[anonymous]

I have decided to switch from Nutrisca Salmon to Zignature Whitefish as a base kibble, based on different things I am hearing, the salesperson at my local pet supply store confirmed that Dogswell product sales have been going down, while Zignature sales are going up.
I have had no problems with Nutrisca and may return, we’ll see.
Also, some of these foods may no longer be available at Chewy in the future, due to Chewy being bought by PetSmart. Changes ahead….

[anonymous]

STOP IT!
http://skeptvet.com/Blog/?s=raw+food
Of course, take him to the vet, asap, only a veterinarian that has examined your dog can diagnose and prescribe treatment.
Please, make an appointment today. Stop listening to people on the internet.
Dr Google is not only inaccurate, but dangerous.
Give us an update, if you remember. Good luck.
Ps: Do you eat raw meat? How do you think you would like it……….

[anonymous]

Depends on the area you live in and what the veterinarian who treats your dog prefers.
Btw: It is best to buy heartworm/flea/tick preventives from your vet’s office rather than online, for a bunch of reasons.

[anonymous]

https://www.heartwormsociety.org. excerpt below, click on link for full article.
True to its mission of leading the veterinary profession and public in understanding heartworm disease, the American Heartworm Society aims to further scientific progress in the study of heartworm disease, while informing its membership of new developments. The Society currently invests hundreds of thousands of dollars a year in heartworm research, both directly and through grants to the Morris Animal Foundation.

[anonymous]

“There is no “Natural” or “Holistic” Heartworm Prevention or Treatment Proven to be Safe and Effective”
Posted on June 30, 2013 by skeptvet (excerpt below, click on link for full article)
Hopes this helps http://skeptvet.com/Blog/2013/06/there-is-no-natural-or-holistic-heartworm-prevention-or-treatment-proven-to-be-safe-and-effective/

If your dog is unfortunate enough to become infected with heartworms, there are effective treatments. The risk of treatment is, however, significantly higher than the risk of prevention, though in most cases still far less than the risk of leaving the disease untreated. The American Heartworm Society (AHS) has a thorough discussion of the pros and cons of different treatment options, and working with your veterinarian you can almost certainly cure this disease and minimize the risks of treatment.
The AHS is also very clear about alternative therapies for this disease: “No “natural” or herbal therapies have been shown to be safe and effective prevention or treatment for heartworm disease.” And fortunately, many proponents of alternative therapies also recognize that no CAM therapies have been shown safe and effective for preventing or treating this disease. The most popular veterinary herbal medicine textbook states, “The authors do not recommend substituting an unproven herbal formula for effective conventional therapy.” Even as radical a proponent of alternative therapies as Dr. Karen Becker at mercola.com grudgingly agrees that,“treatment for heartworm infection is one area where conventional veterinary medicine offers valuable options [and] is preferable to leaving the dog untreated, or using unproven, alternative methods that may have no effect or even be harmful.”
Unfortunately, there are still plenty of unscrupulous companies, and sadly even veterinarians, willing to exaggerate the risks of conventional prevention and treatment and claim that unproven alternatives are safe and effective. Below is a long list of sites promoting unproven methods of preventing or treating heartworm disease. None of these have been demonstrated to be legitimate or reliable, and trusting your dog’s life to any of them is a dangerous mistake.
http://www.theherbsplace.com/Heartworm_Prevention_sp_104.html
http://www.alternativeheartwormcure.com/index.html
http://www.earthclinic.com/Pets/heartworm.html
http://www.oursimplefarm.com/2012/04/my-dogs-experience-with-heartworms.html#.UcuCIm3n_IU
http://www.unchainyourdog.org/news/NaturalHeartworm.htm
http://www.holisticvetexpert.com/NATURAL-HEARTWORM-TREATMENT.html
http://www.holisticvetclinic.net/pages/heartworm_treatment
http://www.homeovet.net/content/lifestyle/section4.html
http://www.heartwormfree.com/
http://drmark1961.hubpages.com/hub/safe-herbal-heartworm-treatment-for-your-dog
http://www.dogsnaturallymagazine.com/heartworm/

[anonymous]

No, I am not aware of any “natural” heartworm or flea/tick preventives that are effective.
Also, if the dog tests positive for heartworm, the treatment that works to save the dog’s life is very harsh. Same with Lyme disease, nasty disease if not caught early.

