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Originally Posted by kalina82   there are over 70 MILLION dogs in the USA. once again i ask you to look at the big picture here and not the unprofessional, non peer reviewed websites on the internet. that's all i'm going to say on this matter. |
I totally agree! All of the posts advising people not to listen to their vets about prescribed medications frightens me. ALL medications have side effects....that has been long established, whether for humans or animals. As you said, there are SO many dogs and so few people (percentage wise) whose pups have actually suffered from the side effects of the meds that were prescribed. Just because one or even ten dogs had side effects does not mean that a medication is bad or dangerous for all dogs.
Sometimes certain medications need to be given and the majority of vets look at the entire history of the pup and whether or not a certain medication is contraindicated. It is always good for a pet owner to be aware of medications and read about the pros and cons of giving them....and then, consult with their vet.
I have seen people suggest that a person give Tramadol to a dog that was prescribed Rimadyl. These are two different medications...often Rimadyl is indicated because the need to reduce inflammation is there...which will in turn help with pain. Tramadol only works for pain.
It does not sound like this pup died from an NSAID...surely something was going on. We don't have enough information to assume anything.