Author Archives: hpiadmin

Lymes Disease and Vaccines

Posted on January 8, 2013 by hpiadmin

I have a 4 year old Golden Retriever who went in to get his shots. A Lyme’s disease test came back positive. She said that he probably contracted it last fall. She wanted him to be on antibiotics and get … Continue reading →

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EFAs vs. Flaxseed Oil for Cats and Dogs

Posted on January 7, 2013 by hpiadmin

Dear Dr. Smith, I want to give my 18-year-old cat EFA oils to ward off kidney failure, but he’s allergic to fish. I’m already giving him Immugen and a multi-vitamin and have him on a low-carbohydrate food. Is flaxseed oil … Continue reading →

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Boxer with Mushy Stools

Posted on December 19, 2012 by hpiadmin

I have a Boxer, 2 years old, adopted 4 months ago. He has formed stools but they fall apart to mush when I try to pick it up with poop bag. I’ve tried two weeks on Gastriplex with no change. … Continue reading →

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Diet and Supplements for Older Dogs

Posted on December 18, 2012 by hpiadmin

Hello Dr. Smith, I have a female beagle who is probably between 13-15 years old. I am not certain because she was a stray. I’ve had her about 11 1/2 years. She has been having liver and thyroid issues for … Continue reading →

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Lipomas in Dogs, III

Posted on December 17, 2012 by hpiadmin

Hi, What is a good product for fatty tumors for a 11 year old sheltie. Thanks, Response: Hello, Thanks for your inquiry to Holistic Pet Info. Fatty tumors or Lipomas are thought to be caused by a high or poor … Continue reading →

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Poodle with Early Stage Cataracts

Posted on December 14, 2012 by hpiadmin

Aloha, I have a standard poodle who will be 8 years old this Nov. I recently took her to my vet for her annual well visit. He told me she is in a very early stage of developing cataracts, otherwise … Continue reading →

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Kennel Cough or Cardiac Problem?

Posted on December 13, 2012 by hpiadmin

My German Shepherd had been diognosed with Kennel Cough a few years back and now is coughing again (mostly at night). My current vet wants to do x-rays, thinking she might have a heart problem. Is there a difference between … Continue reading →

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Dog Ears – Fungal / Yeast Infections

Posted on December 12, 2012 by hpiadmin

I have a cat that is about 10 years old who has had itchy ears for several months. It did not heal on it’s own so I took her to a local vet. The vet told me that it was … Continue reading →

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NSAIDs and Liver Problems in Dogs

Posted on December 10, 2012 by hpiadmin

My 14 year old black lab Brandy just started on Rimadyl after becoming immune to Deramax. She is also on Arthrisoothe Gold. Is it ok if I also put her on a holistic product in conjunction with Rimadyl to keep … Continue reading →

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Liver Support for Geriatric Cats

Posted on December 7, 2012 by hpiadmin

I need supplements for two cats. Both cats are 15+ years old. Cat 1 (Chrissy) – Recovered from a liver abscess and tumor in May. Tests indicated benign. Common sense suggests that she may have cancer which didn’t show on … Continue reading →

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