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erphy said:
I have researched this quite a bit and also deep in this thread somewhere it has been discussed. In a nutshell the risks of not spaying at all increases chances of pyometra (obviously) and breast cancer. I dealt with pyo on one of my girls and it is not fun we almost lost her and also expensive. Vets in the US are rather ill informed regarding the reproductive system of dogs as most are spayed. I had to go to a specialist hospital. As for breast cancer it is super easy to screen them, just feel their mammary glands around their nipples for bumps and get it checked if you find something.

Risks of spaying as in a ovarihysterectomy which is removing the uterus and ovaries, what the term "spaying" means. Removes the risk of pyo obviously, and the removal of the ovaries means no more heat or sexual desire AND studies are showing increases the chances of other health issues such as other forms of cancers and bone/joint issues.

The meet in the middle is an Ovary Sparing Spay (OSS). This is basically a hysterectomy where they remove the uterus and one ovary, leaving one behind to keep doing its hormone thing. The dog will continue to go through heat cycles , but not bleed and of course not be able to get pregnant. Technically she would still get horny and enjoy sex if she was prior to the procedure. Some folks here report they may loose interest however, so YMMV. Also if getting this done, the vet needs to leave as much of the vaginal canal intact right up to behind the cervix. This is in case she accidentally gets bred by a male dog , he has less chance of hurting her. It is still not a zero chance depending on the size of dog as the healed end of the vaginal canal won't be as strong as if the cervix was there. This is also to be considered with sex with a human. If you are too big and go too far you could hurt her.

I'm in the boat of not spaying at all even having went through pyo with one of my dogs. I want to keep them as nature intended. There is always the quandry of breeder contracts to think about, as in them forcing you to prove the dog is spayed by a certain age. I'm in that boat and I'm hoping the breeder doesn't come looking for me to get that proof. In the contract they can sue you to repossess your dog or for many thousands of dollars compensation for not following it. The OSS may be the only compromise available in these situations.
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Excellent answer. Thanks for engaging and adding it to this thread, erphy!
 
xanderpnw said:
Serious question...I was wondering if you can tell when a male dog has been receiving anal sex by the looks of his anus? Sometimes after we have marathon days where I might put 3-4 loads inside him I think his hole looks kinda puffy and I get paranoid someone might suspect our relationship.
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I don't have canine anatomical examples to refer to--just working off my own personal knowledge and experience here being on the receiving end, take a break for a couple days and let stuff reset before bringing him in if you are concerned.
 
epona_paladin said:
Do horses have erotic zones like humans do?
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Depends on what you define as an erotic zone. Is it an especially itchy area that feels AMAZING to pet and scratch? Is it somewhere that, when touched, put's you in the mood for more touching in other, more intimate areas? Is it just somewhere that is relaxing to stoke? Horses have all of these.
 
Deagle113 said:
… You cynically combine this with the thought that other species are here for us to use however we would like, and it is easy to justify simply removing all "reproduction" related parts and pieces, since the animals can't advocate for themselves….
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Glad for your answer - but - here a cut from your answer and I really can’t see this in my question 🤔. Maybe you thought on another question too, when writing ?
 
humananimal said:
Glad for your answer - but - here a cut from your answer and I really can’t see this in my question 🤔. Maybe you thought on another question too, when writing ?
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That's probably your ESL kicking in... The "better phrasing" for clarity would probably have been "If you then cynically combine this with the thought that..." (where "this" is the previous sentence) - He's not talking to *YOU* claiming you're cynical, he's talking to "the entire human population" and the (pretty cynical) concept of "critters are here for our use/entertainment/etc" that's very widespread, if not damn-near universal.

In other words, there's nothing being aimed at *YOU*/your question - You're just not understanding the intended meaning correctly. Likely due to (as I seem to recall you saying in the past) not being a "native"/primary English user.
 
UR20Z said:
That's probably your ESL kicking in... The "better phrasing" for clarity would probably have been "If you then cynically combine this with the thought that..." (where "this" is the previous sentence) - He's not talking to *YOU* claiming you're cynical, he's talking to "the entire human population" and the (pretty cynical) concept of "critters are here for our use/entertainment/etc" that's very widespread, if not damn-near universal.

In other words, there's nothing being aimed at *YOU*/your question - You're just not understanding the intended meaning correctly. Likely due to (as I seem to recall you saying in the past) not being a "native"/primary English user.
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Lemme edit the original for better clarity. Thanks!
 
Hi @Deagle113 when a dog is on common medications such as flea and tick prevention, heartworm protection, antibiotics and so forth is there any risk of these medicines being transferred to a human via oral or sexual relations and if so is it dangerous?
 
