My dog is not acting herself and barely moving. Is it the ivermectin?

That is quite strange. I have never seen this reaction from Iverhart plus and I have several patients that are on both products. It is strange that it only occurs for about 24 hours after giving the medication. I would call your vet talk to them about this behavior and which heart worm prevention they think will be best for her. I would also make sure you are giving the iverhart plus on a full stomach and see if this make a difference and separate the time you give the thyroxin for at least an hour or 2. I hope this helps!

It sounds like there may be something else going wrong with Dobby. I recommend that you take her back to the vet for re-examination. Ivermectin can cause neurologic problems if toxic doses were given, but they usually happen soon after administration. I am most concerned about the falling and walking improperly, as this could indicate a brain or spinal cord issue, or significant pain in her back or legs. It takes approximately 10-14 days to get Distemper once a dog is exposed, and thankfully the vaccine gives some protection within hours of it being given, but it is still possible that she was exposed even before you got her. Distemper can cause neurologic issues as well.

Ivermectin generally causes neurological problems such as stumbling and seizures. I recommend to have Bison examined asap. He could have a pinched nerve or compressed disc in his back or even a fracture. He needs and exam and likely x-rays. Poor pup! I hope he gets this addressed quickly and gets relief!

The symptoms you have described fit with a neurologic problem. Oscar needs a thorough neurologic examination to localize the possible lesion - is it the inner ear, vestibular system of the brain, a different part of the brain, or the spinal cord. Some higher doses of ivermectin can cause neurologic issues, and permanent damage is possible. There may not be a cure, but accurate diagnosis is necessary first. I would talk to your vet about referral to a specialist.

Hi, thank you for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach. Poor Myla, it sounds like she is having a bad time. The hairloss can occur from both ringworm and Demodex. Lethargy and loss of appetite could be a possible side effect of nexgard or can also be side effects of any antibiotic and antifungal medications she may be on. As long as she is relatively alert and active, then I would contact her regular vet in the morning to discuss your concerns. If she is severely lethargic, hasn't eaten at all in more than 12 hours or showing other signs of illness then I recommend taking her to an emergency vet tonight to have her checked out. I hope she's feeling better soon.

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! This is possibly neck or back pain or pain of a different source. It could still be pain associated with a leg even if nothing seems wrong with them. I recommend that you have Pari evaluated by your veterinarian for further assessment and treatment. Likely diagnostics include radiographs. Treatment would be based on findings. At the very least they can prescribe pain control medications to make Pari feel better. In the meantime, reduce her activity as much as possible as that in itself can make a big difference. Good luck and have a good day!

Thank you for submitting your question regarding Chooch. I recommend that she sees her veterinarian. Boarding can be stressful for a dog. It can also exacerbate underlying arthritis if she slept on the hard surface of a kennel floor. Her veterinarian will examine her and determine if joint pain is causing her sudden change in behavior. If so, pain medication can be prescribed. Blood work may be recommended to determine if she has any organ dysfunction as well. In the meantime, help her move around if she needs assistance. Do not give any over-the-counter pain medications as these can be toxic to dogs. I hope this information helps!