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How long will Great Dane puppy be in pain for after ear cropping?

admin — Mon, 05 Sep 2011 16:54:31 +0000

Puppy will be 12 weeks old when cropped. Will puppy be bandaged right away or will they come home with just splints? And what pain medication did your vets prescribe for your puppy?

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My 2 month old puppy has Kennel Cough, what can I do to make him get better?

admin — Sat, 03 Sep 2011 01:55:06 +0000

I took him to the vet who confirmed it was Kennel Cough. He gave me some Amoxicillin liquid and told me to have him rest and sleep as much as possible.

Is there anything I can do to help him beat this quicker and get better?

Personal experience anyone?
Thanks for pointing out the obvious torbaynewfs. I’m looking for someone who may have had some personal experience with this and might have some knowledge about this virus.
torbaynewfs – I have actually never delt with Kennel Cough the whole time I have owned dogs (23 years). I’ve heard it is very common, but I have personally never dealt with it (luckily), until now. I just wanted some feedback as to how others dealt with it. Of course I’m going to listen to the doctor (that’s why I went there!) and give him his medication but I wanted to hear personal experience from other dog/puppy owners. I don’t plan on giving him any other medication then what the doctor has prescribed, but maybe other people have a few tricks or tips on how to make the virus go away sooner or at least how to make my puppy as comfortable as he can be until he can beat this thing.

You don’t need to be rude. I’m only trying to do what’s best for my puppy so he doesn’t get something worse or deadly like pneumonia or parvo. Sheesh.

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Is it safe to purchase pet medication online? All responses/experiences welcome!?

admin — Fri, 02 Sep 2011 06:42:08 +0000

My vet has been charging me per six month supply of Revolution for my two small pets (prevents heartworms & flea/tick infestation). This equates to 6 per year for both animals. I found the same medication, I think, online at Joe’s Pet Meds for per six month supply w/ free shipping. This would equate to a savings of 6 per year, which I think is pretty substantial. I looked into several online retailers and I thought this one looked like the most reputable although it is located in Austrailia… I know I can’t be charged with a crime as this type of pet medication is available over the counter. Any help is appreciated. Thanks.
Guess I could mention that this is a "topical" treatment. You just drip it on the pet’s skin once a month. Thanks.

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How to treat a cat for ringworm?

admin — Tue, 30 Aug 2011 20:17:41 +0000

I’ve found a stray cat and it turns out that she has ringworm, I just wanted a few questions clarified please.

1. What type of medication can you use to treat this in a cat. Is it topical or a pill?

2. Will washing your hands thoroughly kill the fungus and keep it from spreading to you after you’ve handled the cat?

3. How long could this treatment last?

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Should I keep this cat? Read all details please?

admin — Tue, 23 Aug 2011 19:13:26 +0000

Well all growing up I loved animals and I still do! I had a special bond with each of my pets. While a teenager I got a horse and took excellent care of it. I got quite into the equestrian thing. Horses were like therapy to me. But then my horse colliced. It broke my heart. I was devastated. I hardened my heart and never wanted to get that attached to an animal again.

I also have some mental issues. I have a history of destroying property and hurting my younger sister once (not severely) when I was around 12. But then I got on meds and it was like night and day! I did not have those physical aggression issues anymore. My dad and his family have a history of mental issues as well so I guess genetics played a factor.

So anyways 9 years later I decided I wanted to get off my meds. I was sick of being dependent on a medication. I slowly went down and then later completely went off of them. I did this on my own. I did not have health insurance so therefore no doctor or counselor.

While either not taking the correct dosage or not being on my medication I committed animal abuse. I flushed some unwanted live fish. I was irresponsible and would get pets only to rehome them and get new pets. I was being obsessive.

I had a couple cats but I had to move to a familys place. No cats were allowed due to allergies. I really wanted to keep the cats. I asked this family member but they said no. I could not keep them. I did not know anyone who wanted cats. I did not know craigslist existed at the time.

