Updated February 10, 2015, 10:33 PM. Return the drinking age to 18 -- and then enforce the law. The current system, which forbids alcohol to Americans under 21, is widely flouted, with disastrous consequences. Teaching people to drink responsibly before they turn 21 would enormously enhance public health.
Muscle Wasting and Fatigue: The use of prednisone in dogs can cause unusual weakness and fatigue. If your pet seems to be exhibiting lethargy, do consult a veterinarian. Inflammation: Prolonged use of prednisone can cause pain and inflammation in joints thereby making it difficult for the dog to walk.
Prednisone makes dogs drink more and pee more. Incontinence is actually a very common side effect. Max was on prednisone a couple years ago for itching, and he did the same thing. Prednisone also has a tendency to make dogs want to eat more, which is one of the reasons long-term use leads to weight gain. It's not uncommon for the side effects to show up several days after starting. Prednisone builds up in the system to a point (which is why you start once a day, sometimes even twice a day, then lower the dose). Unfortunately, aggression is another potential side effect of prednisone, but a dog that already is temperamentally sound will not be as prone to that.