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so glad it was informative. Every item is so important. It was a nightmare getting back to BZ in Oct. How old will the pups be? I believe there are additional requirements if under 3 months. If they are under 20 lbs and fit under the seat you can carry them on.

That is such a cute dog, what type is it? poor feller...haha..

We don't have the dogs (puppies) yet but the Welsh Corgi's is what we would like to bring when we come, probably buy them in Texas.

This is a very annoyed labrador. She hates when I make her stay in the shower to dry off after a bath. I swear she was upset that I was laughing at the towel on her and taking pics.

Do you think expired acepromazine which is a doggie sedative (expired april 2007) will still work at all? I had a choice between this and expired 2006 acepromazine here in BZ.

Labrador's are great! My wife like's them indoors, so the reason for the little rascal's.. Corgi's, I think are smart but hard to control, not as obedient as the Lab's..
I can see you laughing away and snapping the pictures! She did not think it was sooo funny...though...
It would be nice if we could carry them on board, they would have to be a least three months, properly weaned and with all the shots etc..

Hmmm, I don't know anything about the sedative you mentioned but I would not give any animal or human something if it's expired.

obedient, lol!!! My little one still rolls in dead fish on the beach (which is why she had the bath in the pic) and gets into the kitchen trash from time to time after 7 years! She always gets grounded after but keeps doing it.

Other than that, you are right...they are quite obedient and loyal friends.

as for the expired drug, that is my only choice. Welcome to San Pedros land of expired foods and prescriptions huh.

Just looked it up;

Acepromazine Maleate For Veterinary Use
By Barbara Forney VMD

Overview
Therapeutic Class
Phenothiazine tranquilizer
Species
Dogs, cats and horses
Commonly prescribed by vets for:
Tranquilization, sedation, anti-anxiety, and anti-emetic.



Basic Information
Acepromazine maleate is a phenothiazine derivative that is used as a neuroleptic agent in veterinary medicine. It is a commonly used tranquilizer for dogs, cats and horses. Phenothiazines decrease dopamine levels and depress some portions of the reticular activating system. Acepromazine is metabolized by the liver and excreted in the urine.

In addition to tranquilization, acepromazine has multiple other important systemic effects including anti-cholinergic, anti-emetic, antispasmodic, antihistaminic, and alpha-adrenergic blocking properties. Acepromazine causes hypotension due to decreased vasomotor tone. It may change heart and respiratory rate, and thermoregulatory ability allowing for either hypo- or hyperthermia.

Acepromazine may be given intramuscularly, intravenously or orally. It provides no analgesia and the tranquilizing effect of the drug can be overcome unexpectedly particularly by sensory stimulation. Acepromazine is usually less effective if given after the animal is excited. There is a great deal of individual variability in the response to acepromazine and despite being a very commonly used medication there are important species and even breed differences in response to acepromazine that need to be taken into consideration (see precautions).


Dogs and Cats
Acepromazine is one of the most commonly used tranquilizers for cats and dogs. It decreases anxiety, causes central nervous system depression, and a drop in blood pressure and heart rate. It may be used in conjunction with atropine as a pre-operative medication for anxiety and for its antidysrhythmic effects. Oral acepromazine may be prescribed to prevent motion sickness, to temporarily reduce itching and scratching due to allergies, or prior to office visits, nail trimming or grooming appointments if the animal is too fractious to handle safely without sedation. Some veterinarians are reluctant to prescribe acepromazine for travel anxiety when the animal may be exposed to temperature extremes, such as during plane travel, or when there may be limited access to veterinary care. Other drugs used for travel anxiety/motion sickness include meclizine, diphenhydramine, and diazepam. Occasionally, animals (particularly cats) may have a paradoxical response to acepromazine and become excited, or aggressive.

yes, I know what acepromazine is, lol. I use it all the time when we fly. I am just wondering and worried it wont be strong enough since it is expired.

im hungry. wish something was opened at 11:40pm in sp.