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Dog Behavior Problems: House Soiling
Hay muchas razones por las que un perro puede ensuciar la casa con orina o heces. Determinar la razón específica es esencial para desarrollar un programa de tratamiento eficaz.
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Bone Diseases of Growing Dogs
Una cojera es una alteración de la marcha y su causa más frecuente es la aparición de dolor en alguna extremidad. Dado que los cachorros y los perros jóvenes son por naturaleza muy activos, la mayoría de las cojeras son transitorias y desaparecen rápidamente con restricción del ejercicio.
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Proparacaine ophthalmic is a topical anesthetic (numbing agent) used in the eyes before diagnostic procedures and as an adjunctive anesthetic for eye surgeries in cats, dogs, and other animals. This medication is used off label in veterinary medicine and comes in a liquid drop form.
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Psyllium combination supplements (e.g., DiaGel®) are used in cats and dogs to help control diarrhea and constipation. They contain psyllium seed husks and other natural products that help restore normal bowel movements. Psyllium combination supplements come in powder and liquid gel form (pre-measured syringes).
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Psyllium fiber capsules (brand name Vetasyl®) are fiber supplements used in cats and dogs to help promote bowel health. Vetasyl contains psyllium seed husks and barley malt extract powder contained in gelatin capsules.
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Pulsed electromagnetic field (PEMF) therapy is the use of a generated electromagnetic field to affect changes in tissues of the body. PEMF is believed to have beneficial pain-relieving and healing effects but definitive clinical evidence or a positive benefit is currently lacking. Potential benefits and contraindications are discussed.
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Life with puppies is complicated, and all puppies will sometimes do things their owners find problematic. Using management, planning, supervision, and positive reinforcement for the right behaviors will help puppies succeed, and owners better enjoy their companions.
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Pyothorax occurs when pus or inflammatory fluids collect in the space around the lungs causing fever, anorexia, lethargy, and difficulty breathing. It is diagnosed through history, physical exam, radiographs, and thoracocentesis. Treatment with oral antibiotics is essential and may involve repeated thoracocentesis or the placement of a chest drain.
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Pyrethrins + piperonyl butoxide + bicycloheptene dicarboximide otic (brand name Otomite Plus®) is a medication used to treat ear mites in dogs and cats older than 12 weeks of age. Pyrethrins + piperonyl butoxide + bicycloheptene dicarboximide otic comes in a liquid drop form. It is highly toxic to aquatic species and toxic to cats if ingested.
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Pyrimethamine is an antiprotozoal tablet given by mouth and used off-label to treat certain parasitic infections. Common side effects include vomiting, low appetite, tiredness, and low blood cell counts. Cats are more likely to have more severe side effects. Pregnant women should handle this medication carefully.
