There are a number of dog breeds that have had adverse reactions to ivermectin, loperamide (immodium) and other drugs. Researchers at the Veterinary Clinical Pharmacology Laboratory at Washington State University have discovered the gene which causes multi-drug sensitivity in dogs. The multi-drug resistance drug, MDR1 has mutated in some dogs. The result is an inability […]
Unlike cats, dogs can manage a few days of not eating without suffering ill effects. The reason for not eating could be as simple as an upset stomach or a more serious condition. If your dog refuses to eat for more than 2 or 3 days, take him/her to the vet for a examination. Sometimes […]
Fish generally need to be fed once a day. They should not be overfed and shouldn’t miss meals either. If you are on vacation and away from your aquarium, one solution is to use an automatic feeder. An automatic feeder should not be used to feed your fish on a regular basis, since it can’t […]
