These lesions can appear within minutes and predominantly occur when allergic reactions within the skin cause a sensation of itchiness or pain. The dog attempts to alleviate the hot spot by licking, chewing, or scratching which leads to trauma and further inflammation to the skin. 
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The most common causes for hot spot development in dogs are allergic conditions associated with: flea allergies, atopy, food allergy, parasites mange, anal gland problems, clipping and grooming which can cause localized inflammation of the skin, or skin infection. Yeast infections, drug reactions, and autoimmune disorders are less commonly the cause of hot spots.
Regardless of the subsequent choices for topical and/or systemic treatment of the hot spot, all the fur covering and immediately surrounding the lesion must be clipped or shaved. In many cases, sedation or a topical anesthetic is required to perform this task because of the sensitivity and pain associated with the lesion. Once the hair is removed, the lesion is gently washed with an antimicrobial shampoo such as Universal Medicated Shampoo by Vet Solutions. Care should be taken to ensure that all residual soap is removed and the lesion should be gently patted dry. Many dogs need to wear a protective device, such as an Elizabethan collar, to prevent incessant chewing, licking or scratching that will produce further trauma to the hot spot and delay healing.

 

Dogs that recover from hot spots frequently go on to develop recurring lesions related to the primary underlying cause i.e. allergy, parasites, etc.. Therefore, identification and elimination of the factors that contribute to hot spot formation are essential for controlling the development of these lesions.
Let VetApprovedRx help you find the best solution to relieve your dog's hot spots and skin allergies.  If your pet requires a medication/treatment that you do not see offered please call us at:1.877.847.7389 and we will do our best to locate the product at the best possible price.

Antifungal medications kill or slow the growth of fungi and yeast which can infect internal organs or the skin and ears. These products are designed to effectively fight against both dermatophytosis and dermatomycosis infections.

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The symptoms of fungal disease in pets is determined by the invading microbe and whether it causes a systemic infection or whether it stays limited to a certain part of your pet's body. In order to provide a definite diagnosis, we recommend taking your pet to your Veterinarian. Your Veterinarian can do a culture and  determine which organism is causing your pet's condition. Microscopic identification, serology tests or in some cases your pet may be experiencing obvious symptoms that will indicate the correct treatment.   Typical symptoms may include: Increased sebum production, causing greasy skin and coat, Foul odor skin, mouth or there area with an overgrowth of yeast cells, Thick creamy or yellow discharges from the mouth, nose, ears, rectum or vagina or Skin rashes or Lesions, Sneezing and Difficulty breathing.
 Antifungals often have to be given for longer periods of time than antibiotics, since fungi can be more difficult to control.  Often pet owners make a common mistake when treating a fungal infection by not completing the treatment.  It is important to to provide the medicine to your pet through the full duration of the treatment, regardless of whether your pet's symptoms are gone or have improved. This will ensure that all of the fungus is eliminated.
 If your pet requires a medication/treatment that you do not see offered please call us at:1.877.847.7389 and we will do our best to locate the product at the best possible price.

 

At VetApprovedRx we offer clients and their pet's suffering from arthritis these medication Rimadyl, Novox, Deramaxx, Previcox, and joint supplements Dasuquin, Phycox, and Cosequin. 

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As our pets age often they develop subtle signs that tell us that they may be in pain and may be developing arthritis. The most common signs of arthritis in dogs are: slow to rise, or difficulty standing up, decreased activity, slow or difficulty to climb stairs, lameness or limping. Also, dogs with arthritis can act like people with lameness or limping that with activity they warm-out of the lameness their joints improve as they use them. Often strenuous activity can result in prolonged periods of recovery or more severe lameness. Arthritis is an unfortunately a progressive disease and treatment with NSAIDSnon-steroidal anti inflammatories, like Rimadyl, Novox, Deramaxx, and Previcox can alleviate clinical signs of arthritis. Joint support supplements help to protect the joints from further damage and increase joint fluid viscosity which provides better lubrication for the joints. VetApprovedRx offers these joint support products  Dasuquin, Phycox and Cosequin.

