Note: The above data reflects estimated care costs that we sourced from Petco and Tufts University. Keep in mind that actual pricing may vary depending on your location and your dog’s age and breed. Puppy Supplies and Food Puppy supplies and food make up about one-third of total first-year expenses, ranging from $587 to $2,135 — a wide range because puppy size and breed … [Read more...]
Seizures and Dogs: 4 Important Questions
Epilepsy in dogs is a common disease—thought to affect up to 1 in 20 dogs—and potentially life threatening.1 A useful working understanding is essential for the small animal practitioner. Editor’s Note: This article was originally published in 2014. Please use this content for reference or educational purposes, but note that it is not being actively vetted after publication. … [Read more...]
Suitical Recovery Suit for Dogs
Suitical Recovery Suit for Dogs The Recovery Suit from Suitical is a type of romper made from lightweight, breathable fabric. It is easy to put on, with press studs at the base of the tail. For incontinence or oestrus, a panty liner or pad can be inserted into the Recovery Suit. The Recovery Suit for dogs is also available in camouflage print. The Recovery Suit can be used for … [Read more...]
Benadryl For Dogs
The temptation to reach into our medicine cabinets to treat our pets can be dangerous. Humans and dogs react very differently to medications, which is why veterinarians caution dog owners against making independent decisions about how to medicate their animals. However, some human medications are safe for use with dogs, as long as they are used appropriately. Veterinarians use … [Read more...]
Up and Away Offers Tips to Keep Kids Safe From Medications
The campaign is part of a larger partnership known as the PROTECT (PRevention of Overdoses and Treatment Errors in Children Taskforce) Initiative, a collaborative effort that brings together public health agencies, private sector companies, medical professional organizations - including the AAFP - and other stakeholders. Together, these groups have devised a number of … [Read more...]
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What are poison ivy, poison oak, and poison sumac? Poison ivy, poison oak, and poison sumac are native American plants. These plants cause an allergic reaction in most people who are exposed to them. To be allergic to poison ivy, you must come in contact with the plant once for sensitization to the oils to happen. This means that next time contact with the plant happens, a … [Read more...]
Tips for Giving Medication to Your Pet
Giving your pet medication probably won’t be one of the highlights of your relationship. The best-case scenario is when you can hide the pill in a treat and they never even notice it. However, for many owners, the best-case scenario seems to occur much more infrequently than the more unpleasant alternative. “How to give your cat a pill in 20 easy steps” is a top Google hit. No … [Read more...]
What can you give a dog for pain relief?
Do Not Give Your Dog Human Medications You love your dog, and when you think they aren't feeling well or possibly hurt, it can be tempting to reach for medications that you find helpful in these situations, but it's important to resist this temptation. Before giving your dog any human medications it is essential to contact your vet for guidance. Many pain medications considered … [Read more...]
Out-of-hospital rescue medication in dogs with emergency seizure disorders: an owner perspective
1. IntroductionEmergency seizure disorders, including status epilepticus (SE) and cluster seizures (CS), are commonly presented in both primary and specialty practices. SE is defined as a seizure lasting ≥5 min or ≥ 2 seizures with incomplete recovery in between seizures. SE can occur in dogs with reactive seizures, idiopathic epilepsy, or structural epilepsy (1, 2). CS are … [Read more...]
10 things to check when choosing the best vet for your pet
Our pets are a part of our family, so making sure their health is well looked after is really important. Choosing a vet can feel like a huge task, with many different types and sizes of practice. But there are some useful factors to consider when choosing which is the best fit for you and your pet. 1. Location The majority of pet-owners choose their vet based on its location. … [Read more...]