NATURAL COMPLEMENTS TO


CONVENTIONAL DOG CARE A clear and simple guide to which alternative remedies and lifestyle changes are appropriate for common canine medical conditions.


by Shawn Messonnier CONDITION ALLERGIES DEFINITION


A hypersensitive skin reaction to foreign proteins (allergens) in genetically predisposed pets


ARTHRITIS


Joint inflammation, usually caused by chronic wear and tear; more common in older dogs


BAD BREATH


Inflammation and infection of the teeth and gums, resulting in bad breath


Abnormal growth of CANCER


cells involving any tissue in the body; cancer cells lose the ability to die and continue to reproduce


DIABETES


Increased blood sugar due to variety of factors, including decreased insulin production and insulin insensitivity


DRY SKIN, COAT


EAR INFECTIONS


Can be benign or a sign of a more serious condition


Infections of the outer ear canal, caused by mites, bacteria or yeasts


EPILEPSY 26


A condition that results in seizures; epilepsy is diagnosed when other causes of seizure disorders are not discovered


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CONVENTIONAL TREATMENT


Steroids, antihistamines; antibiotics for secondary infections


NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs), steroids, analgesics (pain medications)


Dental cleanings, antibiotics


NATURAL REMEDY


Herbs, homeopathics, fatty acids, antioxidants


Chondroitin and glucosamine supple- ments, hyaluronic acid, acupuncture, fish oil, enzymes, cold laser


Coenzyme Q-10, fatty acids,


antioxidants, herbs, homeopathics


Chemotherapy, radiation, surgery


Herbs,


homeopathics, antioxidants, fatty acids


Insulin; rarely,


oral medications that lower a dog’s blood sugar


Depends on cause; often none


Medicated drops,


oral medications like antibiotics and steroids


Phenobarbital, bromide


Herbs, supplements made of extracts from glands; homeopathics


Fatty acids, antioxidants


Herbal ear drops, antibacterial and antifungal herbs, olive leaf extract


Choline,


B vitamins, herbs, homeopathics


www.na-sd.com DIET CHANGE


Natural diet; avoid grains, processing and byproducts


Natural diet; restricted calories, if needed, fewer treats or low-fat treats


Adding a small amount of plain yogurt to the diet might help


Improved diet; lowered carbohydrates and increased proteins and fats, especially omega-3 fatty acids


Increased fiber LIFESTYLE CHANGE Baths with an organic


anti-itch shampoo formulated for frequent bathing; keep off grass treated with chemicals


Weight loss, controlled exercise


Brush teeth at home; provide dental treats


No vaccines


Increased exercise; small, fre- quent meals


Natural diet, increased omega-3s Natural diet


Baths with an organic


hydrating shampoo formulated for frequent bathing


Clean ears regularly; limit swimming


Natural diet;


reduced-protein diets help some pets


No vaccines; eliminate seizure triggers, if possible


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