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New peer-reviewed study by Washington & Kansas state University shows dogs treated with antibiotics were 3 times more likely to develop knee ligament tears (CCLD), and those given steroids were 3.5 times more likely, compared to dogs not given these medications.

"Results: 419 dogs (216 cases and 203 controls) were enrolled in this study. The odds of CCLD after systemic fluoroquinolone exposure was 3.00 times (CI 1.01-8.90) higher than odds of CCLD without fluoroquinolone exposure. The odds of CCLD after systemic glucocorticoid exposure was 3.51 times (CI 1.94-6.37)) higher than odds of CCLD without glucocorticoid exposure. Topical administration was not found to pose the same risk. Conclusions: These data suggest that administration of systemic fluoroquinolones or systemic glucocorticoids were identified as risk factors for the development of CCLD in Retriever breeds. Prospective studies are needed. Clinical Relevance: Although not all risk factors for CCLD can be mitigated, systemic fluoroquinolones and/or glucocorticoids should be used cautiously in Retriever breeds."

07/16/2025

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New research published in BMC Veterinary Research provides safety and dosing data for testosterone restoration in neutered dogs.