Dramamine for Dogs
Dramamine, a brand name for the drug dimenhydrinate, is an antihistamine that is used off-label in many dogs for vestibular problems, including carsickness and...
Can Dogs Eat Acorns?
Some dogs love to eat acorns. But acorns are dangerous to dogs in a variety of ways including choking, gastrointestinal upset, and splintering.
Can Dogs Have Imodium for Diarrhea?
Dogs can be given Imodium to treat diarrhea, but dogs with the MDR1 mutation should not be given Imodium, as they will struggle to metabolize it. Too high a dose for the dog's size can also cause complications.
What Foods Are Toxic To Dogs?
There are many foods that are toxic to dogs. Watch what your dog eats, and if you’re not sure and see signs of poisoning, get to a veterinarian immediately or call a poison control center.
Dog Sniffing Food But Not Eating
If your dog normally has a good appetite, but suddenly stops eating his food, you should be concerned. However, if your dog is always a picky, slow eater, and he goes on strike for a meal or two, there is usually nothing urgent to be worried about.
My Dog Is Acting Normal but Not Eating
If your dog won’t eat, you have a small window of time to evaluate the situation, The better you know your dog, the easier it is to decide if it is something serious or just a phase.
Bad Breath in Dogs
Bad breath, whether sudden or chronic, can be a sign of illness in dogs.
Getting a Dog Fecal Sample for Internal Parasite Testing
A dog fecal sample for internal parasite testing is critical to determining effective treatment for your dog. Stool samples can also provide other vital information about your dog's health.
What to Give a Dog for an Upset Stomach
The simplest, safest remedy for vomiting is one of the hardest: A 24-hour fast. (Note: This does not apply if your dog is a puppy or diabetic.) Not feeding your dog when he looks at you with those big, beautiful eyes is hard to resist.
My Dog Ate a Frog (or Was It a Toad?)
If your dog swallows a toad or frog immediately flush the dogs mouth with running water to reduce poison ingestion and contact your vet or poison control.
Can Dogs Eat Turkey?
You can share your Thanksgiving turkey with your dog. However, be aware of any additional ingredients you've use in cooking the turkey to avoid causing stomach upset or worse in your dog.
Are Antlers Safe for Dogs?
The biggest risk for dogs from chewing on antlers is broken teeth. Antlers can also splinter and damage a dogs digestive track, or block it.
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