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Here is some handy information to help keep your pet healthy and you the center of the universe. Please remember the health tips here are only suggestions. Contact your vet if your pet needs a vaccination or has a health problem. Your vet is your pet's second best friend.

Vaccinations your pets may need

These are general recommendations to give pet owners an idea of their responsibilities, always check with your vet to see what is recommended in your area. The source for this information is the Doctors Foster & Smith catalogue and should be used as a guide to help you talk to your veterinarian.

DOGS

Vaccination:

Age:

Parvovirus

5 Weeks

Combination vaccine against canine distemper, hepatitis, adenovirus cough, parainfluenza and parvovirus without leptospirosis*

6, 8, 10, 12 Weeks

Combination vaccine against canine distemper, hepatitis, adenovirus cough, parainfluenza,parvovirus and both leptospirosis types

14, 16, 18 Weeks

Use combination vaccine against canine distemper, hepatitis, adenovirus cough, parainfluenza,parvovirus and both leptospirosis types

Adult (annual booster)

 

Lyme where a problem

12 and 15 weeks, then yearly.

Rabies

 

first at 4 months
booster in 1 year
then every 3 years

* Leptospirosis is a relatively rare disease that affects few dogs. Today, most people give vaccines without Lepto to puppies (those 12 weeks or younger). In the latter portion of the puppy's vaccination schedule, vaccines with Lepto are used to protect against this disease.

CATS

Vaccination:

Age:

Distemper, rhinotracheitis and calicivirus

6 weeks

Distemper, rhinotracheitis and calicivirus and leukemia

9 weeks

Distemper, rhinotracheitis and calicivirus and leukemia

12 weeks

Distemper, rhinotracheitis and calicivirus and leukemia

15 weeks

Distemper, rhinotracheitis and calicivirus and leukemia

Adult (annual booster)

FIP (Feline Infectious Peritonitis)

16 and 19 weeks, then yearly

Chlamydia (Pneumonitis) where recommended

9, 12, and 15 weeks, then yearly

Rabies

Depends on local law. Check with vet.


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Home remedies

The following is a list of common household human medications that can and cannot be used on pets. These are suggestions found in the Doctors Foster and Smith catalogue that are good for short term relief for certain conditions if you can't reach a veterinarian immediately. If your dog or cat experiences any of these conditions, schedule an appointment with your veterinarian as soon as possible.

Product

Common Usage

Canine Dosage

Feline Dosage

Buffered Asprin

pain relief, anti-inflammatory

8-12 mg per lb. every 12 hours.

NOT RECOMMENDED

Vitamin B

used as an appetite stimulant

1/2 to 2 ml subcutaneously every
24 hours

1/2 to 1 ml subcutaneously
every 24 hours

 

Benadryl
Antihistamine

treats allergies, itching
etc.

1/2 mg per lb. every 8 hours (max dose 2 mg per pound)

2 mg per lb. every 8 hours (max dose 2 mg per pound)

Dramamine

reduces motion sickness
like when in car

up to 50 mg every 8 hours

up to 10 mg every 8 hours

Hydrogen
Peroxide 3 percent

Used to induce vomiting after accidental ingestion of poison

10ml by mouth every 15 minutes. Good way to administer is with needleless syringe

10ml by mouth every 15 minutes. Good way to administer is with needleless syringe

 

Epinephrine
1:1000

used to treat reactions after medications, insect stings and bites

1/10 to 1/2 ml intramuscular or subcutaneously

1/10 to 2/10 ml intramuscular or subcutaneously

 

Pepto Bismol

for diarrhea, vomiting and anti-gas

1 tsp per 5 lbs. every 6 hours.

NOT RECOMMENDED

Di Gel Liquid

antiacid and anti-gas

up to 4 tbs. every
8 hours

up to 2 tbs. every
8 hours

Mineral Oil

eliminates constipation

up to 4 tbs. daily

up to 2 teaspoons daily

Kaopectate

for diarrhea, vomiting and anti-gas

1 ml per lb. every
2 hours

1 ml per lb. every
2 hours

Tylenol
(Acetamenophin)

NOT RECOMMENDED

NOT RECOMMENDED


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Something fun for dog and owner!

K-9 Cruiser, This devise attaches to the rear axle of your bicycle so you can take your dog for a run. The cruiser came with a special leash that keeps your dog at a safe distance from your peddle and uses a fabric eye-and-hook system for quick release. These are no longer available. However, www.bikerdog.com has a new twist on this idea.

Another alternative, the Springer dog jogger attachment is available through several dog supply catalogues.


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