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Ketorolac is applied topically to the eye to treat pain and inflammation of the eye. Its use in dogs and cats is off label. Do not use this medication in pets that are allergic to it. If a negative reaction occurs, call your veterinary office.
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Ketotifen ophthalmic is a topical antihistamine used to allergic conjunctivitis and itchy eyes caused by allergies in cats and dogs. This medication is used off label in veterinary medicine. Ketotifen ophthalmic comes in liquid drop suspension form.
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Few breeds can elicit the double-takes that this walking mound of white dreadlocks inspires, but the mystique of the Komondor is far more than fur-deep. This is a tough character, ready to serve and protect, but not necessarily in that order.
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Who says you cannot be a giant, intimidating guardian dog, and also pretty? The Kuvasz says so, and who is going to argue? This pretty white dog with the sweet face and tough nature makes an effective flock guardian and also a protective companion. The question is, can you handle her?
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L-theanine (ANXITANE®) is a nutritional supplement used to treat anxiety in dogs and cats. It is an amino acid naturally found in green tea leaves and is available as a chewable tablet.
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Labrador Retrievers are medium-to-large sporting dogs known for friendliness and intelligence. They are an active, sporting breed developed for retrieving game on land and in water. Labs are friendly, social, and eager to work with people, which makes them popular as family dogs, service dogs, and working companions.
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The lacrimal duct is part of the nasolacrimal system, a series of narrow tubes that allow tears to drain from the eye into the nose and mouth. This duct can sometimes become blocked or fail to develop properly. The clinical signs, diagnosis, and treatment options for the condition are explained in this handout.
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Lactated Ringer's solution (also known as LRS or Ringer's Lactate) is a fluid and electrolyte (salt) replacement solution used to correct fluid and electrolyte imbalances in cats, dogs, birds, pocket pets (small mammals), and other animals. Lactated Ringer's solution comes in injectable form.
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Lactulose is used off label and is given by mouth to treat high blood ammonia levels and constipation in dogs, cats, birds, and reptiles. The most common side effects are diarrhea, bloating, gas, and abdominal cramping. Do not use in pets that are allergic to it or in pets with intestinal blockage/obstruction.
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Brimming with charm, an infectious zest for life, and energy most people can only sit back and envy, the Lakeland Terrier makes a great family pet, keeping everybody entertained with his curiosity and the many adventures he manufactures for himself.