Sick 4 pound dogQ: I have a dog that is 4 pounds we went to the vet because he started throwing up and did so 7 times they ran 2 test gave him fluids and metronidazoleand sent us home an arm and a leg later they dont know whats wroung with him and he is still throwing up i am making him drink 3cc an hour of pedilite what else can we do or what A: Should have x ray to rule out obstruction. take him back to vet. if x ray already done and no obstructions can try a liquid dose of cimitidine(generic tagamet) at 10 mg twice to three times daily. if continues have bloodwork and stool recheck as well
Pain reliefQ: My terrier is somewhat overweight and her vet gave her a perscription called deramaxx 100mg. the last few days she has been in pain, because it seems at night she can't get comfortable. she runs from one place for a few seconds then another and she is licking her left rear paw. what can i give her for pain relief? thanks, laura jones A: Deramaxx 100mg is used for pain and inflammation. if your dog is suffering from pain while on this medication you should contact the veterinarian.
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RabiesQ: What are signs of a dog effected with rabies? A: Can have wide range from changes in behavior to suddenly aggressive or actually more affectionate to drooling, convulsions, heightened neurologic sensitivity, etc. most of time transmitted by bite of infected animal such as skunk or raccoon or bat being most common
Metacam & diabatisQ: We had blood work done on our schnauser about 60 days ago and it showed a glucose level of 149. after noting signs of diabetis, we did the blood work over again and the level had gone to 476. during this same period we started him on metacam for arthritis. do you think there is a relationship between the metacam and the full-blown diabetis in so short a time. thanks nt. A: None that i am aware of.
PreventionQ: Do all dogs need it? how do i begin treatment A: Your journey would include a trip to your veterinarian for a test to see if your dog(s) are heartworm negative. if so, ask for a prescription so we can fill and ship the product to your house.
