My Bogart is definitely in bad shape w/ maggots on his huge open wound and infected scrotum.
I called a lot vet clinics but none of them would like to accommodate him.
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Can You Use Dog Anti-Flea Product For Your Cats Too?
While cleaning your house, you see some crawling ticks and jumping fleas inside and outside your home. That is not a good sign.
You need to get rid of them fast. So you went to the nearest pet supply store and bought a Dog Anti-Flea Product. You realized that cats too can have the same ticks and fleas as your dog.
So you thought maybe the dog anti-flea product can be safe for your cats as well. Or is it?
With the many products available in the market today, do you think your cat will be safe with a dog anti-flea product? The obvious answer is NO.
Want to find out how you can get rid of these parasites naturally, read this: Can You Get Rid of Ticks and Fleas Using Kitchen Ingredients?
Here’s why:
You have to understand that dog anti-flea products are for dogs only. Unless stated that the product is also good for cats, most tick and flea preventive for dogs have an ingredient that is effective for dogs but harmful for cats.
Cats have a more sensitive metabolism than dogs that even getting in close contact to dogs recently treated should not be allowed.
The ingredient pyrethrin can be bearable to a cat but in concentrated form can be dangerous. This is the chemical that is included in dog anti-flea products that your cat may be exposed to, usually found in topical tick and flea preventives.
When you see your cats not in their usual behavior, show signs of weakness, muscles twitching or shaking, then best to bring to the nearest veterinarian.
The best thing to do when you have both cats and dogs in your house and need to get rid of ticks and fleas, you have to separate them for the meantime when treating them from these parasites. You can also consider using tick and flea prevention products good for both cats and dogs.
But you have to remember never to give a dog anti-flea product to your cats.
There are anti-tick and flea products specially made for cats such as Broadline, Frontline and Seresto:
You can buy these online now:
If you want to learn more about anti-tick and flea products for dogs you can go here: Tick and Flea 101: Choosing The Right Tick and Flea Preventive For You And Your Pet
Enjoy peace of mind,
Dr. Sixto Carlos, DVM, MS
Makati Dog and Cat Hospital
Serving Pet Parents near Mandaluyong, Makati, and BGC
“The St. Luke’s of Pet Hospitals” – from a Happy Client
Did it ever cross your mind of ridding ticks and fleas using kitchen ingredients?
Have you wondered if you can prevent these parasites from attacking your pet, your family and your home?
You are there looking at your kitchen and thinking what can be in here that will help in removing tick and fleas from your household.
And you are far from being wrong. You can get rid of ticks and fleas using ingredients found in your very own kitchen.
Here are the Top 3 Common Ones:
Mix baking soda and water into a paste like texture. This mixture alleviates the itch and the swelling of the flea bite. Doing this is the most important thing to do when dealing with flea bites. This can be used on humans too.
Another kitchen ingredient you can use to remove ticks and fleas from your pet is vinegar. But which vinegar is popularly used? There are two: apple cider vinegar and distilled white vinegar. You can choose which one you will use on your pets.
Mix equal parts of vinegar and water in a bowl, then add a pinch of salt. Pour the vinegar, salt and water mix in a spray bottle. Spray directly onto your pet’s coat and leave for 5 minutes. Rinse off and you can shampoo your dog. Do not use the vinegar-salt-water mixture more than twice a week.
Some pet owners add baking soda to this for added repelling power. You can try that out if you like.
Who would have thought that your liquid dishwashing soap can get rid of these parasites? You only need to mix some water and liquid dishwashing soap then coat your dog’s fur with this solution. Let it soak through for 10 minutes. You can them comb the dead ticks and fleas away and rinse thoroughly with water.
There are other ways to get rid of ticks and fleas using kitchen ingredients, you just need to learn them.
But if all fails, you can check out several tick and flea prevention products readily available in the market today. Some of these products are Nexgard, Frontline, Sereto Collar, and Simparica.
Removing these pests in your home is a must so you know that your pet and especially your family is away from harm that ticks and fleas can bring.
Enjoy peace of mind,
Dr. Sixto Carlos, DVM, MS
Makati Dog and Cat Hospital
Serving Pet Parents near Mandaluyong, Makati, and BGC
“The St. Luke’s of Pet Hospitals” – from a Happy Client
Have you ever wondered if fleas bite people?
Has it crossed your mind that you or your family can also be a victim of flea bites?
You thought that having a dog and dealing with parasites is a one sided event. But you have to admit that nature does not work that way. Not all the time.
So to answer the question: Yes, fleas bite people.
And like dogs scratching the itchiness away, flea bites on human can also be itchy. This is because parasites like fleas are good carriers of bacteria that can cause diseases to pets and humans alike. And like dogs, flea bites on people will come out like red spots.
