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South Russian Ovcharka South Russian Ovcharka
South Russian Ovcharka

Alternative Names: Youznorusskaya ovcharka, Youzhak

Country of Origin: Russian

History: The South Russian ovcharka was developed in the early 19th century in the Crimean region of Askania Nova

Slovac Duvac Slovac Duvac
Slovac Duvac

Alternative Names: Slovac cuvac, slovensky cuvac, Slovakian chuvach, Tatransky cuvac, Slovensky kuvac

Country of Origin: Slovakia

History: The Slovac cuvac is an old breed that has been used as a flock guardian and shepherd’s companion for centuries.

Sarplaninac Sarplaninac
Sarplaninac

Alternative Names: Yugoslavian shepherd dog, Illyrian shepherd dog

Country of Origin: Serbia and Macedonia

History: The Sarplaninac is believed to have developed from Tibetan shepherd dogs that were brought from Asia to the

Saint Bernard Saint Bernard
Saint Bernard

Country of Origin: Switzerland

History: The Saint Bernard was developed in the 17th century by Swiss monks at the Hospice of Saint Bernard, a


Pilocarpine information

Availability of Pilocarpine:
Prescription
Active Ingredient(s) in Pilocarpine:
What is Pilocarpine used for:
Pet Meds Pilocarpine - Pilocarpine is a miotic agent used in the treatment of canine primary glaucoma only.
How Pilocarpine should be used:
Pilocarpine is not FDA approved for use in veterinary medicine; however, it is a commonly accepted practice to use this medication in dogs. The usual dose in dogs is one drop in the affected eye(s) 3 times a day.
What are the side effects of Pilocarpine:
Pilocarpine can cause local irritation when first used. Pilocarpine may cause systemic effects including vomiting, diarrhea and increased salivation.
What special precautions are there for Pilocarpine:
Pilocarpine should not be used in secondary glaucoma. Wash hands before administering eye drops. Do not touch the dropper tip to the skin or eye.
In the event of overdose:
Contact your veterinarian or veterinary emergency room. Symptoms of overdose that may occur include vomiting, diarrhea and increased salivation.
How should I store Pilocarpine:
Store this medication at room temperature. Keep out of the reach of children or pets.



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