Pet Health Articles
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Cetirizine is given by mouth and is used off-label to treat and prevent pruritus (itching) associated with atopic dermatitis, urticaria (hives), and insect bite reactions in cats and dogs. Give as directed. Side effects are uncommon but may include vomiting and increased salivation. Do not use it in pets that are allergic to it or hydroxyzine. If a negative reaction occurs, contact your veterinarian.
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Giving Pills to Cats
Administrar un comprimido a un gato puede ser extremadamente difícil …¡incluso para los veterinarios más experimentados! La manera más fácil es escondiendo la pastilla dentro de la comida. Normalmente, funciona mejor si la comida que se usa es muy gustosa para el gato, como atún, salmón, yogur o crema de queso.
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Corneal dystrophy is a term used to describe several conditions that occur in dogs and cause the corneas to become opaque. There are three major categories of corneal dystrophy: epithelial, stromal, and endothelial. Each is named by the anatomic location of the abnormal tissue and opacity.
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Cryosurgery is the application of extreme cold to destroy abnormal or diseased tissue. In animals, the technique is used to treat tumors in locations where conventional surgery would be difficult or impossible. Cryosurgery is sometimes also used for the removal of aberrant or extra eyelashes (distichiasis).
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Elizabethan Collars in Cats
Un collar isabelino (también conocido cómo campana) es un capuchón o cono de plástico que ayudará a proteger las lesiones y heridas de su gato de más daños. Estos collares previenen que el gato se lame o muerda las lesiones del resto de cuerpo, o se rasque con sus patas las zonas de la cara y cabeza.
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Treatment for Cushing’s disease using mitotane involves two phases: initiating phase and maintenance phase. Monitoring your dog’s food and water intake is very important. This handout provides detailed treatment instructions for dogs prescribed mitotane. Follow your veterinarian’s instructions carefully and report changes in your dog’s behavior to your veterinarian.
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New medications can help regulate blood glucose levels in cats, including once-daily oral medications bexagliflozin (Bexacat) and velagliflozin (Senvelgo). Cats in the initial stages of DM may benefit most from oral diabetes treatments. This article discusses how these medications work, potential risks, and monitoring required.
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Diarrhea in Cats
La diarrea ocurre cuando el gato elimina heces no formadas o heces líquidas. Generalmente se acompaña de un aumento del volumen de las heces y de la frecuencia de defecaciones. Esto ocurre porque por algún motivo se aumenta la velocidad en la que las heces pasan por los intestinos y se reduce la absorción de agua, nutrientes y electrolitos. La diarrea no es una enfermedad, es un síntoma que suele acompañar a diferentes enfermedades.
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Treatment for aggression toward unfamiliar dogs is available, and the outcome can be positive. An accurate medical and behavioral assessment is needed as treatment plans are designed based on the context and underlying motivation for the behavior. To start, management is used to prevent aggressive encounters. Behavior modification is always needed and may include desensitization, counterconditioning, and response substitution. Medication is sometimes used to lower anxiety and frustration.
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An E-collar or cone may be needed after your cat has surgery or if she has a wound. It can prevent your cat from licking their wound or scratching a wound on their head. Your cat should wear the E-collar following the directions provided by your veterinarian. You may need to make a few adjustments in your home to ensure your cat does not get stuck in confined spaces. It is not recommended to let your cat outdoors while she is wearing the collar. Also, you may need to adjust her feeding station to assist with eating. If your cat will not tolerate the E-collar, discuss other options with your veterinarian.