Advertisements Bladder stones in dogs can be a frightening issue, especially since a traditional veterinarian would probably advise surgery as the best course of action. If your dog has a serious condition, that could sometimes be the case. Other times, your veterinarian might suggest alternative remedies. However, there are some circumstances where you can treat yourContinue reading “Home Remedies for Bladder Stones in Dogs”
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Side Effects of Prednisone for Dogs
Advertisements Increased thirst and hunger, panting, a loss of energy, vomiting, and/or skin infections are all possible side effects of prednisone for dogs. Keep an eye out for any of these symptoms if your dog has been taken prednisone, especially in the first few days. Because each dog will react differently to the steroid, youContinue reading “Side Effects of Prednisone for Dogs”
Alternatives to Benadryl for Dogs
Advertisements Benadryl for dogs is a commonly provided over-the-counter medication. Perhaps you do too. Almost anything can benefit from it, according to conventional veterinarians. Your veterinarian will probably recommend Benadryl if you ask him about allergies, nervousness, motion sickness, or reverse sneezing. Many dog owners consider Benadryl to be a quick treatment for a varietyContinue reading “Alternatives to Benadryl for Dogs”
A Pill for Canine Lymphoma: Laverdia for Dogs
Advertisements Laverdia for dogs is a pill that can help treat lymphoma in dogs. Laverdia is a new treatment, so we don’t have all the answers to questions yet, but future research will resolve those over time. For now, it’s definitely something to discuss and look into. While lymphoma is one of the more treatable canine cancers, we are continuously on the search for new medicines that can help the unfortunate dogs that either do not respond to present treatments or do not have access to them due to financial or geographical constraints. What Laverdia Is Laverdia Ca-1 (verdinexor) wasContinue reading “A Pill for Canine Lymphoma: Laverdia for Dogs”
Metronomic Chemotherapy in Dogs
Advertisements Metronomic chemotherapy in dogs is a relatively recent type of chemotherapy that employs low doses of oral (pulse) chemotherapy administered on a regular basis. The chemotherapy is provided at lower doses than traditional chemotherapy since it is given every day or every other day, resulting in a lower toxicity profile. Because of the lowerContinue reading “Metronomic Chemotherapy in Dogs”
Herbal Antibiotics for Dogs
Advertisements The antibiotic penicillin is often referred to as a “wonder drug.” Prior to its discovery, people perished from minor injuries and infections. Minor scrapes and cuts were infected. Common illnesses like strep throat and pneumonia wreaked havoc on the body. Penicillin and other modern antibiotics can undoubtedly save lives. Their use, however, has comeContinue reading “Herbal Antibiotics for Dogs”
Questions at Your First Vet Visit
Advertisements You have now narrowed down who you want to work with to one to three veterinarians. When you arrive at your appointment for the first vet visit, you’ll want to absorb as much information as possible. Questions you may want to ask yourself include: Was the clinic easy to get to?What’s the parking like?HowContinue reading “Questions at Your First Vet Visit”
Finding a Veterinarian for Dog Cancer
Advertisements If you have decided to opt into some type of treatment, or you are considering treatment, you’ll want to look for a veterinary oncologist. If you don’t have one near you or you are unsure, you can still request a consultation. What is a Veterinary Oncologist? Veterinary oncologists are extremely knowledgeable in conventional veterinaryContinue reading “Finding a Veterinarian for Dog Cancer”
Intestinal Cancer in Dogs
Advertisements The abnormal proliferation and dysregulated replication of cells anywhere throughout the intestinal tract, which includes the small and large intestines, results in intestinal cancer in dogs. The duodenum, jejunum, and ileum are the three different parts of the small intestine. The cecum, colon, and rectum are the three different parts of the large intestine.Continue reading “Intestinal Cancer in Dogs”
Pros and Cons of Chemo for Dogs
Advertisements Chemotherapy is the use of chemical compounds to destroy cancer cells or prevent them from replicating. Chemotherapy is used to target and kill rapidly replicating cells. It does so by attacking certain cellular processes (such as DNA replication) or by disrupting other cellular functions that are required for cell replication. Cancer is a conditionContinue reading “Pros and Cons of Chemo for Dogs”