a constipated pet dog is a question we get asked a lot! Yes, some owners successfully provide this laxative without incident. But Senna glycoside AKA Sennosides, the active ingredient, is rarely prescribed by vets Read More …
Category: OTC Products
Read This Before Giving Your Dog Milk of Magnesia!
Milk of Magnesia is a very useful laxative/antacid for quick relief of abdominal discomfort, indigestion and especially constipation. But is this over-the-counter product safe enough for dogs? Here’s the deal: Magnesium hydroxide, the only active ingredient and a naturally-occurring mineral, Read More …
Read This Before Giving Your Dog Midol For Any Reason!
Midol was recently rebranded with a focus on PMS and menstrual cramps. This popular medication used to be more of an all-purpose fix for everything from headaches to fatigue, muscle aches and mild pain relief. In any case, are you Read More …
Miralax For a Pet Dog’s Constipation? Read This First!
Can Miralax be given for canine constipation? Yes, in fact, this laxative softens stools for animals too and vets sometimes utilize it. With that being said, you’ve got to learn as much as possible (because there are risks). In most cases, a Read More …
What You Must Know About Giving Your Dog Mucinex!
Mucinex reduces congestion, sinus pain, throat phlegm and most other cold symptoms. But is it safe enough for dogs? Here’s the deal: While this cold and flu medication also works for animals, it should not be used for what could Read More …
Read This Before Giving Your Dog Diphenhydramine!
Read This Before Giving Your Dog Motrin For Pain!
Are you thinking of giving your dog Motrin to relieve persistent pain? First off, this well-known medication is simply a trade name for Ibuprofen. In any case, using it on a pet can be tempting since it’s a readily available Read More …
Read This Before Giving Your Dog a Decongestant!
Read This Before Giving Your Dog Melatonin!
Melatonin is a naturally occurring hormone that helps with insomnia. It’s fairly effective and has a good safety record. But does this also hold true for dogs? Generally, yes! Animals can be given melatonin, but it should be conservatively dosed Read More …