Though for humans if you are able to resist scratching, the red spots can go away after a few days. But for dogs, flea allergy can be a result of flea bites.
Dog Flea Allergy: Do You Know Your Dog Can Be Allergic To Fleas?
As mentioned above, do not scratch the flea bites on your skin. Put ice on the flea bite or run cold water on it. This is to lessen the tendency to scratch as cold water can numb the area. You have to do this repeatedly though to make it effective.
While getting rid of the fleas in your home, you can put on anti-flea sprays or lotions on your skin. Remember mosquito repellents? There are flea repellent for humans as well. These usually are with citrus, cedar or minty scents because fleas do not like them.
It is common knowledge that when you have dogs, you can expect at one time or another that you have to deal with ticks and fleas. Unless if you are a smart pet owner, you prevent them from coming in the first place. To prevent fleas biting humans, tick and flea prevention is always the key.
Enjoy peace of mind,
Dr. Sixto Carlos, DVM, MS
Makati Dog and Cat Hospital
Serving Pet Parents near Mandaluyong, Makati, and BGC
“The St. Luke’s of Pet Hospitals” – from a Happy Client
Tick And Flea Prevention: Why You Should Be Alarmed When Your Dog Scratches Too Much
Are tick and flea prevention products common in your news feed?
If you are a dog owner you probably came across tick and flea prevention more often than you would like. You can read them in any social media sites or you have shared some information about it one time or another.
Nevertheless, it is a topic few would want to talk about but are very much curious to learn more.
When you see your dog scratch, what do you do?
At first you might ignore it as it can be a natural instinct for your dog to do. But when you notice that your dog is scratching more than usual, you will check on the itchy spot.
You will see if there is something going on there: presence a parasite or red spot.
If either is visible, you should be wary already. If it is a tick or flea, you have to get rid of them using a tick or flea preventive. For red spots, you can use of over the counter products to get rid of the redness.
But if you are wise, you would bring your pet to the vet to know why there is redness on your dog’s skin. You will not just eliminate the symptom but the cause of it.
While you are there, you can also inquire on the best tick and flea prevention that your dog can have.
As a responsible pet owner, you have to know that some dogs can be allergic to fleas. Read more about flea allergy here.
There are many products on tick and flea prevention. Because these parasites are part of reality in owning pets. And having them in your homes is not a good sign.
So the next time you see your dog scratching too much or itching all over – bring to the vet as soon as you can. You do not only secure your pet’s health but your family’s as well.
Enjoy peace of mind,
Dr. Sixto Carlos, DVM, MS
Makati Dog and Cat Hospital
Serving Pet Parents near Mandaluyong, Makati, and BGC
“The St. Luke’s of Pet Hospitals” – from a Happy Client
Dog Red Patchy Skin: Why You Should Be Worried When You See It
There you go. After a challenging day at work, all you want to do is sit back and put up your tired legs on the soft couch. And as if on cue, your dog approaches, jumps up on the spot next to you and settles himself like an old friend.
Like a parent, you welcome the warmth of your dog snuggling next to you. You close your eyes for a bit and pet your dog like always on the neck where he likes it.
Oh wait! What’s that rough spot you felt?
So the parental instinct in you kicks in, check your dog and there you see: red patchy skin!
Your first reaction might be: What is this? Should I Worry? What should I do to get rid of this red rough patch?
As a responsible pet owner, you may think that a good dog shampoo will do. But after a few baths, the red patch is still there. And maybe it could have gone worse already.
So now you wonder, what could be wrong? What am I not doing right?
First of all, you have to understand that there are several causes for that red patchy skin on your dog.
> Food Allergens
> Environmental Allergens
> Flea Allergens
You can read more about it here: Dog Itchy Skin: 3 Reasons Your Dog Gets Itchy And What You Should Do About It
What you should know is that when the skin of your dog is in a red patchy state, it is an indication that you have to get them checked. Using a dog shampoo may just address the surface but will not get rid of the root cause.
It can never be emphasized enough especially when the the red patchy skin is caused by fleas. These parasites do not only affect your dog but your family and home as well. They can make your home their home and that can pose a big problem.
Flea infestation is real.
So when you see a red patchy skin on your dog, do not hesitate to go and see your veterinarian. Ask questions about fleas and ticks. Learn about the different ways to get rid of these parasites not just from your pet but from your home as well. Know the different tick and flea preventive available in the market today.
You can check out the popular ones such as Simparica, Nexgard and Frontline. And find out the best one for your dog.
