The Medicine Category covers issues relating to giving certain medicines to your pet dog. Browse this category for specific medicines.
Cortisone, a well known corticosteroid, is a treatment option for a wide range of ailments. Are you wondering if your dog can benefit from taking this synthetic steroid? As a matter of fact, veterinarians prescribe it for allergies, joint pain Read More …
Dogs obviously get the occasional fever (particularly when they have an infection). The first thing you should know: Over 104 degrees °F is concerning for a canine. And (if that’s the case) you’d be right to be worried. A furry Read More …
Arrowroot comes in handy for bowel issues, but what about for dogs? First the good news: This powdery substance is not known to be dangerous for pets. Whether you are interested in arrowroot as an ingredient in treats or as Read More …
Are you wondering if your dog can take Lasix? You aren’t alone! Many owners with older canines inquire about this drug (generic name Furosemide). Here’s the deal: Vets do, in fact, utilize this loop diuretic. It tends to be super Read More …
Can Beano help a gassy dog? Does this idea even make sense? You’ll be happy to hear that canines can also take this dietary supplement. The natural enzymes in Beano are not dangerous for dogs. It’s safe! The question then Read More …
Lots of people take baby aspirin as part of a preventative health regimen. Does such a strategy make sense for dogs too? That’s a great question! Here’s what you should know: Low-dose baby aspirin can help your dog with short-term Read More …
Are you wondering if Neosporin can safely be used on your dog? First the good news: Bacitracin works on animals too—this topical antibiotic speeds up the healing process of minor cuts, wounds, scratches or scrapes for people and pets alike! Read More …
Antibiotics are a very common treatment for both people and dogs. Still, there’s a lot of uncertainty about their use. For an infection or most other medical problems, not knowing what to do is normal. Obviously, your dog should be Read More …
Zyrtec is a possibility if your dog has allergies. It can be especially helpful for atopic dermatitis. All sorts of itchiness and irritations of the skin can be alleviated with Zyrtec. The active drug, Cetirizine, can be used off-label. It’s Read More …