Sep 06, 2005. The thyroid dimensions are at the upper limits of normal - I do 6-8 ultrasounds a day in the office and usually the measurements of normal thyroids are 4-4.8 x 1.0-1.8 x 0.8-1.6cm which is consistent with published dimensions.ep 06, 2005. The thyroid dimensions are at the upper limits of normal - I do 6-8 ultrasounds a day in the office and usually the measurements of normal thyroids are 4-4.8 x 1.0-1.8 x 0.8-1.6cm which is consistent with published dimensions.
Probiotics, the good intestinal bacteria usually prescribed to treat diarrhea, have helped many dogs with tear staining. Look for a veterinary probiotic such as FortiFlora, Prostora or Proviable. Don't give Princess antibiotics like tylosin or tetracycline.robiotics, the good intestinal bacteria usually prescribed to treat diarrhea, have helped many dogs with tear staining. Look for a veterinary probiotic such as FortiFlora, Prostora or Proviable. Don't give Princess antibiotics like tylosin or tetracycline.
If you have a dog or cat with tear staining, I recommend talking about it with your veterinarian at your next appointment. It's important to rule out medical causes before you assume it's a simple matter of too much tear production. Why Some Pets Have or Show More Tear Staining. Tearstains are typically the result of porphyrins.