Cataracts In Dogs
Cataracts can occur in dogs and is rarely seen in cats. Most often this is seen as an aging process of the lens in the eye. Generally, they are an opaque and calcification of the lens in the eyes. When it is a mild problem, it is called immature cataracts. Their severity can vary from mild visual problems to hypermature cataracts which cause blindness. It can take several months to years for a cataract to progress to the point of causing blindness. Many times dogs with hip dysplasia, ear problems, and chronic skin allergies will develop cataracts as they get older. ...
Cancer Prevention In Dogs and Cats
Do you have a fear of the "BIG C" word, Cancer, when you take your pet to the veterinarian? Cancer is a dreaded disease whether it is in an animal or human's life. There are indications that chemicals in foods, environmental pollutants, automobile emissions, and the use of plastics can help contribute to cancer. Cancer has certainly become more common in our time, even affecting the very young. The best prevention you can have in preventing cancer in yourself or your pet is to have a healthy immune system. The thymus gland, liver, spleen, and the lymph system all work together ...
What If Your Pet Is Diagnosed With Cancer?
Helpful treatment for cancer can offer three possibilities. Cure the condition with the tumors getting smaller or being eliminated. Extending life beyond the anticipated time that is expected. Maintaining a good quality of life in the time that remains for your pet. Many times the pets are older when they are diagnosed with cancer, and may not have immune systems that are functioning optimally. Many times they are in poor health to start with. When nutritional changes are made supporting their body's functions better and when homeopathic treatment is implemented, the pet can have some good quality of life remaining. Many times though the ...
Hyperthyroidism in Cats: Symptoms and Causes
Hyperthyroidism is one of the most common disorders of cats involving the endocrine system. This system contains glands that produce hormones. The adrenal, thyroid and pituitary glands are three of the most common. Hyperthyroidism is caused by the overproduction of hormones by the thyroid gland. The hormones produced by this gland are responsible for regulating metabolic rate as well as influencing other body systems. What are the signs of hyperthyroidism in cats? For one, they may experience weight loss at an alarming rate. Although they are consuming more food normal, the loss ...
Tribute To My Mother, Bessie Allene Bradley
My mother, Bessie Allene Bradley, was a grand lady! She passed away on Oct. 15, 2009, early in the morning just before her normal time to get up. Mom was 84 years old. She had been very active up until about 2 weeks before her death. I am very grateful for her being able to go and do as she desired. She had some mobility challenges due to sciatic nerve problems and used a cane for stability. She also did not move as quickly as she always did, but she still bought her own groceries and tended to her own ...
Salmonella in Dogs and Cats
There are two types of germs that are strictly human pathogens (like a bacteria that will cause disease), and they are Salmonella typhi and paratyphi. Domestic animals or dogs and cats do not cause either of these infections. There are other "non-thyphoid" Salmonella enterica which can be present in the GI tracts of animals as well as be present in the environment. Most cases of Salmonellosis is not acquired by direct contact with animals but by eating contaminated foods. Some examples of contaminated foods would be eating undercooked eggs or eating undercooked meats or even meats that had some type ...
Arthritis, Treatment Options
Do you suspect arthritis in your pet? You may want to take your pet to the veterinarian when you first see signs of arthritis. These symptoms would include getting up slowly, limping or favoring a hip or joint, whimpering with pain upon movement, or responding to the pain of having an area palpated or rubbed. An accurate diagnosis would be very helpful before deciding what type of treatment options you want to pursue for your pet. As I have mentioned earlier, one of the most important things you can do for yourself or your pet is to educate yourself about the ...
Arthritis in Dogs and Cats
Arthritis does occur in dogs and cats. It actually is more common in dogs. Arthritis is an inflammation of the joint. There are different kinds of arthritis, osteoarthritis, feline arthritis, canine arthritis, and rheumatoid arthritis. For cats many times, the arthritis can be more advanced in the disease process, before it is diagnosed. Watch your senior cat for limping or favoring a limb, or seeming stiff after taking one of their famous "cat naps". They may be reluctant to jump or climb stairs, or may even cry out with pain. These could be signs of arthritis. Types of Arthritis Osteoarthritis is caused ...
Bad Behaviors in Dogs and Cats
Many times the bad behaviors we see in our pets relate to a deeper problem. The challenge can come when trying to decide on the cause of the problem. Sometimes it can be like we feel with our infants, "If only they could talk and tell me what is wrong!" Here are a few factors that contribute to emotional or behavioral problems: Anxiety - Travel or kenneling can cause anxiety in pets. Some may have nausea while riding in a car or they may associate a ride in the car as a trip to the vet. Separation anxiety and the above mentioned ...
Holistic Pet Care VS Conventional Pet Care
What is Holistic Pet Care? The definition for "holistic" is to be "concerned with integrated wholes or complete systems rather than with the analysis or treatment of separate parts". Holistic veterinary service basically seeks to find the cause of a disease rather than to fight it symptom by symptom. It advocates displacing strong medicines with natural, herbal, nutritional and physical measures. What if I tried holistic care and "nothing happened"? Actually you would have already had a great part in improving your pet's health, whether you can see the difference or not. You would have done it without the use of ...
