Comments on: PetMeds® Euthanizing A Beloved Pet http://blog.petmeds.com/ask-the-vet/euthanizing-a-beloved-pet/ Tue, 07 Feb 2012 14:21:11 -0500 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.2 hourly 1 By: Dr. Michael Dym, VMD veterinarian http://blog.petmeds.com/ask-the-vet/euthanizing-a-beloved-pet/comment-page-1/#comment-5886 Dr. Michael Dym, VMD veterinarian Sun, 05 Feb 2012 00:43:43 +0000 http://blog.petmeds.com/?p=1458#comment-5886 I only use albon in cases of coccidia intestinal parasites. I would wait to see the vet. I only use albon in cases of coccidia intestinal parasites. I would wait to see the vet.

]]> By: Julie http://blog.petmeds.com/ask-the-vet/euthanizing-a-beloved-pet/comment-page-1/#comment-5877 Julie Sat, 04 Feb 2012 13:42:05 +0000 http://blog.petmeds.com/?p=1458#comment-5877 Hello Dr. Dym, Thank you for responding to my question. I cannot afford to take him to his vet at this time, but I do have a full course of Albon 5% exp. 3/13, would it be alright to give this to him and would it help? He has been acting about the same but I did notice tonight he coughed some and his appetite is not as good as it usually is. If this is not a good idea I will try to figure out a way to get him to his vet mon/tue. If he has a viral infection would this help also? I know Albon is used for bacterial infections but not sure if this would help it if it is viral. Thank you very much for your help and information, it is very appreciated and I just want to get him better. Hello Dr. Dym,

Thank you for responding to my question. I cannot afford to take him to his vet at this time, but I do have a full course of Albon 5% exp. 3/13, would it be alright to give this to him and would it help? He has been acting about the same but I did notice tonight he coughed some and his appetite is not as good as it usually is. If this is not a good idea I will try to figure out a way to get him to his vet mon/tue. If he has a viral infection would this help also? I know Albon is used for bacterial infections but not sure if this would help it if it is viral. Thank you very much for your help and information, it is very appreciated and I just want to get him better.

]]> By: Dr. Michael Dym, VMD veterinarian http://blog.petmeds.com/ask-the-vet/euthanizing-a-beloved-pet/comment-page-1/#comment-5799 Dr. Michael Dym, VMD veterinarian Mon, 30 Jan 2012 15:22:13 +0000 http://blog.petmeds.com/?p=1458#comment-5799 He could have a viral or bacterial inflammation of his larynx and airways. Iwould take him to vet for an exam and possible medications. He could have a viral or bacterial inflammation of his larynx and airways. Iwould take him to vet for an exam and possible medications.

]]> By: Julie http://blog.petmeds.com/ask-the-vet/euthanizing-a-beloved-pet/comment-page-1/#comment-5787 Julie Sun, 29 Jan 2012 15:11:55 +0000 http://blog.petmeds.com/?p=1458#comment-5787 Hi I have a 4 yr old neutered cat, he is in good health but this last week he has a very raspy voice (meow) he is very vocal and I don't know what could be going on. He has slowed down on his eating since his throat has been like this, but is playing and acting fine, coat is good, eyes are clear, not sure on the potty because he goes outside. He did catch a mouse last week, could he have picked up something from it? because the very next day his throat started sounding hoarse. He doesn't eat them just plays with them until they are dead. He is current on his shots also. plzzz help I am worried, this is the 4th day now. Thank you very much I look forward to receiving your advise. Hi
I have a 4 yr old neutered cat, he is in good health but this last week he has a very raspy voice (meow) he is very vocal and I don’t know what could be going on. He has slowed down on his eating since his throat has been like this, but is playing and acting fine, coat is good, eyes are clear, not sure on the potty because he goes outside. He did catch a mouse last week, could he have picked up something from it? because the very next day his throat started sounding hoarse. He doesn’t eat them just plays with them until they are dead. He is current on his shots also. plzzz help I am worried, this is the 4th day now. Thank you very much I look forward to receiving your advise.

]]> By: Dr. Michael Dym, VMD veterinarian http://blog.petmeds.com/ask-the-vet/euthanizing-a-beloved-pet/comment-page-1/#comment-2552 Dr. Michael Dym, VMD veterinarian Sun, 09 Jan 2011 17:08:20 +0000 http://blog.petmeds.com/?p=1458#comment-2552 There is nothing I can suggest for at home care in situation like this or recommend euthanasia at home. Try a local shelter or clinic. There is nothing I can suggest for at home care in situation like this or recommend euthanasia at home. Try a local shelter or clinic.

]]> By: Paula http://blog.petmeds.com/ask-the-vet/euthanizing-a-beloved-pet/comment-page-1/#comment-2550 Paula Sun, 09 Jan 2011 11:43:56 +0000 http://blog.petmeds.com/?p=1458#comment-2550 My dog is 14 years old & can hardly move around. He eats & sleeps normally, but never lets me know anymore that he needs to pee or poop. For some reason he can't bark anymore. I don't feel any lumps around his throat/thyroid area. I don't have the money to take him to a vet anymore; and I have deep feelings he has an overactive thyroid & diabetes problem. I've had dogs for 50 years of my life. I feel like a vet doc sometimes. My question is; is there any way I can put my precious "son" to rest with euthanasia. I've given shots before. He weighs 60 to 70 lbs. All the Vets around here want loads of money I just don't have anymore. I can't see him suffer anymore. And I know he is. I rent and this house is becoming a pig farm. I'm old and handicapped which makes everything much worse. Can you guys help me? I could euthanise him. Please any suggestions? My dog is 14 years old & can hardly move around. He eats & sleeps normally, but never lets me know anymore that he needs to pee or poop. For some reason he can’t bark anymore. I don’t feel any lumps around his throat/thyroid area. I don’t have the money to take him to a vet anymore; and I have deep feelings he has an overactive thyroid & diabetes problem. I’ve had dogs for 50 years of my life. I feel like a vet doc sometimes. My question is; is there any way I can put my precious “son” to rest with euthanasia. I’ve given shots before. He weighs 60 to 70 lbs. All the Vets around here want loads of money I just don’t have anymore. I can’t see him suffer anymore. And I know he is. I rent and this house is becoming a pig farm. I’m old and handicapped which makes everything much worse. Can you guys help me? I could euthanise him. Please any suggestions?

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