Dog Pain: 5 Natural Solutions To Stop It Fast
By Dr Andrew | January 27, 2012
Our dogs have signs and symptoms of pain much in the way that people do, but often this pain is unrecognized, not diagnosed, and hence not treated. In this article I will show you how to check if your dog is in pain, and the most common symptoms found in dog pain. I will cover the more common causes …
Topics: Dog Care, Dog Health, Pet Care, Pet health | 3 Comments »
Jan 23
Prolotherapy: An alternative for repair of Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injuries In Dogs
By Dr Andrew | January 23, 2012
Prolotherapy is defined as “proliferation therapy,” or “proliferative injection therapy”.
It involves injecting an irritant type solution into the region of tendons or ligmaents to strengthen the weak tissues, causing scar tissue to form, and help re-stabilize the joint.
Prolotherapy has been used for over 30 years to repair joint injuries in people.
The injected material produces a thickening …
Topics: Dog Care, Dog Health, Pet Care, Pet health | 2 Comments »
Last week I posted some Xrays, asking for a diagnosis.
You guys are very smart, and I was surprised as to how many are able to interpret the Xrays, knowing what joint is involved, giving a diagnosis and suggesting treatment.
Many of you guessed correctly, but I was specifically looking for the most likely underlying cause.
3 winners were …
Topics: Dog Care, Dog Health, Pet Care, Pet health | 7 Comments »
Jan 20
How To Treat Cat Diabetes At Home with These Top 5 Holistic Options.
By Dr Andrew | January 20, 2012
Cat diabetes is increasingly being diagnosed, and currently it affects more than 1 in 400 cats. Diabetes is very treatable, and does not need to shorten your cat’s life span. This article will go over the signs of diabetes in cats, along with the various suspected causes. I will review the most common solutions, focusing on the lesser know …
Topics: Cat Care, Cat Health, Pet Care, Pet health | 1 Comment »
A small town in BC has been in the news over their stray cat problem.
The Nicola Valley Animal Rescue says more than 500 feral cats roam the streets of Merritt.
The rescue group has set up feeding stations, but this does not sit well with the by law officers.
They are removing the food on a daily basis, …
Topics: Cat Care, Cat Health, Pet Care, Pet health | 68 Comments »
These are Rads from a 6 year old Retriever cross.. ( a former shelter dog)
The dog had a 4 week history of lameness.
Pain on palpation of this area of the leg, with a slight swelling medially ( in the middle).
I am wanting you to tell me
1. What area of the leg is this?
2. What’s …
Topics: Cat Care, Cat Health, Dog Care, Dog Health, Pet Care, Pet health | 144 Comments »
Jan 05
Dog Ear Infection: How To Finally Stop It With Natural Remedies
By Dr Andrew | January 5, 2012
If your dog has been shaking his head and scratching at his ears, then he likely has an ear infection. Ear infections in dogs are very common but often very frustrating; they can quickly and often do re-occur leaving you wondering if you can ever get rid of them. This article will go over the most common causes of …
Topics: Dog Care, Dog Health, Pet Care, Pet health | 16 Comments »
I recently read the headline of a ‘National Enquirer’ type magazine that claimed: ‘ Humping Dog Impregnates Man’s Leg’
If you happen to have a ‘humping dog’ problem, don’t fret, for leg pregnancy won’t happen..
BUT it did get me to thinking about how so many of our dog’s behaviours are misunderstood- including mounting or humping..
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Why do …
Topics: Dog Care, Dog Health, Pet Care, Pet health | 3 Comments »
So this has been reported in the Wall Street Journal, as well as in various local media:
“Active outbreaks of highly contagious canine influenza have been reported in New York and New Jersey in recent months. The virus also has been detected in Massachusetts, Connecticut, Colorado and Texas and is being investigated in California, according to Merck & Co., …
Topics: Dog Care, Dog Health, Pet Care, Pet health | 1 Comment »
Hello to you fellow dog and cat advocates.
Here are a few videos that are SURE to lighten your day..
Enjoy!
Dr Andrew J
The famous ‘Talking Dog Video’
Almost nearly as watched ‘Talking Cats Video’
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Topics: Cat Care, Dog Care, Pet Care | No Comments »