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Cataracts In Dogs
Cataracts can occur in dogs and is rarely seen in cats. Most often this is seen as an aging process of the lens in the eye. Generally, they are an opaque and calcification of the lens in the eyes. When it is a mild problem, it is called immature cataracts. Their severity can vary from mild visual problems to hypermature cataracts which cause...
Tribute To My Mother, Bessie Allene Bradley
My mother, Bessie Allene Bradley, was a grand lady! She passed away on Oct. 15, 2009, early in the morning just before her normal time to get up. Mom was 84 years old. She had been very active up until about 2 weeks before her death. I am very grateful for her being able to go and do as she desired. She had some mobility challenges due to...
Bad Behaviors in Dogs and Cats
Many times the bad behaviors we see in our pets relate to a deeper problem. The challenge can come when trying to decide on the cause of the problem. Sometimes it can be like we feel with our infants, “If only they could talk and tell me what is wrong!” Here are a few factors that contribute to emotional or behavioral problems: Anxiety...
Dog or Cat Is Sick–Tips To Help
Your dog or cat is sick. Should you take it to the veterinarian or attempt to take care of the animal yourself at home? If your dog or cat has been injured, needing surgical repairs, is severely dehydrated, or has a severe infection, a trip to the vet is necessary. It can be imperitive that you get them to the veterinarian immediately in those...
Food Allergies in Dogs or Cats
You may not know it or be aware of the fact that there are food allergies in dogs and cats. Just as some humans suffer from allergies; dogs and cats can suffer with them as well. If you are feeding your pet commercial dog food, it may even be causing symptoms of an allergic reaction. Signs of Food Allergies Your pet may exhibit symptoms of food allergies...
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Arthritis in Dogs and Cats
Arthritis does occur in dogs and cats. It actually is more common in dogs. Arthritis is an inflammation of the joint. There are different kinds of arthritis, osteoarthritis, feline arthritis, canine arthritis, and rheumatoid arthritis. For cats many times, the arthritis can be more advanced in the disease process, before it is diagnosed. Watch...
Skin Care and Diet For Dogs
How Does Skin Care and Diet Relate To Each Other? Skin care for our dogs is very important. We would all love to have our dogs showing a pretty shiny soft coat, that looks very healthy. How do you get the shiny healthy coat? Make sure your dog is getting a nutritious diet that is a good balance of meat, grain, and vegetables. Also you want to...
Dog Allergy Diet
This diet comes from the book of Dr Richard Pitcairn. The title of the book is Natural Health For Dogs & Cats. It is an excellent book and has a world of information in it. I have a copy of the third edition. If you are interested in the book, click on the link below. Dog Allergy Diet 1 4 cups Brown Rice 3 pounds (6 cups) raw lamb or mutton 2...
Commercial Pet Foods
Have you ever wondered what is really in commercial pet foods? How well does the label help us understand what is really in the pet food? We are instructed to look at the level of the protein, but unfortunately, the listing on the back does not tell us the “biological value” or the “digestibility” of that protein. The digestibility...
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Cancer Prevention In Dogs and Cats
Do you have a fear of the “BIG C” word, Cancer, when you take your pet to the veterinarian? Cancer is a dreaded disease whether it is in an animal or human’s life. There are indications that chemicals in foods, environmental pollutants, automobile emissions, and the use of plastics can help contribute to cancer. Cancer has certainly...
What If Your Pet Is Diagnosed With Cancer?
Helpful treatment for cancer can offer three possibilities. Cure the condition with the tumors getting smaller or being eliminated. Extending life beyond the anticipated time that is expected. Maintaining a good quality of life in the time that remains for your pet. Many times the pets are older when they are diagnosed with cancer, and may not have...
Hyperthyroidism in Cats: Symptoms and Causes
Hyperthyroidism is one of the most common disorders of cats involving the endocrine system. This system contains glands that produce hormones. The adrenal, thyroid and pituitary glands are three of the most common. Hyperthyroidism is caused by the overproduction of hormones by the thyroid gland. The hormones produced by this gland are responsible...
Salmonella in Dogs and Cats
There are two types of germs that are strictly human pathogens (like a bacteria that will cause disease), and they are Salmonella typhi and paratyphi. Domestic animals or dogs and cats do not cause either of these infections. There are other “non-thyphoid” Salmonella enterica which can be present in the GI tracts of animals as well as...
Arthritis, Treatment Options
Do you suspect arthritis in your pet? You may want to take your pet to the veterinarian when you first see signs of arthritis. These symptoms would include getting up slowly, limping or favoring a hip or joint, whimpering with pain upon movement, or responding to the pain of having an area palpated or rubbed. An accurate diagnosis would be very...
Holistic Pet Care VS Conventional Pet Care
What is Holistic Pet Care? The definition for “holistic” is to be “concerned with integrated wholes or complete systems rather than with the analysis or treatment of separate parts”. Holistic veterinary service basically seeks to find the cause of a disease rather than to fight it symptom by symptom. It advocates displacing...
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