Canine Coccidia and Latest Treatment

Friday, November 28th, 2008

by: Karen DeAngelo

Coccidi outbreak in a puppy can be expensive and lethal. Adults are immune to it’s deadly effects, but can spread it. New dogs into the kennel are the prime carriers, even from the best of breeders. There is a preventative (horse) drug called “Marquis” that kennels have been using for several years.

I have personally used Marquis 3 years on over 300 puppies and no longer battle coccidia.

I am NOT a veterinarian, just an experienced dog breeder since 1986.

I do not know about any other animal.

EVERY KENNEL HAS COCCIDIA!

1 EGG DIVIDES INTO 10′S OF 1000′S OF COCCIDIA. IT SHEDS THE VIRUS TO all PUPPIES making them VERY ill. It lines the gut and ruptures cells in the gut and causes severe disease.

Just as you vaccinate for PARVO and

DISTEMPER (which is back in the USA with a VENGEANCE)

you MUST PREVENT COCCIDIA or NONE of your vaccines will work!

Your pups will be SMALL, loose stamina due to anemia and get pneumonia. DO NOT BUY a SCRAWNY SMALL PUP. It probaly survived or hads coccidia and may have permanent damage. It’s growth may be stunted.

You can’t get rid of coccidia in a kennel short of FIRE or Extreme STEAM. Ammonia cannot reach the places it can dwell (bleach can’t either) and is damaging to lungs. It is a very tough parasite. But these pups will NOT get coccidia if you give Marquis religiously. At 12 weeks of age dogs get a natural immunity to this parasite, so there is NO need to use it over 12 weeks. It will NOT KILL coccidia if they have and out break and is showing symptoms. You HAVE to PREVENT the growth in their system until the build natural immunity.

Dr Bob Page discovered this treeatment while developing his NEOPAR PARVO vaccine. He discovered if a pup has coccidia outbreak, they will not utilize a vaccination properly. Here he answers some breeders questions on a recent forum:

Q: So there is no cure for coccidiosis?

Dr. Page: No there is no cure for coccidiosis. Once you see the signs of diarrhea the coccidia has done its damage and left the puppy, so all you are treating the puppy for is the symptoms of coccidia and giving antibiotics for bacterial infections.

Q: Do puppies out-grow Coccidiosis?

Dr. Page: Yes, as puppies get past 10 to 12 weeks of age they develop a natural immunity to coccidia and do not show illness if exposed as a young puppy.

STRESS causes this problem and it can be TOTALLY PREVENTED IF YOU medicate for it.

COCCIDIA is BAD NEWS and can cause DEATH in young pups.

It is expensive to treat. ($180+ a tube) BUT saving ONE pup recoups the cost.

AGE has NOTHING to do with it not effecting the pup. If you are sent a pup with it, they will GIVE IT to all your other dogs and cats. You will have HUGE vet bills. Getting a pup at 12 weeks is NO GUARANTEE you will not get it if the dog is not properly medicated against coccidia.

****Your vaccines will not work if the dog is infected.****

If you are a breeder and need help in this area,

CALL ME and I will help you save pups! GOOD BREEDERS are NOT TOO PROUD to GET INFORMATION!

816 470-2301 (days only, please).

THIS HAS nothing TO DO WITH FILTH, like vets will tell people. It is a CONTAGIOUS parasite causing intestinal damage like parvo.

COCCIDIOSIS PREVENTION:

SULFADIMETHOXINE

12.5 TO 25 MG/lb DAILY FOR 28 dAYS (problem is dogs HATE the taste)

or

Albon Suspension (Rx)

1cc per 2-4 LBS Daily

Albon will kill coccidia, but it must be given 28 days, 10 on,8 off, 10 on. This is it’s lifespan just like worms and you can’t kill it with a few day dose.

You have to use ALBON to KILL coccidia once the dog has signs of it.

Marquis WILL NOT KILL COCCIDIA, only PREVENT it from explosion growth due to STRESS.

or

Albon 12 1/2% Solution

1cc per 5-10 LBS Daily

.5-10 cc (1/2 tsp) per gallon drinking water.

or

MARQUIS

(“Mar-Key”)

DO NOT USE ALBON and MARQUIS together.

If you gave ALBON today, DO NOT give Marquis today.

If you need to give ALBON for Coccidia, it is TOO LATE

to use MARQUIS. Continue the Albon as prescribed.

This information is taken from notes and experience of a nationally know veterinarian who is deep into care and research of canine disease’s, and my own experience for over 3 years using this drug.

The Manufacturer’s of MARQUIS take NO responsibility for this information due to incomplete FDA testing regulations.

It is NOT USDA approved for canine. Breeders have been using it in Europe for a while before we started using it in the USA.

Marquis is a Equine product for protozoa. Many US kennels are using it successfully on dogs to prevent coccidia outbreaks.

Coccidia has a 28 day life span as a parasite. Marquis will NOT kill full blown

coccidia, only PREVENT it from an outbreak.

Supplier: Avenue Vet Clinic sells Marquis already MIXED

for @ $.48 a cc which medicates 5 lbs of dog.

Their number is 1-800-642-6594 OR 712 722-2522

YOU NEED A PRESCRIPTION

This is good if you have a small kennel and don’t need a lot.

It is very difficult to mix (like toothpaste) and may be worth the

money to have them mix it.

