Schirmer's Tear Test (STT) is a simple, economic and valuable diagnostic tool used by veterinarians to assess tear production in pets. In this blog post, we will explore how to perform the Schirmer's Tear Test in pets, its importance, do's and don'ts, reference values, and its role in the early diagnosis of KCS.

Tramadol is a prescription medication that is a centrally acting synthetic opioid analgesic commonly used to treat variety of pain in dogs and cats. It has similar effects like morphine but cases less respiratory depression, sedation and gastrointestinal side effects. It is a controlled drug substance and can only be bought with prescription by a registered veterinary practitioner.

According to the available literature and initial clinical trials remdesivir has been shown to be effective in reducing the severity of clinical signs and improving the overall survival rate in cats with FIP. While further research and clinical trials are needed to fully understand the efficacy, safety, optimal duration for the treatment and long-term effects of the drug on cats. Remdesivir for the treatment of FIP has potential as a new promising treatment option.

Most of the dogs suffer from intestinal worms once in their lifetime and most of the time it goes unnoticed due to regular deworming protocols. Low level of worms most of the time remain undiagnosed but when level of infestation increases and symptoms like vomiting, diarrhoea, weight loss, appetite loss, rough haircoat, tail biting, coughing etc appear then diagnosis is made. In case of severe infestations intestinal blockage and even death can be observed if left untreated.