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| hot spot | 11/20/2008 |
Q: I have a 79 pound golden retriever. He is about 4-5 years old. I have him on a holistic diet of ...
A: Minna, I would love to help but this could be serious. If this is that leather looking, you should ...
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| My Shih Tzus | 11/18/2008 |
Q: My ShihTzus one day just wondered to my house and wouldn't leave. We walked him throughout the ...
A: Well, he could have had some trauma in his life? Hard to say! I wish they could talk to us and ...
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| dog blister on bottom | 11/18/2008 |
Q: My dog had some soft stool tonight and when I cleaned her backside up I noticed a bump on her bottom ...
A: If the area is just pink and no swelling then we could try a few supplements and warm compresses. ...
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| My Shih Tzus | 11/17/2008 |
Q: My ShihTzus one day just wondered to my house and wouldn't leave. We walked him throughout the ...
A: Oh Boy! Wow.... A very stressed little shih tzu.. How about you try a few supplements to help calm ...
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| ALLERGIES | 11/17/2008 |
Q: I have a I believe is a Bichon and maybe a Poodle. He is about 44 pounds I would guess about 12 ...
A: I bet we can take care of his problems with a food change and a NuVET wafer supplement. See if you ...
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| What kinds of food should large breed dogs eat | 11/16/2008 |
Q: I have 2 dogs that are a year and 4 mos old. They are sisters from the same litter. Dob/Rot/Lab ...
A: ( sisters) I understand your concern. The food you have them on is OK...not bad but not too great. ...
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| GME | 11/16/2008 |
Q: 5yrs old diagnosed 2wks ago wasd reading your answer to chi owner with same prob i have researched ...
A: I am so sorry your Maltese has GME - For the readers it is called Granulomatous ...
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| 2 himalayan cat sneezing and watery eyes | 11/16/2008 |
Q: i have a male and female himalayan they do have more push in faces but i been to 2 different vet for ...
A: Send me a photo when you can to my personal e-mail ( mtnmom@gci.net). Ok, yes, I can help your ...
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| prostate cancer | 11/14/2008 |
Q: I have a 6 yr old cavalier and he has malignant cells from a culture that came back, he has been ...
A: Oh Haley - I am so sorry for you two. We could try a few supplements **** - I am not sure they ...
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| new boston terrier puppy patella | 11/14/2008 |
Q: I got a new puppy form a breeder and we love her so returning her is not an option. The vet checked ...
A: .... with good food and supplements she may be just fine. Only time will tell and MUCH love from ...
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| dog not eating | 11/14/2008 |
Q: I have a 2 year old tricoloured collie who is very picky about eating. He will sometimes eat the ...
A: .. So try to put the cat food at a place your Collie can't reach it???? Be creative. Ok, let's try ...
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| weepy eyed golden | 11/14/2008 |
Q: The other eye is just fine. Could he have inverted eyelashes, or what would you suggest she do for ...
A: there could be a number of things going on here.... Is this all of the sudden? Has she had troubles ...
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| Lab Ear Infection | 11/14/2008 |
Q: I have a lab that continually gets ear infections. I have taken him to the vets over and over again ...
A: Labs and ear infections go "hand in hand".... A very common problem for lab owners... I would do 3 ...
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| Tex / Lump | 11/13/2008 |
Q: One question, do you think its normal for Tex not to have much of an appetite today since his ordeal ...
A: Yes, some flavored pedilyte would be wonderful...get the bubble gum or grape. Gatorade is ok, too. I ...
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| Tex / Lump | 11/13/2008 |
Q: One question, do you think its normal for Tex not to have much of an appetite today since his ordeal ...
A: Yes, he may have a decreased appetite because he is on antibiotics right? Went through much ...
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| red eyes | 11/13/2008 |
Q: I am fostering a 4 yr old bullmastiff mix, he has been checked out by the vet (before I took him) ...
A: How about your try this : From Revival Animal Health: same thing the vet would order: C- bright ...
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| dog skin problems | 11/13/2008 |
Q: My dog continues to get a staff infection according to the vet and he has taken 2 different ...
A: Yes, I have some help for you and your doggie kid. Let's get rid of the yeast this kid seems to ...
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| Bully is itching | 11/13/2008 |
Q: I have a pit bull mix (we think she is 2 yrs old) and she is not only a licker but she itches her ...
A: Heather your gal is upset because she is so uncomfortable. Yes, I have some ideas for her and you, ...
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| English Bulldog | 11/12/2008 |
Q: My bully is 1 1/2 yrs. old. He has been dx with pyoderma, atopic allergic dermatitis and has ...
A: I can help you and your little Bullseye! Poor kid! English bullies are so very prone to skin, coat ...
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| crusty eyes | 11/11/2008 |
Q: i have a 13 week old female american bulldog and i noticed that when she woke up in the morning she ...
A: It could be conjunctivitis ( pink eye related to allergies?)- Dogs can get the allergy kind of pink ...
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| American Staffordshire with rash - very itchy! | 11/10/2008 |
Q: My Petey, who just turned seven is a purebred American Staffordshire Terrier who weighs 70 lbs. His ...
A: Added to this e-mail : ********************** Pat, I am so glad you ordered the NuVET Plus and the ...
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| Rash | 11/9/2008 |
Q: I am currently fostering dogs from my local shelter. One of the dogs I have absolutely fallen in ...
A: Ok, sure, I will refer you to some great vitamins / supplements and a oil.... Here goes: First off ...
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| Rash | 11/9/2008 |
Q: I am currently fostering dogs from my local shelter. One of the dogs I have absolutely fallen in ...
A: I see the photo you sent and it looks like an allergic reaction to something? Many be environmental ...
