Over the Counter Meds for Dogs

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-Buffered Aspirin (acetylsalicyc Acid)
Function: Fever reducer, pain reliever
Dosage: 5 mg per pound
*Should be given with food to prevent stomach upset and for no more than once a day, for no more than 2 days
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-Benadryl (diphenhydramine)
Function: for allergic reactions, itching and as a sedative
Dosage: 1-2 mg per pound
*Only plain Benadryl should be used every 12 hours. In some cases, the sedative action is not observed and dogs may get anxious and restless instead.
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-Dramamine (dimenhydrinate)
Function: For motion sickness
Dosage: 2-4 mg per pound
*Only plain Dramamine must be used, lower dosage is often suggested to try first to see how dog responds.
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- 3% Hydrogen Peroxide
Function: to induce vomiting
Dosage: 1 teaspoon every 10 pounds
* Follow vets advice as some chemicals ingested are more harmful if brought up again, administration can only be repeated twice at 15 minute intervals. Walking the dog after may help induce vomiting.
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-Metamucil
Function: Relieves Constipation
Dosage: 1/2 teaspoon for small dogs, 1 teaspoon for medium dogs, 2 teaspoons for large dogs
* Always add to some moist food as it may difficult to swallow
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-Mineral Oil
Function: Laxative
Dosage: 5 ml per 20 pounds
* Mix with food, never give without food as this may cause aspiration pneumonia. Do not give more than twice daily for 2-3 days as it interefers with nutrient absorption.
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-Pepto Bismol (bismuth subsalicylate)
Function: For Diarrhea
Dosage: 1 teaspoon per 5 pounds every 6 hours
* Contains salicylates, use caution in pets sensitive to aspirin.
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-Pepcid AC
Function: anti-acid, anti-ulcer
Dosage:0.25-0.5 per pound every 12 to 24 hours
*May interact with digoxin and ketoconazole.
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-Robittussin DM
Function: cough suppressant
Dosage: 1 teaspoon per 20 pounds
*Usually given every 6 hours

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Home Remedies for Puppy Cough

Tip #1. Mix 3 drops of 3% Hydrogen Peroxide to 12 oz of purified water.

Tip #2. Give your puppy a teaspoon of honey mixed with 3 drops of lemon juice.

Tip #3. Try combining a teaspoon of honey,lemon juice,and 3 drops of 3% Hydrogen Peroxide in a 14 oz of purified water.

Tip #4. Give your dog vitamin C supplements.

Tip #5. Humidify the air. Water vapor and steam from a humidifier will help soothe a puppy's dry and irritated throat.Tip #6. Give him half teaspoon of Robitussin Dextromethorpan every 12 hrs. (Note: Not all Pediatric cough syrup are ok for puppies.)

If none works, bring your pup to the vet.

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Home Remedies for Puppy Deworming

Diet

• Fast your dog for 24 hours--if your dog is healthy--to help rid him of a parasite infestation. After the fast, feed him roughage in the form of grated carrots, beets or turnips. The fast will help loosen the worms and the roughage will help pass them out. Additionally, switch your dog to a healthier diet. Healthy dogs are less susceptible to parasites. Feed your dog a food high in protein and with no additives or fillers (such as corn). You can also cook for your dog or switch him to a raw diet of meat, bones and vegetables. These diets have been shown to support a healthy immune system in dogs.

Pumpkin Seeds

• Grind unsalted pumpkin seeds in a coffee grinder and add 1/4 to 1 tsp. of the ground seeds to your dog's food, mix thoroughly before feeding it to your dog. If you have a small dog or puppy, 1/4 tsp. will do, larger dogs should have 1 tsp. Grind the pumpkin seeds right before feeding them to your dog so that all of the natural nutrients are intact. Pumpkin seeds only aid in ridding your dog of tapeworms.

Roughage

• After having your puppy fast for 24 hours, feed him a meal of roughage that includes grated carrots, turnips or beets. Fasting for 24 hours can help to loosen the worms, and the roughage will help to push them all out.

Garlic

• Mixing between 7 to 10 g of raw garlic into the food of a 22 lb. dog for at least five days can reduce hookworms in dogs and even get rid of them completely. Veterinarian Shawn Messonier recommends feeding one fresh clove of garlic for every 10 to 30 lbs. of the dog's weight.

Diatomaceous earth

• You can find diatomaceous earth online or at most garden or herbal stores. Mix 1 tsp. into your dog's food for every 25 lbs. of weight. Be sure to use the food grade of diatomaceous earth. You can also put this on your dog and on your furniture to repel fleas which are well known for spreading worms.

Tincture

• A mix of black walnut hull, wormwood and cloves can rid your dog of worms as well, however, too much wormwood can be dangerous to your dog. You should consult with a homeopathic veterinarian to ensure you are giving your dog the proper amount of the mixture. You can find these ingredients at most natural food stores.

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Be Inspired and Share Inspiration.

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God's Design in a Teacher's Life

Last night was one of the best nights I have as a teacher.

It was passed 7:00 in the evening already when I dismissed my class. It was when I was already nearing the school gates, when two of my students called my attention. I thought it was something urgent so I stopped... and then they said something that had pleasantly taken me aback.

" Ma'am, kaupay san dicussion. Marisyo!"

That was a one-liner, but to me, that meant the world already. I am a full-time Law student and a part-time College Instructor with a course load equivalent to those of the Full-timers. I can only enjoy the luxury of rest every afternoon of Sunday's. The rest of the week is already work/study days. In short, I'm one stressed-fellow.

Everyday is a constant battle of perseverance and will. Everyday, I have to check my shoulders whether I have enough courage to deal with my day ahead or enough drive to continue my tasks.

For a teacher like me who has enough on both hands, an interest of a student to listen to the discussion in the class, already means a lot. It revitalizes the energy left after a long day of teaching. And to know, that they appreciated the hardwork makes the job worthwhile.

To be honest, I wasn't supposed to be teaching. This is not the field I chose to study in my undergrad. I wanted to be something else,,,wanted to be someone else... not Me the Teacher. But I long had realized that life is not about me nor about my own will. It's about God's.

So I already had come into terms with my life. My job is to look through God's purpose for me.

In the past, I would really question why I have to teach. I don't see the nobility of the job. I don't see the FUN in it.

But that one-liner last night?..That knocked me. After 3 years of teaching, it was last night that answers came rushing..

Now I understand God's plan...:) :) :)

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