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These were prescribed by our vet in IL when we were battling ragweed allergies. They label says - Neomycin and Polymyxin B Sulfates and Dexomethasone Opthalmic Suspension. There is no "trade name" on the label so I'm guessing this is a generic Rx.

The ability to edit only lasts for 30 minutes unless you are a paid supporter of the site. If you were previously a supporter then the membership period expired. Just an FYI - lots of dogs here seem to be itching now that allergy season has started. Rocket has been batting at his eyes and scratching at his nose a little. I've started giving him his eye drops that we used for ragweed allergies in the midwest. As far as Gambler's sensitive tummy, Rocket has dealt with similar symptoms since Day 1 and was diagnosed with Stress Colitis - he gets a little stressed and the Big D or gas starts. He is on Tylan which takes care of many of the issues, but we recently added the dehydrated carrots to his food twice a day and the stools literally bounce across the ground. He seems to feel much better too. He is about 80 lbs. I make 1 tbsp of carrots with about 2-3 ounces of water each day and give him half with each meal. A little goes a long way with the carrots.

Same here. There have been a couple of posts over the years of similar happenings with hounds and I'm pretty sure there was some type of seizure diagnosis. Seizures can be controlled easily with medication. Definitely requires a vet or University Vet School that can do a neuro evaluation.

Thank you! I knew there was something else that people used as makeshift boots when I posted, and absolutely could not remember what it was...

Last winter Rocket and I were in the Polar Vortex of Illinois. We went weeks with no walks due to ice and temps. We did have a turnout area for him that was secure, so we were able to keep that area easier for him to use. I was ab;e to put down horse stall bedding on top of fresh snow and ice to give him a warmer surface and some traction for his paws. The main thing is that paws /pads will feel like they are burning at these temperatures. As posted above, boots / booties are a lifesaver. Until you can procure them, you might try throwing down an old towel or blanket for him to stand on, knowing that you are sacrificing it "for the cause." Another option is thick coating of kitty litter, sawdust, newspaper or anything that you can get between his paws and the ice / snow to prevent the burning feeling . At times like this, you have to think outside the box and just do whatever works. Grocery bags on his paws might freak him out, so if you try something like that, make it something soft that doesn't crinkle and allows a little traction. Maybe an old towel cut up and wrapped with some vet wrap or tape. Just remember that he will go when he has to. These hounds can often hold their bladders for 12 hours or more when they decide they aren't going out.

The prices on dental cleanings are all over the map, and often higher in metropolitan areas. Since she is a recent adoption, I'm surprised that her teeth weren't cleaned while she was under for her spay surgery. If you adopted her in the past few months, I would ask your adoption group if a dental cleaning was done and if so, let them know what you are being told. If you are uncertain whether or not she needs it, I would ask for some opinions on good local vets and get a second opinion before moving forward. Daily cleaning can't hurt if she lets you brush her teeth. Chewing is the most effective cleaning agent, so raw turkey necks a few times a week, bully sticks etc provide the most cleaning action. Do not give cooked bones, rawhides etc as they can lead to choking or stomach issues. If you give raw bones, be sure the hound is supervised at all times. You will hear varying opinions about bones, some give them, some don't and each have their reasons. I give them to Rocket, but never leave the room until he is done with it, just in case he splinters a piece off. He is a pretty gentle chewer. Others have experienced broken teeth from various bones, and don't give them at all. You can also use a water additive like Plaque Off or similar in the water bowl to help loosen some of the plaque. It works slowly, so it will take several weeks before you notice any difference.

Try putting a dog bed in there if you haven't. Rocket likes to stand in my van to look out the windows, but will lay down when I tell him to. In the car a Camry Sedan) he lays down pretty quickly and will sleep until the car comes to a stop or has a significant change in speed, like slowing down on a ramp.

I never dreamed i would see the words "bull penis" and "hopeless romantics" in the same post.....

Search for raw pet food suppliers in your closest major city. Many have retail store fronts, and others have once or twice monthly delivery routes over multi-state areas. This will keep your cost down, and many of them have the food already mixed in various formulations. Examples: Here's one in Phoenix - http://www.freshrawdogfood.com/ And one in Indianapolis - https://www.mypetcarnivore.com/index.php?lang=en You might want to post your location so others can suggest suppliers that serve your area.

Tramadol is now a controlled substance just like narcotic pain killers. Typically it requires a paper script, although in some places they are still getting away with faxing it in. It is not available by mail order from any legitimate US pharmacy and must be filled in person at retail. ID is also required. If you are carrying Tramadol with you, make sure your name / Dog's name is on the Rx label and that it's not in an unlabeled container. Possession arrests for Tramadol are increasing, and the last thing you need to deal with is a felony arrest for carrying your dog's medication in a different container. I've been using Tramadol for chronic pain for many years, but no longer carry it in a small pill container like I used to use to carry just one dose when I'm away from home for the day. I now carry the actual Rx bottle with the correct info on it.