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| fear,nerviousness and medicine | 11/7/2008 |
Q: I have two 1 1/2 year old airedale terries, i rescued them. the girl is a bit nervious about noises ...
A: !! Such Cuties!!!! I just love them... Ok, I have a few ideas for you kids. This will help to take ...
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| NuVET Plus / NuJoint Plus ? for pain | 11/7/2008 |
Q: I would like to know more about this product. Could you tell me what free radicals are? I have a 2 ...
A: Did the vet do x-rays on this boy??? Also, sounds like genetic from inter breeding between first ...
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| Natural treatment for possible feline fungal infection | 11/7/2008 |
Q: We have been doctoring my 11 yr. old neutered well-vaccinated STRICTLY indoor long-haired yellow ...
A: this boy has been through much! You too!!! Yes, your idea of possible Yeast and fungal sounds ...
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| Cat's Cancer | 11/7/2008 |
Q: I detected a small lump on my cat's head a couple months ago. Xray and ultrasound detected breast ...
A: Sounds like you have a very Good vet there! So many times they put pets through too much. Glad to ...
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| Silver Shield and our dog | 11/6/2008 |
Q: Our American Staffordshire Terrier has many skin problems including itching, redness, tenderness, ...
A: ... that have problems like your Staffie kid... Flora Force:- This works Wonders!!! ( stops the ...
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| Cat urinating | 11/6/2008 |
Q: I am adopting a cat tommorrow that has a long history of urinating in his current owners home. He is ...
A: Wow Christie!!!! You are so nice to take on this cat kid! I sure hope it is behavioral and ...
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| Dog allergies....constant stratching, biting.... | 11/6/2008 |
Q: my 5 yr old neutered minpin has been allergy tested and is allergic to all grasses, a few different ...
A: Oh No poor little min pin!!! Yes, I understand the shots are costing you a fortune. Also, that is ...
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| MY DOG IS HAVING STOMACH PROBLEMS | 11/5/2008 |
Q: my husband and i just adopted a 3(almost 4)year old dog a little over a month ago. we were told by ...
A: Oh Yes Ashley, your new dog needs to see the vet. It could be a bacteria, fungus, virus or even ...
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| Fleas? | 11/5/2008 |
Q: I have a cocker spaniel I have used frontline before on him and now he as a lot of fleas and he is ...
A: Fleas and help is here: Give him a bath in dish water soap - like Palmolive brand.... The Soap will ...
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| Boston Terrier's bowels | 11/5/2008 |
Q: We have an 8 month old boston terrier pup that we adopted a little over a month ago. We are feeding ...
A: Megan - Please give Raven a new food and a supplement: here are my suggestions: NuVET Plus Vitamins ...
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| Boston Terrier Puppies | 11/4/2008 |
Q: We have taken in a pregnant stray Brindle Boston Terrier. We've had her about 3 weeks, she's very ...
A: Oh Boy, Yes, bring them inside if you can . If not, is there any way you can make it warmer for ...
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| hi from oreo | 11/3/2008 |
Q: my new penpal... what i was saying is that i used to give her alot of water added to her food, and ...
A: Are you sure she is not drinking? Many times in the begining they will drink often? I am not sure. ...
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| hello from oreo | 11/3/2008 |
Q: the first vet missed the liver failure completely. she said she was fine when i kept saying here are ...
A: If you can give me the brand, I will look it up for you. I only refer to Nature's Sunshine or NuVET ...
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| hello from oreo | 11/2/2008 |
Q: the first vet missed the liver failure completely. she said she was fine when i kept saying here are ...
A: If Oreo continues with liver failure she will eat less, start to vomit, poop loose or off-white ...
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| hello from oreo | 11/1/2008 |
Q: the first vet missed the liver failure completely. she said she was fine when i kept saying here are ...
A: Oh, Nice photo of Sassy and Oreo! Why do things happen to good dogs and good people? It is part of ...
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| my | 11/1/2008 |
Q: I am trying so hard to get information, and of course, as you probably know, one person says one ...
A: I Know how you feel! The fluids may absorb some on it's own. Hard to say - You can get a second ...
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| my "baby" oreo has ascites. | 11/1/2008 |
Q: I am trying so hard to get information, and of course, as you probably know, one person says one ...
A: The ALT is very high: this can mean: ALT is also important in the metabolism of nitrogen and is ...
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| my "baby" oreo has ascites. | 10/31/2008 |
Q: I am trying so hard to get information, and of course, as you probably know, one person says one ...
A: Have they removed the fluid and tested it? They can test the cells and see if it is CA or not. Have ...
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| Alternative Med for Tramadol and Metacam | 10/30/2008 |
Q: I need to find a less expensive pain therapy for a 12-year-old dog (lab), very healthy other than ...
A: Wow, that is a lot of Tramadol! Keep him on some Tramadol and Metacam per day. Tell you vet you ...
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| Female Canine Incontinence | 10/30/2008 |
Q: I have a 6yr old spayed female shep/collie mix that leaks urine. It must be only dribbles here and ...
A: Ok, looks like you kids have tried it all! We have had great luck with Silver Shield: From one of ...
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| Fall/Winter Allergies | 10/28/2008 |
Q: Good Day! My 4yr. old German Shepherd has recently started scratching (again). It appears to happen ...
A: Ok, Let me have a crack at this kid! Poor you guys! Boy, you have been through so much!! You ...
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| my English bull dog Kobe is his name | 10/28/2008 |
Q: He has hot spots ,just start licking his paws,itching. he had Cherry Eye Surgery but the vet had to ...
A: .. Sometimes it doesn't take and they have to do it over again, Sorry! Please get him off the ...
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| allergic to fleas | 10/28/2008 |
Q: my 3 year old lab is allergic to fleas I was wondering if you know of anything that could help me ...
