Scope of Practice Limitation
I am designed exclusively to answer questions about human medicine and cannot provide guidance on veterinary medicine. My training, evidence base, and clinical recommendations are specifically tailored to human healthcare, and applying this knowledge to animal patients would be inappropriate and potentially harmful.
Why This Distinction Matters
Fundamental physiological differences: Dogs, cats, and other animals have vastly different metabolic pathways, drug pharmacokinetics, organ systems, and disease presentations compared to humans 1, 2.
Medication safety concerns: Drugs that are safe and effective in humans can be toxic or lethal to animals, and dosing calculations differ substantially between species 3.
Diagnostic approaches vary: While some diagnostic principles overlap, veterinary medicine requires species-specific knowledge of normal anatomy, behavior, and disease patterns that differ from human medicine 4, 5.
Appropriate Resources for Veterinary Questions
For veterinary medical questions, you should consult:
- Licensed veterinarians who have completed accredited veterinary medical education programs 2
- Veterinary specialists for complex or unusual cases 2
- Veterinary medical databases and literature specifically designed for animal health 1, 4
- Veterinary professional organizations and their clinical guidelines 2
The One Health Connection
While I cannot answer veterinary questions, I can address zoonotic disease concerns where animal and human health intersect, such as:
- Rabies risk assessment and post-exposure prophylaxis for humans after animal bites 6
- Disease transmission between pets and immunocompromised human patients 7
- Public health measures for disease prevention in settings where humans and animals interact 7
If your question involves human health risks from animal contact or zoonotic disease prevention, please rephrase it to focus on the human health aspect, and I will be able to assist.