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Is blood work required every six months for dogs on phenylpropanolamine for incontinence?
We have a new vet who insists that blood work is required every six months for prescription of this drug. I can’t find any evidence that is true looking around online, and no one else I know whose dog has been on this medication required regular bloodwork. This is a new vet, and I’m suspicious that some of their policies are geared more toward profitability than health.
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#2 written by republicansarecruel 2 years ago
Try calling around to several good vets. Not low end vets, but vets who see people who don’t flinch at costs. I bet even the people at the front desk could tell you the answer as they do the scheduling and billing.
If your pet is on any long term medication, it’s generally good to do periodic screening – especially if the drug has any side effects.
Good luck to you and I hope you find the answer you need! : )
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You only need blood work once a year. Unless the dog is “going down hill” medically and it’s health changes between refills, you shouldn’t need to do blood work that often. Also, you should be able to sign a waiver saying you understand the risks, but you just want a refill. This is the standard policy at the vet where I work, and we care for pets with many chronic conditions. If the owner thinks the animal’s health has not changed, we don’t require anything else for refills. I think you should look for another vet.