Some science based information you may find helpful here http://skeptvet.com/Blog/?s=heartworm
Nothing is being sold at that site, no supplements, no books, no miracle cures, no membership fees………

[anonymous]

Another thought, if the pup is still on medication, ask the vet it that would be causing her to be nauseous, thereby causing poor appetite?
I ask because if this is the problem, sometimes they can switch to a different med.
This sometimes occurs with antibiotics, the dog may tolerate one antibiotic, but, not another.

[anonymous]

Excerpt from Chewy, only one review so far, I would ignore it 🙂
https://www.chewy.com/purina-beneful-grain-free-real-farm/dp/143869

Chicken, Pea Starch, Cassava Root Flour, Chicken By-Product Meal, Soybean Germ Meal, Soybean Meal, Canola Meal, Beef Tallow Preserved with Mixed-Tocopherols, Dried Beet Pulp, Poultry and Pork Digest, Mono and Dicalcium Phosphate, Soybean Oil, Salt, Calcium Carbonate, Potassium Chloride, Blueberries, Dried Pumpkin, Dried Spinach, Minerals [Zinc Sulfate, Ferrous Sulfate, Manganese Sulfate, Copper Sulfate, Calcium Iodate, Sodium Selenite], Vitamins [Vitamin E Supplement, Niacin (Vitamin B-3), Vitamin A Supplement, Calcium Pantothenate (Vitamin B-5), Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (Vitamin B-6), Vitamin B-12 Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate (Vitamin B-1), Vitamin D-3 Supplement, Riboflavin Supplement (Vitamin B-2), Menadione Sodium Bisulfite Complex (Vitamin K), Folic Acid (Vitamin B-9), Biotin (Vitamin B-7)], Choline Chloride, Iron Oxide (Color), Garlic Oil. A-4096.
Caloric Content
3522 kcal/kg, 349 kcal/cup
Crude Protein
24.0% min
Crude Fat
13.0% min
Crude Fiber
5.0% max
Moisture
12.0% max
Linoleic Acid
1.2% min
Calcium
1.0% min
Vitamin A
10,000 IU/kg
Vitamin E
100 IU/kg

[anonymous]

I know the dog food snobs think this is junk. But dogs love it, so, I have found it may work to jump start their appetites.
https://www.chewy.com/s?query=mighty+dog&nav-submit-button=

My very last resort would be a little supermarket rotisserie chicken meat (loaded with msg and all kinds of chemical crap) mixed in with kibble. Short term only 🙂
No bones, of course.

[anonymous]

I think you are right, just get food into her, whatever works for now. Once she is stable, you can reevaluate her diet.
I had a peke years ago that loved Mighty Dog, it comes in small cans and he did well on it. It was soft, like baby food and easy to digest, plus, you can find it at your local market.
I might mix it with a good quality kibble and a splash of water and see how it goes.

[anonymous]

Have you been back to the vet? Was she diagnosed with a specific condition?
If she has been medically cleared, I would just add a bite of chopped cooked lean chicken breast or scrambled egg or cooked ground turkey to her kibble, add a splash of water, maybe presoak with water or homemade plain chicken broth. Measured feedings 2 or 3 times a day. Don’t leave food down.
I had a dog that would only eat off of a mat, just find an attractive small mat and think of it as her bowl, don’t try to force her to do something she is uncomfortable with. Make sure she is drinking water, add a little to her meals, to be on the safe side,
At 5 months, she must be teething, give her a 1/2 raw carrot to chew on to soothe her gums.
Small breeds are especially vulnerable to periodontal disease (down the road) so start daily dental brushings now, it helps.
Ps: She will be going into heat in the next 2-3 months…..so, decide what you want to do, or not do, about that.

[anonymous]

Good luck at the vet’s office today. Make sure you describe the “seizure like” activity you observed. There may be something neurological going on……
I think it’s important to get an accurate diagnosis, then you can evaluate the treatment options. I would not hesitate to go along with recommended testing.
I hope you have a nice visit and get some answers.

[anonymous]

Make an appointment with a veterinary internal medicine specialist for diagnostic testing and treatment options. You implied the regular vet has not been helpful.
That’s the only solution I can think of. Ask your vet for a referral.
Best of luck
Ps: You can always go to the emergency place, they diagnose 24/7.
I would refrain from giving the dog over the counter meds and such unless recommended by a vet that has examined the dog.
Show the video to a veterinarian that examines the dog, as soon as possible..
I did not view the video.