So not wanting the cats to be euthanized at the local pound, I let them go in a good neighborhood. There was a stream near by and outdoor cats around.

But afterwards I felt so bad! I was worried noone would find them or that they would starve or get run over. I went back to find the cats the next day. I did find the one and was so happy. I did the right thing and took him to the pound. The other one I never could find.

I do not know what I was thinking. I was not thinking straight! I did not realize how serious animal abaondonment is. I needed to grow up and start respecting life. I was a immature 21 year old and had mental issues but still. It was very wrong. I felt so guilty. I thought about suicide. I felt I was a horrible scum of a person.

I decided I needed to change big time. I got back on my meds and take them responsibily. Donated to the ASPCA. I started small as far as taking care of life goes. I got some new fish and took care of them successfully. I promised myself never to flush live fish or abandon again! I also promised myself to never get pets without committing to them for life!

I never could bring myself to get another pet other than fish. I thought I did not deserve them.

But one day this cat walked into my apartment while the door was open for a minute. She has a microchip but her owners have not contacted the microchip company. It has almost been two weeks and tomorrow they can transfer ownership to me. She was abandoned and needs a home. I am falling in love with her and think I am ready to be a good, responsible pet owner. I know I can do it and I have my husband to help me if needed. I am looking for opinions though. Though I do not know if I can part with her. I am opening my heart up again and learning alot. I hardened my heart after having to put my horse down. But I realize its okay to love an animal so much again.

This seems like a second chance to me. She literally came into my life and needs a home. All the no kill shelters in my city are full.

Please be respectful. Thanks!
Yes it is true! She has a home again microchip. They have tried calling the owners multiple times. One number was disconnected and the other number noone answered. I even took her to two different vet offices to douple check her microchip number!!

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pet insurance annual limits???

admin — Sun, 14 Aug 2011 16:12:26 +0000

I am planning to get my 5 months old puppy his pet insurance. I am looking into Petplan, Petfirst, and Embrace Pet Insurance. Just wondering if anyone has their pets under these insurance companies and would love to comment on them. Also I am planning to get him the basic plan. Most annual limits are 00 to 000. Do you think 00 for the little guy would be enough? He’s been pretty healthy. He did get a nasal infection that cost me 0 with medication. From this incident, I am a bit worry for anything unpredictable illness that will pop up in these next few years. Can anyone tell me what is their coverage limit for their pet insurances?
i have a samoyed/chow chow mix. i just a student working part time. i’ve been thinking about getting insurance since i don’t want any unexpected illness/surgery happening where i have to put my entire life saving into saving my dog. i rather have the insurance cover this.

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Can i take the unused portion of my pets meds?

admin — Sun, 14 Aug 2011 11:30:28 +0000

My pet was prescribed eye drops for an eye infection and the prescription is fairly recent. I developed, what i believe, to be the same such infection. I cannot drive due to the infection and i live alone so i cant get to the doctor or the pharmacy. Please tell me if it is allright to take the eye medication i all ready have on hand.

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How long after getting my make cat neutered until i can give him a flea bath?

admin — Thu, 28 Jul 2011 19:12:23 +0000

All of my cats have developed terrible flea infestations. My male cat was neutered ten days ago, and i’ve read that you can give them baths ater 7 days. When can I give him a flea bath? and when can I put a flea collar on him also?
Don’t tell me to ask my vet, get medication or any of that buisness. Answer what I asked.

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What kind of pet medication does your pet take and how much is it monthly?

admin — Fri, 15 Jul 2011 16:12:23 +0000

Just curious. Does anyone have pet insurance or some type of plan that gives you a discount on medication for your animal?

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Lyme Disease Joint Pain- What are the options?

admin — Wed, 13 Jul 2011 08:17:45 +0000

I suffer from long term lyme disease. The joint pains can be overwhelming. I was wondering if anyone has ever been prescribed painkillers or any other type of medication to deal with the aches and joint pains associated with Lyme

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