There is no safe ibuprofen (Advil) dosage for dogs. It is dangerous. In fact, even Tylenol and aspirin can be unsafe. Here’s what you need to know.
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How to Give Medicine to a Cat (Yes, Even to a Difficult Cat)
Hard truth: There is no “one technique” that enables all people to give pills to all cats. Here’s my best advice.
How Veterinarians Are Handling the Opioid Crisis
Veterinarians have to be extra vigilant these days in how they prescribe controlled drugs to pets in need of pain relief.
6 Common Items That Can Kill Your Cat
Keep your cat safe and do your homework on these common — and potentially dangerous — household items.
Are Bravecto or Nexgard Safe to Use on Your Dog?
These flea and tick preventives are chewable alternatives to spot-on treatments. But are they safe? Here’s why we’re concerned about them.
How Do You Know If Your Pet’s Meds Are Authentic?
Buying pet medicine off the gray market may seem cheaper in the short term, but in doing so, you may be sacrificing the health and well-being of your pet.
“Natural” Drugs Can Have Deadly Consequences for Your Pet
Keep your pets and other family members safe by locking up your “natural” over-the-counter supplements along with your prescription drugs.
Don’t Ask Your Vet to Bend the Rules for Your Pet
When you ask me to falsify your pet’s health records or prescribe meds for a pet I haven’t seen, you’re asking me to put my veterinary license on the line.
What’s in Your Pet Medicine Cabinet?
Here’s some advice on sorting out expired meds and unlabeled bottles — plus, 4 common medications you should always keep on hand.
