NSAIDS (non-steroidal anti-inflammatories) have their place in the treatment of pain as long as some guidelines are followed. It’s important to be aware that when prescribed with other drugs such as corticosteroids, digoxin, furosamide, phenytoin, oral anticoagulants, other NSAIDS including aspirin, sulfonamides, phenobarbital and some cancer drugs, adverse reactions can occur. Always keep your veterinarian […]
If you’ve ever been licked by a cat, you’ve experienced the roughness of the tongue, almost like sandpaper. A cat’s tongue is covered with barbs called papillae that face backwards and cause the rough sensation. The barbs are made of seratin, a substance found in human fingernails. The barbs serve a number of purposes. Cats […]
REDIRECT Siberian Husky The Alaskan Husky is not considered by all as a separate breed of dog, but as part of the Spitz types. The Alaskan is very similar to the Siberian Husky but it is usually leaner than its relative. The Alaskan weighs 44-66 lbs. and is 23-26 inches tall. The eyes are generally […]
