Dogs with severe spinal cord injuries sometimes lose the ability to urinate on their own. Prazosin is a medication that helps relax the bladder and reduce urinary sphincter tone, making it easier for dogs and cats to urinate, or for owners to assist with bladder expression. In most cases, prazosin is prescribed for short-term use. Dosing This medication … Read morePrazosin (Minipress)
Methocarbamol is a muscle relaxant and mild sedative that works on neurons in the spinal cord. It is commonly used to reduce muscle spasms in conditions such as spinal or nerve injuries, especially in the neck region. Methocarbamol is considered an adjunctive medication, meaning it is usually part of multimodal pain management, rather than used alone. It may provide … Read moreMethocarbamol
Acepromazine is a tranquilizer commonly used to sedative for anxious dogs, or to help pets stay calm post-operatively or during stressful events. It is usually prescribed short-term, such as immediately after surgery, to ensure your pet rests adequately and does not harm themselves during recovery. Dose Recommendation Acepromazine can be given as needed, up to every 6 hours to … Read moreAcepromazine
Trazodone is a serotonin modulator used to reduce anxiety and promote calmness in dogs, most commonly during cage confinement after surgery or injury. It can also be used for pets experiencing stress during travel, veterinary visits, fireworks or thunderstorms. Trazodone can also be used long-term for dogs with generalized anxiety. Dosing Trazodone can be given as needed, up to every … Read moreTrazodone