Rimadyl, Novox, Deramaxx, Previcox, Dasuquin, Phycox, Cosequin

Treatment with NSAIDS like Rimadyl will decrease inflammation in the joint and will provide pain relief for your pet. NSAIDS will typically work quickly to help your pet feel better and can be given on a regular daily basis or as needed. Joint supplements need to be given for several weeks before your pet receives the most benefit from these products. It also, must be given continuously for your pet to receive the benefits of this product. Dasuquin, Phycox and Cosequin are supplements and do not require a prescription from your veterinarian but you should let your veterinarian know that your pet is taking these products and any supplements you are giving your pet. NSAIDS, Rimadyl, Novox, Deramaxx, and Previcox are prescription products and your veterinarian will do periodic blood work to make sure that your pet is healthy while they are taking this type of medication. At VetApprovedRx we provide Rimadyl, Novox, Deramaxx and Previcox to help your pet with pain and inflammation associated with arthritis and we offer Dasuquin, Phycox, and Cosequin to help your pet have healthier joints.
If your pet requires a medication/treatment that you do not see offered please call us at:1.877.847.7389 and we will do our best to locate the product at the best possible price.

nbsp In addition to their personality they have instinctual behaviors and behaviors they have developed as a means to adapt to their environment and conditions.  Just like us, they have developed good habits and some bad habits.  Animal behavior problems or 'bad habits' are very common and can strain your relationship and enjoyment of your pet.---

 Behavior problems are one of the biggest reasons that people give up their animals or treat them harshly. By treating behavior problems we can enhance the relationship between a person and their companion animal and prevent further damage.  At VetApprovedRx we recommend discussing your pet's behavior problems with your Veterinarian or with an Animal Behaviorist.  We offer a variety of products that can assist you helping your pet with their behavior problems.

If your pet requires a medication/treatment that you do not see offered please call us at:1.877.847.7389 and we will do our best to locate the product at the best possible price.

Dental hygiene is as important to your pet's overall health as nutrition and exercise. Dental disease can lead to all sorts of major health issues for animals. Gum inflammation and tooth loss can be very painful to your animals and costly to treat, but they also can lead to more serious conditions, including damage to the heart, lungs and kidneys.---

 

Surprisingly, dental disease is the number one diagnosed problem in dogs. It is essential for your dog's health that they get good oral care both professionally and at home.

 

At VetApprovedRx we recommend that good oral care include regular veterinarian visits. Ask your Veterinarian for a dental exam for your pet which can identify any potential oral problems such as plaque buildup, tartar, gingivitis, periodontal disease, and fractured or abscessed teeth.

 

VetApprovedRx offers dental hygiene products that are effective and are recommended by Veterinarians.

If your pet requires a medication/treatment that you do not see offered please call us at:1.877.847.7389 and we will do our best to locate the product at the best possible price.

 

 

Proper identification of the invader is required for quick and easy treatment.  We recommend consulting your Veterinarian for proper identification.

We offer a variety of Vet recommended products that treat the most common worm and parasite infections in pets.

If your pet requires a medication/treatment that you do not see offered please call us at:1.877.847.7389 and we will do our best to locate the product at the best possible price.

Most ear infections in adults are caused by bacteria and yeast. Ear mites are common  in puppies and adults. Regardless of the cause of the ear infection, the symptoms of an ear problem are similar to one another. Typical symptoms of an ear problem are: Scratching and rubbing at the ears, head shaking, you may also notice an abnormal odor from the ear or see redness or swelling, hair loss and/or scabs around the face, ears and neck [as a result of scratching at their ears].  For proper treatment, we recommend that you see your Veterinarian to determine the actual cause of your pet's ear problem.

At VetApprovedRx we offer the same trusted products that you Veterinarian will offer in their clinic to treat your pet's condition.

If your pet requires a medication/treatment that you do not see offered please call us at:1.877.847.7389 and we will do our best to locate the product at the best possible price.

