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Open post Treating Insect Stings on Dogs

Treating Insect Stings on Dogs

By Dr. Debora Lichtenberg, VMDAug 19, 2020August 20, 2020

Treating insect stings on dogs requires a few household items and a lot of love. Relieve your dog from painful bites or stings with these helpful hints.

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Are Bravecto or Nexgard Safe to Use on Your Dog?

By Dr. Debora Lichtenberg, VMDMay 30, 2018June 3, 2020

These flea and tick preventives are chewable alternatives to spot-on treatments. But are they safe? Here’s why we’re concerned about them.

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The Safest Way to Remove Ticks From Your Pet

By Dr. Pippa Elliott, BVMS, MRCVSJun 3, 2016June 3, 2020

A botched tick-removal job can seriously damage your pet’s health. Be safe and do it right the first time.

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Don’t Let Your Dog Chew a Tick Collar — Especially If It Contains Amitraz

By Dr. Pippa Elliott, BVMS, MRCVSMar 9, 2015September 26, 2019

Anti-tick products containing amitraz are safe when used correctly, but if your dog chews his tick collar, seek prompt veterinary treatment.

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How Using the Wrong Flea Meds Can Harm Your Cat

By Dr. Debora Lichtenberg, VMDApr 24, 2013February 4, 2019

Make the mistake of putting certain DOG flea products on your cat, and you could cause neurologic signs, seizures, coma, even death.

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Ticks on Dogs Can Cause Lyme Disease and Other Horrible Conditions

By Dr. Debora Lichtenberg, VMDJun 13, 2012June 3, 2020

Ticks are extremely difficult to control and prevent, even with the most effective products. Get the info, including the truth versus myths.

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