Dog care, symptoms, health issues, and dog health advocacy from an owner's perspective. In loving memory of Jasmine.
Severe or chronic GI disease can be challenging to treat. Dogs with severe chronic problems without a clear cause often don’t respond to treatment. The underlying factors can be genetic, environmental, immune, or involve the state of intestinal bacteria. In fact, the disruption in intestinal microbiota appears to be the key. Probiotic therapy can prove helpful. However, there is a…
Chiropractic care can help treat injuries, restore mobility and relieve pain. But the benefits of chiropractic care don’t end there. Source: Trupanion Animal chiropractic? Really? Well, until recently, I didn’t know much about it either. When I first read about it, as interesting as it sounded, I would have never considered it for my dog. Anecdotal evidence issue aside, in…
What do you do when you run out of options? You look for new approaches. I am not one to give up. When I exhaust mainstream possibilities, I become open to unorthodox and unusual solutions. I look for answers anywhere they might be found. I first learned about Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine in one dog health forum. It had some…
A mast cell tumor is a cancer of mast cells, a type of immune cells involved in allergic response. Even though they can form internally, you’re most likely to find a mast cell tumor (MCT) when you detect a bump on your dog’s skin. Some breeds are especially susceptible to developing these tumors, such as: Boxers Bull Terriers Boston Terriers…
Have you ever heard about acupuncture for dogs? Even though throughout modern history acupuncture had many opponents, it held its own. In veterinary medicine, acupuncture is gaining ground. We are fortunate that our local veterinarian includes acupuncture in her services. It was one reason she was high on my list when I was looking for a veterinarian. Theoretically, acupuncture can…