Pawrents, the word of the week is: Apoptosis.
Apoptosis is the term used to describe the body’s process of genetically programmed, healthy cell death. It’s simple; all normal cells are programmed to die, and for good reason. The death of old, used up cells make way for new cells to keep our bodies (and our dogs’) healthy and strong.
But sometimes an event occurs that triggers normal cells to go haywire and start dividing too fast. These mutant cells then refuse to die, and begin multiplying out of control. They do not go through apoptosis and instead crowd out, absorb and kill normal cells. Guess what this process is called?
Cancer.
The importance of keeping apoptosis going is discussed in Dr. Demian Dressler’s pawesome e-book, the “Dog Cancer Survival Guide.” In the book Dr. Dressler explains how natural plant-based substances such as Luteolin, Curcumin and Apigenin have been shown to induce apoptosis the body. He also discusses how you can help your dog battle cancer by using substances like these in your Tripawd’s diet.
Apoptosis-inducing substances such as curcumin also create the basis of Apocaps CX Apoptogen Formula for Dogs, a new supplement that Dr. Dressler has designed especially for dogs with cancer. Stay tuned for the next Tripawds Nutrition Post, when we share details about this new quality-of-life enhancing supplement from the Dog Cancer Vet.
Tagged: apigenin, apocaps, apoptosis, cancer, curcumin, Dr. Dressler, luteolin, Supplements
There has been a flurry of comments about Dasuquin in the discussion forums over the past few days. So we have done our homework, and provide the following information and links for your review …
Dasuquin is based on the healthy joint supplement blend found in Cosequin from Nutramax labs. Nutramax claims that their Dasuquin for Dogs delivers the most comprehensive, multifaceted joint health management formula available.
Try Dasuquin w/ MSM to promote healthy joints in your dog. Healthy joints are vital to the continued mobility of tripawds. Using Dasquin with MSM your dog will get the benefits of Glucosamine, Chondroitin and MSM in a tasty chewable tablet. Glucosamine promotes the formation and repair of cartilage. Chondroitin promotes water retention and elasticity in cartilage and inhibits enyzymes that break down cartilage and MSM is an anti-inflammatory that eases pain.
Active Ingredient(s) for LARGE Breeds:
Glucosamine Hydrochloride (900mg), Methylsulfonomethane (MSM) (800mg), Sodium Chondroitin Sulfate (350mg), Avocado/Soybean Unsaponifiables (90mg). Also contains Microcrystalline cellulose, artificial roast beef flavor, natural and artificial cheese flavor, dried brewer’s yeast, gum resin, tea, magnesium stearate, soy protein isolates, mixed tocopherols, soy lecithin, silicon dioxide, natural and artificial flavoring.
Active Ingredient(s) for SMALL/MEDIUM Breeds:
Glucosamine Hydrochloride (600mg), Methylsulfonomethane (MSM) (400mg), Sodium Chondroitin Sulfate (250mg), Avocado/Soybean Unsaponifiables (45mg). Also contains Microcrystalline cellulose, artificial roast beef flavor, natural and artificial cheese flavor, dried brewer’s yeast, gum resin, tea, magnesium stearate, soy protein isolates, mixed tocopherols, soy lecithin, silicon dioxide, natural and artificial flavoring.
Administration
The tablets may be fed directly or crumbled and mixed with the food according to these directions:
- LARGE DOGS: For the initial 4 to 6 week administration period for dogs weighing 60 to 120 lbs give 2 chewable tablets daily. The suggested maintenance level for dogs 60 to 120 lbs is 1 chewable tablet daily.
- SMALL DOGS: For the initial 4 to 6 week administration period for dogs weighing less than 10 lbs give chewable tablet daily. For dogs weighing 10 to 29 lbs give 1 chewable tablet daily and for dogs 30-59 lbs give 2 chewable tablets daily. The suggested maintenance level for dogs less than 10 lbs is chewable tablet daily, for dogs 10 to 29 lbs give chewable tablet daily and for dogs 30 to 59 lbs give 1 chewable tablet daily
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Tagged: cosequin, glucosamine, joints, Nutramax, pain, savings
Please welcome Gina Snow as our new Tripawds Nutrition correspondent. For her first blog post, Gina discusses how to choose homeopathic pain remedies for dogs.