A: Flea products will not stop the fleas from jumping onto your lab kid. But, a good flea product will ...
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| Supplements for Bichons | 10/26/2008 |
Q: We have two Bichon Frise (11yrs and 13 yrs.) They are diabetic..one has had bladder stones. they ...
A: Oh, Poor little bichons! The W/D is full of corns and other junk fillers... It is just a fair food. ...
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| hairloss/itching/stomach feels hard | 10/24/2008 |
Q: I have a three year old rescued Chihuahua mix and about three months ago she started losing hair ...
A: Judy, this is so awful! Poor little Shadow Marie! I can't imagine what is going on except a poor ...
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| prescription diet dog food | 10/24/2008 |
Q: My 4yr old lab/ridge back mix has food allergies and I've been told the crystals she used to get in ...
A: Tammi - Sorry it took so long but I have been ill with a sinus infection... Just a rough one! Anyway ...
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| prescription diet dog food | 10/23/2008 |
Q: My 4yr old lab/ridge back mix has food allergies and I've been told the crystals she used to get in ...
A: ...( the other one is with Royal Canin Pet Company)- sorry this one cost $$$$, too! The foods have ...
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| Fall/Winter Allergies | 10/22/2008 |
Q: Good Day! My 4yr. old German Shepherd has recently started scratching (again). It appears to happen ...
A: .. Wow, you guys have been through Hell! Ok, I would love to help you kids. At this time - what ...
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| Vaginitis | 10/21/2008 |
Q: I have a 14 month old Boxer, when she was a puppy she had a slight case of vaginitis. I took her to ...
A: Yes, I can help you girls! She should be on a few supplements to aid her is this potential problem. ...
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| Ears | 10/16/2008 |
Q: Both my doberman Tabitha and my lil black pug named maddie like ur lil spocket are constantly ...
A: I can help your kids.... How about you use the ear cleaner every day for about 1 week. Also, get a ...
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| Broken leg | 10/13/2008 |
Q: I have a shihtzu about 4 mos that my husky attacked that now has a broken leg and knee worse case ...
A: Michelle - I am so sorry about this ! You know, I run a doggie hotel and we have had a number of ...
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| allergies? | 10/12/2008 |
Q: My Shih Tzu's are three years old, their eyes get runny and infected and they scratch but have no ...
A: Oh, thanks for the photo...So cute. No we can't give them the NuVET because it has a small amount of ...
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| Texas Fleas and Cocker pup | 10/12/2008 |
Q: I have a rescued Cocker (mostly) 5 month old pup. I want to do everything right with this little ...
A: Deborah - I wish there were more MOMS like YOU!!! You are doing a great job with this little ...
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| SPINAL INJURY | 10/12/2008 |
Q: I have a 10 yr old poodle mix who suddenly started wobbling with tail between legs and trembling. ...
A: Wow, I can't ( I can) believe they want to do Exploratory surgery - they love to cut... great money. ...
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| dog eating hisself all the time?????????????????????? | 10/10/2008 |
Q: my dog is a minnie wired haired terrier, he is 11 years old every since i have hd him he is always ...
A: Oh Leasa, How awful for you two! I can help - Please let me know what kind of food your are feeding ...
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| kidney stones | 10/8/2008 |
Q: My 7 year old minischnauzer had surgery about 4 years ago for oxalate (sp) kidney stones. After ...
A: sounds like he is allergic to the fillers in the Waltham s/o - here are the ingredients: ( I am ...
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| heartworms one last? | 10/8/2008 |
Q: when we picked him up he was soo thin. we took him to the vet for mange on his face and the vet ...
A: ..This is for kennel cough and I don't like to give this unless you must. Next, I would do the ...
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| My lap/shepard mix allergic to flea medicine | 10/8/2008 |
Q: As it says in the subject line, my dog is allergic to flea medicine. I rescued her in January, from ...
A: It is only toxic to dogs that have blood problems and anemia. Garlic works great as long as you ...
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| heartworms follow up | 10/7/2008 |
Q: when we picked him up he was soo thin. we took him to the vet for mange on his face and the vet ...
A: Ok, I understand now - the Vet in Massachusetts is Allopathic and believes in the Harsh drugs/ ...
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| Possible Lymphoma | 10/7/2008 |
Q: I purchased a 12 week old English Mastiff that had slightly swollen lymph nodes when I took her to ...
A: Addition - The Wellness Products are much better than the Eagle Pack - You need to look at the ...
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| Possible Lymphoma | 10/7/2008 |
Q: I purchased a 12 week old English Mastiff that had slightly swollen lymph nodes when I took her to ...
A: Give me brands and dosages of the following: Antixodants, Probitics, Nzymes, and Tincture Blackleaf. ...
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| English bulldog skin problems | 10/6/2008 |
Q: I have a wonderful 3 year old all white female English bulldog and she has been getting infected ...
A: ..MORE than any other color of dog... Did you know that???? Yes, I have a plan for your baby - Can ...
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| Chihuahua gasteroenteritis | 10/6/2008 |
Q: I have a 5 yr. old male chihuahua who is having acute vomitting along with violent ...
A: Ok, Yes, I would be glad to help you- I don't like the Tramadol choice but I think they are using ...
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| Chihuahua gasteroenteritis | 10/6/2008 |
Q: I have a 5 yr. old male chihuahua who is having acute vomitting along with violent ...
A: Wow, how awful.... Glad he is not dehydrated! He is keeping fluids down most of the time? Correct? ...
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| 6 month old English Bulldog | 10/6/2008 |
Q: I recently purchased a 6 month English bulldog. The previous owners said they fed him 1 cup a day.. ...
