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Metacam
My dog has had a slight limp for the past couple of weeks.
The vet has ruled out any paw trouble, disk problems in the neck area, and has ruled out Lyme Disease. So she may just have a sore or sprained ankle for which the vet perscribed a weeks worth of Metacam. I did a Google search for Metacam, but didn't find any red flags or bad press. Do any of you have an opinion about Metacam either way? Thanks. |
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"David Sherman" wrote in message
... Do any of you have an opinion about Metacam either way? I've heard nothing but good about it. A friend's dog has been on Metacam for over a year and will be on it for life. He loves it (its honey flavored so no fighting to get the dog to take it) and has done well on it. -- Tara |
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David Sherman said in rec.pets.dogs.health:
Do any of you have an opinion about Metacam either way? My old girl was on it for the last month of her life (she died of ostesarcoma, bone cancer, that started in a back leg). Metacam was a wonder drug for her, she was able to walk comfortably and, for the first time in quite some while, actually initiated play with my younger dogs. I suspect, though, that the Metacam indirectly resulted in an earlier death - it masked the pain, leading to her greater activity and some massive swelling. She may have lived a few weeks longer, but there would have been no comparision as to quality of life in her last days. In your situation, I'd ask your vet if the Metacam might mask your dog's symptoms to the point where she wouldn't rest her injury. -- --Matt. Rocky's a Dog. |
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Even though it doesn't seem to have as severe side effects that Rimadyl and
Deramaxx to it is still an NSAID and as such you still have to watch for side effects of internal bleeding and liver or kidney damage. With any of these medications you must have labs drawn prior to starting and follow up regular labs have to be taken to be sure the dog is not developing liver or kidney problems from the medication. I am in no way against these meds they are a life saver for many dogs. My dog Barney lived comfortably for over 5 years first using Rimadyl then Deramaxx with no ill effects from either. But many dogs do have problems and it's because they are not monitored. Please don't assume it's completely safe it's only safe when used properly. Celeste "David Sherman" wrote in message ... My dog has had a slight limp for the past couple of weeks. The vet has ruled out any paw trouble, disk problems in the neck area, and has ruled out Lyme Disease. So she may just have a sore or sprained ankle for which the vet perscribed a weeks worth of Metacam. I did a Google search for Metacam, but didn't find any red flags or bad press. Do any of you have an opinion about Metacam either way? Thanks. |
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David Sherman said in rec.pets.dogs.health:
Howdy Wiz, You didn't answer legitimate responses to your questions, yet you found the time to converse with Howe. What's up with that? -- --Matt. Rocky's a Dog. |
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Rocky wrote on 3/1/05 1:50 PM:
David Sherman said in rec.pets.dogs.health: Howdy Wiz, You didn't answer legitimate responses to your questions, yet you found the time to converse with Howe. What's up with that? Quite right. I was just having a little fun with Wiz, and I didn't have much time. I am grateful for your response as well as Celeste. In your situation, I'd ask your vet if the Metacam might mask your dog's symptoms to the point where she wouldn't rest her injury. The vet made a point to tell me to keep my dog's exercise to a minimum for a few days because the meds it might make her feel better before the injury has a chance to heal. A year and a half Goldendoodle with a lot of energy and a pushover owner like me is hard to keep down, but I'm doing my best! Thanks again. |
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David Sherman said in rec.pets.dogs.health:
You didn't answer legitimate responses to your questions, yet you found the time to converse with Howe. What's up with that? Quite right. I was just having a little fun with Wiz, and I didn't have much time. Priorities, I guess. I am grateful for your response as well as Celeste. OK. -- --Matt. Rocky's a Dog. |
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