Vet assistant fact of the day.

Never, ever give your dogs human medications that haven't been prescribed by your veterinarian.

I don't care what Facebook or your breeder says. DON'T DO IT.
Some human medicines do translate into animals, albeit for different purposes at very different dosages.

Some human medicines are toxic to animals and shouldn't be given in any amount.
Example: Do NOT give dogs or cats Tylenol. Acetomenophen toxicity is a real thing.

You know what's more expensive than a prescription for an appropriate medication from a vet?

Trying to avoid going to the vet by poisoning your animal with Tylenol
To the woman who called and asked if she could give her dog one of her own Xanax:

1. No
2. I love your chaotic energy
3. Please tell me you asked BEFORE you did it

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How do I know waken to take my pet to the emergency hospital?

What constitutes an emergency?
Immediate threats to life and body that can't wait until the next time you can see a GP, even if it's not your regular vet.

Examples:
*Not breathing
*Not drinking/vomiting/diarrhea to the point of dehydration
*Open wound injuries
*Eating solid or toxic objects
*Heat exhaustion
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