A: Let's get him onto some Innova Puppy food or Wellness Formula Puppy. After 10 months old - then ...
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| GI Pythiosis Disease in 1 yr 10 month dog | 10/5/2008 |
Q: Do you know of any natural remedies to "cure" pythiosis in the GI? My dog is chinese crested ...
A: Garlic is great but you must be careful not to give too much - it can cause anemia...also, the pill ...
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| GI Pythiosis Disease in 1 yr 10 month dog | 10/5/2008 |
Q: Do you know of any natural remedies to "cure" pythiosis in the GI? My dog is chinese crested ...
A: I have a few ideas for you and your gal.... In dogs, it is generally contracted when animals with ...
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| Draining Eyes | 10/4/2008 |
Q: I never wanted a white dog because of the staining under the eyes and around the mouth that ...
A: . - I worked out at the gym with her Daughter Bristol.... Very nice family! Sarah is a Wonderful ...
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| NSAID for puppy | 10/1/2008 |
Q: I have a 5 1/2 month old Jack Russell/Corky mix puppy who weighs 4# 5 ounces. He woke up today and ...
A: . Can cause stomach bleeding...Don't give the Ibuprofen either. You can just give it some rest and ...
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| Curing a dog that has mange | 10/1/2008 |
Q: How do I cure a dog that has the mange? Without prescription drugs
A: We can go with a Natural Antibiotic and Natural Antifungal- This has a 30 day guarantee... Natural ...
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| Eye infection in Feral Kitten | 9/30/2008 |
Q: I have 2 Feral adult cats and 2 feral kittens (10 weeks old) that come to our door every night to be ...
A: Carol - what a GOOD person you are to take care of the Feral cats. Yes, I have some help for you - I ...
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| Shepherd with cyst | 9/29/2008 |
Q: Recently, I questioned about a tennis size ball cyst on our shepherd. We did find out that it is ...
A: I have included a very good link for you to review. Wonderful info here on the Mast Cell disease. ...
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| my kitty is about 6 months old and wont eat | 9/29/2008 |
Q: I have a black kitty thts about 5-6 months old. He wont eat, he wont play anymore, he finds a spot ...
A: Cathy - Can you get him into a crate and bring him to the vet? Sounds like he has a upper ...
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| kittens with URI | 9/29/2008 |
Q: I have decided to take on 2 12-13week old kittens that have a URI and wheeze constantly with fluid ...
A: Oh, so sorry about the broken leg!! How awful... and boy that must of cost a good amount of $$$ to ...
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| dry skin with scabs | 9/28/2008 |
Q: My 13 year old cat which now has some hair loss from the base of her tail to middle of her back and ...
A: I have a few things that may help your senior citizen cat kid..... **the first is a gel called ...
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| dog itching | 9/28/2008 |
Q: I have a 2 year old full bred Collie, the past 2 weeks, she has been SCRATCHING herself to the point ...
A: Ok Cindy - Can you take that dog bed away and just give her a nice blanket to lay on? I am not sure ...
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| dog itching | 9/28/2008 |
Q: I have a 2 year old full bred Collie, the past 2 weeks, she has been SCRATCHING herself to the point ...
A: .. What have you been feeding her ( brand and flavor)? Also, what do you use so she doesn't get ...
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| Doggie tail hair loss | 9/26/2008 |
Q: A few days ago I walked out to the garage to wake my 15 yr old dog and found the top 4 inches of her ...
A: Emily, Well, it could have been a spider bite? The Cephelexon should help with the infection. I ...
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| Diebetic dog | 9/25/2008 |
Q: I have 7 1/2 yr. old female border collie/mix she was diagnosed with diebetes aprox. 1 yr. ago. She ...
A: Good job finding your vet... Also, looks like you are doing a good job with the supplements. The ...
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| Red spots on my english bulldog | 9/24/2008 |
Q: My 11 month old English bulldog is having a very tuff time with some type of skin rash that leaves ...
A: .."food and environmental" allergens. I have some Natural Help for you guys... Please let me know ...
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| tennis ball size cyst on our shepherd | 9/24/2008 |
Q: The vet would like to remove the cyst but we do not want to put our 9 year old shepherd through it. ...
A: the only thing I know is some good nutrition and supplements, This may help for the area to burst ...
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| Monkey miniature shcn diet | 9/23/2008 |
Q: I am having a tough time finding the right diet for Monkey. Right now she is eating Evo Kibble ...
A: I am wondering if you want to take this to the other expert here... on the alternatives for pets. ...
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| 2 year old cat | 9/19/2008 |
Q: i have a 2 year old cat and she has anal gland problems. I hate taking her to the vet its so ...
A: I guess you have no choice but to mix it in water. It turns to cement very quickly. Is there any ...
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| Itchy Belly | 9/18/2008 |
Q: I have a dog who has an itchy belly. She cant wait to get outside to scratch her belly on the ...
A: Follow UP - I would take him off of the Purina Pro Plan - too much fillers....( wheats and ...
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| 12 yr old cat- losing weight, not eating | 9/18/2008 |
Q: My 12 yr old cat has very recently started to lose weight. She is not drinking and the only ...
A: don't give the colace because it is much too strong for her. I would do some canned pumpkin or you ...
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| 12 yr old cat- losing weight, not eating | 9/17/2008 |
Q: My 12 yr old cat has very recently started to lose weight. She is not drinking and the only ...
A: See if she can get that down. YOU may want to bring her into the vet for I.V. therapy. She may ...
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| kittens with URI | 9/17/2008 |
Q: I have decided to take on 2 12-13week old kittens that have a URI and wheeze constantly with fluid ...
A: Addition to the answer - Hi again: The NuVET supplement averages about .55 cents per pet. YOUR ...
