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re: These Must-Have Tests Could Save Your Pet's Life

SARichardson — 6/1/2023 10:47:58 AM

We did all of the recommended tests that our veterinarian hospital suggested. Alpin had a physical in March and while on a trip, she had blood in her urine, so we stopped at 4 veterinarians. In the middle of May, we were advised that our Alpin had cancer in three (3) parts of her body. We immediately began chemo, but she passed before the second treatment. How could this happen??? What are the tests that should have let the vet and us know sooner???

It is extremely difficult losing our Alpin. She was a part of our family.

re: FDA Warning About Spot-on Flea and Tick Product Remains

ajb2646 — 4/18/2023 9:32:30 AM

I have dr mercolas topical herbal repellent but it has wintergreen in it. Isn’t that toxic to dogs ? Slightly afraid to use it. What do you advise

re: re: Feeling Squeezed by Inflation? These 6 Resources Can Help

Dordee — 3/21/2023 1:45:06 PM

I am 82 on SS only, but still feed my 3 furbabies the best i can, canned, homemade, working to complete homemade, grassfed only meats . Actually, they prefer what i am eating to their canned, good quality. They have not been vaccinated for 6 years now and remain healthy. Harley and Dee do go out in the morning, mostly Harley has to reclaim HIS territory from any overnight tresspasers, then comes on the south deck for a nap in the sun, usually an hour then back inside. I am lucky, live in a rural area so have access to grassfed, no hormones or antibiotics meat, eggs and I drink raw milk. Milk is $5 a gallon, store milk is $5 per half gallon. My pride loves chicken thighs, but I get whole chickens. If I eat it, they want it. It is possible, but does require a bit of work, you cannot cut a bag open and poor it into a bowl, feed just once. I remember once on Jackson Galaxy, a couple were upset that their cats were pooping outside the box, "we change them every 2 weeks". How would they like to use a toilet not flushed for 2 weeks?? This is the only reason I can see for kibble,convenience. Same for litter boxes, I have 5 for 3 cats, scoop twice daily. I feed small portions 4-5 times a day so food does not sit and dry out, also add hot water to keep them hydrated. Also have 2 Pionerr stainless fountains for water. I went off processed foods mostly to eliminate sugar in 2000 when had Terminal lymphoma caused by RoundUp. Drs gave me 3 months, planyour funeral diagnosis. Did my research and found cancer needs sugar to grow, reproduce. By the end of 2001, I was in remission. If sugar feeds cancer in humans, it will in animals. Many today do not see adopting/buying an animal means a commitment for life, just as long as convenient! I rescue, if it shows up, it is mine, sometimes as many as 12, now not as many because of age, money. I know I cannot care for them so find homes for them or take to no kill shelters.

re: The Truth About the 'Special Food Needs' of Small Breeds

nat8845 — 2/5/2023 8:12:13 PM

6lbs pound yorkie? What is the calorie and protein amounts she should eat each day?

re: One Disease Where Holistic Modalities Can Almost 'Work Miracles'

abelhaghezzi — 2/3/2023 5:57:38 AM

My 12 year old cat has been on a raw diet his entire life and recently lost some weight. His blood test showed elevated LYM, EOS and Basophils. His liver enzymes were also altered with elevated TP, Globulins, ALT and ALKP. His ultrasound showed that his liver was enlarged, but I didn’t wan’t him to have a FNA as I could not be sure that his vet had enough experience not to cause any damage to his already inflamed liver. Ash has always been a healthy cat so this is the first time I am dealing with a health issue and I’m completely lost and afraid. I would be immensely grateful for suggestions as how to treat a cat with cholangiohepatitis. His Vet prescribed Synulox and it is causing severe diarrhoea. I’m in the UK. Thank you!

re: re: A Feline Expert Shares Her Dos and Don'ts for Caring for Cats with Kidney Disease

cin7753 — 1/18/2023 11:19:13 AM

Hi, I'm so encouraged by your sharing. Thank you!! Do you mind sharing how you encouraged your cat to eat? Thanks!

re: Bully Stick: This Trendy Treat Could Be Making Your Dog Fat

jbgorelick — 1/17/2023 11:54:54 AM

I am not at all concerned about the calories in a bully stick. However, I just recently did find out what they were and my concern seems to be one that no one on the internet is addressing--do I need to be concerned about the testosterone that my dog may be receiving by chewing on these things? She is an avid chewer, but I would not want her to be getting extra testosterone. No one seems to address this...

re: Cushing's Disease in Dogs: The Incurable Disease Your Vet is Likely to Miss

ymorris01xt — 1/13/2023 10:01:31 AM

Thank you for this valuable information. Our 13 year old Chihuahua just tested positive for Cushings. She shows signs of drinking more water, frequently peeing and potbelly which she’s had nearly her entire life, plus she’s always hungry.

