Dog Cushing’s Disease Prognosis: The Likely Course of a Disease or Ailment
We do the best we can to inform our clients and give credible information. Sometimes, though, we have to give advice and make decisions with a limited amount of information. Whether we are advising a client on the symptoms of Cushing’s disease or explaining how their dog will respond with Cushing’s left untreated, we must […]
Effective Western Treatment for Cushing’s Disease in Dogs
Considering the potential side effects, deciding whether or not to use pharmaceutical treatments for Cushing’s disease is stressful. Pharmaceutical Choices for Treatment for Cushing’s Disease in Dogs Pharmaceutical options include: Mitotane Trilostane Ketoconazole L-deprenyl The current treatment for Cushing’s Disease of choice for pituitary-dependent Cushing’s is chemotherapy with op-DDD (mitotane, Lysodren®). Mitotane Mitotane is derived […]
The Best Diet for Dogs with Cushing’s Disease
Cushing’s disease is one of the main endocrine diseases that cause hyperlipidemia (too much fat in the blood) in dogs. Hyperlipidemia is easily diagnosed on routine blood work. The ultimate dietary goal for dogs with Cushing’s disease symptoms is to lower the amount of circulating fats in the blood. The following recommended diet modifications will […]
What is the Canine Cushing’s Disease Life Expectancy?
In this article, I’ll teach you what to look for so you’ll know what to expect. What is the Canine Cushing’s Disease Life Expectancy? As I mentioned earlier, your dog’s life expectancy with Cushing’s Disease depends on several factors. Next, we will look into each of the factors. First, When in the Disease Process is […]
Dog Cushing’s Disease Natural Treatments
For any medical condition, we are attracted to the idea of natural treatments. The same is true for Cushing’s Disease. Why? Because Cushing’s Disease natural treatments do no harm! Supplements typically cost less. And, home remedies generally require less effort. However, the big question is: “Do dog Cushing’s disease natural treatments work?” When deciding to […]
Solutions for Cushing’s Disease in Dogs
Spot walked somewhat bowlegged, carrying a distended belly and appearing as if he swallowed a basketball. “So, what brings you to the veterinarian today?” inquired Dr. Smith. “Well, Spot’s not acting like himself.” “He is shaking, agitated, and eating everything in sight.” “He also pees and drinks all the time.” “And Spot’s hair loss and […]