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 […]
The American Animal Hospital Association Canine Vaccination Task Force has issued new guidelines in 2011 for vaccinations. They recommend that vaccinations for Distemper, Parvovirus and Adenovirus can now be administered every 3 years instead of annually. The task force also said that distemper and parvo vaccines provide at least 5 year immunities and adenovirus vaccine […]
There are different reasons for some cats to show aggression. Aggression can be due to a medical problem, fear, territorial, play, petting or pain induced, predatory or maternal. It’s important to determine in what circumstances your cat shows aggression along with the type. First, take your cat to your vet for a thorough physical examination […]
