What dosage to buyQ: My oldest son is allergic to flea bites so we keep our indoor cats completely free of insects. we just got a new puppy fully equipted with ticks. we are planning to take her camping in a few weeks and don't know what to get. she is just over 9 pounds at 9 weeks old and going to be a big dog. around 65 pounds. what type of product should we get for her and what dosage to look for, the current weight or the weight she will become? A: Any product you use would have to be for her current weight at the time of application. we suggest using frontline plus and a tick collar if you are going into an area known to have ticks.
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Difference between heartguard & heartguard plusQ: What is the difference between heartguard and heartguard plus? thanks. stella furjanic A: Both products will give your dog protection against heartworm disease. the plus product adds protection against the most common of intestinal worms.
Heart wormQ: I want a pill form to give every 6 months is there one A: There is no pill form that will give your pet 6 month protection.|we do have once a month products.
Skin so soft? do you mean the oil?Q: I've been reading about the skin so soft recommendation and i am looking for the avon product. do you mean the skin-so-soft original moisturizing bath oil? or do you mean the bug repellant? thank you! and it's 1.5 ounces and mix with 1/2 gallon of water right? A: It is 1.5 ounces in 1/2 to 1 gallon of water, and then apply as leave on rinse or dip. it is their original skin so soft formula. i would see avon salesperson for more details
How toxic to humans is this treatment?Q: I am very alergic to insecticides and have a doberman that aparently has mites (demodex). the d;og's treatments could include mitaban, ivermectin, milbecin and antibacterial shampoo. can you please tell me if any of these contain pyrythrin or any similar agents that i am very alergic to? thanks, bob kindorf A: Because you have an allergy to pyrethrins, you may also have a cross-allergy to related products. for this reason, you should wear rubber or vinyl gloves, and a face mask whenever you are handling the products. also check with your personal physician for further recommendations.
Rx for small dogsQ: I have a 5# yorkie who is 8 yrs old and has been diagnosed with hip displasia. we were offered surgery. i take glucosomine and was wondering which otc meds you would reccomend and how much for such a small dog, also can i give it to my other two yorkies to prevent later problems? thank you, linda ferrara, del mar, ca A: It's a safe product for any adult dog prone to hip, bone, and joint problems. it is our super joint enhancer. it is a soft, chewable, liver-flavored tablets. give them a half tablet daily for about 6 weeks, and then cut down to a quarter tablet.
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Frontline plusQ: We have a 130 lb rottweiler, she is pregnant. we also have a 30 lb dog. i normally keep them treated with frontline plus. i had heard about advantix. i am wondering if that is the best thing? i had spoke to someone about the advantix and they said the frontline for our 130 lb would need 2 different weight ranges of product, that the largest one is only up to 100 lbs. due to cost, if this is the case, we may have to stick with the frontline plus. please advise me. thanks! A: I would check with 1800petmeds pharmacist about dosing. please dont use any of them if dog is pregnant
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Hair lossQ: Our choc. lab has minor hair loss around his eyes with a small spot of scabbing/abrasions. he also exhibits a small amount of hair loss on the knuckles, not sure if this is in relation to the eyes. he is an indoor dog that does not dig or rub on concrete. i know cats can exhibit the hairloss around the eyes due to parasite's. would this be the same with dogs? or can dogs have allergies? he seems to sneeze a good bit at times, nothing continually, rub at his face and have a very wet nose. thanks for your time and consideration. A: Sounds more like allergies to me. i would try oral benadryl at dose of 1/2 to 1 mg per pound twice daily as well as add brite coat xs and prozyme to each meal from 1800petmeds which can help skin long term. but should have allergy workup at vet
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