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information about that subject: Dental
Products
1. C.E.T. Hextra Chews for dogs - These rawhide chews have chlorhexidine,
an antibacterial product, basted onto them. It is like Listerine on a rawhide
because if you can control bacteria in the mouth then tartar and halitosis
will be easier to manage. Most dogs love these and so it is great because all
you have to do is buy them and let the dog have fun chewing on it. For more
information visit www.CETDental.com
2. C.E.T. Enzymatic Toothpaste for dogs and cats
3. C.E.T. Oral Hygiene Rinse - This product has the antibacterial
product, chlorhexidine in it to control bacteria in the mouth.
4. Hill's Canine t/d diet, original and small bites - This food is made
in such a way that when the dog bites into the nugget it does not crumble but
actually massages the tartar off of the back teeth. This can be used as
treats as well. Most dogs really like t/d.
5. Hill's Feline t/d diet - This food is made in such a way that when
the cat bites into the nugget it does not crumble but actually massages the
tartar off of the back teeth. This can be used as treats as well. Most cats
really like t/d.
6. Doxirobe Gel - This is doxicycline in a gel form that is injected
into periodontal pockets, while the animal is under anesthesia, to help
kill the bacteria and possibly preserve the tooth.
Urine-Off - odor and stain remover - For more information visit www.urine-off.com. Hill's Prescription Diets - For more information visit www.hillspet.com. (Back to Top) Heartworm Prevention
1. Heartgard Plus for dogs and Heartgard for cats - Heartgard is a
once-a-month oral heartworm prevention that also controls some intestinal
parasites in dogs. For more information visit
www.merial.com.
2. Revolution for dogs and cats - Revolution is a once-a-month topical
heartworm prevention that also controls fleas and ticks. For more information
visit www.revolutionvet.com.
Skin and Haircoat Products
1. 3V Caps for dogs and cats - This is a fatty acid supplement that
combines the appropriate balance of Omega 3 and Omega 6 fatty acids to support
haircoat, skin, joints and other organ systems.
1. Cosequin for dogs and cats - This is a reputable glucosamine
supplement. For more information visit
www.nutramaxlabs.com.
2. Hill's Canine j/d - This is a prescription diet fortified with
products that support the joints.
3. Rimadyl (Carprofen) - This is a non-steriodal anti-inflammatory that
controls pain in dogs and can be given as a one time dose in cats. Long-term
use of Rimadyl in dogs requires appropriate bloodwork before and 3 weeks into
long-term use to monitor liver values. For more information visit
www.rimadyl.com.
4. Metacam (Meloxicam) - This is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory that
is being used in dogs and cats. Blood work should always be monitored when
any non-steriodal is being used.
(Back to Top) Liver Support Products
1. Denosyl (S-Adenosylmethionine) made by Nutramax Laboratories. For
more information visit
www.nutramaxlabs.com
2. Marin made by Nutramax Laboratories
Brand of Vaccines We use Pfizer vaccines at Tender Loving Care Animal Hospital. Purina Veterinary Diets - For more information visit www.purinavets.com Royal Canin Veterinary Diets - For more information visit www.royalcanin.us (Back to Top)
Concerns About Internet Pharmacies
Dear Valued Client of Tender Loving Care Animal Hospital,
There is a lot of controversy about the ethics of internet
pharmacies. The controversy revolves around accountability and responsibility
for the drug that is being sold. My interest, per Tender Loving Care Animal
Hospital's mission statement, is to protect the health of my patient and
the well-being and investment of my client. Therefore I would like to share
some facts.
Pfizer, the maker of Rimadyl and Revolution, has written
policy regarding this situation. They pledge to support their products as
long as certain guidelines are followed. Since Pfizer does NOT sell to
internet pharmacies, their product support does not apply if the drug is
purchased over the internet. They have this policy because they do not know
how the drug has been handled by the third party and can not be responsible
for such actions. For more information reference
Letter from Pfizer or
visit www.pfizer.com.
Merial, the maker of Heartgard, has the same written policy
regarding this situation. They as well, do NOT sell to the internet
pharmacies and so their product support does not apply if the product is
purchased over the internet. For more information reference Plus
Guarantee or
visit www.merial.com.
Both companies have these policies to protect the patient
and client that are using these drugs and I feel the same way. There are some
fundamental questions that need to be addressed. The first question, who will
you, as the client, call if there seems to be a problem with the drug? What
will the internet pharmacy do or say if you call them with a medical problem
regarding a drug you have purchased from them? The other concern is that
whatever money you may save by using the internet pharmacy may be forfeited by
the loss of the company's support of such drug. It is presumed that the
internet pharmacies purchase the products from unethical veterinarians that
buy it from the company and resell it to the pharmacies.
My interest is protecting your investment and the health of
my patient and nothing more.
Respectfully,
Dr. Tricia M. Hartwig
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