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Hi there I'm looking at giving my dogs multivitamins on a daily basis, and was just wondering if anyone has a preferred pet brand multivitamin such as vetbasix or aristopet? I also have just purchased some of the vetbasix (Rudducks) vitamin tablets for the first time. Upon opening the container I've noticed a large ball like bundle of a plastc wool of some sort sitting atop the tablets between them, and the lid. I'm just wondering if they're meant to come like this, and if so what purpose does this plastic wool of sorts serve. Thanks Bingo

Hi jinx I know its a old post know but I noticed you mention vetbasix vitamins in your reply I've just purchased some myself and was wondering if yours also came with a bunch of a plastic wool like substance stuffed in the container if so do you know what it's use is? Thanks Bingo

You need to be cautious if giving cod liver oils as they contain high amounts of vitamin A http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cod_liver_oil

I like the look of the Peticure http://www.peticure.com/demos.html The following link is for the peticure safe guard it's self, and a list of Dremel rotary tools it fits they also have packs of filing bands available too: http://www.peticure-grooming.com/Peticure-...ard_p_0-14.html There is also a Dremel rotary tool available thats called a 9.6v Multi Pro which looks like the exact same thing as the Peticure Elite model but I cant seem to find any shops selling them in Australia yet only the more expensive lithium version. http://www.hobbycentre.com.au/DREMEL08.html

Your best bet is to see a vet your dogs anal sacs are most likely compacted or infected which could require emptying and antibiotics or worst case scenario removal all together. These sacs were a form of protection from predators that are no longer needed. They were used to deter predators during an attack almost exactly the same as a skunks do now days. They need regular expressing some of which occurs during the passing of stool. I wouldn't attempt it myself but ask your vet to do it for you during a check up, vaccination, etc. http://www.raisingspot.com/health_care/dog_anal_gland.php http://www.expertvillage.com/video/8453_do...sics-glands.htm

I've found Natures Vet Paws and Claws fish oil to be reasonably priced I just poke the end of the capsule with a tooth pick and let my dogs lick the drips of the end. This fish oil is made especially for cats and dogs but if you ask a vet they will tell you that you can use human grade fish oil. I think the dose for the human stuff is one 1000mg cap per 10kg body weight (just the same as the Paws and Claws) I would go with the regular non odorless stuff though because your dog will probably like it more, and who knows what they use to make it odorless. I also use Natures Vet Joint Guard liver Treats it's the only form of glucosamine my dog likes the taste of. http://www.naturevet.com.au/ProductMainPage.aspx http://www.vetnpetdirect.com.au/product.ph...=303&page=1 http://www.vetnpetdirect.com.au/product.ph...=303&page=1

OK, do you know or recommend any particular size capsule for small dogs around 8kg thanks

Yeah it's a good idea and he really likes pan fried liver but i imagine being a smaller breed of dog he would soon chomp into one and figure it out.

Just wondering if anyone has any further information or experiences in relation to giving small dogs capsules, pills, tablets etc. that they'd like to share any input is appreciated.

I don't have any problems using fish oil he doesn't seem to mind either thanks anyway.

I'm not actually using metamucil I only put that in there so people would know what I'm talking about. Like you suggest I am using the actual psyllium husks. He isn't really like most dogs who are food obsessed so notice's if I add anything to it very picky!! I think this is partly due his irritable bowel which ruins his appetite he's really careful about what he eats as I'm sure he doesn't like getting the runs. Thank you for your imput.

Thanks for the reply I have tried liquid protexin in his food but he doesn't like the taste I have also tried syringing it into his mouth which works but is inconvenient. Thanks for the try anyway.

Hi there, I have a miniature poodle who suffers from irritable bowel. I have tried giving him Protexin (probiotics) and Psyllium husks (Metamucil) sprinkled on his food but he refuses to eat it after doing so. I have resorted to dissolving the protexin in water and syringing it into his mouth which is a hassle but it gets results. I'm now considering purchasing a self encapsulating machine some of which are made by Cap M Quick or Capsuline to combat the problem. The only dilemma I face now is knowing what size capsule he would be capable of having on a daily or twice daily basis. Note given the nature of the two supplements dosage amount is not that critical a little bit more or a little less isn't going to do him any harm the most important thing is that he gets it on a daily basis. I'm more after the actual physical size of the capsule he would be capable of having on a daily or twice daily basis rather than the actual amount. He weighs around 7.5kg and has been known to almost gulp down Smako treats whole. I wouldn't be looking at using anything over a size 0 capsule I'm more leaning towards the smaller size 1 or 2 variety. If there's anyone out there who has some knowledge on the matter that may be of some help please don't hesitate to reply. P.S. I also recently got him some Paws and Claws fish oil by Nature Vet and they recommend 1 capsule per 10kg of body weight a day which I give to him by piercing it with a toothpick and letting him lick the drips of the end of the capsule as I squeeze it. I haven't tried to make him swallow one whole but I imagine it would be awfully hard for him as they are the exact same size as human fish oil capsules. Just thought I add this as it may help you understand my question a little better.