Would like to know more about the nutraceuticals, Chinese herbs, homeopathics, diet therapy and lifestyle management (reducing biologic stress).

We haven’t started her on Cushings meds and have decided not to do an ultrasound.

Any feedback is greatly appreciated. Thank you!

re: re: The Biggest Mistake You Can Make if Your Cat Is in Pain

Dordee — 1/11/2023 9:10:49 PM

Agree with your old country vet, if they eat, poop and pee , that is a good sign. If tey are not enjoying life, why keep them in misery. I do not like feeling frugged, sleepy, why should my cats. I started Mrrcola Joint support for my 12 year olds. Harley loves it, eats it up. Dee has to have her's crombled on her food.

re: re: Great News: The Healthy Pets Website Is Now Bark & Whiskers!

Lee1959 — 1/10/2023 1:40:54 PM

You are kidding, right? Would you work for free? Dr. Mercola is not rich by any means if you want to compare rich to "rich." Taco bell does more in-your-face marketing than Dr. Mercola. Do you have a grudge against Yum (who owns Taco Bell) brands? How 'bout Subway? I doubt it. As Dennis Prager said, "If you visit a website frequently, you are almost obligated to either buy their products or give to them." Nothing, nothing is free in life. Truly you are ignorant. And furthermore, I have seen plenty of adverts on Dr. Becker's website. I don't feel obligated and I don't take it personally. You have got thin skin if you are obsessing on Dr. Mercola's adverts. Just ignore them and move on with your life.

re: Great News: The Healthy Pets Website Is Now Bark & Whiskers!

badboy2 — 1/9/2023 6:37:28 PM

Adaptation from a natural diet to carb-rich, ultra-processed pet foods may take thousands to ten thousand years of evolution for pets to adjust, and for that matter, humans to adjust to these changes in their diets. But who in their right mind would want too?

The solution is simple, don't buy their cheap and poorly made products so they can turn a bigger profit. Do this and they will stop making it. They will get the message and start producing what you and your pet(s) want and buy.

re: Great News: The Healthy Pets Website Is Now Bark & Whiskers!

cindyt25 — 1/9/2023 4:47:32 PM

I'll be sorry if there are no more discounts at the Mercola site listed with the updates. I have bought quite a few things from those ads.

re: re: This Twice Yearly Test Could Help Save Both Your and Pet's Health

P.Sue — 1/9/2023 3:12:00 PM

I just want to pass along this positive experience to perhaps help other cat owners struggling with the problem I had.

After two rounds using the medication, ALBON, for coccidia in my 5-6 month old kitten,

she was still experiencing diarrhea several days subsequent to the completion of the treatment, even though I was also giving her canned pumpkin and probiotics.

This led me to believe that she still had it, which wasn't a surprise, considering the Veterinarian informed me that coccidia is very difficult to get rid of.

In desperation, I searched the internet and found a tincture through another person on this website.

I had to give it her 4 times a day for one month.

Success!!!

During treatment, I also gave her 1/2 tsp. probiotic powder and 1/4-1/2 tsp. diatomaceous earth in about a tablespoon of canned pumpkin 2 times/day. (Apparently, it is common for the tincture to also cause diarrhea.)

As a result, the fecal test for coccidia was NEGATIVE and her stool is normal in texture! Finally!!

This is the tincture I used: wolfcreekranchorganics.com/kochi_free.html

re: Great News: The Healthy Pets Website Is Now Bark & Whiskers!

jbt8990 — 1/9/2023 12:39:36 PM

I'm glad to see Karen Becker leave the commercial, profit-seeking Mercola web site. I'm looking forward to getting all the useful information and, I hope, less in-your-face marketing.

re: Great News: The Healthy Pets Website Is Now Bark & Whiskers!

Dakota515 — 1/9/2023 11:52:18 AM

exciting news and I know now more pet owners will be able to see the valuable information you put out