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Discharge from the nose

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Question
Hi Sandra I took Itsy and Bitsy to the vets last night to get them checked out respiratory wise they were clear yet still discharging from the nose. They were prescribed Baytril and if the symptoms are still there in 10 days or i notice any change  to phone the vet back and she will give them something else. I am worried what else can this be.

Answer
Your vet is WRONG to let you wait 10 days.  Antibiotics work in 3 days.  If he isnt better in 3 days its time to use a new medication.  However, if you read my site about the red discharge you will see its not always something to worry about.  Lets see in a few days how the baytril works. Have you changed the bedding yet?