Common signs that your pet is suffering from an eye problem area: water or discharge from the eye[s], red inflamed or cloudy eye[s], pawing or rubbing eyes, squinting, rubbing head on floor, sensitivity to light or swollen eye[s].
Quick diagnosis is required, VetApprovedRx recommends seeing your Veterinarian for proper diagnosis of any eye problem.
We offer the most common eye medications at affordable prices.

If your pet requires a medication/treatment that you do not see offered please call us at:1.877.847.7389 and we will do our best to locate the product at the best possible price.

At VetApprovedRx we sell Advantage, Capstar, Comfortis, Frontline Plus, K9Advanitx, Preventic collars, Mycodex spray, flea and tick shampoos and environmental treatments for fleas and ticks.

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Flea and ticks are often a problem that pet owners struggle with, it can be very frustrating and expensive to deal with a flea infestation.  Prevention is always the cheaper more effective route to deal with fleas. In addition to financial expense and frustration Fleas and ticks cause many problems that affect our pets more directly.  They can  carry diseases that our pets can contract, such as skin irritation, flea allergy dermatitis, tapeworms, Lyme disease, Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever, and Erhlichiosis. By using appropriate flea and tick control we can avoid these problems and disease our pets can contract from these parasites.
 
Most flea and tick control products are topical and applied to the dog or cat on the back between the shoulder blades. Capstar is an oral pill that is very effective at killing fleas on dogs and cats. It can be given daily and used in combination with Program and or Sentinel for heartworm and flea control. Capstar lasts for 24 hours and starts working within 30 minutes of administration. Comfortis is a newer oral once a month flea prevention. Comfortis is an excellent choice for dogs that have flea allergies because Comfortis paralyzes the flea's mouth so that it cannot bite the dog. Once the flea cannot bite the dog the flea allergy dermatitis will subside.

In cats fleas are one of the causes of tapeworms. As the cat grooms itself it ingests the flea and the flea carries an immature stage of the tapeworm and the cat now has tapeworms. Using a flea and tick control product will help reduce the possibility of our cats and dogs contracting tapeworms.

One important thing to remember in the treatment of a flea infestation is not only treating the pet, but all of the pets in the home as well as the environment both inside your home and out.  Special areas of concern would be the pet's bedding or any area that is frequented by the pet.  Fleas and their larva move out of the light and embed into shaded areas. So It is important to treat areas under cushions under couches, chairs or area that casts a shadow.  VetApprovedRx offers environmental flea treatments such as Mycodex spray, Knockout Foggers and Knock ES to help our customers in their efforts to rid their homes of fleas.

Ticks can carry many very harmful diseases that need to be prevented. Lyme disease, Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever, and Erhlichiosis are tick borne diseases that cause severe illness in our dogs and require prolonged treatment with antibiotics and other medications. Often Lyme disease will be dormant and come back after a period of time and require re treatment. It is important to keep ticks off our pets at all costs to help prevent these diseases. VetApprovedRx carries the necessary flea and tick control, Advantage, Capstar, Comfortis, Frontline Plus, K9Advantix, Preventic collars, Mycodex spray, flea and tick shampoos and environmental treatments, for your pets to help eliminate these parasites and prevent the diseases mentioned previously.

nbsp Pets can surprise us by eating all manner of unsuitable things such as raiding the cat's litter box, ingesting string, chocolate, tin foil or getting into the trash. All of these dietary indiscretion can lead to gastrointestinal problems such as diarrhea and/or vomiting. There are many other causes of intestinal upset such as intestinal parasites, inflammatory bowel disease and cancer. VetApprovedRx recommends that in cases of intestinal upset for more than a day or two you take your pet to your Veterinarian for evaluation.

VetApprovedRx sells products that can assist you in treating your pet's gastrointestinal upset initially at home and we sell the same products your Veterinarian will offer you in their clinic.
 If your pet requires a medication/treatment that you do not see offered please call us at:1.877.847.7389 and we will do our best to locate the product at the best possible price.

