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DateOct 9, 2023
CategoryWorms
Pet TypeDog
TopicAmerican bull dog mixed
Question:
I need heart worm medication for my dog can I get it with out seeing a vet I am on a fixed income he is my service dog and I can't get him to a vet I just had surgery and I can't lose him
Answer:
Hey! Your dog will need a negative heartworm test in order to get heartworm prevention! I recommend looking for a low cost clinic in your area that might be able to help you! -Dr. Lindsay Butzer
02
DateSep 18, 2023
CategoryWorms
Pet TypeDog
TopicWhat brand of dewormer to use?
Question:
I have a border collie/ Great Pyrenees. He’s a little over one year old. What brand of heart worm dewormer is best to give him? I have heard it’s not necessarily safe to give Border Collies HeartGuard since my mom has raised border collies for a long time, not sure if it’s true or not but I don’t want to take a chance of causing neurological damage. Thank you!
Answer:
Hey! Heartgard is a pretty safe heartworm preventive! Ivermectin, which is the active ingredient, is usually only an issue for some collies when you overdose them on it (over 16x the recommended dose). -Dr. Lindsay Butzer
03
DateSep 6, 2023
CategoryWorms
Pet TypeCat
TopicTapeworms
Question:
What is the best option for a at home tapeworm removal medication for my cat?
Answer:
Hey! I like Drontal as a treatment for tapeworms in cats! -Dr. Lindsay Butzer https://www.1800petmeds.com/drontal+for+cats-prod10073.html
04
DateAug 28, 2023
CategoryWorms
Pet TypeOther
TopicMultiple animals need deworm
Question:
What would be the best to order for 4 cats , 2 kittens, and 2 dogs..?
Answer:
Hey! I like Drontal as a dewormer! You'll need to get a prescription from your vet if you want to order it online! -Dr. Lindsay Butzer https://www.1800petmeds.com/drontal+plus-prod10346.html https://www.1800petmeds.com/drontal+for+cats-prod10073.html
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DateAug 26, 2023
CategoryWorms
Pet TypeCat
TopicDewormer
Question:
I’ve taken on a feral cat. I trapped him and had him neutered. i’ve been making friends with him. He eats a lot and begs a lot for more food. A couple weeks ago I noticed worms coming out of his anus. I’m fairly sure they are roundworms but he probably has tapeworms as well. I ordered Drontal for cats and put the dose of 1.5 pills in his food. He refused to eat it. I had cut them into 1/4 size and used tuna flavor wet food which he loves, but no go. I tried crushing the pills and adding more food. Still no go. I ended up having to throw the whole thing out wasting the meds. . Having been unsuccessful, I need to try again. Any suggestions? I’m leery of trying to shove pills down his throat since he is feral and unpredictable.
Answer:
Hey! I suggest that you have your vet check a fecal sample to see what type of parasites he has so they can treat accordingly. They might be able to prescribe an oral liquid dewormer to treat the worms which might be easier for you to give to him. There is also a topical dewormer called Profender that you could try but you would need a prescription from your veterinarian to order it. -Dr. Lindsay Butzer https://www.1800petmeds.com/profender+cat+dewormer-prod11220.html
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DateAug 14, 2023
CategoryWorms
Pet TypeCat
TopicMedicine
Question:
My cat had baby kittens and I need to do worms them what medicine do I buy
Answer:
Hey! I like Pyrantel Pamoate for my puppies and kittens! -Dr. Lindsay Butzer
07
DateJul 21, 2023
CategoryWorms
Pet TypeCat
TopicTapeworm dewormer
Question:
I'd like to deworming my cat for tapeworms
Answer:
Hey! I normally prescribe Drontal for my patients with tapeworms! Just remember, cats normally become infected with tapeworms by ingesting a flea so be sure to check your cat for fleas as well! -Dr. Lindsay Butzer
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DateJul 7, 2023
CategoryWorms
Pet TypeCat
TopicHookworms
Question:
Hello, A sweet community cat that just sprung in my street has hookworms. I gave her 1 dose of Drontal. As a prophylaxis, should I give one too to my outdoor cat? Friends say I should give them 1 tab every month. Pls. advise, thank you. Is that true ?
Answer:
Hey! It is safe to give a Drontal to your outdoor cat but I would recommend putting your cat on a monthly preventive such as Revolution to help prevent parasites! - Dr. Lindsay Butzer
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DateJun 19, 2023
CategoryWorms
Pet TypeDog
TopicPitbull emaciated
Question:
My granddaughter’s boyfriend has 2 pit bulls which are sisters. One of them had worms which she had for several months. I got her Bravevto and worm medicine. After taking meds looks like skin hanging on bones. Treatment to help her gain weight etc? She acts better and is more lively, but feel so bad for her. She wants to eat and acts famished, but throws up if she eats to much.
Answer:
Hey! This does not sound good. There could be hookworms taking their nutrients or something else causing the dog to be so skinny. Please go to your local veterinarian so they can help. First test I would do is check a poop sample for worms. And if negative, you may need to feed more. Check what you should be feeding your dog on their food bag for their ideal weight, so seems like add 10-20lbs on the current weight and feed that amount. I hope this helps! Dr. Lindsay Butzer
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DateJun 19, 2023
CategoryWorms
Pet TypeCat
Topicdrug compatibility
Question:
Hi! Can I safely give Praziquantel to a kitty who just had her transdermal prednisolone given, in the same day? The next steroid dose won't be for 4 days, but I saw a tapeworm on her butt earlier and got praziquantel to deworm all the kitties today. They are on Revolution already. She had hers on 6/6 and I don't see any evidence of fleas or flea dirt. Thanks !!
Answer:
Hey! Yes the cat will be okay if you give praziquantel on the same day as a steroid. I hope this helped! Dr. Lindsay Butzer
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DateMay 24, 2023
CategoryWorms
Pet TypeCat
TopicLungworm
Question:
What OTC medicine can I buy to treat my cat for lungworm?
Answer:
Hey! Heartgard for cats or Revolution topical will treat Lungworms in cats! I hope this helps! DR. Lindsay Butzer
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DateApr 26, 2023
CategoryWorms
Pet TypeCat
TopicLungworm
Question:
If u suspect your rescue cat of having lungworm what medicine should be given?
Answer:
Hey! Please talk to your local veterinarian. I suggest simply keeping your cat on revolution topical once a month to prevent from these parasites. Dr. Lindsay Butzer
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DateFeb 28, 2023
CategoryWorms
Pet TypeCat
Topiclikelihood of transmission
Question:
What is the likelihood of a toddler contracting worms from the cat?
Answer:
Hey! If your toddler eats cat poop they can get parasites. Please see your pediatrician and ask what their advice is. Thank you, Dr. Lindsay Butzer
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DateFeb 28, 2023
CategoryWorms
Pet TypeCat
TopicHe's seems to be just ever gaining weight like he should
Question:
He just seem to gaining weight like he should
Answer:
I don't see a question here?
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DateFeb 25, 2023
CategoryWorms
Pet TypeCat
Topic5 Month Old Cat
Question:
I would like to get a dewormer for my cat (Profender Topical Solution for Cats, 2.2-5.5 lbs)
Answer:
Hey! Here is the link below to make an online appointment with a vet on Vet Live! You can get a prescription and it will be filled by Petmeds and shipped to your front door. I hope this helped! Dr. Lindsay Butzer VET LIVE BOOK AND APPOINTMENT NOW: https://www.1800petmeds.com/vetlive
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