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Managing hypothyroidism in dogs
Veterinary science rapidly developed in recent years, allowing us to better understand hypothyroidism in dogs.
Hypothyroidism in dogs
Hypothyroidism is a significant endocrine disease of dogs. It can be quite challenging to diagnose but is usually easy to treat.
Management of hypothyroidism in dogs
Thyroid hormone replacement therapy is the cornerstone of managing canine hypothyroidism. Find information on diagnosis, treatment and monitoring of canine hypothyroidism for veterinarians and pet owners.
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Thyroid hormone replacement therapy is the cornerstone of managing canine hypothyroidism. This web site provides in-depth knowledge on the disease, its diagnosis and treatment for veterinarians and pet owners.
The veterinarian's role
Canine hypothyroidism can be challenging to diagnose but can be managed successfully and easily with replacement therapy. Leventa is a readily accepted, easily administered, once daily small volume, liquid formulation of levothyroxine sodium for use as replacement therapy in dogs. This website serves as a reference for Leventa®, Intervet's thyroid replacement solution for dogs.
Client education and good communication between you, the veterinarian and the pet owners is vital.
The pet owner's role
Pet owners play a crucial role in the successful management of canine hypothyroidism. Your attitude will largely determine your dog's response to treatment.
Hypothyroidism is easy to treat. Get your dog back to its normal self:
Ask your veterinarian about the new once daily liquid treatment.
Now there is a once daily treatment for dogs with hypothyroidism
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