Mike4k9 said:
Hi @Deagle113 when a dog is on common medications such as flea and tick prevention, heartworm protection, antibiotics and so forth is there any risk of these medicines being transferred to a human via oral or sexual relations and if so is it dangerous?
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I know that when a cow is receiving antibiotics, her milk is not allowed to be delivered to the dairy company.
As far as I remember the milk from one cow on penicillin treatment could ruin a 10 ton batch of cheese production.
 
humananimal said:
I know that when a cow is receiving antibiotics, her milk is not allowed to be delivered to the dairy company.
As far as I remember the milk from one cow on penicillin treatment could ruin a 10 ton batch of cheese production.
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oh Yeah, I remember that 1 from way back in the dairy days! Having to isolate & dump that milk down the drain for 2 weeks. And the lagoon pond didn't have pond frogs for yrs after milking operations ceased!
Mike4k9 said:
Hi @Deagle113 when a dog is on common medications such as flea and tick prevention, heartworm protection, antibiotics and so forth is there any risk of these medicines being transferred to a human via oral or sexual relations and if so is it dangerous?
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And while we're in that subject, n btw, 'certainly bares caution, & concern, beings most everything says; to wash hands thoroughly, sometimes even clothing, after handling many of such products', but lets take a good 2nd thought at that gul-dam "Serestto" collar! Something that supposedly lasts 8 months of external protection, can't possibly be good for us, residual wise, especially when they are sleeping with us, on the bed, on the coach, in our vehicles, with us in all walks of life!
Lost my last 2 favored companions to seizures, for no other reasons, that was able to point a finger at, while using it! As many others, from what I've heard & read.
What about 'Red Cedar Oils', have heard can be good, natural external protection, though have seen some dogs have allergic reactions, at least from shavings/bedding.
Thoughts?
 
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Mike4k9 said:
Hi @Deagle113 when a dog is on common medications such as flea and tick prevention, heartworm protection, antibiotics and so forth is there any risk of these medicines being transferred to a human via oral or sexual relations and if so is it dangerous?
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Good question.

It depends on the medication in question and the form that it is being delivered as to transference, but generally these things are designed for animals in close proximity to humans, and many of them are identical to the stuff already used in human medicine, so I wouldn't worry too much. I will address the topical stuff though, because that is a very common question I get asked in clinics.

Regarding the topical spot on stuff like Frontline and Seresto collars, which were mentioned, both work by diffusing oils that are incorporated into the hair follicle itself and released over time. These are essentially both are pesticides, which kill or impair ticks (and fleas, and other guys) on contact. Frontline is made from Fipronil, which is also used in agriculture and for indoor pest control, and WHO lists it as moderately hazardous, but there's not a lot of research on it's effects on humans. The other major tick-preventing pesticide, permethrin (which is found in stuff like Advantix), is a component of medications already in use for people, like lice rinses and scabies preventatives--there's even permethrin releasing clothes now.

Seresto collars specifically contain Imidacloprid and flumethrin in combination. Imidacloprid is an insecticide that acts on specific receptors of the central nervous system of things like fleas, leading to CNS impairment and death. These receptors in insects have a much higher affinity, or desire to bind, to imidacloprid than to similar receptors of vertebrates like cats and dogs, thus the preferential action.

Flumethrin is a pyrethroid insecticide that conveys its action through voltage gated sodium channels in nerve tissue. Its action leads to repeated nerve impulses that lead to death of the insect. It also has a very high affinity for invertebrate nerve tissue over vertebrate, as the key to the safety of both of these is their preferential binding action. The big danger with seresto collars is chewing on them and ingesting large doses, so keep them away from mouthy companions.

Regarding the anecdotal seizure reports, which I run into from time to time with clients, I have yet to find any substantial evidence for the correlation. Even if seresto collars cause adverse effects, they are not seizures. The most common reaction is dermatitis (inflammation of the skin) at the contact area. There have also been occasional cases reported of intoxication as a result of dogs ingesting the collar as I mentioned, dogs overdosed because the wrong-size collar was used, or dogs being unusually sensitive--adverse signs have included tremors and lethargy, but not seizures.

Seizures as a whole have many potential causes are are very complex and difficult to resolve -- we vets even have a term that means "we tried everything that we could and know how to do and we still have them and can't figure out why yet" --- Ideopathic seizures. They are scary to watch, especially when they happen to a loved one, and not having a solution feels powerless and frustrating both to the docs and to the guardian. It can be easy to try and find an explaination but there may very well not be one, at least with the current state of veterinary science.
 
TY for the deeper look at this stuff. Can't recall that chewing was involved, been a while past.

If I recall, 'permethrin' is 1 of the natural oils, derived from Chrysanthemums?
What are the views of repeated, & sometimes heavy spray applications, even on a weekly basis, to our larger pets, equine, bovine, ect.?
 
Deagle113 said:
Howdy zooville!

I work as a mixed animal veterinarian, and am willing to answer any and all animal health questions you may have to the best of my ability. Keep in mind that I’m only one person, and my medical opinion is just that—an opinion, however well informed it may be.

Anything you’re curious about?

Edit: feel free to Dm me if needed!
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Deagle113 said:
Seizures as a whole have many potential causes are are very complex and difficult to resolve
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Regarding pesticides and seizure linkages in dogs particularly. The chewables versions have been linked in some studies, particularly Nexgard (afoxolaner), probably others as well. There may be a link between genetic mutations causing a compromised blood/brain barrier where the drug passes more readily causing neurological symptoms.