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| 2 year old cat | 9/15/2008 |
Q: i have a 2 year old cat and she has anal gland problems. I hate taking her to the vet its so ...
A: I can help your baby with some natural supplements and fiber. First off - Please give some plain ...
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| heart worm alternative | 9/8/2008 |
Q: We own a 4 1/2 yr old lab/dalmation mix. He is a neutered male and very sweet - he weighs 98 lbs. ...
A: They are all natural but I am nervous about referring them. The BEST thing is a good - once a month- ...
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| Nasal Congestion | 9/7/2008 |
Q: My dog is an 11 year old Toy Sheltie. She has allergies which cause her to have nasal congestion and ...
A: They may have given her this because of CHF ? fluid around the heart sac. Ok, here is what I would ...
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| essential oil flea/tick repellant | 9/6/2008 |
Q: This question refers to this page: ...
A: I understand your concern about Flea and Tick Control and effective flea treatments for the two ...
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| Overweight American Bulldog | 9/4/2008 |
Q: I have a 2 year old AB girl, Nola, who we rescued in January. She has a wonderful disposition and ...
A: Carolyn, that was so nice of you to adopt this gal! I am sorry to hear she has so many problems. ...
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| herbs for swelling | 9/3/2008 |
Q: my dog is a 14 year old Pomeranian,,he has been diagonosed with a heart murmur and collapsed ...
A: Charlotte- Please put him back on the water pill the Lasix. He will die without this. I am sure it ...
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| Elderly cat that refuses to eat | 9/1/2008 |
Q: .I have a much loved elderly cat that has just stopped eating. She has gone from 10 pounds to about ...
A: Wow Paulette, Poor cat kid.... Boy, sometimes it just happens that the vets just can't figure it ...
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| Hot spot on poodle | 8/30/2008 |
Q: I have a one year old standard poodle. Female named Jazz. Her hair was cut super short for the ...
A: Don't give more than 2 benadryl pills per day - they will make her sleepy. Takes away the itching. ...
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| Pain and liver problems with my mini dashoud | 8/29/2008 |
Q: I took my pet to a vet yesterday and learned that his liver is twice the size it should be and his ...
A: I can also help with some supplements. As far as the heart, the vet may want to give you a heart ...
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| Older poodle with frequent constipation | 8/27/2008 |
Q: My 12 year old poodle is on Lasix (18.5MG a day), Soloxine (.3MG) for thyroid, Enacard (2.5MG)for ...
A: Ok, how about some Kellogg All Bran cereal - give two teaspoons per day mixed into his food... ...
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| syts on dogs eyelids | 8/26/2008 |
Q: we have a 4 yr old great dane who has developed stys on both upper and lower eyelides within a 5 day ...
A: yes, your are correct that it may be cancer but NOT all cancers are killers! It can be benign and ...
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| Fleas/feral cats | 8/25/2008 |
Q: I hope you can help me with this. I have a feral female cat that has had babies and one of them ...
A: Yes, here are some ideas that may help: All of the supplements that can be placed into the food: ...
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| Yeast infection on skin | 8/24/2008 |
Q: I was told by my vet my alspo 14 yrs old has a yeast infection on her skin. She itches all the time. ...
A: I am glad you gave the Vet a chance to help with this allergy/itching problem... Here is some help ...
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| Salmon Oil Caps | 8/23/2008 |
Q: How much mg should I give my miniture schnauzers? I purchased, Rexall Omega 3 Salmon oil 2000mg, ...
A: One capsule of its 1500 mg soft gel fish oil for large dogs weighing 20 pounds or more. It is going ...
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| UTI in my cat | 8/16/2008 |
Q: typing you a note & was ready to send & lost it! My female cat Precious is a rescue about 31/2 yrs. ...
A: She can have Wellness Dry or Innova Dry cat food - Make sure you mix a little water and salmon oil ...
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| Cat injured by car | 8/15/2008 |
Q: My daughter's cat was hit by a car suffering severe injuries. He had surgery to reattach the tissue ...
A: Oh, I am so sorry for the little cat boy! Glad he has pulled thru with a wonderful vet! He may ...
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| Elderly cat | 8/12/2008 |
Q: My elderly cat seems restless and very vocal during the night hours; however, he doesn't appear to ...
A: Yes, Jan - give him some NuVET Feline Formula - this is guaranteed to help or they will refund you. ...
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| joint problems in elderly pug | 8/12/2008 |
Q: my pugs are 11 and nearly 9 years old. my oldest has displayed stiffness and reluctance to move ...
A: Nancy - I have some ideas for you that are safe for your pugs...I love pugs!!!!! Ok, start them on ...
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| 12 yr 8 mo old male Beagle with Spasms | 8/11/2008 |
Q: My Beagle has had a Parathyroidectomy done 3 weeks ago for an elevated calcium level (14.4) which is ...
A: I would keep him on this a little bit. You can try the System starter, I did look at the ...
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| Elevated High Liver Enzymes my dog sam | 8/11/2008 |
Q: My dog Sam is 9 years old. He was diagnosed with chronic liver disease a year ago this past April. ...
A: .. A Holistic vet would have given you some supplements for the liver. I can suggest some... What ...
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| Lump in Cats Stomach | 8/10/2008 |
Q: My female cat Sheeba is 12years old and has a painless lump in her stomach, she has been twice to ...
A: I wonder if she can have some low fat cottage cheese? Also, you may want to see if she will eat some ...
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| feet | 8/6/2008 |
Q: My dog is eight this and for the past few months, he's been having swelling under his feet and ...
A: Mary, please get him onto some supplements right away.. He needs some good nutritional help..Glad ...
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| Bulldog Allergies | 8/6/2008 |
Q: My 2 year old English Bulldog has been diagnosed with "seasonal" allergies by the vet. She has had ...