 

nbsp Whether you are creating a memorial for a beloved pet or if you wish to give yourself or a fellow pet owner a fun treat for their pet you will be sure to find just the right thing.---

There are many benefits to offering your pets toys for playtime, such as entertainment, toys can serve to wear off some pent-up energy, help remove the temptation to destroy household items, reduce stress, provide environmental enrichment and generally help to prevent behavioral problems.
 
Cats specifically benefit from playtime  since they have an athletic build and are made for leaping and running, cats are natural predators and love to entertain the hunting drive. Pouncing, batting and play are all a part of a stimulating environment to keep your cat happy and healthy.

Treats can also be a fun way to play with your pet or just simply reward them for good behavior.  We hope you will enjoy shopping in this department and find a treat, gift or item that will help you enjoy some fun with your pet.

As our pets age, the incidence of heart disease increase to about 60%.  If your pet has been diagnosed with heart disease, don't lose hope. With early diagnosis and appropriate treatment and management, it is possible to increase your pet's chances of living a happy  and healthier life.

At VetApprovedRx we offer the most commonly prescribed heart medications, the same medicines that your Veterinarian will offer in their clinic. If there is a medication that your pet requires that we do not offer please call 1-877-847-7389 we will do our best to locate this product and offer it as the best possible price.

Heartworms are transmitted to your dog by a bite from a mosquito. The mosquito bites an infected dog with heartworms and ingests the larva or microfilaria.

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Then the mosquito bites another dog that is not on heartworm medicine. The larva then migrates through the dog&rsquos tissue into the blood vessels and ends up in the right side of the heart. Heartworms can get very long often over 12 inches in length and will over time cause many serious medical conditions. The end result of heartworms in dogs is right sided heart failure and ultimately death. Unfortunately as veterinarians we see these dogs die of heartworm disease and know that this is a disease that can be prevented with a simple once a month heartworm preventative.  This is the reason it is so important to have your pet on monthly heartworm medicine and to take your pet to your veterinarian at least annually, if not every 6 months for a good physical examinations and heartworm tests.

Heartworms in Dogs

Heartworm disease in dogs is preventable and there are many good heartworm preventatives available today. All Heartworm preventatives are by prescription and a current negative heartworm test is required by your Veterinarian to prescribe this medicine.  Most heartworm preventatives are oral products that are given once a month by mouth and are chewable tablets. Most dogs receive these products as treats.  Heartgard Plus, Interceptor, Iverhart Plus and Iverhart Max, Sentinel and Triheart are the most common oral heartworm preventatives. There are also several heartworm preventatives that are topical. Advantage Multi and Revolution are the topical heartworm preventatives available at VetApprovedRx. All of these products provide heartworm prevention when used once a month. The oral heartworm preventatives provide protection from heartworms but also from certain intestinal parasites. The topical heartworm preventatives will treat and control certain external and internal parasites as well as heartworms. Using these heartworm preventatives is a vital part of keeping your pet healthy and preventing heartworms in dogs by using a good quality heartworm medicine is essential to help prevent heartworms in your pet.

In addition to being part of the endocrine system and producing the hormones insulin and glucagon, it produces digestive enzymes that are necessary for the proper digestion of food. This aspect of the pancreatic function is called the exocrine pancreas. The digestive enzymes produced by the pancreas are normally inactive until they are secreted into the small intestine. Once in the intestine, the enzymes become active and aid in the digestion of food.---

Pancreatitis means the pancreas is inflamed. The inflammation can become severe, and the digestive enzymes that are normally inactive can become active and the enzymes cause damage to the pancreas. This causes a cycle of increasing inflammation.

Diabetes has become a common diagnosis amung pets, while diabetes occurs less commonly in cats, some research indicates an increase in the incidence in cats.
 
Pet owners should be aware of the potential threat to their pets.  There are two types of Diabetes that can affect your pets: Mellitus and insipidus.

