I have a West Highland White TERRIER - WEIGHS 24 lbs. He's almost 7 years old.
Last summer he developed major gum problems about 2 months after having his teeth cleaned for the second time in his life.
He has been on "Revolution" for the past few years 10 months out of the year.
The vet put him on Denamarin since a blood test showed lower liver funtions then what he should have. He was drinking 6 to 7 cups of water in a 24 hour period. After being one the Denamarin now for 4 months his water consumption is down consistently for over 2 months to 2 to 3 cups of water per 24 hour period.
I think that the Revolution is causing his liver situation (a side effect of the medicine) and I am really hesitant to start him on Revolution again this spring. Do you think I am being rediculous or that he might be being harmed by this rather toxic drug that gets in his blood stream for 10 months our of the year?
He is an otherwise very heathy and moderately active dog. He likes to play and he eats very well. His teeth and gums are also totally back to normal now.
He's going for another (6 months) blood check of his liver function, etc.
BUT the Revolution?? Could it cause a liver and gum problem in an otherwise healthy Westie.