A: ok, we need to make some changes for your girl... At the bottom I am enclosing the ingredients in ...
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| Bulldog Allergies | 8/6/2008 |
Q: My 2 year old English Bulldog has been diagnosed with "seasonal" allergies by the vet. She has had ...
A: What food is she eating? Also, what you described sounds like an overgrowth of yeast bacteria. I ...
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| Miniature Schanuzer | 8/5/2008 |
Q: My miniature schnauzer gor a haricut today and she was knicked with the schears at the top of her ...
A: tell them you want a vet visit and ask them to pay for it. They should call the local vet and ask ...
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| 13 Year Old Maltese | 8/5/2008 |
Q: My Maltese is 13 years old and is currently on Rimadyl for her arthritus. Her legs have gotten ...
A: Jennifer, Yes, I have some help for you and your old girl. Please order some NuJOINT Plus - here ...
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| For the love of my dog...Prednisone Question | 8/1/2008 |
Q: I have an 11 year old Pomerania who acts like she is a puppy but as we all get older I know things ...
A: OK, I have some help for your little Pom girl! I don't like the idea of her being on Tramadol and ...
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| K9 Advantix? | 7/29/2008 |
Q: I wanted to give my dog K9 Advantix but we have cats, and when I heard it could make them sick, I ...
A: Well, there can be side effects with anything you use that is not All Natural - There are some All ...
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| dog diarrhea | 7/25/2008 |
Q: I am in need of help. My dog started having very soft stools about 2 months ago. The vet had me try ...
A: Emily: Wow, poor doggie kid! the 3 day wormer may have made her stool liquid, which can be a side ...
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| who's the expert you mean? | 7/24/2008 |
Q: Marie I may not be using the site correctly. You answered my question about a homemade low-protein ...
A: I am sorry, I ment the gal in Australia.. Sorry, I have over 100 questions per day because I am on" ...
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| GME | 7/22/2008 |
Q: Help! My little chihuahua (3.5 years old)was diagnosed with GME (Granulomatous Meningoencephalitis) ...
A: Kate: Oh, poor little Chi. GME is a disease that will take it's toll on your little one. She ...
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| arthritis in elbows of yellow lab | 7/22/2008 |
Q: My dog is 9 yrs. old, x-rays revealed bone spurs on left side- I was given povicox for use only when ...
A: Oh, Poor doggie! I looked up the Povicox, and can't find much info on this. Lookes like it is a ...
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| cat diarreaha | 7/17/2008 |
Q: My 12 yr. old male cat has had diarreah since the day he was born. The vets found nothing and now I ...
A: I wonder if he has an overgrowth of yeast in his belly? He could have been born this way. Yeast is ...
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| Sheltie with ear problem | 7/7/2008 |
Q: Our Sheltie is always getting ear infections,I thought it yeast,allergies,something?! So is apple ...
A: Try him on NuVET Plus - this is the best you can buy and only about .60 cents per day... Also, I ...
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| My Staff | 7/3/2008 |
Q: I took my puppy out for a walk to my friends and her mastiffs came running out and pounced on him, i ...
A: If the area in question is open, then clean with hydrogen perxoide and then apply some neosporin. If ...
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| Cat ~ Clavamox | 7/1/2008 |
Q: My cat Romeo is about 8/9 years old and has had a horrible year of coughing (like a hair ball, but ...
A: Well Clavamox is amoxicillin which is an antibiotic. I am wondering if he keeps getting a sinus ...
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| Miss Pooh | 6/22/2008 |
Q: A couple of months back you recommended that I give my cat who was very under weight a Probotic gel ...
A: I remeber Miss Pooh.. Sorry to hear she was put to sleep...I sure do understand and it was the best ...
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| is tylenol safe for my dog??? | 6/18/2008 |
Q: My dog lost a fang do to getting caught in another dog’s collar, and I’m wondering if it’s safe to ...
A: Good question! You can give a dog asprin as long as it is not LONG term... When a vet refers to ...
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| is tylenol safe for my dog??? | 6/18/2008 |
Q: My dog lost a fang do to getting caught in another dog’s collar, and I’m wondering if it’s safe to ...
A: give him an asprin 325 mg... ( 1 every 8 hrs for just 2 days.) If you see him having more pain and ...
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| Prednisone for compressed discs | 6/11/2008 |
Q: Is there an alternative for prednisone in the treatment for my dog's compressed discs? If not, is ...
A: There are some natural choices to help .... You should keep him on the prednisone for a short period ...
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| possible acute renal failure/chronic renal failure | 6/10/2008 |
Q: Marie- I'm so glad to have such a knowledgeable resource at my disposal. My mom's border collie, ...
A: Not much can be done with a specific gravity level of 1.005. The kidney is not working correctly ...
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| Dog upset stomach | 6/7/2008 |
Q: My little guy has a stomach ache. I can tell, because he is eating grass when we go outside. Also, ...
A: Jackie: Yes, you can try him on some white chicken and white rice. I would also add some fiber to ...
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| 9 year old male cat | 6/6/2008 |
Q: We have had our cat since he was a baby, but never realized he was not defecating on a regular basis ...
A: I would leave him on the Iams Low residue formula. I am not a big fan of Iams but in his condition, ...
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| my older boxer | 5/30/2008 |
Q: I have a Boxer male that is about 7 or 8 years old, we got him almost 5 years ago from the SPCA and ...
A: We need many more people like you in the world. Ok, here are my suggestions for your guy: Salmon ...
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| cushings/anxiety | 5/30/2008 |
Q: Are there any natural remedies for cushings disease in dogs and/or decreasing anxiety after knee ...
