Run a test. Get a result. Sounds simple enough, doesn’t it. However, the wicket gets sticky when you realize that every test we run requires interpretation. Few are simply “yes” or “no,” “black” or “white.” When results are dramatically different…
Sammi Jo, RAHT*, writes from Central Alberta, Canada, “Hey Dr. Randolph! So I had a question today from a client at the clinic I work at, and it had to do with Revolution (selamectin) Topical Dewormer. A client who was told…
Diane writes: I have 3 dogs. Two are 40 pounds each, one is 110 pounds. I always used Frontline until fleas seemed resistant. I’ve been trying others and am currently on Bio Spot [an over-the-counter Farnam product]. I just gave…
Debra writes: Hi, I have an 18 year old Persian. I am a HUGE fan of Revolution, however, a few months ago I gave it to her and she appeared to get quite sick afterwards. At the time she was…
A reader writes:On your Web site, you state that cold weather kills fleas (10 days at 37° or 5 at 33°). I live in Ohio and it gets below 10° for weeks at a time. Will below freezing weather, for…
How about a little tip to save money on your pets’ health care? Many pet owners purchase their pets’ monthly heartworm preventive and/or flea control a single dose at a time. For some, it’s a good way to remind themselves…
That stuff you put on the back. You know! Well, actually, not to be rude, but, no, I don’t know. I was at lunch the other day and my waitress asked me, “I went to see my veterinarian this morning…
Debbie writes: Dear Dr. Randolph, Does a cat have to be examined to have Revolution flea control [and heartworm preventive]prescribed? My cat was last examined December of 2008 (17 months ago). He is a healthy, happy cat who has been…
We have fleas! An error in pet care made by many pet owners is discontinuing flea control and flea prevention during the cool months of the year. Fleas love that time of year, and why wouldn’t they? Cool breezes, moderate…
While Revolution is our favorite form of heartworm prevention for cats, there are also oral forms of feline heartworm disease prevention, too. One of the biggest reasons for Revolution’s popularity with cat owners is its ability to both control and…
