Dog with Arthritis? Natural Solutions that work
Today’s article is about pain, specifically what you can do for it at home. One of the more common causes is arthritis- especially in middle aged to older dogs. Some effective and safe nutraceuticals for this include: glucosamine, chondroitin, MSM, Essential Fatty Acids. ———————- Symptoms of...
Read MoreSteps for Pet CPR
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation is the most important First Aid technique that every pet owner should be comfortable with. Chances are that you will never have to use it, but it will save your pet’s life if a ball is lodged in his airway. There are some very basic steps: 1. Assess responsiveness 2. Establish a patent airway 3. Perform rescue breathing 4. Cardiac massage – establishing...
Read MoreNew anesthesia guidelines for pets
Part of being an involved pet owner, means being aware of current dog and cat health issues, and ADVOCATING for your pet. Here is a specific example; AAHA has released new anesthesia guidelines for dogs and cats- for in my opinion, some veterinarians need their anesthesia protocols to be improved. Medicine changes and progresses. But is this being implemented in your veterinary...
Read MoreAging slowed with supplement mix
Aging slowed in mice with supplement mix It might be possible to cure aging, say scientists who’ve found that lab mice get smarter and more agile as they age when fed a mix of nutritional supplements. The animal results at McMaster University in Hamilton illustrate how investigators aim to slow down the aging process to avoid the physical and mental declines that often come as more candles...
Read MoreCombat rising Veterinary Charges
It seems that veterinary charges are making news lately. In a recent AP-Petside poll, Vet visits cost pet owners an average of $505 dollars last year. The pet owners with serious illnesses spent more than $1,000. Fortunately, most pet owners trust that vets are not suggesting unnecessary treatments, and the bulk of pet owners faced costs below the average. Veterinary care is expensive. I used to...
Read MoreFever in pets: signs and natural solutions
Fever in Dogs and Cats ——————————————— SIGNS Your pet has a decreased appetite and lower energy. His ears are hot to the touch and he pants excessively in the house. CAUSES A fever is usually caused by a bacterial or viral infection. Having a high temperature makes it more difficult for bugs to grow in the...
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