A: As for the anxiety, did you ask your vet for an anti-anxiety drug just for a short period of time? ...
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| allergies | 5/26/2008 |
Q: Just within the last two months by 3 year old boston terrier had her nares widened and a tibial ...
A: The reverse sneeze is common among this breed... Just put your fingers over her nose, when she is ...
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| ear infection | 5/22/2008 |
Q: Best way to clear it up w/o a vet visit?
A: and some need the vet for antibiotics. Depends on the health of the dog and kind of breed. Here is ...
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| Working dogs hind leg tendon injury | 5/21/2008 |
Q: Although I took him to the vet straight away, his x-rays reveled no breaks, but all the tendons in ...
A: Oh Jill - I feel his pain!!! Sounds just awful. Many times the areas will repair themselves but he ...
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| My Cats aren't well help!!!! | 5/19/2008 |
Q: I recently got a 2 month old kitten, before that adopted 2 dogs ( who both had kennel cough ) who ...
A: Oh, I am so sorry ... You have had some bad luck with the adoptions. As for the older sick cats, ...
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| Pannus, natural therapies | 5/17/2008 |
Q: My 6 year old German Shepherd, Phoenix, recently diagnosed with Pannus in both eyes. A topical ...
A: Wow, I love tea tree oil for my cuts and areas that don't heal... so, it sounds like it may be ...
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| Pannus, natural therapies | 5/17/2008 |
Q: My 6 year old German Shepherd, Phoenix, recently diagnosed with Pannus in both eyes. A topical ...
A: this is a very serious situation for your Phoenix... Follow your vet's steroid treatments.... it is ...
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| High alk phos level | 5/15/2008 |
Q: My 11-year old terrier mix has a high alk phos level (don't have the specific numbers)and I have ...
A: This is the amount of Milk Thistle that your baby should be taking... Dosage and administration ...
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| Is Aloe poisonous for dogs | 5/13/2008 |
Q: My peke licks her feet until they get red and raw and recently I decided to put fresh aloe gel (cut ...
A: Aloe is fine and not toxic to any dogs or pets. Here is a link for you to review: ...
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| Parvo clean-up | 5/12/2008 |
Q: If you can't answer this question, I would appreciate it if you could steer me to someone who might. ...
A: I don't know if this will help : I found a person who called The Lysol Company. Here is her quote: ...
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| 13 yr old Scottie Mix with lameness in hind leg | 5/9/2008 |
Q: Our 13 yr old Scottie Mix has recently come up lame in her left hind leg. The vet said it could be ...
A: .. Yes, the area can heal on it's own. She most likely will have arthritis in the area in question. ...
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| our baby girl maltese -sammi | 5/9/2008 |
Q: annual check-up yesterday, was informed that sammi has dry eye, one eye being worse that the other. ...
A: This is a common problem for her breed, and many other small doggies... She will get used to it ...
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| Feline fibrosarcoma | 4/24/2008 |
Q: My little cat was diagnosed with vaccine relation fibrosarcoma in Dec 07 and panniculitis. The ...
A: I have no experience with medicinal mushrooms ... here is her link. BEST wishes with your little ...
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| caugh question | 4/21/2008 |
Q: My dog has been gaughing really bad for two days already . should I take him to the vet asap or ...
A: Don't Panic! Like a common cold, canine cough (dog flu) will run it's course. Robitussin-DM ...
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| natural solution for rat w/ CHF | 4/21/2008 |
Q: I'm talking to a rat expert here on allexperts.com about my rat who she thinks may have congestive ...
A: I am sorry about your rat. The best thing would be to go and get a lasix shot. This will reduce ...
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| Dry Skin | 4/18/2008 |
Q: i have two min pins,and the have dry skin on the back legs. What can i use? ANSWER: Hi Ann - OH... ...
A: A good pup food is Innova ( small bites) or WEllness Formula ( WEE bites)... Is this what you were ...
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| Alternative allergy treatment for cats | 4/17/2008 |
Q: ..& help! My 6 year-old cat has a rather severe allergy going on where she obsessively licks her ...
A: Wow Marty: What a great pet parent your are... You have done so much!! Not too much more you can ...
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| Dry Skin | 4/16/2008 |
Q: i have two min pins,and the have dry skin on the back legs. What can i use?
A: .. I love little min pins! Ok, you could add 1/4 of a teaspoon of Salmon oil to the dog's food every ...
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| anal bleeding | 4/16/2008 |
Q: My dog has been experiencing some anal bleeding for a couple of days now. I have read some previous ...
A: You can try your little one on some Duck and Potato food. Try this for 2 months and see if there is ...
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| my cat | 4/14/2008 |
Q: My cat Miss Pooh has been sick for about a year. She will be 13 this July. She is about 6 lbs or ...
A: try her on Innova - Do the change over in 5 weeks ....very, very slowly - You can do 1/4 the new ...
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| My budgie Tiny has an Xanthoma. | 4/13/2008 |
Q: She has changed her habits just recently so I know she is not feeling well. The xanthoma is located ...
A: I have never had a pet with a xanthoma of that size. Has your vet offered steroid treatments at ...
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| GSD - medrol -leg weakness | 4/13/2008 |
Q: I am an herbalist, have my own line of Native Am. Herbals, don't even take aspirin myself, etc. My ...
A: Oh Amy - So sorry you two are having such a hard time! The dexamethasone and Depo-Medrol ( Medrol) ...
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| sinus allergies for dogs | 4/13/2008 |
Q: is it ok to give a dog tylenol sinus and allergy pills? or is there anything that i can give him ...
A: If your dog is having some allergy issues you can give benadryl tablets : *** Benadryl ...
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| My 2 year old boxer | 4/10/2008 |
Q: I have a two year old boxer who I got from a friend when he was abandoned by the neighbors. He has ...
