Are you trying to help your dog deal with anxiety? As you know, lots of human medications are quite dangerous which obviously makes them a bad option. So what is the best way to reduce an animal’s anxiety? The answer Read More …
Iron is essential for dogs too! Are you wondering if your buddy may need supplementation? Here’s the deal: Iron deficiency is not common though it’s certainly possible. Sometimes it is a sign of an underlying medical problem. The vast majority 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 …
Are you wondering if human ear drops are safe for dogs? It’s a great question. Let’s get right to it… First, there’s obviously a huge difference between routine cleaning of your dog’s ears and treatment for an infection. Your vet 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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
Let’s get right to it — first the good news: Veterinarians do use Gabapentin. This drug is primarily given to help dogs with chronic pain, but it is also prescribed for seizure-prone animals. With that being said, you should never Read More …