Wood from the root was prized as it was less prone to cracking during use. The wood would be smeared with butter or lard, and placed up a chimney to cure, giving the shillelagh its typical black shiny appearance.
Tramadol for dogs and cats. For dogs and cats, tramadol is used often as a pain reliever for post-surgery pain or chronic conditions such as cancer or arthritis, said Dr. Greg Nelson, a veterinarian with Central Veterinary Associates, in Valley Stream, New York.
There are many options for pain relief in dogs. For example, the pain medication TramadolÂ®, which is an NSAID but behaves like a narcotic, is sometimes prescribed. According to some experts, anti-depressants can also have an impact in lessening chronic pain. Corticosteroids are sometimes used as well.