Enjoy peace of mind,
Dr. Sixto Carlos, DVM, MS
Makati Dog and Cat Hospital
Serving Pet Parents near Mandaluyong, Makati, and BGC
“The St. Luke’s of Pet Hospitals” – from a Happy Client
For a pet owner, when your dog scratches, more often than not you would brush it off as a normal habit of your dog.
Like humans, dogs scratch off something that is itchy. And it’s a natural response to a stimuli.
During the summer months, you will notice that your dog may be scratching more than usual. Because parasites are taking advantage of your willingness to go on a vacation during the hot days and cool off to a far off place. Kidding.
But yes, fleas and ticks are on the rise during the summer. It is in these hot months that they get busy and increase their numbers. Working hard to make sure that they do not starve during the cooler months – remember the ant and grasshopper story?
Anyway, your dog may be trying to get rid of the itch by scratching themselves. But there are dogs that can be allergic to fleas. And you have to be aware if your dog may be one.
What does it mean to have dog flea allergy?
When a flea bites the dog’s skin, this will cause an itchy feeling to your furbaby. And the dog scratches it off to get relief. But if your dog has flea allergy, one flea bite is felt as if there were ten fleas biting at the same time. Imagine if there are more fleas on your dog?
Now, you have to understand that it is not just the bite that triggers the flea allergy. Dogs are reactive to the flea saliva. So the lingering itchy feel is caused by the leftover saliva on your dog’s skin.
If left untreated, you will know that your dog has flea allergy when there is appearance of red spots, bald spots and even wounds. Because of non-stop scratching off the itchy feel.
For pet owners who have more than one dog, you can differentiate which dog have flea allergy. One dog may have scabs already but the others do not have.
As a pet owner, one of your responsibilities is keeping your dog healthy and that includes free from ticks and fleas.
The best way to keep your pets from dog flea allergy is to avail of flea and tick preventives in the market today. Then from time to time you have to check the crevices in your homes to be sure that the fleas and ticks are not hiding there.
Fleas, during their egg, larvae, pupae and juvenile stages stay in the environment. They attack your dog during their adult stage. Lay their eggs on your dog and let it fall onto the ground for another life cycle.
But if it so happens that your dog is scratching more, then you have to bring your pup to the vet. Your vet will help you determine if your dog has flea allergy and recommend the right flea and tick preventive. It is not easy at is sounds but dog flea allergy can be taken cared of.
Ask your Veterinarian on what are the available Tick and Flea Treatment in the market today and is best for your dog.
Enjoy peace of mind,
Dr. Sixto Carlos, DVM, MS
Makati Dog and Cat Hospital
Serving Pet Parents near Mandaluyong, Makati, and BGC
“The St. Luke’s of Pet Hospitals” – from a Happy Client
Dog Skin Allergies: 3 Symptoms Of Skin Allergies On Your Dogs You Should Not Ignore!
Have you seen dogs do this like a daily habit?
If you are a pet owner, or live in an area with many dogs, you have seen many dogs do it like it’s normal.
Scratching and biting their skin like there really is something so itchy. That doing so will give somehow a temporary relief.
But what if it’s not normal anymore? That they are irritated and are hurt with all the scratching and biting that they do to their skin?
It could be that your furbaby already has dog skin allergy.
How do you know if your dog is already suffering from skin allergies?
Here are 3 common symptoms for Dog Skin Allergies:
When you see your dog scratching more than the usual then you should be concerned that skin allergy is taking place.
The increase in scratching is determined when your dog cannot stand being still for awhile without relieving their itch by scratching. Sometimes dogs tend to bite their paws and skin as well.
A common site of dog skin allergy is an itchy back or base of tail of your dog. Sometimes your dog gets frustrated reaching that area to scratch off the itch. And they use their sharp tooth to get rid of the irritation even temporarily.
When your dog chews its skin excessively, this can cause reddish, moist or scabbed skin. This is because dog saliva can turn your dog’s skin to pink and too much will make it red, moist or scabbed.
Now you know the 3 Dog Skin Allergies Symptoms. But there is more to this than just the itching and chewing. You have to find out the 3 types of Dog Skin Allergies. That will be discussed on the next article.
If your dog is experiencing any of the symptoms mentioned above, better to bring to the nearest vet. So you will not constantly worry of your dog’s condition.
Enjoy peace of mind,
Dr. Sixto Carlos, DVM, MS
Makati Dog and Cat Hospital
Serving Pet Parents near Mandaluyong, Makati, and BGC
“The St. Luke’s of Pet Hospitals” – from a Happy Client
Did your dog suddenly experience bloody diarrhea? Or lost appetite and yet vomiting? Or just not in his or her usual normal self and has fever?
Your pet may be a victim of the parvovirus.
