I asked around about ivermectin instead of fenbendazole for worming my dog and there was something negative about using ivermectin on dogs...some liver issue that possibly ivm is too strong or cannot be properly metabolized for dogs. Please research before making assumptions. I will try to find my source from a few months ago but what I DO remember is that it was a no-go for dogs, so I dropped the topic.
Every month, I give my two dogs (one GSD and the other a mix of similar size) a Heartguard Plus chew, which consists of a blend of IVM (272 mcg) and Pyrantel (227 mg). No issues for years.
According to the package insert (not blank, ha!) certain dogs in the Collie breed can have some adverse reactions to IVM at high doses. (they consider "high" to be 16x a "target" dose.)
I'm working on the assumption that veterinarian phama isn't trying to kill animals at the same level of intensity they're trying to kill all of us humans.
Have you seen how they do shots for large dogs vs cats and small dogs? They give the same dose to small animals as the big ones and its required by law. My vet started tracking where he gave shots to animals and where they later developed cancers and found disturbing correlations.
I give the doggo ivermectin after reading the ingredients of medication that costs $200-$300 for a 6 month supply. I already have ivermectin for my livestock.
His itching disappeared and hasn't had a problem with hot spots since discontinuing the major brand. Vet gave him a clean bill of health after saying he would have years of expensive health issues.
Asked what I did, and I just told her I changed meds from what she was offering.
He doesn't seem as allergic to grass as he used to be either. Short haired dog problems.
The only problem I've heard of, is that ivm is very effective at killing heart worms. If your dog already has heart worms bad, ivm will kill them and leave the "tubes" where the heart worms were. You can see that this is a huge problem to have open tubes all through the heart. If your dog is worm free you should be fine. I am not a vet.
It is a specific breed of dog that should not have Ivermectin. I believe it was shepard type dogs. I will see if I can find the link I read that had the specifics.
My pleasure. It is our responsibility to take great care of our friends. They rely on us to keep them healthy and safe. Unconditional love comes with a great responsibility. 🐕🦺
Please look into fendendazole! It's even better than ivermectin at fighting cancer! https://www.mycancerstory.rocks/
I asked around about ivermectin instead of fenbendazole for worming my dog and there was something negative about using ivermectin on dogs...some liver issue that possibly ivm is too strong or cannot be properly metabolized for dogs. Please research before making assumptions. I will try to find my source from a few months ago but what I DO remember is that it was a no-go for dogs, so I dropped the topic.
There are certain breeds that can be affected negatively by ivermectin but I use it on my dog no issues
Every month, I give my two dogs (one GSD and the other a mix of similar size) a Heartguard Plus chew, which consists of a blend of IVM (272 mcg) and Pyrantel (227 mg). No issues for years.
According to the package insert (not blank, ha!) certain dogs in the Collie breed can have some adverse reactions to IVM at high doses. (they consider "high" to be 16x a "target" dose.)
I'm working on the assumption that veterinarian phama isn't trying to kill animals at the same level of intensity they're trying to kill all of us humans.
Have you seen how they do shots for large dogs vs cats and small dogs? They give the same dose to small animals as the big ones and its required by law. My vet started tracking where he gave shots to animals and where they later developed cancers and found disturbing correlations.
I give the doggo ivermectin after reading the ingredients of medication that costs $200-$300 for a 6 month supply. I already have ivermectin for my livestock. His itching disappeared and hasn't had a problem with hot spots since discontinuing the major brand. Vet gave him a clean bill of health after saying he would have years of expensive health issues. Asked what I did, and I just told her I changed meds from what she was offering. He doesn't seem as allergic to grass as he used to be either. Short haired dog problems.
The only problem I've heard of, is that ivm is very effective at killing heart worms. If your dog already has heart worms bad, ivm will kill them and leave the "tubes" where the heart worms were. You can see that this is a huge problem to have open tubes all through the heart. If your dog is worm free you should be fine. I am not a vet.
It is a specific breed of dog that should not have Ivermectin. I believe it was shepard type dogs. I will see if I can find the link I read that had the specifics.
https://nationalpurebreddogday.com/ivermectin-is-your-dog-at-risk/
I found it. See above for breed listing of dogs that may have adverse reactions to ivermectin
Super info, thank you
My pleasure. It is our responsibility to take great care of our friends. They rely on us to keep them healthy and safe. Unconditional love comes with a great responsibility. 🐕🦺
Yeah how do these two options fit?