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Older dogs may start to exhibit symptoms of canine arthritis, which can be mitigated by the use of Rimadyl. Rimadyl may ease pain and allow your dog to be more active, which can promote joint flexibility and overall health. As part of a Paw Nation series providing background about the medical problems your pet may suffer, we spoke to Dr. Randy Aronson, owner of Partners in Animal Wellness Services in Tucson, Ariz. to gain some insights about the drug. Don't forget to consult your veterinarian before giving medicine or supplements to your pet.

What is Rimadyl?
Rimadyl is one of the trade names for carprofen, a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug.

Is Rimadyl a prescription or over-the-counter drug?
Rimadyl is a prescription-only drug.

What is the most common use of Rimadyl?
Rimadyl is most commonly used to ease musculoskeletal pain and inflammation associated with arthritis in older dogs. It can also be used short term to deal with pain in your dog's joints, or inflammation and pain that arises when recovering from soft-tissue surgery.

AKC Recognizes Three New Breeds
Got a cane corso, Icelandic sheepdog or a Leonberger you'd like to show? You're in luck! The AKC is now recognizing these breeds, according to "Today." These three breeds will be able to compete in shows and take part in all other AKC activities, joining 164 other breeds already recognized by the organization.

75-Year-Old Woman Peddles Drugs to Feed Pets
When an elderly cat lover in the Netherlands was caught with a bag of cocaine and cannabis in her car, she admitted to selling drugs, but insisted it was only so she could earn enough money to feed all of her kitties, reports WNYW-TV. She promised not to do it again, and was let off with a warning.

Puppy Saved by Plumber May Get a New Home
A newborn puppy fell down a drain at the Humane Society last week, and when workers heard the little guy whimpering, they called a plumber. The plumber not only saved the puppy's life, he also fell in love with the little furball and hopes to adopt him, reports KYTX-TV. In the meantime, the puppy has earned an appropriate nickname: Drano!

60 Shelter Dogs Leave California for Canada on Private Jet
In rescue news of a different sort, 60 dogs have crossed the Canadian border in search of permanent homes thanks to philanthropist Jan Folk, reports the Associated Press. The small dogs were unwanted in their home state of California, but Folk says they'll all find homes within a couple of weeks in Edmonton, Alberta. Folks has taken 312 dogs to Edmonton in the last year.

So you've caught Whiskers eating straight out of the Cheetos bag recently. Suddenly, he's staying up all night and sleeping all day. He's really into wearing headbands, is unusually mute, and has stopped chasing that rodent tunneled behind the couch. Instead, he's giving the mouse high-fives and sharing its cheese, claiming the critter is just "another little dude looking for a good time."

And, for the love of God, Whiskers will not stop quoting The Big Lebowski.

So just what happened to your furry feline? Whiskers and you may have to sit down and watch the following video. After all, if you don't talk to your cat about catnip, who will?

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