A Michael Broad Blog
Have you tried Canna Companion on your cat? I have not and am looking for reviews. Canna Companion is a blend of hemp. Hemp is a variety of the Cannabis sativa plant species. The idea is for the animal to take advantage of the medical benefits of the cannabis plant while taking away the …
The majority of kitty guardians regard pets as family members, therefore it’s understandable when one of our fur “kids” seems under the weather, we promptly seek the services and advice from the cat’s family doctor; the “family” veterinarian. Depending on the results of a thorough examination and testing, veterinarians often prescribe necessary medications. But …
In the UK an ever increasing number of cats and dogs are being given antidepressants because they are being left alone for hours at a time by their owners. This information comes from veterinarians. They said that it was becoming increasingly common for owners to administer drugs to their cats and dogs to treat …
Convenia, a long-acting injectable antibiotic, is very convenient. As is apparent, the drug’s name is based on its convenience. It works for up to 2 weeks. But is it worth the risk? Are you sacrificing safety for convenience? Will your cat pay a heavy price for a medicine which is convenient to you? I think this is quite …
Although in traditional medical circles using marijuana to treat people remains a controversial topic, why can’t this popular weed help alleviate the constant suffering and intractable pain that is endured by companion animals who are terminally ill? Colorado and Washington State have already legalized the recreational use of marijuana. Thousands of people are taking …
Amitriptyline (Elavil) is administered to cats with ‘behavior disorders’ such as inappropriate urination and destructive behavior and for medical conditions such as cystitis, separation anxiety and more. It is an anticholinergic drug. It inhibits acetylcholine activity. Acetylcholine is a neurotransmitter (a chemical transmitter). In people, amitriptyline is used for all kinds of conditions such as …
This is a stub in Wikipedia language meaning a very short post which can be extended by someone who knows more or who can find out more. One reason why there are fewer medications and drugs for cats than for dogs is the lack of financial incentive “for companies to go through FDA approval …
Cat valium – Photo by Fox Fotography (Flickr) Is your cat a “valium cat”? I ask because I have just seen a video of Russell Brand being interviewed on American TV. He is a British comedian who seems to be trying to break into the American market, the most lucrative market for actors and …
