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Reptiles & Amphibians + Treatment

  • Allopurinol is an oral medication typically used to prevent uric acid and calcium oxalate stones in dogs. It is also used off-label to treat leishmaniasis and gout in dogs and other species. Side effects are uncommon but may involve stomach upset. Caution must be taken when allopurinol is used in conjunction with certain other medications. It should not be used in pets with liver or kidney dysfunction or in red-tailed hawks.

  • This handout discusses the use of cryosurgery in pets. This technique involves the use of extreme cold to destroy abnormal or diseased tissues. A short discussion in included as to how the technique is used, and in what circumstances it may be appropriate to use.

Animal Hospital of Livermore

41 South O Street
Livermore, California
94550
Off First Street, across from the Vine Cinema and next to Walgreen's

Ph: (925) 443-1030

Location Hours
Monday8:00am – 6:00pm
Tuesday8:00am – 6:00pm
Wednesday8:00am – 6:00pm
Thursday8:00am – 12:00pm
Friday8:00am – 6:00pm
Saturday8:00am – 2:00pm
SundayClosed