Author Archives: hpiadmin

Causes and Symptoms of Canine Cushings Disease

Posted on May 3, 2013 by hpiadmin

I think my 14 year old mix terrier has cushings. He has some of the symptoms but not all. The vet thinks he might have it also. It is very costly to find out for sure if he does have … Continue reading →

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Immune Support for Rescue Cats

Posted on February 4, 2013 by hpiadmin

Dear Dr. Smith, I am looking for a product to boost the immune system. I rescue and have cats in kidney failure, chronic infections, stomatits etc. I want to buy one for all my cats. They are already on their … Continue reading →

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German Shepherd with Leaky Gut Syndrome

Posted on January 31, 2013 by hpiadmin

Hi, I currently order the Gastriplex from you for my German Shepard. She has been doing wonderful on it for quite some time but it doesn’t appear to be working anymore. She is on Eagle Pack dry food the fish … Continue reading →

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Dosage of Vitamin A for a Cat

Posted on January 28, 2013 by hpiadmin

Dr. Smith, Would the Vitamin A and Beta-carotene doses in Cell Advance 440, if taken every other day and coupled with a nutritionally complete diet, cause a cat to have too much Vitamin A? Response: Hello, Thank you for your … Continue reading →

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Dog with Glaucoma, II

Posted on January 23, 2013 by hpiadmin

My dog has glaucoma and the vet wants to remove the eye to relieve the pressure. This is very expensive and I am hoping there is something holistic that can help relieve the pressure. Can you help me? tks… Response: … Continue reading →

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Older Dog with Calcium Crystals

Posted on January 22, 2013 by hpiadmin

About two months ago, my 14-year-old Labrador had blood in his urine. We went from a diagnosis of Urinary Tract Infection to Prostate Infection, with antibiotics as remedy. We then arrive at a diagnosis of Canine Calcium Oxalate Uroliths. It … Continue reading →

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Supplements for Older Dogs, II

Posted on January 21, 2013 by hpiadmin

I am giving my 11 year old Sheltie the Thorne Canine Geriatric Basic and Super EPA. Would it be a good idea to give him Immugen too? If so, do I give it to him every day or maybe every … Continue reading →

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Seizures in Older Cat

Posted on January 17, 2013 by hpiadmin

Dear Dr. Smith, My cat is 21. She started having seizures about a year ago. Had blood work and xray. Everything was fine. Vet talked about seizure meds but did not recommend it at that time based on her age. … Continue reading →

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Dog with Hemangiosarcoma

Posted on January 11, 2013 by hpiadmin

My german shepard, diagnosed with Hemangiosarcoma, just had his spleen removed because of internal bleeding. He had no signs of weakness or illness. We are 90% sure we are not going to do chemo because it will only give us … Continue reading →

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Arthritis in Dogs, II

Posted on January 10, 2013 by hpiadmin

I am very excited to be registered with your web site and will be anxious to receive info from time to time. I have an 11-year-old Lab who is in very good health, but does have pretty bad hip arthritis … Continue reading →

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