[anonymous]

I just transfer it to the fridg a few hours prior to serving. Be careful, some kibbles that have a lot of fish oils and such don’t freeze well, I remember Orijen was one of them. Nothing bad happened, but they say freezing is not necessary and it changes something.
Usually just storing the kibble in a closed container in the fridg is good enough, for about a month (in my experience)
Ps: Those empty plastic coffee containers are good for storing kibble. Or, some people like to use those large plastic freezer bags.

[anonymous]

It depends on the dog. My dog with environmental allergies and a sensitive stomach does well on Nutrisca, Salmon and Chickpea , so I don’t change that.
My other dog seems to be able to eat anything, so, I have been trying different kibbles by Natural Balance and mixing it in with the Nutrisca for him, I don’t like that they use a lot of potato, but otherwise it’s okay. I don’t rotate kibble, I stay with one or two brands that agree with the dog.
Toppers change about every 3 or 4 days……depending on what’s marked down at the local market. Again, the freezer comes into use.

[anonymous]

No, I may get a 15 pound bag of dog food, half of it ends up in the freezer, the other half in the fridg, lasts at least a month, sometimes longer. I only use the kibble as a base for 2 small dogs.
Ps: I have a small fridg, most of what’s in there is for the dogs!

[anonymous]

Check Best Buy, small freezers don’t cost that much, lol
Ps: Look for the self-defrosting ones. Houses often don’t come with refrigerators/freezers, so, you would still have to buy one.

[anonymous]

The only problem with that is that it’s not cost effective. I buy a large bag of quality kibble and divide it up in air tight containers (2 week supplies) store in freezer or fridg.
If you are using different toppers every few days, they are on a rotation diet.
Sometimes, less is more.

[anonymous]

I forgot to mention that if you feed raw carrots, you will see carrot chunks in the feces, but it is nothing to worry about.

[anonymous]

Food allergies are rare and food sensitivities tend to fluctuate. That being said, the minute over processed amounts added to foods, dried egg, chicken fat, etc. May not affect a dog that has a “chicken meat intolerance”
Also, there is a lot of cross contamination that goes on in pet food manufacturing plants.
So, if you truly want to avoid certain ingredients/proteins, I would talk to your vet about a prescription/elimination diet.
Or, consider having more testing done by a specialist to clearly identify the problem.
Ps: Nutrisca Salmon and Chickpea has no chicken fat, just a dash of dried egg.
Check chewy dot com for ingredients list.

[anonymous]

A little high in the calorie department, so you may want to keep an eye on his/her weight
Nutritional Info (per Chewy’s site) Also, add a splash of water, maybe presoak? See what your vet advises.
Ingredients
Salmon, Canola Meal, Brewers Rice, Barley, Oat Meal, Fish Meal (Source of Glucosamine), Animal Fat Preserved with Mixed-Tocopherols, Salmon Meal, Dried Egg Product, Brewers Dried Yeast, Natural Flavor, Inulin, Fish Oil, Salt, Vitamin E Supplement, Potassium Chloride, Zinc Sulfate, L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (Source of Vitamin C), Ferrous Sulfate, Manganese Sulfate, Niacin, Vitamin A Supplement, Copper Sulfate, Calcium Pantothenate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Vitamin B-12 Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Riboflavin Supplement, Calcium Iodate, Vitamin D-3 Supplement, Menadione Sodium Bisulfite Complex (Source of Vitamin K Activity), Folic Acid, Biotin, Sodium Selenite.
Caloric Content
3,905 kcal/kg, 447 kcal/cup

[anonymous]

When I prepare toppers to add to kibble, I defrost, chop it up (I use utility scissors, seems easier) then I stir fry in water and cook. I then mix it in the kibble with a healthy splash of water. Maybe make a 2 day supply and store in a airtight container in the fridg.
I use chicken breast, steak, egg, ground turkey. I occasionally use tuna right from the can (canned tuna is cooked already).
I don’t use pork. I don’t use HK. I just use a quality kibble.
I don’t serve large chucks, possible choking hazard, or they will wolf it down and ignore the kibble. I do give about 1/2 raw carrot as a snack here and there (no baby carrots).
But, make sure your dog isn’t a gulper. Good luck
Ps: If you are interested in science based veterinary medicine this is a good site to visit http://skeptvet.com/Blog/
Nothing is being sold there, no supplements, no books, no membership fees.

