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.
Recommended dose of Tramadol for dogs. The dose of Tramadol for dogs recommended by veterinarians is 1-5 mg per kg weight of the dog. For instance, your dog weighs 20 kg then you can give him 20-100 mg of Tramadol in up to four dosages every day. They, usually, prescribe to start with two dosages of 50 mg in a day to relieve his pain effectively.