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  • Penicillamine is used in the treatment of cystine stones (calculi, uroliths) affecting the urinary system. Your veterinarian may also prescribe a special diet and medication to change the pH of the urine.

  • Pentosan polysulphate helps cartilage to repair. It binds to damaged cartilage and stimulates production of new cartilage. It is used for the treatment of arthritis in dogs.

  • Approximately 33% of pet dogs and cats have to visit the vet due to illness or accident every year. Unfortunately few of us are aware of the true cost of medical or surgical procedures.

  • The arrival of a new child is associated with a great deal of excitement, anxiety and stress for not only the humans, but also your family pet.

  • In Australia, there are rigid quarantine requirements in order to preserve the disease free status of this country for many diseases that are present (endemic) overseas.

  • Phenobarbital is used to help control seizures (fits) in dogs and cats. It may be used alone or with other medication.

  • Phenylbutazone is a synthetic non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug used to relieve pain and inflammation.

  • Phytomenadione is used to treat animals that have been poisoned with warfarin or coumarin anticoagulants (e.g. certain rodenticides). These poisons may cause bleeding problems in the animal.

  • If the heart does not work properly, the blood vessels of the brain, heart, and kidneys may become damaged. Pimobendan dilates blood vessels and also increases heart muscle contractions.

  • Piperazine is used to control roundworms. Your veterinarian will advise a deworming programme for your pet.