[anonymous]

Is the dog on medication prescribed by the vet? If so, I might be inclined to go with the vet’s recommendations, in example, prescription food.
Maybe this site can offer some helpful information http://skeptvet.com/Blog/?s=liver+disease

[anonymous]

Have you looked at https://www.chewy.com/
I am on the autoship plan and have had no problems, they are very flexible, you can change your order and/or the date very easily.
The best part, the big heavy bag of dog food gets delivered right to your door!

[anonymous]

Good luck. Nothing wrong with adding water/broth or presoaking kibble, in my experience.
Of course they will need to have more frequent bathroom breaks, opportunities to urinate.
But, I think it’s worth it. Kibble is so dry.

Ps: Your dogs sound like they are getting excellent care, I was just erring on the side of safety with my advice.

[anonymous]

I had a Yorkie with a narrow trachea, this was years ago when I didn’t always go right to the vet, so it was never diagnosed.
The poor dog used to have what resembled an asthma attack, occasionally after meals.

It may be best to get it checked out if it gets worse, or the next time you bring him to the vet.
It would be rare, but you never know, he could have a growth developing in there causing the trachea to become narrow and harder for food to pass through, like a partial blockage.

I don’t want to worry you, but if it is a sudden change from his normal eating habits, that could be a red flag.

• This reply was modified 6 years, 11 months ago by anonymous.

[anonymous]

That’s okay. I assume that you are using something.

[anonymous]

Evidence Update–Homemade Diet Recipes for Your Pet are Unreliable

I’m sure if your dog was hungry enough she would eat whatever was available.
I like to use a quality kibble as a base with a splash of water and a bite of cooked protein mixed in, such as scrambled egg, chopped chicken breast, ground turkey, chopped up lean beef…..
A raw carrot (1/2) as a snack here and there.
Offer meals twice a day, leave food down for 10 minutes, pick up and put in the fridg, offer at the next mealtime. Have fresh water available at all times.
If they don’t eat times 72 hours, call the vet.
An occasional fast is a good thing 🙂
Ps: Why would I add supplements/vitamins? Check with your vet, but I don’t think they are necessary.
Otherwise, you could consult a veterinary nutritionist, for a diet formulation specific to your pet.

• This reply was modified 6 years, 12 months ago by anonymous.

[anonymous]

@ Soph M
Please listen to a vet that has examined your dog. A lot of misinformation on the internet.
For science based veterinary medicine go here: http://skeptvet.com/Blog/
Use the search engine at this site to look up topics.
Do you have any specific health concerns regarding your dog?
Bones are the worst thing you can give a small dog (under 20 pounds) this is based on my personal experience. Also, use the search engine here to look up various topics.

Ps: Has your dog had a checkup and labs recently? I strongly recommend annual exams, lab work as indicated, professional dental cleanings as needed
Also, most supplements are scams.

[anonymous]

I always add a little water to kibble anyway, a lot of dogs don’t drink enough. I had a dog that developed bladder stones. I determined the cause to be genetic predisposition and inadequate fluid intake.

[anonymous]

He might just have a narrow trachea…make sure you discuss the next time you bring him to the vet.
I used to presoak food for a senior. I would put the kibble in water and leave in the fridge overnight, either that, or soft food.

[anonymous]

Get a dome dish to slow him down, presoak his food and/or add water.
Example of dish https://www.chewy.com/indipets-stainless-steel-slow-pet/dp/135949

Obviously, if his symptoms continue for more than 72 hours or he appears to be in distress, go to the vet.

PS: Don’t free feed (leave food down). And observe during meals, twice a day, measured amounts
You may want to take him to the vet anyway, something may be going on.

[anonymous]

Heartgard s for heartworm prevention. What about flea/tick prevention………

[anonymous]

Dental Disease in Dogs and Cats: Does Treatment Improve Health?

Check the most recent comments. Hope this helps someone.

[anonymous]

It is not unusual for dogs (certain breeds like labs) to develop benign fatty tumors, I would guess it was more genetic than related to diet. What did your vet say?

Flea/tick/ heartworm prevention is important, discuss what would be best to use with your vet. There is an increase in Lyme disease (humans and dogs) and tick borne disease.

