Cerenia for Dogs

Do you love your dog so much that you want to bring it to whatever destination you and your family are going to? Over the years, dogs have become a part of every owner’s life that they are always included even in the long road trips that they go to. However, just like what people go through, dogs can also experience certain issues on the road like vomiting and nausea. The feeling of nausea isn’t really the greatest thing, and you wouldn’t want your pet to suffer from it. Luckily, there are some medications that can help with the condition. Don’t want to leave your pet behind on the next road trip? Then you might want to consider giving your dog Cerenia. But what exactly is Cerenia? How does it affect your dog?

WHAT IS CERENIA?

Cerenia is the only medication for vomiting/nausea for dogs that is approved by the FDA. Your veterinarian might prescribe it to your pet if it is suffering from vomiting due to conditions like motion sickness.  Giving Cerenia to your pet can help prevent your pet from becoming uncomfortable or feeling nauseated before it even begins.

HOW DO YOU KNOW IF YOUR DOG IS SUFFERING FROM MOTION SICKNESS?

Since your dog can’t really tell you if it’s suffering from motion sickness, or if it is feeling nauseated, you can watch out for the following signs which indicate the condition:

• An obvious symptom would be vomiting. Your dog can vomit even if you didn’t feed your pet anything before the car ride.
• Excessive drooling is another sign of motion sickness. Your dog may even start drooling before getting into the car because they already have an idea of what they’re about to experience.
• If your dog is panting or looking uneasy, then it may also be a sign of motion sickness, as it is a sign that your dog is starting to feel sick.

WHAT ARE THE COMMON SIDE EFFECTS OF CERENIA?

However, as much as the relief that you will be providing your pet with by giving it Cerenia, there can also be potential side effects as well. These side effects may include the following:

• Lethargy
• Loss or lack of appetite
• Diarrhea

If you are going to give it to your pet, make sure you test it out first and observe if your pet shows any signs of these side effects. This way, you would be able to tell if this medication will be good or beneficial to your pet for long-term use.

Also make sure not to use Cerenia if your dog is still young, especially if it is less than four months old. You should also be more cautious if your dog has liver issues or conditions as well. There might also be potential allergic reactions too. Some of the common allergic reactions you should watch out for are:

• Swelling of your dog’s face
• Hives
• Trouble breathing

If you happen to notice any of these conditions, then may sure to take your pet to a veterinarian right away. Not all dogs will react well to Cerenia, so it is best to consult your veterinarian first before giving your pet any of it. You should also consult your veterinarian about the amount of dosage you will be giving your pet. You may also ask you bet about possible alternatives to the medication as well.