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Over the counter antihistamines for dogs

23 Friday Sep 2016

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NOTE: THE FOLLOWING IS FOR INFORMATION PURPOSES ONLY. PLEASE ENSURE YOU CHECK WITH YOUR VETERANARIAN BEFORE ADMINISTERING ANY MEDICATION

ARTICLE TAKEN FROM: http://cheyennewest.com/antihistamines-for-dogs-cats/

The following is a list of options for antihistamines that are known to be effective in dogs & cats. The name of the active ingredient is listed, with the name of a well known brand in parentheses. Also listed are approximate doses for different weights, and any precautions.
CAUTION: Do not purchase antihistamines that are combination products (multi-symptom, cold/flu medicines, decongestants, etc.), especially products that contain decongestants (often labeled with a D, as in “Zyrtec-D”). These products often contain a high level of stimulants that are toxic, even life-threatening, to animals. In addition, products containing acetaminophen (active ingredient in Tylenol) are deadly for cats.
ANTIHISTAMINES AVAILABLE “OVER-THE-COUNTER”
1) Clemastine (formerly “Tavist”) – One of the more effective choices. Unfortunately, the over the counter form of Tavist containing the antihistamine “clemastine” has become unavailable. Therefore, we carry this antihistamine in our in-house pharmacy, in the 1.34mg strength.
Available in: 1.34mg tablets, 2.68mg tablets, and 0.67mg/5ml liquid
Dosage:
DOG WEIGHT (in pounds)                          Dose (tablet = 1.34mg tablet)
5-15                                                            (liquid) 1-2cc or ¼ tablet twice daily
15-25                                                             ½ tablet twice daily
25-50                                                              1 tablet twice daily
50-70                                                             1 or 2 tablets twice daily
Over 70                                                           2 tablets twice daily
CATS: ¼ to ½ tablet once daily (1.34mg tablets). Very effective in cats
May cause: sedation, hyperactivity, or diarrhea (in cats only).
Discuss with your veterinarian if your pet has: Prostatic hypertrophy (intact male dogs), urinary or GI obstruction, or severe heart disease
NOTE: Do not confuse this product with a similar product called “Tavist N.D,”
which is a different type of antihistamine, and is less effective.
2) Diphenhydramine (“Benadryl”)
Available in: 12.5mg children’s tablets, 25mg caplet, and 12.5mg/5ml liquid (liquid not recommended if it contains alcohol)
Dosage:
DOG WEIGHT (in pounds)                          Dose (tablet = 12.5mg, caplet = 25mg)
5-10                                                            ½ children’s tablet twice daily
10-15                                                             1 children’s tablet 2-3 times daily
15-35                                                             1 caplet 2-3 times daily
35-50                                                             1 or 2 caplets 2-3 times daily
50-80                                                             2 or 3 caplets 2-3 times daily
Over 80                                                          3 or 4 caplets 2-3 times daily
CATS: Generally not recommended. Clemastine, Chlorpheniramine and Cyproheptadine are more effective.
May cause: sedation, hyperactivity, diarrhea (rare), vomiting (rare), or loss of appetite (rare).
Discuss with your veterinarian if your pet has: glaucoma, GI or urinary obstruction, COPD (chronic lung disease), hyperthyroidism, seizure disorders, heart disease or high blood pressure.
NOTE: Do not use Diphenhydramine products that contain any other active ingredients (like acetaminophen). These other products are potentially toxic to your pet (especially cats!).
3) Chlorpheniramine (“Chlor Trimeton”)
Available in:  4mg tablets , and 2mg/5ml liquid
Dosage:
DOG WEIGHT (in pounds)                          Dose (based on 4mg tablet )
5-10                                                            1/4-1/2 tablet 2-3 times daily
10-20                                                            1/2 to 1 tablet 2-3 times daily
20-40                                                            1 to 2 tablets 2-3 times daily
40-60                                                            2 to 4 tablets 2-3 times daily
Over 60                                                         4 to 6 tablets 2-3 times daily
CATS: 1-4 mg per cat once or twice daily. Very effective in cats.
May cause: sedation or hyperactivity.
Discuss with your veterinarian if your pet has: glaucoma, high blood pressure, GI or urinary obstruction, hyperthyroidism, heart disease.
NOTE: Do not use chlorpheniramine products that contain any other active ingredients (like acetaminophen). These other products are potentially toxic to your pet (especially cats!).
4) Cetirazine (Zyrtec – Reactine)
This may be the best antihistamine for eosinophillic inflammation (one of the primary cell types associated with allergies). It is a formerly prescription-only medication that is now available over the counter.
Available in: 5mg and 10mg tablets
Dosage:
DOG WEIGHT (in pounds)                          Dose
Less than 15                                                One 5mg tablet once daily
15-39                                                          5mg twice daily, or 10mg once daily
Over 40                                                       10mg twice daily
CATS: 5mg ½ to 1 tablet 1 or 2 times daily.
May cause: Hyperexcitability in dogs
NOTE: Twice daily dosing is often needed.

