Does my dog need to finish antibiotics?
The short answer is yes, even if they seem better! It is essential that your pet finishes their antibiotics, not only for their health but for the wider animal population and humans as well.
How long does antibiotic last?
It also depends on the type of infection you’re treating. Most antibiotics should be taken for 7 to 14 days. In some cases, shorter treatments work just as well. Your doctor will decide the best length of treatment and correct antibiotic type for you.
When to take Your Poodle to the vet for diarrhea?
Your Poodle should be taken to their Veterinarian when diarrhea does not clear up in a day or so or if there are secondary issues present. A day of your dog having loose stools is not a big health issue unless it does not clear up,worsens, or becomes paired with other health issues such as:
How long does a miniature poodle pregnancy last?
Whether you have a standard, miniature, or toy poodle, their pregnancies will last around 63 days (or 9 weeks), and you will need to see your veterinarian to confirm everything is going as it should. Those 63 days are measured from ovulation to birth.
When to see the vet for a pregnant poodle?
This will be the same for any type of poodle. Whether you have a standard, miniature, or toy poodle, their pregnancies will last around 63 days (or 9 weeks), and you will need to see your veterinarian to confirm everything is going as it should. Those 63 days are measured from ovulation to birth.
Can a dog be on antibiotics and still have diarrhea?
While antibiotics treat infections, they can also lead to diarrhea in your dog. In fact, gastrointestinal (GI) issues are one of the most common side effects of many antibiotics. Antibiotics treat infections by killing the bad bacteria in your dog’s body. However, antibiotics are not able to differentiate between good bacteria and bad bacteria.
Your Poodle should be taken to their Veterinarian when diarrhea does not clear up in a day or so or if there are secondary issues present. A day of your dog having loose stools is not a big health issue unless it does not clear up,worsens, or becomes paired with other health issues such as:
Are there any health tests for poodles now?
Health tests already allow us to screen breeding stock for some of these problems, and today’s exciting era of DNA technology is putting researchers on the fast track to find abnormal genes and develop more tests to help eradicate genetic disease. Here are some health issues of concern to Poodle owners:
Are there health problems in the Poodle breed?
Like other dogs–and humans–poodles may have health problems, some common among all dogs and some specific to the breed and even to one Poodle variety.
What to do if Your Poodle has liver problems?
To have a yearly baseline to judge future blood tests can prove to be valuable in assessing the health of your dog. One of the first signs of liver trouble would be an elevated ALT. To further define liver problems, a vet will usually perform a liver biopsy. This would give a definite diagnosis of CAH.
How long after a dog eats should you give insulin?
Dog should be fed the same amount and type of food roughly every 12 hours. Insulin injections should be given immediately after meals so the dog’s dose can be lowered if he eats less than normal. Dogs should be exercised in the same way at the same time each day. Stressful situations should be avoided.
Do antibiotics affect dogs poop?
Generally, antibiotic induced diarrhea is due to the upset of the natural flora (good bacteria) in your pet’s gastrointestinal tract. Giving probiotics or yogurt with active cultures can help your pet’s stools get back to normal. Other side effects from antibiotics are possible, depending on the particular antibiotic.