If your pet is diagnosed with diabetes insipidus, the kidney has either become insensitive to ADH, or it no longer produces a sufficient quantity of the hormone.

Without the hormone, the pet's urine volume becomes very high and diluted. Common symptoms associated with Diabetes insipidus are excessive drinking, excessive urination and sometimes a well trained pet will start urinating in the house.  Such symptoms can be easily mistaken for behavior problems so it is important to see your Veterinarian for proper diagnosis.  When you see your veterinarian it is important to share with them any changes that you have noticed in your pet including changes in behavior, or eating and drinking patterns.

Diabetes Mellitus is known as sugar diabetes, diabetes mellitus is caused by a deficiency of insulin.  Insulin is secreted by the pancrease and is the hormone that regulates sugar absorption. The occurrence of diabetes mellitus is seen more commonly in dogs particularly females and cats between the ages of 5 to 7.

When your pet's body can no longer produce insulin, sugar builds up in the bloodstream, causing a multitude of health issues.

The signs and symptoms of Diabetes Mellitus are often gradual and can be easily overlooked. The majority of pets diagnosed with diabetes mellitus are overweight and obesity is often a precursor and sign.  Similar to diabetes insipidus, this diabetes mellitus also causes an increase in urine production, thrist and appetitie.

Diabetes is not a death sentence for your pet. Diabetes can be managed successfully with insulin therapy and attention to diet and exercise. Effective diabetes treatment of pets, will restore the quality of life of dogs and cats with diabetes mellitus. VetApprovedRx offers the most common treatments for diabetes and pancreatic care, the same products that your veterinarian will offer in their clinic.  If there is a medication or treatment that your pet requires that we do not currently offer please call 1-877-849-7389 and we will do our best to locate the product and offer it at the best possible price.

 

The liver is located in the front part of your pet's abdomen. Conditions relating to the liver are called Hepatic.  Liver disease is a very general term used to describe any type of liver disorder. There is no one cause of liver disease. The liver is unique in that it can potentially recover from malfunctioning or disease, it has a large reserve capacity and more regenerative capability than almost any other organ.--- If diagnosed early, liver disease most often can be treated, or managed. Since early diagnosis is important, if you suspect that your pet may be suffering from a liver condition we recommend you have your pet evaluated by your Veterinarian for proper diagnosis first. Your pet's treatment will depend upon the underlying cause of their liver condition and the extent of liver dysfunction. Only your veterinarian can determine which treatment methods are best for your pet. When treating liver disease the main goals are to eliminate harmful toxins, promote healing and regeneration of the liver.

VetApprovedRx offers the most common medications and supplements that will help you ensure your pet's liver health. If your pet requires a medication/treatment that you do not see offered please call us at:1.877.847.7389 and we will do our best to locate the product at the best possible price.

nbsp  This gives clients the opportunity to discuss subjects like flea infestation and control, and pet health and  medication questions for both dogs and cats.  We try to offer the most effective and affordable pet medications that allow clients the ability to care for their pets and ensure their own and their family's enjoyment of their pets.

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Some of the pet meds on our website do require a prescription from your local veterinarian. If Veterinary authorization is required, we will send a fax to your veterinarian for him or her to approve the prescription product you have ordered. If you have a written prescription you can send the prescription to us and we will ship all in stock prescriptions within 24 hours of receiving the prescription, except on weekends. We also make reordering very easy with appropriately timed emails so that your pets meds will not run out.  We do this for both prescription and non prescription items, such as flea medicine.

At VetApprovedRx we partner with many local veterinarians to provide an online pharmacy where the veterinarian can refer his or her clients to purchase their prescriptions online. We share the profit from these sales with your veterinarian. When you purchase your pet's medications at VetApprovedRx we give your veterinarian the opportunity to share in the profit from your purchase.