Marquis works 21 out of 28 days. It is no good for e-coli infections.

You must kill e-coli with antibiotics Marquis is a paste that is very expensive, but does a lot of litters.

MARQUIS

MARQUIS will NOT KILL coccidia if they have an outbreak and it is showing itself in symptom.

IT PREVENTS the coccidia growth in their system until the build natural immunity.

I have found pups are bigger and stronger since giving this Rx.

Runts survive 9 out of 10 times if no internal defect. I HIGHLY recommend this Rx.

DOSAGE:

Young puppies up to 10 weeks of age:

Mix 1 part paste to 3 parts distilled water and give 1cc per 4 lbs

WEIGH PUP

Give Day 4, then 2,4,6,8 and 10 weeks of age by mouth.

Pups over 12 weeks

Give 1 cc paste per 10 lbs. Repeat in 7 days then every 14 days 2-3X

Coccidia is a very tough parasite, but these pups will NOT get coccidia if you give this religiously.

Coccidia will quickly cause anemia and pneumonia and any secondary infections possible, quickly killing puppies. If you have coccidia and are treating with ALBON, they also need an antibiotic such as Clavomox. Your vaccinations WILL NOT work if a pup has coccicia outbreak.

DO NOT GIVE CORID. CORID IS TOXIC AT WRONG DOSAGE.

SOURCES:

Dr. Bob Page DVM 731-364-3115 Expert on Coccidia and Developer of NEOPAR

Suppliers of Marquis:

Avenue Vet Clinic 712 722-2522

Argimed 573 -769-2611

Iowa Vet Clinic 800-642-6594

We have a LARGE DIRECTORY of TOPICS and Suggest you visit there next at http://www.gloryridge.com/directory.htm

Feel free to CALL me with any questions as to my experience with this subject. Please call only 9-4PM Mon-Wed.

Karen DeAngelo

816 470-2301

E-mail anytime: gloryridge@myturbonet.com

About The Author
Karen DeAngelo has been a shih-tzu breeder since 1986 of GLORY RIDGE SHIH-TZU (http://www.gloryridge.com). Her website has won the 2006 and 2007 Dog Lovers Website Award for BEST SHIH-TZU PHOTOS. Karen has deep knowledge of shih-tzu and raises pet and therapy dogs for people who want more that “just a dog”.

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Hints On Picking A Puppy To Suit Your Lifestyle

Monday, August 6th, 2007

by Jason Turnbull

The greatest thing about choosing a puppy is that you get to pick your new family member. Unfortunately you didn’t get the same luxury when you inherited that Uncle or Aunt who always manages to say the most inappropriate things at the best of times. A few hints on picking a puppy can make a big difference.

Picking a puppy is one of the most satisfying and enjoyable experiences you could have. Going from puppy to puppy seeing their big lovable eyes and their floppy paws is heart warming. However, if you haven’t researched the right breed for you, it is very easy to find yourself making an impulse buy at a pet store.

Unfortunately impulse buying from a pet store results in dogs being left at shelters or becoming homeless. You see the grandma down the street attempting to walk the Great Dane her family thought was cute as a puppy. They didn’t quite realize it would grow to be so large. Now when grandma tries to walk her dog it looks more like someone trying to barefoot water ski behind a boat. That adorable puppy just doesn’t quite fit with what grandma was after in a dog.

So the question arises, how do you know which puppy will grow to become a suitable dog for your lifestyle? The first thing you should do is work out what you want from your dog.

Below are some hints on picking a puppy you should think about before selecting a good dog breeder to get your pooch from. Grab yourself a pen and paper, put your feet up and outline the ideal friend for you:

• What type of dog is suited to your home environment? Write down if you’re living in a big family home or a small apartment. You will want to be realistic about which dog will fit your home.
• Are you after an indoors or outdoors dog? Make a note of where the ideal dog can sleep and spend it’s time during the days. Some breeds really hate the cold and some just have separation anxiety that makes them want to be close to you at all times. Start planning sleep areas and play areas. Will you need more fencing around your yard?
• How much time do you have for grooming your pooch? Write down if you have time for daily weekly or monthly grooming requirements. Many short hair breeds require little maintenance whilst others need you pampering them daily with brushing.
• How much time do you have to exercise your pup? Outlining how much time you can spend walking and playing with your dog is important. Do you have time for extensive daily exercise or only leisurely strolls? Have a list of the exercises would you like to enjoy with your new pooch?
• Consider whether you are after a puppy that will snuggle on he couch or one that will be a great fitness partner during exercise. If you want a playful active dog or a mellow easy going dog, make a note of it. There are many different breeds hat will suit whatever your needs are.
• An important thing to consider is the cost to provide for your puppy. Write down a budget if need be. Generally the bigger the breed, the more expensive they will be. This is for food, leads, dog bowls and vet bills may also be more expensive due to needing larger doses of medication. You will also want to research common medical conditions found in certain breeds as they can also be expensive.Once you have this list, you will find many information sites telling you which breeds will fit what you are looking for. Cross out breeds that don’t fit and make a list of the ones that do. Then it is time to finalize your decision, possibly meet a few pooches of the breed you like and start to recognize their personality traits.There is nothing quite like choosing a best friend that fits everything you desire. A puppy will have unconditional love and affection for you and strive to please you at every opportunity.

About the author:
Shelley Davies and Jason Turnbull, passionate dog lovers and creators of
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