Terry’s Beef Stir Fry

21 Wednesday Sep 2016

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Ingredients

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  • 1 cup Water
  • 3 Tbsp Condensed Beef Broth (or substitute water and condensed beef broth for 1 cup of actual beef broth)
  • 3 Tbsp Soya Sauce
  • 3 Cloves of crushed garlic
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
  • 1 Tbsp cornstarch (2 tsp of Xanthan Gum)
  • 1 tsp sesame seed oil
  • 1 tsp canola oil
  • Beef cut into thin strips
  • Vegetables of your choice

Directions

  1. Put water, beef broth, soya sauce, pepper flakes and cornstarch or xanthan gum (into a measuring cup)
  2. In a pan, add canola oil. bring up heat and fry beef strips until tender.
  3. Remove beef from pan
  4. Add vegetables and garlic and cook until tender add sesame seed oil
  5. Add beef to vegetables and pour in broth mixture
  6. Stir until broth thickens
  7. Coat mixture with thickened broth
  8. Cover on low until tender

If on a Keto diet, serve over “cauliflower rice”, spagetti squash
For standard diet, serve over rice or noodles

Enjoy

Terry’s Stuffed Pasta Shells or Cannelloni Rolls

19 Monday Sep 2016

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Ingredients

  • 18 – large pasta shells (from 16-oz package)
  • 1 – container (15 oz) whole-milk ricotta cheese
  • 1 – large egg, slightly beaten
  • 1/4 to 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (depends on how intense you like the flavour)
  • 1-2 cups frozen cut leaf spinach, thawed, squeezed to drain and chop
    (optional) 1 cup chopped cooked chicken  or shrimp
  • 1 jar (26 oz) tomato pasta sauce (or use your own homemade sauce)
  • 2 cups shredded Mozzarella (8 oz) or more

Directions

  1. Cook your pasta shells until alla dante (don’t overcook them as they will be baked)
  2. Combine ricotta, egg, Parmesan cheese, spinach and optional chicken or shrimp and stuff cooked pasta shells (alla dante).
  3. Put enough tomato pasta sauce to line the bottom of a baking dish and add the pasta shells.
  4. Drizzle tomato sauce over the tops of the pasta shells and put Mozzarella over top of all the shells.(Don’t put too much sauce on top of the shells, just spoon a little for added flavour)
  5. Bake at 375 degrees F. for 30-45 minutes depending on size of dish.

You can use the filling for rolled cannelloni by spreading it over fresh pasta sheets and roll the sheets like a jelly roll and place them in a baking dish lined with pasta sauce and then add the mozzarella over top along with the remaining tomato sauce and bake Bake at 375F. degrees for 30-45.

Lise’s Roasted Chickpeas

18 Sunday Sep 2016

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Ingredients

  • 2-19 oz cans chickpeas, drained, rinsed and patted dry
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 3/4 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • Optional: Add a pinch of your favourite dried herbs
    (ie. Presidents Choice Sun-dried Tomato and Herb or Mrs Dash or Herbamare)

Directions

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Line baking tray with parchment paper or tinfoil. Then spray with cooking oil
  • Spread chickpeas over lined baking tray and bake for 45 minutes. Turn every 15 minutes.
  • Mix chili powder, olive oil, sea salt and cumin together in a bowl.
  • Add chickpeas to chili mixture
  • They are at their best eaten warm. Put the rest into a bag and refrigerate

Enjoy

 

Aunt Terry-Lynn’s Carrot/Pasta Salad

10 Saturday Sep 2016

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  • 1 lb sliced carrots
  • 1 onion cut into rings
  • 1 green pepper
  • 1/2 cup celery

Dressing

  • 1/2 cup vinegar
  • 3/4 cup oil
  • 1 cup sugar or sugar substitute (Splenda)
  • 1 10 oz. can tomato soup
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp pepper

1/2 package of pasta twists
Cook carrots til tender. Slice onions into rings. Cut green pepper into pieces. Chop celery. Add vinegar, oil, sugar, tomato soup, salt and pepper to  cooked pasta twists

So it begins

23 Wednesday Oct 2013

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So what do I do now? What have I gotten myself into this time. Create a WordPress blog they say…everyone is doing it, but what to blog about, I say. As someone that has walked the walk and heard the talk of many a fellow, I felt that sharing our experiences in what works for us in life would be a good start. How do you deal with everyday trials and tribulations. How do we get through and in some cases push through the day. I hope this blog becomes a resource for those who wish to share their experiences and help make a difference in someones life.