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Acetaminophen (Tylenol®, paracetamol, APAP, N-acetylparaminophenol) is used for pain in fever in humans. Acetaminophen should NEVER be given to a cat under any circumstances. Cats are especially sensitive to acetaminophen, are more vulnerable to poisoning, and develop symptoms at much lower doses than dogs.
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Acetaminophen (Tylenol, paracetamol, APAP, N-acetylparaminophenol) is used for pain in fever in humans, and may be recommended for dogs in low doses, but should only ever be given under the direction of a veterinarian. Young and small dogs have a higher risk for toxicity.
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Acute hemorrhagic diarrhea syndrome (AHDS), formerly known as hemorrhagic gastroenteritis, is characterized by vomiting and bloody diarrhea in dogs. AHDS is believed to be caused by a bacterium that is part of the normal gut flora and can produce toxins and enzymes that can damage the intestinal lining and blood vessels.
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Acute kidney injury (AKI) is the sudden failure of the kidneys to perform normal filtration duties. Clinical signs, potential causes, diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis are outlined in this handout.
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Acute kidney injury (AKI) is the sudden failure of the kidneys to perform normal filtration duties. Clinical signs, potential causes, diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis are outlined in this handout.
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Acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS), also known as shock lung, is a life-threatening complication of critical illness in cats, such as systemic infection, systemic disease, severe trauma, or near-drowning. Treatment involves targeting the underlying cause while supporting the cat's compromised lung function.
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Acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS), also known as shock lung, is a life-threatening complication of critical illness in dogs, such as systemic infection, systemic disease, severe trauma, or near-drowning. Treatment involves targeting the underlying cause while supporting the dog's compromised lung.
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Exposure to ethanol (also called ethyl alcohol) by ingestion, inhalation, or skin absorption can lead to alcohol poisoning. Isopropanol (isopropyl alcohol/rubbing alcohol) and methanol (methyl alcohol) can also cause alcohol poisoning. Early intervention is key to successful treatment of alcohol poisoning.
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Amitraz is a topical insecticide found in flea collars, sprays, dips, and other topical spot-on or pour-on products used to control ticks, mites, and other parasites. It is used in dogs and farm animals, and is found in products used to control parasites on various crops. Amitraz is not recommended for use on cats as they are extremely sensitive to this insecticide.
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Amitraz is a topical insecticide found in flea collars, sprays, dips, and other topical spot-on or pour-on products used to control ticks, mites, and other parasites. Dogs can be poisoned if they ingest amitraz or are given a treatment intended for another species.
