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    How to holistically help a UTI in senior male dog?

    1. Gixxer/14/male 2. Neutered 3. Mix: English bulldog, husky, boxer 4. Approx. 65lbs 5. B/E - less energy than usual, not as excited as he usually is, he paces back and forth, sometimes walking in circles at night, he sleeps fine during the day when someone is with him, he still enjoys going for...
  2. A

    Diarrhea- Bright red blood in stool

    Your pet's name: Murphy age:3 sex: m Neutering status: vasectomy 3. Breed: springer spaniel 4. Approximate weight : 35 5. What's their BEAM (behavior, energy, appetite, mood) B: mostly normal E: ok, below normal A: fine, but fasting today M: ok, tolerating travel, little nervous 6. Diet ...
  3. DayshaG

    Different pupil size in feline with hyper-pigmentation in one iris

    Good afternoon: I noticed my 14.5 year old domestic short hair Maya's pupils were of varying size today, which is a new symptom. In 2020, at a wellness exam, my notes show our vet took a picture of Maya's left eye which had a spot around 3PM to 6PM (I had raised the question of the spot...
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    Mast cell tumor home therapy

    My 8yr old 22lb Frenchie, Bubba was just diagnosed with a mast cell tumor on his right leg on Tuesday. His vet suggested removing as much as they can, not a lot of skin to close up the incision. And then take him to an oncologist. I said no to the surgery not only because of his age, but because...
  5. D

    Positive Anaplasmosis test

    1. Your pet's name - Winston 2. Approximate age - 3 3. Sex- Male 4. Neutering status - neutered 5. Breed- german shepard mix 6. Approximate weight - 53 lbs 7. What's their BEAM - acting himself, great appetite, eager do do things by my side as always 8. Raw diet 9. Vaccination history-...
  6. J

    Labrador Bloating after Meals

    1. Your pet's name: NED 2. Approximate age: 9.5 3. Sex : MALE 4. Neutering status : Neutered 5. Breed :Labrador Retriever 6. Approximate weight : 55 7. What's their BEAM (behavior, energy, appetite, mood) : Ned is high energy, animated, has hard time calming down especially around new people...
  7. DayshaG

    Lab-Grown Meat

    Good morning! I was just looking at the March issue of the Little Big Cat newsletter from @Dr. Jean Hofve and read about cell-cultured meat, poultry and fish. Dr Jean, I am interested in hearing a little more about this intriguing topic and why you feel it will be beneficial. For those who...
  8. AnnaH

    Can flea medication cause anxiety since it affects the Neurological system?

    Can flea medication cause anxiety since it affects the Neurological system? I gave my cat virbac flea medicine in January and she seemed to have a significant increase in meowing. At the same time, I went out of town for 10 days while my partner fed them daily. (she works from home) bu leaves in...
  9. P

    Gum Cyst-Canine

    1. Your pet's name Kenji 2. Approximate age - 11 yrs old 3. Sex Male 4. Neutering status Neutered 5. Breed Parson Russell Terrier 6. Approximate weight 18 lb 7. What's their BEAM (behavior, energy, appetite, mood) - Mood is good, appetite good, energy level good, but starting to slow down...
  10. AnnaH

    GPS tracker tag suggestion for my cat please. ??

    Hello friends, Does anyone have a recommendation for a gps tracker tag I can put on my cat’s collar? I’m going to start letting him go back out again. Thank you!!
  11. M

    10 month old lab puppy itchy, inflamed ears, yeast smell

    1. Oscar 2. 10 months 3. Male 4. Intact 5. Labrador Retriever 6. 60lbs 7. Friendly, loves attention and affection, can be very demanding of both. Energy is high, high drive always go go go, appetite is normal for a lab, food motivated, eats fast, mood is good, does have some anxious...
  12. D

    Anal gland odor in cat

    Your pet's name - Gizmo Approximate age - 1 year Sex - Male Neutering status - neutered Breed - DSH Approximate weight 10 lb What's their BEAM (behavior, energy, appetite, mood) 10/10 Diet - Stella & Chewy's rehydrated raw - 1 cup per day Vaccination history / exposure to toxins, other...
  13. DayshaG

    Feline Dental Extractions and Long-Acting Pain Reliever

    I've spoken a lot about Bella, my little kitty with kidney issues, but today I am posting about her sister Maya. Maya is about to come home today from a routine dental cleaning with some extractions (she's had extractions over the years), but today was the 1st day a vet gave her what they...
  14. DayshaG

    Comparing labs for kidney disease in my cat Bella (2023 vs 2024). GOOD NEWS!!

    :cat2:Happy Dance today! Bella and I were dancing to "Celebration" from Kool and the Gang ?! I wanted to share the reason I am so grateful ? and happy....Bella's lab results from our vet visit yesterday, 1/23/24. Please see attached. To help put things in perspective, I'll share a little...
  15. DayshaG

    Enjoying exploration of HA resources for kidney disease

    Good morning! I finally made some time in my busy schedule to begin exploring on my own in the HA resources to learn more about kidney disease. I'm so grateful for the information I am receiving from so many resources. From the articles, to webinars....I am increasing my knowledge which makes...
  16. DayshaG

    Gabapentin for Cat During Car Ride

    Good morning: Many of you have become familiar with my cat Bella, 13 yrs and 9 mos old who has kidney issues. I've had some chats with you re: Bella's anxiety in going to the vet, and how in the past I would give her gabapentin to calm her down for the 1 hour ride one way to the vet I used to...
  17. DayshaG

    Observations on raw versus cooked diet for Bella's kidneys

    Good evening and Happy New Year! Per our recent chats in the Forum, I decided recently to transition Bella back onto her raw food diet, with the addition of Aventi for her kidney support. A few things I have observed: Her fur has gotten a little softer like it used to be However, she is...
  18. DayshaG

    Omega 3 fish oil for kidney support of Bella

    Good morning! Since I have started using Aventi Kidney complete for my kitty Bella's kidney issues per recent homeopathic vet's recommendation, I noticed there is also an Aventi Omega 3 liquid supplement. I've been using Nordic Naturals Omega 3 pet (liquid oil supplement) per suggestion of a...
  19. DayshaG

    Building confidence & breaking up with a doc when changing diets for kidney disease (cooked vs raw)

    Good morning all! I wanted to share that after my initial consult with homeopathic vet Dr. Judy Herman last week, I also touched on the topic of nutrition with her. I shared that what HA! has reminded me about (and these next words are coming from me!) is that I don't have to take one...
  20. DayshaG

    New homeopathic vet appt completed for Bella's kidney issues! :)

    Good morning all! I have been recovering from quite a doozy of a cold virus for over 2 weeks now. I wanted to share I had my 1st phone consult with Dr. Judy Herman last week to try a new path for Bella's kidney issues. I just started Bella on Phosphorus 6C which fit her picture to start, and...
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