And if left untreated this virus can kill your dog in less than 72 hours.
Not to scare you or anything but any responsible pet owner knows that Parvo virus can be fatal to your pet. And what makes it worse is because it is contagious. Your other dogs can be affected with the virus as well. Or your neighbor’s pet with parvovirus can pose a danger to your dogs.
Recently, the parvo cases that are brought to the hospital have increased. And that is not a good sign.
So what should you do to avoid the parvovirus from infecting your furbaby?
Q: Is the Parvovirus vaccine necessary?
Yes. The 5-n-1 Vaccination that includes Parvovirus vaccine is a recommended vaccination for your dog. This vaccine is the only way to keep your dog protected from distemper, parvo, hepatitis, leptospirosis and parainfluenza.
Q: I have a new puppy, how do I make sure that he or she does not get the parvovirus?
Puppies at least 6 weeks old can be given the 5-n-1 Vaccination that includes the Parvovirus Vaccine. Best if you got your pet’s vaccination record to know if the vaccine was already given.
If the puppy is less than the recommended age for the Parvovirus Vaccine, limit the exposure to other puppies or dogs that you are not sure has been vaccinated. Avoid bringing your puppy to places where unvaccinated dogs may be roaming and be exposed to parvovirus. Ex: public parks, village basketball courts, etc.
Q: My dog already had his Parvovirus vaccine during his first year, is that enough protection?
Adult dogs should be vaccinated with the Parvovirus vaccine every year. After the 4th shot at 15-17 weeks old, Parvovirus vaccine should then be given yearly after that.
Q: My dog is not feeling well lately and seem to be lethargic, does she have Parvovirus?
Whenever your dog is not doing well or not her normal active self, always bring to the vet. This is to make sure that your pet will be given proper medical attention and care that she needs. A test is done to check if your dog has parvo in the vet clinic or pet hospital.
If you have any more questions regarding the Parvovirus do not hesitate to ask. Just hit reply (comment) and we will answer your query. Or ask your vet for further details and discussion on this virus and its vaccine.
For more details on vaccination schedule you can check out the vaccination schedule here for dogs: Pet Vaccination Schedule
You have cats? Refer to this Cat Vaccination Schedule
The bottomline is to make sure that your dog is properly vaccinated from the start – from puppyhood to adulthood. For the first year there will a lot of vet visits but after that, you can bring in your pet for annual check-ups and include in it the vaccinations needed.
Some pet hospitals like Makati Dog and Cat Hospital offer Vet Home Service for your convenience.
Hope to see you soon in our pet hospital for your pet’s vaccination!
Enjoy peace of mind,
Dr. Sixto Carlos, DVM, MS
Makati Dog and Cat Hospital
Serving Pet Parents near Mandaluyong, Makati, and BGC
“The St. Luke’s of Pet Hospitals” – from a Happy Client
Fleas and Ticks Philippines: Simparica Dosage Guide For Your Furry Baby
Have you experienced it before?
You know, you wanted to buy a product for your pet only to find out that you got the wrong item.
Yes, you checked the product name and its use.
But you forgot to check one important thing: the weight of your pet.
More often than not when buying a pet product, pet owners just eye things out and not look into the details.
And it happens very often.
You have to understand that there are certain products that require that little important detail.
So it essential to keep track of your pet’s progress stats because they are actually useful: age, weight and breed.
When looking for a ticks and fleas treatment, there is no one generic product for all dogs. Yup, choosing a high quality ticks and fleas treatment for your beloved doggie requires the weight.
For the latest product in the market today, Simparica offers quick fleas and ticks treatment that last not just for 30 days but 35 days!
To know which one is for your fur baby, here is the guide for the Simparica Ticks and Fleas Treatment:
This could be an aha moment for you, right?
You now know which variety fits your dog. You’re welcome.
Why Simparica?
Simparica is a fuss-free monthly chewable tick and flea protection.
It acts as a strong and long-term shield that kills your dog’s unwanted guests, or more appropriately parasites .
More importantly, Simparica wards off new ones from staying, and gives you and your family peace of mind.
If you, your pet, your house need a quick relief from the pesky parasites for a longer period, you can try the new Simparica Dog and Flea Protection. It protects your pet from nasty tick and flea infestation not just 30 days but up to 35 days.
To order yours, call Ms. Mylez at these numbers: 896-6386 / 896-2860 / 0908-896-7113
Enjoy peace of mind,
Dr. Sixto Carlos, DVM, MS
Pet Happiness Expert
Makati Dog and Cat Hospital
Serving Pet Parents near Mandaluyong, Makati, and BGC
“The St. Luke’s of Pet Hospitals” – from a Happy Client