Pet owners in Orange County along with the rest of the world are always looking for ways to save a few dollars. Your pet’s doctor will be the first to tell you that medication is not the place to scrimp on spending.
Many people are under the impression that animals can take the same kinds of medications that they do. Over the counter medications should only be used according to the veterinarian’s directions. The use of some over the counter medications could prove to be lethal to your beloved pet.
Pets do not use the same types of dosages as their human counterparts. It would be quite easy to overdose your animal. If they have an undiagnosed condition the medications could have an adverse reaction.
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There are times when the use of over the counter medication is prescribed by a pet’s doctor. If this happens then it is important to follow the dosage instructions to the letter. Whatever you do please take them to their doctor and do not take their health care into your own hands.