What is Homeopathy?
Homeopathic physicians seek to cure their patients on physical, mental, and emotional levels, and each treatment is tailored to a patient’s individual needs. Homeopathy is generally safe, as it uses medicines in extremely diluted quantities, and there are usually minimal side effects. Its non toxicity makes some consider it a good choice for the treatment of children and pets.
Homeopathic medicine is based on a “Principle of Similars,” or “like cures like” philosophy. This means that illnesses can be cured by small doses of a natural substance that produces similar symptoms in healthy people. For example, tiny doses of one plant medicine that causes vomiting in a healthy person, may actually cure vomiting in a sick person.
To learn more about how homeopathy works, click here, then get a copy of the Homeopathic Care for Cats and Dogs: Small Doses for Small Animals.
Selecting Homeopathic Pain Remedies
Here are a few of my favorite pain remedies. I grab the first one that seems to “fit” best based on what the pet is acting like. This is where you as the owner is of such importance! You know your pet best and homeopathics rewards that. The better you know your pup, the better you are at choosing a remedy since the emotional level that the pet is on is as important as the physical.
- 30C is usually the potency or strength I grab, but a 30X is fine too.
- When dosing, if no change with 3 doses, I switch remedies.
- Acute Pain Symptoms: I give 1 dose every 15 minutes for 3 total doses.
- Chronic Conditions: For those that are not as severe on the pet, I do 1 dose, 3 times per day over a 24 hour period. If that seems to help, I dose only as needed from there. This may be only once per day or even less often. The pet will tell you.
- Homeopathic remedies should be given AWAY from food. You can mix them with Distilled water and syringe onto the gums if that’s easier.
Suggested Remedies
Here are my suggested pain relief remedies for dogs. Below the name of each remedy you’ll see a homeopathic definition of symptoms that can be cured by the remedy, and how it works. Remember, that not all the symptoms listed have to be present in the pet. There may be only one symptom.
You can learn more about them in the Pocket Manual of Homeopathic Materia Medica and Repertory.
Arnica Montana
Produces conditions upon the system quite similar to those resulting from injuries, falls, blows, contusions. Septic conditions; prophylactic of pus infection.
It is especially suited to cases when any injury, however remote, seems to have caused the present trouble. After traumatic injuries. Traumatism of grief, remorse or sudden realization loss. Limbs and body ache as if beaten; joints as if sprained. Relaxed blood vessels, black and blue spots. Tendency to hemorrhage and low-fever states. Tendency to tissue degeneration, septic conditions, abscesses. Sore, lame, bruised feeling.
Belladonna
Belladonna acts upon every part of the nervous system, furious excitement, exaggerated senses, twitching and pain. It has a marked action on the vascular system, skin and glands. Belladonna is associated with hot, red skin, glaring eyes, throbbing pulses, excited mental state, restless sleep, dryness of mouth and throat, neuralgic pains that come and go suddenly. Heat, redness, throbbing and burning. Spasms followed by nausea and vomiting. Belladonna stands for violence of attack and suddenness of onset.
Barberry Vulgaris
Rapid change of symptoms-pains change in regard to place and character-thirst alternates with thirstlessness, hunger, and loss of appetite, etc.
Old gouty constitutions. Pain in region of kidneys is most marked; hence its use in renal issues and gall-stones. Pains may be felt all over body, emanating from small of back. Often called for in arthritic affections with urinary disturbances. Wandering, radiating pains. Spinal irritation. All Berberis pains radiate, are not worse by pressure, but worse in various attitudes, especially standing and active exercise.
Pulsatilla Pratensis
The disposition and mental state are the chief guiding symptoms to the selection of Pulsatilla. It is especially good for mild, gentle, yielding disposition. Sad, crying readily; weeps; changeable, contradictory. The patient seeks the open air; always feels better there, even though he is chilly. Discharges thick, bland, and yellowish-green. Symptoms ever changing. Thirstless, peevish, and chilly. Great sensitiveness. Timid, irresolute. Fears in evening to be alone. Likes sympathy. Pet likes fuss and caresses. Easily discouraged. Extremes of pain. Highly emotional. Mentally, an April day.
