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EPISODE · Jul 24, 2025 · 21 MIN

Avoiding Dangerous Medications for Your Pet's Health

from The Raw Dog Food Truth · host The Raw Dog Food Truth

Send us Fan MailWe discuss dangerous medications for pets, focusing on common drugs that pet owners may not realize can harm their animals and natural alternatives for managing health issues.• Ivermectin can be toxic to dogs with the MDR1 gene mutation, commonly found in herding breeds• UC Davis offers a $55 saliva test to determine if your dog has the MDR1 mutation• Human medications like ibuprofen and Tylenol can be extremely toxic to dogs and cats• Dog flea medications containing permethrin are highly toxic to cats, even through casual contact• Metronidazole, commonly prescribed for diarrhea, can cause serious side effects, including seizures and neurological issues• For diarrhea, consider fasting the dog for 24 hours with water and bone broth instead of medication• Check if raw-fed dogs with loose stools have enough bone in their diet or have consumed too many organ treats• The body often eliminates what it doesn't need—support natural processes rather than immediately suppressing symptomsRaw Dog Food and Company offers free consultations to help customize your pet's raw diet. Visit rawdogfoodandcompany.com, where your pet's health is our business, and friends don't let friends feed kibble!Support the showRaw Dog Food and Company  Your Pet's Health is Our BusinessFree 20 Minute Pet Health ConsultDecrease Itching and allergies with this supplement Pure Raw Blends for Healthy Digestion HealthyTreats Pets LoveFollow Us:  Youtube Instagram Facebook Friends Don't Let Friends Feed Kibble

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Send us Fan MailWe discuss dangerous medications for pets, focusing on common drugs that pet owners may not realize can harm their animals and natural alternatives for managing health issues.• Ivermectin can be toxic to dogs with the MDR1 gene...

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