Looking sharp, Taylor. That almost looks like there's some stinkeye involved.

In the past when we've had this issue with Rocket, I've kept the Flagyl going until the transition was complete and all was good. I also found that switching to 4 smaller meals a day from 2 meals helped a reat deal and didn;t overload the tummy when switching back to kibble. That mucous usually means that something is still flared up in the tummy.

Run free, Paisley.

Handsome boy and a beautiful tribute. Run free, Teo.

Either he is in pain or is not feeling well. Since it's out of character, a vet visit is definitely in order. Hope it's something minor.

I'm so sorry for the loss of your sweet boy. Love the pictures of him. Run free, handsome Jake.

Run free, Pepper.

I'm so sorry for the loss of your sweet boy. Run pain-free, Morty.

That is a happy, gorgeous girl!

I would start with a de-worming using Panacur. The chances of actually finding worms in a fecal test are slim. The timing has to be perfect to find them. It can't hurt. The dosage is based on her weight. Panacur can be purchased at most vet supply stores, pet stores, or from your vet. It does not require a prescription. If buying at a farm supply store, make sure you have the panacur that is for dogs. Panacur for livestock is much stronger and dosed differently. If the diarrhea is persistent, it might be time to feed a bland diet of boiled chicken and rice along with some Metronidazole from your vet. Next, check the food she's eating and see if there has been an ingredient or formula change. Search online for any similar complaints about the food, but don't get caught up in every little review of it. You just want a general sense if there has been a formula or ingredient change. It may be time to change to a new kibble. Although I'm not sold on kibble that's called "Senior Formula" or something similar, I did switch Rocket to Precise Senior Formula when he turned 8. He was gaining weight rapidly on a different formula, so I simply switched formulas. I was already using a different Precise Food and was happy with it, but selected the Senior Kibble for it's lower fat and calorie count. You might also try adding in some Olewo Carrots to her food to help firm up the stool if no other causes are found for the diarrhea. We recently added them to Rocket's meals because the stools while formed, were often very soft. Now they bounce across the lawn. I use 1 tbsp of dehydrated Olewo Carrots and about 3 ounces of hot water to make a pretty firm batch of carrots, and give half with breakfast and half with dinner. Rocket loves them and even licks them off the side of the bowl if any stick there. Hope your girl is feeling better soon.

Run free, Peach.

When adding something to a hound's diet, always add only one new thing at a time for at least several days, and preferably a week or two unless there is an urgent need to add something that can't wait. The reason for this is that if you add both carrots, beets and a new kibble, you will have no idea what is causing an issue if the dog has problems. By adding one item at a time, you know how the dog handles it, and will be able to identify any issues that might arise like diarrhea, itching, rash etc. We see this a lot when people start adding pumpkin and yogurt at the same time and the dog has never had either. If the hound is doing well on the food that you ultimately decide to feed him, there should be little need to put a bunch of add-ins in the bowl. As an example, our Rocket has always had some tummy issues. Over time, we found a food that gave him the least amount of issues, but there would still be occasional diarrhea for no real reason other than some stress like being boarded or being out in the heat too much. We added 1/2 tablespoon of the Olewo Carrots to each meal, and his stools literally bounce across the ground now. No more big D. Things like pumpkin and yogurt only made him worse (tried each over the years.) While some dogs do well on those add-ins, or may need them to combat a stomach issue, there are just as many or more hounds that can't handle them. There is no "one thing" that works for every hound. This is why I like to make sure I find the food that works best before doing add-ins or supplements. (Having to hose down the yard every time he goes out will also make you think about finding the right food pretty quickly.... ) Everyone here is trying to help when they suggest what worked for their own hounds and there is a ton of great experience here, but try to stick with one change at a time to keep things under control.

You will get a lot of varying opinions on this. 50/50 is fine, but plain chicken and rice is not much nutrition. I would only go that route if he gets diarrhea and is obviously stressed. Feeding the food that he eats now will keep things more normal for him. If you are goign to use a different food, I would transition slowly to a the new food in a few weeks after he's a little more settled. As I said, everyone will have a different opinion. You will ultimately have to figure out what work best for your hound based on how things go for the next few weeks. Congratulations, and don't be afraid to ask questions here.

Run free, Ivory.

Given the resources of the ASPCA Poison Control Center, it is the best place to turn for immediate advice for this type of incident. The $65.00 fee may not only save the dogs, but may also end up saving you E-Vet fees for multiple dogs if their database indicates that the E-Vet will only be necessary if certain symptoms appear. That fee is money well spent in an event of this nature. Hopefully she has spoken with them by now and the dogs are okay.