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2009-11-21 Alternative Medicine for Pets - Blue heeler weight loss & blindness:

Hello Cherlyn, I hate to say this but your Blue Heeler may have Diabetes. Have you had the vet check her blood? The vision loss and weight loss is a sign of Diabetes. Also, the excessive water intake

2009-11-20 Alternative Medicine for Pets - inflammatory/spinal disc disease:

Sure, Glucosamine and Chondroitin Sulfate are always used by Holistic vets for Disc and Joint disease. They help to reduce inflammation in the spinal disc area. They are used 99% of the time for any

2009-11-20 Alternative Medicine for Pets - inflammatory/spinal disc disease:

Hi again : I would try to skip the Gabapentin drug if possible - The Gadapentin is very very expensive. It has no side effects except the cost... Start with the other options first and see if you need

2009-11-20 Alternative Medicine for Pets - inflammatory/spinal disc disease:

Hi Kim and family: Sounds like you have a very good vet! Yes, the low dosage of 1.25 mg per day doesn't sound bad at all. Sure steroids are tough on the body, but your baby may need to take them long

2009-11-20 Alternative Medicine for Pets - Foundling chihuahua, no itching, severe hair loss:

Hi Linda - I would have taken her in, too! Good for you - you are one of God's angels for pets in need!! I am glad that she did not have the mange mite. LOOKS to me like malnutrition complications related

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