[anonymous]

When you call for the appointment with the veterinary dermatologist, the office will explain how to prepare the dog for testing, depending on the results of the exam, the specialist may recommend intra dermal skin testing to identify environmental allergies. The expertise of the specialist in interpreting the results is crucial to the treatment he will recommend.
He may want to do a blood test, in my dog’s case we skipped it as he determined the symptoms to be clearly environmental.
We were in and out in about an hour with a list of allergies and a course of treatment to begin.
Allergen specific immunotherapy, 5 years in and my dog is doing very well, we see the dermatologist once a year.
Now, if your dogs allergies are mild/seasonal he may suggest medication certain times of the year instead.
Forget about hair and saliva tests they are scams (imo)
Ps: Let us know how it goes, I was very pleased with how smoothly the testing went.
They say it may take a while to see results, but I saw improvement right away 🙂

[anonymous]

Update: My dog had one tooth extracted about a month ago (see previous post), she went back in recently due to symptoms of pain and discomfort in one of her back teeth.
This time a full dental and x-rays were done, one molar and 3 root remnants extracted….you would have never have know by looking as her teeth look pristine due to daily brushings x 8 years.
This is her first professional cleaning (not bad) 🙂
I strongly urge people to have a professional cleaning and x-rays done for their pet at the first sign of trouble.
Sprays and such are just breath fresheners at best. Daily brushing does help but even daily brushing doesn’t get below the gum line where the trouble is.
Don’t be foolish. Hope this helps someone.
Ps: The anesthesia they use now is milder than even a few years ago, she was in and out in a few hours. Never even missed a meal! Normally they would be NPO after midnight but the dental was done as an emergency.

[anonymous]

I scramble an egg with a slash of water and fry in small frying pan (for a minute) with a drop of olive oil and divide it for two dogs to mix with their kibble
Not every day, but maybe a few tmes a month, they love it.
I could be wrong, but I have read that dogs don’t get high cholesterol like humans do.

[anonymous]

Here is a cost effective idea, just add a spoonful of scrambled egg (no milk) to meals, or a bite of lean chopped cooked chicken, mixed in with the kibble and a splash of water.
That gives them a bit more protein and makes the meals more interesting.
I hope you are not free feeding (leaving food down) I have found 2 meals per day measured amounts is best. Walks/exercise as tolerated.
Do you have some specific health concerns?

[anonymous]

“I foresee difficulties in convincing my mother to agree as she is probably oblivious to this stuff and distrusting of people over the Internet”

Listen to your Mom 🙂
Moms know more than you think they do!
Also, you may want to note that the site I referred you to (SkeptVet) is selling nothing there, absolutely nothing! No books, no supplements, no t-shirts…..
And the other link I provided was written by a veterinary nutritionist affiliated with Angell Animal Medical Center, one of the best in the country.
If you are going to go down this path, I strongly urge you to consult a veterinary nutritionist, a veterinarian with advanced training in nutrition.
Ps: Raw feeding is expensive, if you do it the right way.

[anonymous]

If your dogs are in good condition at age 12 (seniors) you are doing a good job.
I would hesitate to make any drastic changes to their diets.

“If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it” 🙂

If it is within your means, a senior workup (labs and exam) would be a good idea, dentals may be needed, you can’t tell by looking. Periodontal disease can cause a multitude of problems (medical), not to mention pain and discomfort.

[anonymous]

That film you mentioned is biased, propaganda being pushed by the raw feeding community and the homeopathic vets.
For science based veterinary medicine go here:
http://skeptvet.com/Blog/?s=raw+diet
and http://skeptvet.com/Blog/?s=bones Use the search engine there to look up other topics.
also, this may help https://www.mspca.org/angell_services/choosing-the-right-diet-for-your-pet/ excerpt below, click link for full article, use search engine there to look up other articles/topics
Raw diets are another popular option on the market today. Studies have shown that 20-35% of raw poultry and 80% of raw food dog diets tested contained Salmonella. This poses a health risk for your pet, but also for humans. This is especially true for children or immunocompromised adults, whether exposed to the raw food directly, or the feces of the pet eating the raw food. Additionally, there is increased risk of other bacterial infections and parasitic diseases when feeding raw diets. And the bottom line is there is no reason to believe raw food is healthier than cooked food.
The numerous dietary choices for your pet can be daunting but if you pick an AAFCO approved food made by a manufacturer with a long track record, odds are good that you will find a suitable food for your pet. Most of the large pet food companies employ full time veterinary nutritionists and have very high quality control standards. That is not to say that a small company cannot produce nutritious and high quality food, but you should check out their website if it’s a company that is not familiar to you. Take the time to research, and ask your veterinarian if you have specific questions or concerns.
Please understand that this article is meant to provide basic dietary guidelines for healthy pets. If your pet has specific health issues, then your veterinarian may make specific food recommendations, which may include special prescription diets.

