Saving Pets
Is Bravecto spot-on safe for dogs? Is Bravecto Safe? Bravecto is FDA-approved and proven safe and effective for dogs who weigh at least 4.4 pounds and cats who weigh at least 2.6 pounds. It’s also approved for puppies and kittens who are at least six months old. Many vets recommend Bravecto to their patients.
What antibiotic ointment can I use on my dog? A good basic choice for an antibiotic cream for dogs is a cream that contains either neomycin or bacitracin. Both of these ingredients are typically safe for dogs and are easily found over the counter in a wide variety of stores.
Can I give my dog cooked bacon? Should Dogs Eat Bacon? As with any food, it’s all about moderation. Giving your dog small amounts of cooked bacon infrequently should not cause harm, but there are much healthier human food alternatives. Just because a food isn’t acutely toxic to a dog, doesn’t mean they should indulge in it.
What yogurt can dogs eat? Delaney recommends that pet parents choose plain, unflavored, non-or low-fat yogurt. Both Greek and regular yogurt are fine for healthy dogs, he says, but warns that pet owners should choose a yogurt brand carefully, as some types contain ingredients that can be harmful to pets.
Is masticatory myositis fatal in dogs? Masticatory myositis can be fatal as the dog cannot open its mouth to eat or drink properly. If the disease goes untreated or it has progressed to the point that most of the muscle fibers of the jaw have been replaced by fibrous tissue, this disease is not curable.
How much chickpeas can dogs eat? Consider feeding chickpeas or chickpea-based treats once a week to avoid potential gassiness and to ensure that they don’t consume too much fiber. Start with a tablespoon of the legume for smaller dogs, or two tablespoons for large breeds.
Can dogs take Imodium for diarrhea? The Merck Veterinary Manual recommends a dose of 0.1-0.2 mg/kg [0.05-0.1 mg/lb]. For convenience, one 2 mg capsule or tablet of Imodium can be given per 50 pounds of body weight. Cut it in half for a dog that weighs around 25 pounds and always use the liquid form of Imodium for dogs under 20 pounds.
Is it safe for dogs to eat pizza crust? The good news is that a small piece of pizza crust won’t do any real harm either. If your dog likes the taste, there’s no problem with giving them a bite. But the key – just as with human diets – is moderation. Pizza crusts contain a whole pile of empty calories.
What does Vetmedin do for a dog? Pimobendan (brand name: Vetmedin®) is a heart medication used to treat dogs with congestive heart failure (CHF), usually caused by either dilated cardiomyopathy or valvular insufficiency. Its use in cats to treat heart failure is ‘off label’ or ‘extra label’.
Which dog breed is most like a wolf?
Dog breeds that look like wolves
Siberian Husky. The striking looks of Siberian Huskies have made them one of the most recognisable canines out there.
Alaskan Malamute. Another strong-headed dog that looks like a wolf, the Alaskan Malamute is just as handsome as the Husky.
German Shepherd.
Swedish Vallhund.
Samoyed.