Ways to keep your fur babies safe from accidental ingestions of medications within the home. Our four-legged family members are curious and mischievous by nature. Unfortunately, medications become the subject of this curiosity when left within reach. Veterinarians often treat pets that have accidentally ingested medications within the home. To keep your pets healthy and…
Dogs tend to be high energy and have a lively nature to them, which can result in bumps, cuts, and bruises. If your dog has a cut, scrape, or burn your first thought may be to reach for the Neosporin since it is used to treat humans. Rule of thumb – always consult your veterinarian…
There are many different medications for humans and animals to help manage epilepsy or seizures. One medication is potassium (or sodium) bromide. If your dog accidentally ingests too much of their own medication or another pet’s medication, it can result in bromide poisoning. When pets accidentally ingest any medication, the first thing a pet parent…
Phenylpropanolamine (also known as PPA) is a commonly prescribed veterinary medication, typically used in older spayed female dogs to treat urinary incontinence. If your vet has prescribed PPA for your pet, you can rest assured it is a safe medication when given at the indicated therapeutic dose. However, if your pet accidentally ingests an overdose…
Phenylpropanolamine (PPA) is a commonly prescribed medication in veterinary medicine. It is used to treat urinary incontinence, primarily in older, spayed female dogs. Phenylpropanolamine is considered to be a safe medication at therapeutic doses however, poisoning may be seen at higher doses. Typically, mild clinical signs may be seen with ingested doses slightly above the…
