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    Kidney questions

    Hi all, could have questions about a pup with kidney failure. She weighs 14lbs, how much fluid can we give safely per day 50? 100? Should we assume she needs a phosphorus binder? Is it a can’t hurt, probably helps kind of addition? What about calcitrol (I think that’s what it’s called) to...
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    Limping Pup

    Hi all, I’d love some input here. Emmy is a crazy gal-she explodes to bark at the mailman, slides into walls and jukes like a pro while playing ball at warp speed. I try to throw short, create obstacles to slow her down etc. , but recently she strained her back leg. The doggie chiro said...
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    Kidney Failure

    Good afternoon- A friend of mine has a 8 year old female sheltie who started to have kidney issues about a year ago. Now the vet is saying the kidneys have failed. I know sometimes diet can work miracles and I did suggest that, but since the diagnosis she has been feeding Hills Kidney diet...
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    Unusual posturing

    Hello, A friend has a foster dog that has started to have some posturing behavior. It gets worse at night. Has anyone seen this before? I don’t want to call them seizures, so I chose posturing behavior ? Thank you, Melissa
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    UTI-Does it need antibiotics?

    Hi there- I am posting here first, then I'll explore what has already been offered on this subject. Just a few minutes ago, I noticed that after using the bathroom, Emmy, my female had a slightly pink watery substance on her back leg feathering and around her lady parts. I am assuming she...
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    Stomach Issues

    Good morning- Seeking some input...My dog Batman woke up this morning drooling, licking his lips, and swatting at his ears as though bile had backed up into those areas. As we got up he was compulsively swallowing and wanting to go outside, to frantically eat grass--this happened before. I...
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    Nordic Naturals Fish Oil

    Hello- I would like to use Nordic Naturals fish oils, but I was concerned about the safety of the flavorings. Does anyone here use the human versions for their dogs? Thank you! Melissa
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    Gabapentin/CBD

    Hello, 10 year old silver lab Digger, Had to have his broken nail removed. The vet gave him gabapentin to take for pain, but he is already on CBD. Can I give them together? Thank you, Missy
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    Craniosacral Therapy, Massage or anything I can do at home for Injured Dog

    Hello- I have a six year old golden retriever mix that after an initial injury, keeps reinjuring herself while playing toys. You probably say stop playing toys then LOL, and sadly I have reduced the amount dramatically, plus even when she wants too she can't go for long periods anymore and it...
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    Panting Pup

    Hi there, I could use some help in sorting through some issues that, Emmy, my six year old spayed female golden mix is having. Emmy is an energetic pup who will play ball with you from morning to night. While she has an intensity to her, she will settle down when asked. Over the last year...
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    Vestibular-questions about CNS toxins

    Hello- I have been caring for my parents 14 year old English Springer Spaniel that had a mild case of vestibular disease back in April. In June/July the symptoms came back for a few days after getting Bravecto. Last Sunday, we applied a single dose flea/tick medication and she seemed to be...
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    Vestibular Dis-ease

    Hello- I am looking for some input as to the next step I should use to help Barney a 14 yo ESS recover fully after a bought of vestibular dis-ease. He presented with the normal loss of coordination, and he vomited a little white foam. He did have nystagmus too, but it was different than my...
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    Introduction-Melissa C

    Hello- I am super excited to be a part of Holistic Actions! I love the format, and I look forward to learning a lot. My name is Melissa Courtney and I am the author of Waking Up With Dogs, a book about aging and letting go. I currently share my home with four dogs, Digger a 9yo silver lab...
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