You probably wonder if it could hurt him to be barking that much. The short answer is yes – it can cause a sore throat and damage the dog’s vocal cords. In addition, the intense stress associated with prolonged barking can lead to a variety of behavioral issues. When you think of vocal cords, you … Read more
Parvovirus, or parvo, is a highly contagious viral infection that affects dogs and cats. It is one of the most common illnesses seen in young puppies and can be life-threatening if not caught and treated quickly. Vaccines are available to help protect against the virus, but this raises the question: can a dog still get … Read more
Some cats and dogs may experience seizures, tremors, and loss of coordination after using four flea and tick products. Officials from the Food and Drug Administration have received thousands of reports of adverse events linked to three products containing isoxazoline class drugs: Bravecto, Nexgard, and Simparica. This year, the organization approved Credelio, a fourth product … Read more
A dog with a spinal injury will often have trouble moving around normally. If your dog has a spinal injury, it may stagger drunkenly instead of walking with its normal ease. You may also notice a tendency for your dog to drag or shuffle its rear legs. Dogs are often called man’s best friend, and … Read more
Hello, my 6-month-old Chi (huahua) only has one testicle. What age would be ideal to wait to see if it will come down after I have him done? Hello Pam, and thanks for asking what age is ideal for castrating a dog with a retained testicle. I’ll begin by providing a brief overview of the … Read more
Can dogs and cats mate? No, cats and dogs are too different to mate and produce offspring. Even though different species sometimes can produce hybrids (like lions and tigers) they have to be very closely related and it just isn’t possible in the case of cats and dogs. We get this question a lot here … Read more
Toxicity can occur if a dog is given an excessive dose of the medication (10 to 20 times the recommended dose). Additionally, certain dogs are genetically hypersensitive to the medication. In these dogs, ivermectin can pass directly to the brain and be toxic or even lethal. Every pet owner has one main priority when it … Read more
Meloxicam is an nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug used to treat pain and inflammation in both humans and dogs. It is safe to give to dogs in the prescribed amount, but care should be taken to avoid overdose. Meloxicam overdose can cause stomach ulcers and kidney failure. It can be a pet parent’s worst nightmare when their … Read more
Being left alone for too long can cause a dog a great deal of stress and can trigger a seizure. On the flip side, a prolonged period of activity and excitement can also trigger a seizure. It is an unfortunate but true reality that dogs can have seizures, and it is important to be aware … Read more
It’s certainly possible for dogs to overdose on carprofen, and the outcome can be serious. Doses of 10 milligrams per pound or more tend to first cause severe vomiting, abdominal pain, and diarrhea. Left untreated, carprofen toxicity can lead to weakness, tremors, seizures, GI perforation, and kidney failure. Dogs, among other animals, are frequently treated … Read more