Neutering and the anethisiaQ: My 10 month old shiba-inu was neutered a month ago. he still doesn't want to play with the other dogs, as he use to enjoy so much prior to the neuter. is this normal? also, since he was neutered, he is constantly chewing on his feet and scratching profusely. he has been allergy tested (atopy) and is now on a hypoallergetic food trial. it's just weird that this started right after being neutered. is it possible that he had a allergic reaction to the anethisia used when he was neutered? thanks, A: No but there is a new syndrome that university of pa vet school characterized known as male castration syndrome that occurs as result of neutering and can actually look like allergies!!! therapeutic trials with low doses of testosterone is how it is treated and diagnosed
Dog weights and front lineQ: I have a 175lb great dane, i am switching her from atvantage to frontline. the computer says 89+ lbs but the package says 89 - 134 lbs will this work on her. thank you A: No, you will need a additional strength because of her size. you would add a "medium" size tube in addition.
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My dog breath stinksQ: My dogs, pal,mollie & sadie breaths stinks what can i do. i already try the breath tablets ain't working help please. A: Any pet with bad breath should be examined by a veterinarian, unless you know it is caused by something the pet ate. some causes of bad breath can cause severe and even fatal complications, if not treated promptly.
Distemper and kennel coughQ: Can i give my dog both of these shots at the same time and should i give him the parvo shot also? A: Vaccine recommendations should be made after examining the pet. i suggest consulting your veterinarian for a recommendation.
VomitingQ: Is it okay to give a dog (golden retriever 65lbs) pepto, or is pepcid better. how many tabs to i give her. thank you julie A: |i would avoid pepto due to fact it contains salacylic acid which is aspirin that can be hard on stomach. try pepcid ac at dose of 1/2 mg per pound once to twice daily. if persists, see vet
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Testing for heartwormsQ: My question relates to the amount of time it takes to get a positive or negative result from a heartworm test.i recently had my dog (jack russel terrier mix) tested for heartworms. within 10 minutes after drawing a blood sample, the vet came back with a positive diagnosis for heartworms. how long does it take to get results? A: Usually run in office and can be told in a few minutes. however i always like to confirm in office positive test with test at outside lab as i have seen many false positives over years.
Cutting nails on active dogsQ: We have two min pins and they don't like for us to cut their nails. what do you suggest to accomplish cutting their nails? thanks A: You could get low dose sedative from vet known as acepromazine to use when you need to cut nails
Lab can't rise from laying positionQ: My just turned 15 year, 74 pound female lab suddenly was not able to rise from a laying position and had trouble maintaining position when urinating. she had been on 50 mg deramax for general stiffness. the vet recopmmended steroid medication at 20mg 2x day for 5 days. i am concerned that weight gain and frequent urination side effects will exacerbate her condition. doing research, i see deramax recommended dose is 1.8 mg/pound, so she was severly underdosed. i also see deramax is indicated for orthopedic surgery pain, which she did not have. i also see there are several nsaids that are indictaded for joint problems, arthritis etc. i have decided to increase the deramax befgore going to the steroid, but do you recommend another nsaid? A: I actually prefer this one. |dont increase drug dosages on your own without checking with vet who knows your dog. i also would add supplements like super joint enhancer from 1800petmeds to food as well as prozyme and brite coat xs as source of omega 3 fatty acids. also consider proanthocyanidins from health food store at dose of 50 mg twice daily as well as vitamin e at dose of 400iu daily and vitamin c in form of ester c at dose of 1000 mg twice daily. no steroids. see different vet
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DachshundQ: I have a male, dapple dachshund, and he has alot of problems with his anal glands. i recently to him to the vet, and had them express his glands, which were very full at the time. it has been a couple of weeks, and he is still scooting, and has recently starting scratching alot. i checked for fleas, and ticks, but found nothing. my question is, could this be something else??? usually, as soon as he start scooting, it is his anal glands, this time, even though, they were full, he is still doing the same thing. please help....thank you, gena bonds A: Could be allergies. make sure no fleas with good flea comb of coat especially lower back and inspection of groin. also could be inhalent allergies or less likely food allergies which can cause this. some dogs also can have parasites like tapeworms which cause anal scooting so have stool checked out. in meantime try oral benadryl at dose of 1/2 mg per pound twice daily and try adding some extra fiber to his diet to help anal sac emptying such as a teaspoon or two of metamucil or canned pumpkin
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TicksQ: What is the best or correct way to remove ticks from my dog i've heard to burn them off thanks A: You can use a medium sized flat tweezer, or a gadget sold to remove them. grasp the tick around the head area being careful not to crush it, and slowly pull it out. treat the wound and surrounding area with an antiseptic.
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