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Well, cr@p! It looks like Zaccheus has Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease. It is in the very early stages, and we will be managing it for a while with anti-inflamatory drugs and joint support suppliments.
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My vet gave my baby angel Savannah an anti-inflamatory back in October or 2008.
She had an alergic reaction to the drug and her kidneys stopped functioning. That happened after 3 doses of 1/4 tablet. (Deramaxx)
It's been six months and I'm still crying every day.
Please watch Zaccheus closely and if there any sign of him being very lethargic and not feeling like even getting up, stop giving him the medication and contact his doctor.
I HAD that one in a few million little baby girl. I trusted the vet. Never gave a second thought to the risk the medication posed. Now my little Savannah angel is gone and I'm still grieving 6 months later..
Get on the internet. Research the complications that 'may' occur with EVERY medication the vet prescribes.
Decide if the risk is acceptable to you.
You WON'T always receive the sheet that contains all the contraindications on it. So make SURE you get that information and discuss any concerns about the medications with your vet.
The life you save may be that of Zaccheus.
Best of luck to you and little Zaccheus.