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There are several reasons why your dog might be a picky eater. It’s important to first rule out an underlying medical condition. Picky eaters can be created by their humans offering too much variety of food or can result from dogs being overfed treats and snacks. Homemade diets can be an option, but come with several limitations that need to be carefully considered. Other approaches are outlined.
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Myasthenia gravis is a disease in which there is a malfunction in the transmission of signals between the nerves and muscles. Dogs with myasthenia gravis exhibit extreme weakness and excessive fatigue. There are two forms: inherited and acquired. Anti-acetylcholinesterase medication and immunosuppressive therapy will likely be required for the life of the dog.
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Mycophenolate is an immune suppressing medication given by mouth or as an injection and is mainly used off-label to treat autoimmune disease in dogs. Common side effects include gastrointestinal upset and bone marrow suppression. This medication should not be used in pets that are allergic to mycophenolate, are pregnant, or nursing. It should be used with caution in pets with liver or kidney disease. If a negative reaction occurs, call your veterinary office.
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Myiasis is a parasitic infection of fly larvae (maggots). Certain fly species lay their eggs in wounds or, less commonly, on healthy skin, especially near the eyes, ears, or nose. Many species can cause this infection, including blow flies, flesh flies, and the New World screwworm.
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Myos Vet Strength Canine Muscle Formula with BCAA is a supplement for dogs that is used to promote muscle health. It comes in a powdered format that is sprinkled on the dog’s food.
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Nalbuphine ophthalmic is an eye medication that is used to relieve eye pain. It is classified as an opioid drug. Nalbuphine ophthalmic is used off-label in dogs, cats, horses, cattle and rabbits.
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Naloxone is a drug used to reverse the effects of opioids. It is used primarily under direct supervision of a veterinarian. It is used off-label in veterinary medicine. Naloxone comes in nasal spray and injectable forms.
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A narcoleptic episode involves sudden collapse and loss of movement in which the pet literally falls asleep, often while physically active, then wakes up abruptly and proceeds as if nothing happened. Although you may not be able to stop the episodes, you may be able to reduce the frequency and severity of events by identifying possible patterns that precipitate the incidents.
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Polyps are benign fleshy growths that originate from the cells lining a cat's nasal passages, leading to a variety of clinical signs such as sneezing, difficulty breathing, and recurrent ear infections. The various diagnostic tools and treatment approaches are explained in this handout.
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Nasal tumors are an uncommon type of cancer but when they do occur, they tend to be malignant and locally aggressive. Staging can be done to determine the type of cancer and if it has affected anywhere else in the body. Treatment can be done in some cases to help relieve clinical signs, most often with radiation therapy.