I have also read about knock-off Seresto collars from Asia. They appear as perfect fakes, but instead of the quality chemicals used in real Seresto collars, they instead are overdosed with random agricultural pesticides.
 
First of all, Deagle, thanks for the good vibes and the gold informations. I could go for a whole sincere page of compliment. Just ask.
Concerning the disadvantages of OSS, have you heard or noticed any post-surgical adhesions ? They are more and more a concern.
Same kind of question for the males... It's so hard to have a feedbacks on vasectomies.
May the balls keep on bouncing🤞
 
My question is human related. Ive been with two male dogs. The first one was amazing, I had no type of allergic reaction. The second one I had a small rash on my arm the next day, but no other symptoms indicating an allergy. Im not really allergic to anything else. My question is can that get worse over time? I was thinking about taking benadryl next time
 
For the human part :
It may get worst but one small rash after contact is not enough to dray a solid conclusion. Rashes are common and not that bad. Is your "benadryl" a cream ? It has side effects when you ingest it. Don't take the drug for no reason. What about trying again with a dog and talking to a GP if it gets worst ? You just have to say the doctor you want to spend some time with dogs. No details please ;). If you don't have access to a dog but planning to adopt, this kind of stuff... you can do patch tests with a specialed practioner, but depending on your country that can be a lot of money for a few information.
 
Hello! I don't know how good you are with cats but- I have a 10 yr old short hair tuxedo cat who has feline herpes. But, for his whole life basically, he's had breathing issues where he snores deep in his sleep or gets tired easily, which could also be his weight. We can't afford to visit a vet or anything similar.

He also has pretty bad behavior issues like scratching or trying to bite when he thinks someone is invading his space. The behavior part could just be how he is, and he is still a sweet, funny boy at times but I'm just wondering. Is his breathing issues from his herpes and should be something we worry about or do something for in your opinion? And if there's a way to improve his behavior is appreciated but of course not needed since we love him either way lol
 
Flµff said:
For the human part :
It may get worst but one small rash after contact is not enough to dray a solid conclusion. Rashes are common and not that bad. Is your "benadryl" a cream ? It has side effects when you ingest it. Don't take the drug for no reason. What about trying again with a dog and talking to a GP if it gets worst ? You just have to say the doctor you want to spend some time with dogs. No details please ;). If you don't have access to a dog but planning to adopt, this kind of stuff... you can do patch tests with a specialed practioner, but depending on your country that can be a lot of money for a few information.
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Benadryl = Acrivastatin is an anti-histamine tablet.
A common side effect is drowsiness.
I presume that he had let the male dogs fuck him and he got the rash after that.
By telling the GP that he will be some times with dogs will not make it possible for the GP to advice him. Because the GP will of course think on allergic reaction from dog hair.
Well, probably recommend Benadryl 😊
 
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Should I be concerned about the darkening patches on my boy? My mother claims it’s allergies causing it and trying to force allergy medications onto me to give him. He’s a white dog but developing darker patches as he ages. Happy and healthy otherwise, full of beans as they say. I think personally it’s just where he’s getting older, it’s normal? She claims it’s nonsense he has things wrong with him. Advice please…
 
FurrEversYours, if it happens again, if it's bothering you, an other good advice is that you take good pictures of your skin.
humananimal said:
Benadryl = Acrivastatin is an anti-histamine tablet.
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Since diphenhydramine can be topical, since borders make miracles, I prefer to ask.
By telling the GP that he will be some times with dogs will not make it possible for the GP to advice him. Because the GP will of course think on allergic reaction from dog hair.
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A lazy GP would say that. A good GP can do a proper anamnesis to check if the hypothesis of the patient is solid, he can do a differential diagnosis, he can check if that "rash" doesn't hide something bad, he could prescibe an anti-histaminic that has less side effects (H2)...
Well, probably recommend Benadryl
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...to avoid prescribing a drug that is known to have many side effects and that is sometimes used for recreational purposes.
 
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Should I be concerned about the darkening patches on my boy? My mother claims it’s allergies causing it and trying to force allergy medications onto me to give him. He’s a white dog but developing darker patches as he ages. Happy and healthy otherwise, full of beans as they say. I think personally it’s just where he’s getting older, it’s normal? She claims it’s nonsense he has things wrong with him. Advice please…
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I have not much knowledge about dogs health.
But if he seems fully healthy, active, eats and drinks, pees and pooh normally I really cant see any problem. By the way - medication for humans can’t always be tolerated in other species.
I had a cat, and thought on paracetamol for some pain issue, but the vet warned me : it can be letal to a cat!
 
Flµff said:
… A lazy GP would say that. A good GP can do a proper anamnesis to check if the hypothesis of the patient is solid, he can do a differential diagnosis, he can check if that "rash" doesn't hide something bad, he could prescibe an anti-histaminic that has less side effects (H2)...
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I can follow you, there is antihistamines with less side effects.
But I don’t think that the GP can give any useful advice if not told that the rash appeared after he was filled with dog cum.
 
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