Lachesis Mutus
When Lachesis is indicated, a hæmorrhagic tendency is marked. Septic states and other low forms of disease, when the system is thoroughly poisoned and the prostration is profound. Much trembling and confusion. Very important for patients of a melancholic disposition. Ill effects of suppressed discharges. Sensation of tension in various parts. Cannot bear anything tight anywhere. Great loquacity. Sad in the morning; no desire to mix with the world. Restless and wants to be off somewhere all the time. Suspicious.
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About Gina: For the last 20 years, Gina has worked as a licensed Animal Medical Technician, and nine of them have been spent working in holistic veterinary medicine. She is auntie to Tripawd Maggie, and has one very special dog of her own, Dilly. At 15 years old, Dilly is a nine year Mast Cell Grade II cancer survivor, thanks to the holistic medicine treatments given by Gina and Dr. Charles Loops. You can read more about Dilly’s amazing remission from Mast Cell cancer here.
Please be aware that we are not veterinarians. The information presented here is not meant to be construed as medical advice or guidance, nor should it be substituted for professional veterinary assistance. Always discuss any remedies and treatments you wish to pursue with your veterinarian.
Tagged: arnica montana, belladonna, berberis vulgaris, cancer, Charles Loops DVM, homeopathic, homeopathy, lachesis mutus, pulsatilla pratensis
It goes without saying that Tripawd pawrents place a high priority on keeping their fur kids healthy, and many of us purchase herbs and supplements to do so. We all want great products at low prices, yet how do we know when something is a real bargain, versus a dangerous rip-off?
Once of our favorite veterinarians, Dr. Nancy Kay (author of “Speaking for Spot”) recently wrote a two part blog series about the pitfalls of using medicinal herbs and supplements without veterinary supervision. Dr. Kay mentioned a recent study about human supplements, published in the Journal of Forensic Science. Among other findings, the study found:
- Less expensive herbs are sometimes intentionally used to replace those that are more costly.
- Accidental substitution can occur if plants are incorrectly identified or if the name is misinterpreted.
- Some herb manufacturers purposefully adulterate their products with drugs presumably to increase their efficacy.
This is scary stuff! So what’s a pawrent to do?
Dr. Kay’s suggestions include: finding a veterinarian who has a special interest in herbal medicine, picking up a copy of Veterinary Herbal Medicine and using the ACCLAIM system when learning about products. This is a method that vets are taught to use when evaluating products, and you can too:
Use the ACCLAIM System
to Educate Yourself About Herbs and Supplements
A = A name you recognize. Choose an established company that provides educational materials for veterinarians and other consumers. Is it a company that is well established?
C = Clinical experience. Companies that support clinical research and have their products used in clinical trials that are published in peer-reviewed journals to which veterinarians have access are more likely to have a quality product.
C = Contents. All ingredients should be clearly indicated on the product label.
L = Label claims. Label claims that sound too good to be true likely are. Choose products with realistic label claims.
A = Administration recommendations. Dosing instructions should be accurate and easy to follow. It should be easy to calculate the amount of active ingredient administered per dose per day.
I = Identification of lot. A lot identification number indicates that a surveillance system exists to ensure product quality.
M = Manufacturer information. Basic company information should be clearly stated on the label including a website (that is up and running) or some other means of contacting customer support.
We really appreciate Dr. Kay’s great advice, and hope that it gives you a good starting point when comparison shopping for supplements for your Tripawd, or yourself.
*The study cited: A Review of the Potential Forensic Significance of Traditional Herbal Medicines” from the Journal of Forensic Science (January, 2010). Author: Roger Byard, M.D.
Tagged: ACCLAIM, bone cancer, Charles Loops DVM, information, medicinal herbs, Nancy Kay DVM, power mushrooms, Speaking for Spot, Supplements, vitamins
In our Treatment and Recovery Forum, there’s been a lot of talk about how to help our Tripawds through bouts of nausea. Whether a pup is going through chemotherapy or just gets car sick, there are many ways that pawrents can provide relief. Here’s a brief rundown of nausea remedies for dogs:
Prescription Remedies
Cerenia, by Pfizer Animal Health. Cerenia is the first FDA-approved medicine that was created to prevent motion sickness in dogs. This drug is also effective in treating nausea after chemotherapy. Side effects are rare but can include excessive drooling, lack of appetite and lethargy. Cerenia is usually given as an injection before chemotherapy, and the pill form can be purchased at your veterinarian’s office, Cerenia can also be ordered online.
