
What you need to know about giving your dog Robitussin. Find out which versions to avoid, safe dosing, side effects as well as good alternatives!
Maalox is an antacid that helps with heartburn, tummy aches, nausea and indigestion. Are you thinking of using it for your dog’s upset stomach? Here’s the deal: We do not recommend any version of Maalox in any dose. The problem Read More …
Kaopectate is an anti-diarrheal medication that’s increasingly being used on dogs. Though not designed for this purpose, the product can be carefully administered to canines under the right circumstances. That said, Kaopectate may cause your dog to experience side effects Read More …
Are you wondering if Imodium is safe and effective for dog use? Good news! This anti-diarrheal has long been given to animals. For pets and people alike, it works just the same by slowing down digestion and giving the small Read More …
Mineral oil makes bowel movements less straining, but can this substance also be used on dogs? Here’s the deal: Mineral oil is effective for canine constipation too, but overuse can result in nutritional absorption. Also known as Paraffinum perliquidum, there Read More …
Hydrogen peroxide is a quick way to induce your dog to vomit. But is it safe? And if so, what is an appropriate dose? First thing’s first: Hydrogen peroxide reliably purges the stomach. It is fairly safe in lower concentrations Read More …
Does your dog have some sort of tummy discomfort? Is that why you’re wondering if Pepcid AC can be given to canines? Here’s the deal: Vets do prescribe Pepcid for upset stomach and gastric reflux, but using Famotidine (the active Read More …
Prilosec is taken for a wide range of stomach problems including GERD, heartburn, Zollinger-Ellison syndrome, indigestion and ulcers. Many dogs also struggle with some of these same gut-related issues and they often stem from excess stomach acidity. Are you wondering Read More …
Do you think your dog may have a toothache? The truth is that canines with oral discomfort can also get relief from Orajel. Many owners find that it works for their pets! And vets commonly use Benzocaine which is the Read More …