A: Here are my ideas: yes, allergies could be a cause of this problem. If that is the case you can ...
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| 12 year old lab with arthritis | 4/9/2008 |
Q: my 12 year old female lab has torn her ACL and has acute arthritis in her hips and hind legs. She is ...
A: Oh, poor kid... The torn ACL will heal in about 4 weeks without surgery.. She will get arthritis in ...
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| alternative cat medicine | 4/7/2008 |
Q: my male 3 l/2 year old maine coon cat started with a "bug" 2 weeks ago. Vomit 3 days and then ...
A: CAROL WROTE: Thanks so much. I did go to vet and he has parasite infestation; did lose weight. It's ...
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| ear infections. | 4/3/2008 |
Q: Our little cocker female, continually gets ear infections, We keep her ears trimmed short and try to ...
A: Cocker Spaniels have many ear infections that are related to the anatomy of the ear ( long and ...
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| Alternatives to ACL surgery | 4/2/2008 |
Q: I have a 6 year old Chocolate lab. he is a large lab, he weights 107, but the vet says he is at a ...
A: I have seen this many times. The ACL surgery is not always 100% guaranteed to work. I have done ...
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| Capsule for dog | 3/31/2008 |
Q: Marie.. My name is Mike and I have a 2 year old Boxer that I feed a grain free diet. I purchased ...
A: The rice powder is the the outer covering and may have some on the inside too. It is safe for you ...
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| Howling and annoying | 3/28/2008 |
Q: I have a male cat - orange tabby named Chai. He is 7 years old and neutered. I have had him since ...
A: Well, can you exercise him more... Get some play cat toys that you can exercise him... He must be ...
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| Tick Control | 3/27/2008 |
Q: I have a 55 or so lb dog and a 1 year old child. I live out in the country and we have a HORRIBLE ...
A: !! Also, your concern for your child... Here is a link that will help - This is the only safe ...
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| Cholestrol deposits or corneal dystrophy | 3/25/2008 |
Q: I just took my 1 year old pug to the vet because I noticed a small gray line starting from the ...
A: Yes, I am glad you are making a visit to the Eye Doggie Doctor... Sound like corneal Dystrophy: ...
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| Bullmastiff | 3/25/2008 |
Q: I have an almost 2 yr. old Bullmastiff that we've had for 3 weeks. I take him for lots of walks ...
A: J. - He could have an ulcer ( spot ) on his paw... Or, he could have a claw that has cracked... it ...
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| Cavalier Heart issue | 3/20/2008 |
Q: We recently purchased a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel who is now 5 months old. She was diagnoised ...
A: ... Well little Emma is lucky to have such a wonderful family to love her!!! You are very special.. ...
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| my Dogs upset stomach | 3/19/2008 |
Q: My dog has an upset stomach. He is lethargic and when he drinks water you can hear his stomach ...
A: Oh, I am sorry... Well, at least you know what is going on with your pal. Yes, care at home is the ...
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| discoid lupus | 3/18/2008 |
Q: my 6 year old samoyed has been diagnosed as having discoid lupus after a biopsy on his nose. I am ...
A: So sorry, Let's try this again: Great job on your research! Your are a great pet parent.... All ...
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| my Dogs upset stomach | 3/18/2008 |
Q: My dog has an upset stomach. He is lethargic and when he drinks water you can hear his stomach ...
A: Ok, If he is drinking and able to eat ... then it should pass soon. BUT, if he is not eating much ...
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| dog anxiety | 3/17/2008 |
Q: My 10 year old Lab/mix gets very anxious when there is a storm or the wind is blowing hard. She has ...
A: Yes, we can help your lab with Melatonin. This is a natural supplement that humans take ... YOUR ...
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| discoid lupus | 3/15/2008 |
Q: my 6 year old samoyed has been diagnosed as having discoid lupus after a biopsy on his nose. I am ...
A: One more thing: If you would like a taste test sample of NuVET Plus - The Ultimate Natural Pet ...
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| Mama goat and new baby | 3/13/2008 |
Q: I am an American who leaves in the country in Sicily Italy. I received a 9mo. old pygmy goat as a ...
A: I would like you to send this question over to our section on Goats at All Experts... I just don't ...
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| Nubia My Diabetic Dog | 3/11/2008 |
Q: Do you feel that Diabetes can be controlled with out insulin? I need to treat my dog Nubia, she is ...
A: If she is not maintained on 1 injection per day, there is not way she can go off of the insulin. ...
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| cats | 3/10/2008 |
Q: I recently bought cod liver oil supplement because I heard that it was healthly supplement and I ...
A: You can give cod liver oil just be careful: Also, oils such as vitamin E daily and a little cod ...
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| Hawthorn for my cat | 3/9/2008 |
Q: I have read about hawthorn been very good for supporting heart conditions,I would like to try my cat ...
A: Wow, 16 years old... I have seen a few live to 21 yrs old... She could have another 4-5 years with ...
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| dogs | 3/9/2008 |
Q: I have been giving my dogs glucosamine with chondrotin one of which has arthritis(lab) the other is ...
A: Please continue to add the supplement to your doggie's diet. The food. most of the time. will not ...
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| dry eye | 3/8/2008 |
Q: My dog Molly will be 3 yrs. old in June. She has been diagnosed with dry eyes. We took her to a eye ...
A: Ask me to send you our TASTE test sample and info packet... Hope Molly is doing well... Marie / ...
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| Arthritis | 3/5/2008 |
Q: I have a 80lb 11 yr old Golden with what the vet diagnosed as arthritis. She is not over weight. I ...
A: Glad you asked this question. Please don't give Tylenol. Not good at all. You can give a Baby ...
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