Mirtazapine (also called Remeron). Dr. Demian Dressler, author of the Dog Cancer Survival Guide, recently wrote about this drug. He says: “The medication is a very effective appetite stimulant. This is particularly useful in cases of canine cancer, especially if either chemotherapy or the cancer itself is causing a loss of appetite. On top of this, it helps with nausea and vomiting, and helps block spasm of the muscular wall of the stomach and intestine. This is useful as it not only improves nutrition by keeping food down, but on top of that, alleviation of vomiting is a major life quality positive.”
Check Tripawds’ online pet pharmacies for comparison shopping.
Holistic Remedies
Ginger: Yes, the funny looking root vegetable you can get at the grocery store. Dr. Dressler endorses ginger and says: “Ginger has been shown to decrease vomiting as much as the most popular injection to fight nausea on vets’ shelves, metoclopramide. There is also published literature showing it fights vomiting caused by cisplatin, a common chemo drug, in dogs.”
Nux vomica: Among other uses, Nux vomica is used as a basic digestive remedy to relieve nausea, sour burping, gas and bloating.
Lemon Balm: Herbal remedies made with Lemon Balm are said to soothe the digestive system. Herbalists use it to soothe nausea, vomiting and poor appetite, as well as digestive problems caused by stress.
Arsenicum Album: This is useful for diarrhea and vomiting, and especially useful when being exposed to oxins such as chemotherapy, vaccines or food poisoning.
Do you have a favorite remedy for nausea? If so, be sure to share it with us here or in our Treatment and Recovery Forum Discussion.
Please be aware that we are not veterinarians. The information presented here is not meant to be construed as medical advice or guidance, nor should it be substituted for professional veterinary assistance. Always discuss any remedies and treatments you wish to pursue with your veterinarian.
Tagged: cancer, chemotherapy, homeopathic, homeopathy, nausea, Supplements
We are proud to share the following story of fifteen year-old Dilly, a nine year – yes, nine year! – survivor of facial Mast Cell Grade II Cancer. Tripawds member gina provides information about Dilly’s homeopathic supplements and nutrition plan that were prescribed by Dr. Charles Loops, who we’ve been writing about lately. Here’s Dilly’s story:
“Dilly is my 15 year old American Pit Bull Terrier. I have had her since she was 7 weeks old. She came from a nice and knowledgeable breeder, so unlike many of these misunderstood dogs. She has always been a complete joy to every human that has met her. The best word that can describe her is ‘Dilly.’
Dilly had a swelling that would come and go, starting in the summer of 2001. She was 6 years old at the time. I thought it was an old, migrating porcupine quill so I ignored it for a few months. When it was hot or she was excited, it swelled. It was about the size of a pencil eraser. Finally, in October 2001, I decided to explore it but when I did, I quickly knew it was something else. The tissue appeared very different than healthy tissue. I sent a small piece in for biopsy. It came back Mast Cell Cancer grade II. That gave Dilly a 50/50 chance of survival, according to the pathologist.
The conventional veterinarian that I worked for then suggested that he completely remove the facial area involved and that she be started on Prednisone. I did not want my beautiful dog’s face distorted (I know that is a vain reason, but it is how I felt then) and I did not want to start a suppressive drug such as Prednisone, if I could at all help it.
I was very familiar with a Homeopathic Veterinarian Dr. Charlie Loops. He had helped me keep my beloved cat Spider alive for 2 years (instead of the 2 weeks to 2 months predicted) with Chronic Renal Failure. I knew he could help Dilly for however long she was to be here with me.
She was given different on homeopathic remedies on a rotating basis, and as well as vitamins and supplements like these, mostly by Standard Process and Wysong.
Her diet was never an issue, it had always been and continues to be a raw rotation. All vaccines had been stopped previously, at the age of 2, because of allergic responses to them.
