The Medicine Category covers issues relating to giving certain medicines to your pet dog. Browse this category for specific medicines.
Sadly it’s not uncommon for dogs to become infested with roundworms, tapeworms, coccidia, giardia and various other parasites. You obviously want to address this unpleasant problem ASAP. Thankfully the right dewormer will resolve such a sobering situation. Are you planning Read More …
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 …
Many of the active ingredients in OTC decongestants are too dangerous for dogs. Learn the brand names that can and cannot be used on canines!
Emetrol does a good job at alleviating nausea, vomiting and upset stomach. Many dogs often deal with these same issues — no wonder owners ask about this medication! Providing your pet with Emetrol isn’t such a crazy idea. That being Read More …
Does your dog have bad allergies? Are they itchy with runny eyes and/or sneezing? You want to know if Allegra can help so let’s get straight to the point: Vets do prescribe Allegra, but one version is off limits to Read More …
Celebrex (active ingredient Celecoxib) is primarily taken to reduce symptoms of arthritis. Are you thinking of using a leftover supply to help ease your dog’s aches and pains? Let’s start by pointing out something key: Despite this pharmaceutical being a Read More …
Does your dog have a bacterial infection? Cipro may do the trick, but there’s much to learn about this antibiotic. Read this for your dog’s sake!
Are you thinking of giving your dog Zantac for gastric problems or ulcers? First, the good news: Overdoses and allergic reactions are pretty rare. And, until recently, Zantac generally was not considered dangerous — but that all changed after Ranitidine Read More …
Providing Apoquel to an always itchy dog makes sense (now that supply issues have finally been resolved)! This FDA-approved medication was developed specifically for dogs and reviews are largely positive. Your vet may recommend Apoquel for excessive itchiness (the type Read More …