We stock the most common pet medications and also, provide the most common compounded veterinary prescriptions, such as Cyclosporin ophthalmic medicine, and Methimazole topical. Our pharmacists are experienced in compounding veterinary medicine. If your pet has a hard time taking a pill we can compound that pill into liquid flavored medication. We sell medicine purchased directly from the manufacturer or from a licensed distributor. All of the pet medications we sell are EPA and/or FDA approved medicine only.  The medication we sell are products we have experience using and know that these products are effective.  We sell pet medication for most of your pets medical conditions. If we do not sell it we can get the medication for you.

If your pet requires a homeopathic remedy that you do not see offered please call us at:1.877.847.7389 and we will do our best to locate the product at the best possible price.

There are certain items that you can have on hand in advance to make it easier.  These items include: a safe environment [some breeders use playpens], towels, a source of safe heat to keep the newborns warm, a scale to keep track of the newborns weight, newborn milk [either kitten or puppy] and a nurser kit just incase you have to bottle feed.  Feeding cow's milk to newborn kittens or puppies is not recommended.  ---

We wish you health and success with your puppy or kitten litters. VetApprovedRx offers you products to help you ensure the health of your newborns,  if you suspect that the kittens or puppies or the mother are unwell in any way, please contact your Veterinarian immediately. 

 If your pet requires a medication/treatment that you do not see offered please call us at:1.877.847.7389 and we will do our best to locate the product at the best possible price.

nbsp Both cats and dogs tend to shy away from having their nails trimmed.  There are some things you can do to make the task easier for you and for your pet.  Make sure that you have nail trimmers that are not dull and that you are familiar with how they work.  It is also important to know the anatomy of the claw, located in the nail is the quick which is where the nerves and blood vessels are. Do NOT cut this sensitive area. It's better to be cautious and cut too little of the nail rather than risk cutting this area. If you do accidentally cut the quick, any bleeding can be stopped with a styptic powder or stick. It's a good idea to keep it nearby while you trim. ---

You can prepare your pet by making the process seem familiar and always rewarded positively.  Before you trim your pet's nails for the first time, try massaging or holding your pet's paw for several seconds, if they resist do not scold them, once they have settled try again and reward them with a treat.  Asking your Veterinarian for instructions on how to trim your pet's nails might provide helpful information, most Veterinarians will trim nails providing you an opportunity to see it done first hand.  Most pet's require their nails to be trimmed approximately every 10 days to 2 weeks.

VetApprovedRx offers a variety of nail care products that should help make keeping your pet's nails trim and and their paws healthy.

Antibiotics come in a variety of formulations. Liquids, tablets, capsules and sprays.  It can be difficult to give your pet medicine.  If you are having difficulty or have questions we recommend asking your veterinarian for assistance.  It is important to follow your Veterinarian's prescription instructions fully, read the prescription label and to give the medication for the prescribed amount of time.

It is important to not self medicate your pet with human medicines. Although some of human medicines  are the same as pet medications , the dosage is VERY different for animals than for humans. Cats and dogs and other small pets cannot take the large doses of medicines that humans can take. Taking the same amount as humans take can actually kill some animals.
If your pet requires a medication/treatment that you do not see offered please call us at:1.877.847.7389 and we will do our best to locate the product at the best possible price.

nbsp The loyalty and unconditional love our pets give us over the years is priceless.  As our pets age, we must be prepared for possible age related health issues. Senior pets require increased attention, including more frequent visits to the veterinarian, and possible changes in their diet. Here are some basic considerations when caring for older pets:---
Some senior pets require foods that are more easily digested, and have different calorie levels and ingredients, and anti-aging nutrients.
As our pets slow down and their activity levels decrease, weight gain becomes a concern for most senior dogs and weightloss becomes a concern in senior cats.
Exercise will become more important in keeping our senior pets healthy and mobile. Some senior pets will show signs of senility. Stimulating them through play and interactions can help keep them mentally active.
VetApprovedRx offers products to assit you keeping your senior pet healthy and happy. 

 If your pet requires a medication/treatment that you do not see offered please call us at:1.877.847.7389 and we will do our best to locate the product at the best possible price.