Medical Treatments for Cat Kidney Failure
Do you know the four goals of treatment for cats with renal failure? Decrease signs of uremia including gastritis and inappetence Regulate fluids, electrolytes, minerals, and acid-base status Provide optimal nutrition Retard progression of CKD Hopefully, with early diagnosis and proper management, your kitty can live a productive life free of feline CRF symptoms. To prolong […]
My Cat Has Renal Failure! What is His Life Expectancy?
Unfortunately, kidney disease traumatizes both the pet owner and their feline family member. This article guides you through the end-stage treatment options and explains your cat’s prognosis, life expectancy, and quality of life issues. But first, cat kidney problems can be sudden (acute renal failure) or gradual (chronic renal failure). Distinct differences exist between the […]
What Everyone Ought to Know About Herbal Medicine for Pets
Why all the interest in herbs over pharmaceuticals? Several reasons exist. Herbal medicine: Provides gentle treatment of chronic conditions Exhibits few side effects Can be used instead of or in conjunction with Western treatments Enhances the effectiveness of some Western treatments. But, herbs are more than simply a safe, gentle, and effective replacement for many […]
Why I Hate Dog Spleen Cancer (Splenic Hemangiosarcoma)
Why Dog Spleen Cancer Breaks My Heart What could be more devastating than the following: You come home from work, find your dog extremely ill, rush to the vet, and learn that you have to make a decision either to operate now or wait while your dog suffers. Unfortunately, stressful situations like the above occur […]
T-Relief Treats Joint Pain in Pets Without the Worries
T-Relief Homeopathic Helps Arthritic Dogs Arthritic pain management is one of the challenges many of our clients face as their pets age. Many older pets already have compromised immune systems and decreased organ function, creating the need for something gentle and less toxic than standard pharmaceuticals for use on a daily basis. Dr. Smith’s […]
Joint Lubricants: The Secret to Dog Arthritis Pain Relief
Joint lubricants work by supplying the joint fluid with the precursor molecules needed to make more joint fluid. I use both of these products all the time and often use them together: Hyaluronic Acid Adequan 1. Hyaluronic Acid (Brand Name: Legend) The first injectable dog arthritis pain relief treatment is Hyaluronic acid. Hyaluronic acid, also […]