My vet put my dog on Apoquel. What does that mean?
As we all know, occassional itching is a fact of life for dogs.
However allergies (fleas, environmental, food and contact) and the condition of your dogs skin (infection, dryness, oilyness) may sometimes cause more frequent or constant itching and scratching, with changes in skin colouration, changes to body odor and hair loss indicating a serious condition in your dog.
So what does all of this mean? Don’t fret…...
Prescription FAQs
Q. Can I purchase a prescription medicine without a prescription?
A. You must have a valid written prescription from an Australian veterinarian. The prescription indicates the dose, dosage frequency and duration that your pet requires the medicine and other important information our Dispensing Pharmacists need to dispense your order. If you don't have a prescription, you'll need to ask your vet. Read more on how to ask your vet for a prescription here . We are requi...
Compounding veterinary medicines uses the latest veterinary knowledge and state-of- the-art technology, allowing specially trained veterinary pharmacy professionals to prepare customized medications to meet your pet's specific needs. Veterinary compounding is an essential part of the veterinary pharmacy profession and was a standard means of providing prescription medications for pets and other animals before animal drugs began to be produced in mass quantities by veterinary pharmaceutical manufacturers...
Are all itching dogs good candidates for Apoquel?
That’s a question many dog owners ask themselves. You’ve probably asked yourself that too.
All dogs are different. Just like we have different reactions to drugs, dogs can also experience a wide range of reactions to medications. Do your own research and educate yourself on the benefits and risks. This will help you make the best decision for your dog.
For dogs that suffer with severe allergy sym...
Tutorials
Need a reminder on how to help your pet?
Absorbing your vet's direction can sometimes be hard - emotional stress, complex information, and information overload can be distracting. We've shared a few videos, produced by premier GapOnly® partners, Veterinary Specialist Services , each designed to help you retain and reinforce the valuable knowledge from your Vet.
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