Well, that diagnosis was 9 years ago. Needless to say I am blessed to still have her here with me. She has difficulty moving about these days, at 15 years old, but she still LOVES to eat and socialize. Her vision is PERFECT and her hearing is only slightly diminished. She makes it outdoors every time for potty breaks and enjoys the sun beams in the summer. I have to believe this is possible because of Dr. Loops work and the lifestyle I chose for her. I know that not all cases will go as well as but I am glad for every day that Dilly is here with me. “
Tagged: cancer, Charles Loops DVM, homeopathic, Mast Cell, Omega 3 Fish Oil, vitamins, wysong
There is a lot of discussion in the forums about Power Mushrooms from Health Concerns as a valuable all natural immune boosting supplement for dogs with cancer.
The primary ingredient in Power Mushrooms is the Ganoderma (Reishi) Herbal Formula that combines four of the most commonly used mushrooms in Chinese herbal medicine. Two of these, Ganoderma and Tremella, help strengthen and stabilize the organ systems of your pet’s body. The other two, Poria and Polyporus, assist the digestion and assimilation of the other mushrooms. The effect of this herbal combination is overall energy stabilization and resistance to stress and illness. The all natural Power Mushrooms supplement is ideal for immune system support, cancer care, and geriatric animals.
Therapeutic Actions:
- Enhance immune functions and boost energy
- Contains herbs that may have anti-tumor effect according to Chinese and Japanese research
- Useful for autoimmune disorders
- Can be used as an adjunct to chemotherapy and radiation treatment
Dosage for Dogs:
- 2-3 times/day based on intensity of disease and vitality of animal
- Small (<25 lb) = 1/2 – 1 Tab
- Medium (25-50 lb) = 1-2 Tabs
- Large (>50 lb) = 2-3 Tabs
Health Concerns says their Power Mushrooms blend enhances immune system functionality. According to Chinese and Japanese research it contains herbs that may have anti-tumor effects. Power Mushrooms boosts energy and is useful for autoimmune disorders. This supplements can be used as an adjunct to chemo and radiotherapy.
“Tazzie was starting to have mobility problems around 8-10 weeks ago due to his tumor … As soon as I gave him the Power Mushrooms, he had an enormous surge of energy, surefootedness and overall happy demeanor.”
— Testimonial from Tazzie
The following links will provide more information and comparison pricing from various online sources. Additional links can be found on the Tripawds Nutrition Blog Supplements page. Please consult your veterinarian when considering any changes to your dog’s treatment plan
Only Natural Pet provides some important things to keep in mind when using herbal remedies for pets.
HerbsPro also carries Health Concerns Power Mushrooms.
Save on Bulk Power Mushrooms
House of Nutrition carries a wide variety of Health Concern’s all natural supplements including Bulk Power Mushrooms (270 tabs) for additional savings.
Only Natural Pet also carries this certified organic Super Immunity Powder for Dogs including Reishi and Cordyceps, another medicinal mushroom found in K9 Immunity.
VitaminTree.com: Health Concerns Power Mushrooms
VitaPal.com: Health Concerns Power Mushrooms
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Do you have experience using Power Mushrooms for your pup? Reply with your feedback or write a review for the Tripawds Nutrition Blog!
Stay tuned for more information about K9 Immunity from Aloha Medicinals, another popular immune system enhancing supplement for dogs with cancer made from a blend of medicinal mushrooms.
Please be aware that we are not veterinarians. The information presented here is not meant to be construed as medical advice or guidance, nor should it be substituted for professional veterinary assistance. Always discuss any remedies and treatments you wish to pursue with your veterinarian.
Tagged: cancer, immune system, natural, power mushrooms
Meet Cemil, an Anatolian Shepherd from Northern California and a one-year bone cancer survivor. We met him at a Tripawds pawty last December, and his Mom Mary shared her tips for keeping this gentle giant healthy and strong.
In our Tripawd Discussion Forums, you can read more details about Cemil’s diet, which includes:
Mary is also utilizing the Hoxsey cancer treatment method. We don’t know much about it, so if you have also tried this method, we would love to hear your perspective in the comments below.
Cemil is yet another example of a giant breed dog who beat the odds after a bone cancer diagnosis. May this beautiful boy live long and prosper!
Tagged: acai, bone cancer, cancer, CO-Q10, fish oil, homeopathic, hoxsey, large breed, osteosarcoma, power mushrooms, vitamins
With this forum post in the topic about Caira Sue and Fevers, Tripawds member maggie recommended the homeopathic medicine Belladonna (Deadly Nightshade) for reducing fevers. Sounds scary! But as a homeopathic, this supplement should not interfere with chemotherapy treatments and is apparently safe for dogs.