[anonymous]

Well, if your pup turns out to have environmental allergies, diagnosed by a veterinary dermatologist, you may want to advise your family member not to continue breeding the dogs, or at least consult a veterinary health care professional first. Best of luck

[anonymous]

Intradermal skin testing done by a veterinary dermatologist is the most accurate method to identify environmental allergies. Food allergies are rare, the dermatologist told me I could skip the blood test (specific to my dog’s treatment)
The ingredients you have mentioned are impossible to avoid, unless you consult a veterinary nutritionist and have a special made diet recipe. A lot of cross contamination goes on in dog food manufacturing plants.
It may be best to find a vet that you trust and work with him.
Ps: There is no cheap way out of this. Environmental allergies are complicated, there are effective treatments, they tend to be lifelong.

[anonymous]

For best results, consult a veterinary dermatologist. Get the dog properly diagnosed first, then you can evaluate your diet and treatment options.
By any chance was this a pet shop/puppy mill dog? Because a lot of breeders continue to breed dogs that have environmental allergies even though they shouldn’t. There is a genetic link.
I have an allergic dog, she is doing very well under the care of a veterinary dermatologist, sees him once a year. It’s all good. And, she tolerates a variety of foods, but does best on Nutrisca Salmon and Chickpea
Raw made her sick, emergency vet visits and all.

[anonymous]

Have environmental allergies been ruled out? What you describe sounds like that’s what your dog may have vs food sensitivities.
They usually start around 1-2 years old and get worse with age. Environmental allergies tend to wax and wane making it almost impossible to tell which foods work or not.

Everyone blames the food, but I have found my dog tolerates a lot of different foods since beginning allergen specific immunotherapy (desensitization). The treatment tends to be lifelong, but no more ear infections, rashes, anal gland issues (5 years in)
The initial testing, intra dermal skin testing is expensive, maintenance isn’t that bad.

For best results, an accurate diagnosis and treatment options that work, I would make an appointment with a veterinary dermatologist. Allergies are complicated and often require the expertise of a specialist.

[anonymous]

Apoquel is prescribed for environmental allergies, not food allergies (rare) or food sensitivities that tend to fluctuate.
Hair and saliva mail in tests are a scam.
I would suggest that you take your dog to a veterinary dermatologist for testing and an accurate diagnosis and treatment options.
Environmental allergies are complicated, there is no cure but there is effective treatment.
Hope this helps http://skeptvet.com/Blog/?s=Allergies
and check the search engine here for allergies and see my posts,
example. /forums/topic/environmental-allergy-relief/
/forums/search/Dr+Dodds+nutriscan/

[anonymous]

It’s called Pica (excerpt from article below) https://www.vetinfo.com/pica-in-dogs.html
I would go to the vet for an annual exam and lab work, and whatever else your vet recommends. Diagnose the problem first, then evaluate your treatment options.

Diagnosing Pica in Dogs
In order to find the causes of pica, the vet will require a history of the dog and will also perform a consult along with some tests.
A complete blood count, a biochemical profile and urinalysis will be required to find if there are thyroid problems or a low red blood cells count that may point to iron deficiency anemia.
Abdominal x-rays may be performed to determine if there are any gastrointestinal abnormalities or foreign bodies that were ingested and stuck in the stomach or intestines.
An endoscopic examination may also be required to visualize the items the dog has ingested and see if surgery is required to remove these. This exam may also reveal if the dog has a tumor or is affected by the inflammatory bowel disease (IBD).
Ps: It is not unusual for dogs to consume stuff that they shouldn’t, especially if they are left unattended outdoors.
Indoors, dog proof the home.

• This reply was modified 7 years ago by anonymous.

[anonymous]

I assume her traditional vet is “holistic” that’s all I’m saying.
If she goes to a new vet they will probably want to do testing all over again.
A liver biopsy is a simple procedure (btw)

[anonymous]

Most veterinarians consider themselves to be “holistic”
holistic:
(Medicine) of or relating to the medical consideration of the complete person, physically and psychologically, in the treatment of a disease

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