Compared with most professions outside Wall Street, doctors are paid handsomely. And unlike many workers these days, their salaries are generally keeping pace with inflation. A doctor who becomes a cardiologist or a radiologist commands twice ($380,000 or more) what a pediatrician ($190,000) does. And doctors who choose to practice in the Midwest or South instead of the Northeast or West Coast can add anywhere from $10,000 to $60,000 to their salaries. In Pictures: What Your Doctor Makes.
There are some differing opinions on this, but generally, it is not recommended for cats. In fact, it could be toxic and deadly for them. Thatâs because Neosporin contains an antioxidant called, Polymyxin B. This has been linked to anaphylaxis and death, although these extreme reactions are rare. Generally speaking, however, many vets and other health experts adamantly oppose the use of Polymyxin B on cats.
Peppermint Oil and Phenols. The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals states that cats are particularly sensitive to peppermint oil, noting the oil may cause harmful effects to the gastrointestinal system, central nervous system and liver. As well, inhaling the oil may cause aspiration pneumonia. However, the peppermint plant is not listed on the organization's toxic and nontoxic plant database as being safe -- or unsafe -- to pets. PetMD considers peppermint to be a cat-friendly plant, advocating it for home gardens.