Belladonna (Deadly Nightshade) is a homeopathic therapy for the sudden onset of violent symptoms characterized by flushing heat, throbbing pain, and redness, and may accompany sore throat, cough, aches, fever, and earache. Below are links for more information from the HerbsPro catalog. Please consult your veterinarian before adding any neutraceuticals to your dogs treatment plan, or with any questions regarding dosage or reactions.
Belladonna 30X, 250 TAB
Belladonna 6X, 250 TAB
Belladonna 30C 2dm
Belladonna 30C, 100 TAB
Belladonna 6X 100 Tabs
Belladonna Clikpak 30C, 84 PILLS
Shop HerbsPro.com to save on homeopathic remedies, natural supplements and vitamins. For more information about homeopathic treatments for dogs with cancer, check out these informative Tripawds Nutrition Blog posts:
- Maggie Shares Agile Cow Dog Nutrition Plan
January 30th, 2010 – 1 Comment
Maggie shares canine cancer nutrition plan for agile three legged cow dog including K9 Immunity, transfer factor, raw food dog diet, Artemsia, GlycoFlex glucosamine supplement and more.
Please consider sharing your chosen nutrition plan and supplements with the Tripawds community! Simply send us your information, or a link to your post if you’ve already written about your dog’s diet or supplements in your blog.
Also, be aware that we are not veterinarians. The information presented here is not meant to be construed as medical advice or guidance, nor should it be substituted for professional veterinary assistance. Always discuss any remedies and treatments you wish to pursue with your veterinarian.
Tagged: belladonna, fever, HerbsPro, homeopathic
Earlier this week in our Tripawds News Blog, we posted about a fantastic website called “The Dog Food Advisor,” a resource by Dr. Mike Sagman which provides unbiased nutritional analysis of commercial dog foods. Recently, Dr. Sagman rated Hill’s Science Diet n/d, a prescription food formula for dogs fighting cancer, giving it four out of five stars. His review summary says:
“In a nutshell, for dogs dealing with the negative consequences of chemotherapy or cancer treatment, Hill’s Prescription N/D Canine makes a logical choice.
Our only reservation seems to be Hill’s unfortunate decision to use meat by-products as its primary ingredient. If it wasn’t for this one shortcoming, this dog food might have earned our highest rating.”
Read Dr. Sagman’s complete review here.
We asked Dr. Sagman about the three ingredients that make Hill’s n/d a beneficial food for dogs fighting cancer: taurine, arginine and fish oil. We wondered why pawrents can’t simply include these ingredients as supplements in their dog’s regular diet, instead of purchasing this prescription-only food. Here’s what Dr. Sagman said:
“In theory, there’s probably no reason your readers can’t add taurine and arginine. I say “in theory” because in actuality, these are amino acids (the basic building blocks of all proteins) and they could possibly be dose-specific. I would imagine that some ready-made commercial canine amino acid supplements are probably a lot safer than just guessing at the dose. And fish oil can be an anti-coagulant. In excessive doses it is theoretically possible to affect a dog’s clotting times… and encourage bleeding. And this could be detrimental to a pet with a recent history of surgery.
My best advice to your readers would be to run the supplement idea by a licensed veterinarian.”
Dr. Sagman added that these three ingredients aren’t the only benefits of this Hill’s product. “The extra protein and energy (calories) are also provided to help recovering animals, too,” he says.
Check out the articles Dr. Sagman cites in his review of taurine, arginine and fish oil. He adds “A word of caution; these three ingredients are basically nutritional supplements thought to support (sometimes only human) patients undergoing chemotherapy. Unfortunately, they must not be promoted as cures for cancer.”
Meanwhile, if you’d like to try Five Star healthy canned foods that Dr. Sagman recommends, check these out:
Dog Food Advisor Gives Five Stars: Wysong Dog Food Archetype (dehydrated)
Dog Food Advisor Gives Five Stars: Wysong Dog Food Au Jus Diets (Canned)
Dog Food Advisor Gives Five Stars: Wellness Dog Food Core (Canned)
Tagged: arginine, cancer, chemotherapy, dog food, fish oil, science diet, taurine
