Thursday, September 6, 2012

Secret #43- one for you, one for me

My comments on Reader's Digest article "50 Secrets Your Vet Won't Tell You"

"Don't ever share your medicines with your pets unless your vet says it's OK. One Tylenol will likely kill a cat."

There are a few over the counter medications that are safe and effective for your pets. But nothing should ever be given without consulting your vet!

I spoke with someone recently who nearly lost her dog after giving Aleve over several days. The dog's pain was gone, but she required a blood transfusion after ulcerating her intestines.

Tylenol kills cats. Period. Doses of medications we might tell you are OK, like aspirin or benadryl, might be different from what you would think. Herbals need to be used with caution, too. Ask us. Really. We want you to have good information. We want you to...

Enjoy your pets!

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