Osteochondritis dissecans (OCD) is a challenging joint disorder that can affect our canine companions, causing discomfort and mobility issues. When it comes to managing OCD in dogs, a comprehensive approach that includes both medical and therapeutic interventions is often recommended. One such therapeutic modality is hydrotherapy, which offers a gentle and effective way to aid in the recovery and rehabilitation process. In this blog post, we will explore the benefits of hydrotherapy as a treatment option for dogs with osteochondritis dissecans and how it can contribute to their overall well-being.
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The Mind-Blowing Secret to Relieving Your Dog’s Aches and Pains with Dog Osteopathy!
Owning a dog with joint problems can be a challenging and heart-wrenching experience. Watching your furry companion struggle with pain and limited mobility is never easy. As a responsible dog owner, you’re constantly seeking solutions to alleviate their discomfort and improve their quality of life. In your quest for answers, you may have come…
Do dogs need grains in their diet?
Dogs do not necessarily need grains in their diet to thrive and maintain good health. Dogs are primarily carnivorous animals, and their bodies are well adapted to digest and utilize animal-based proteins and fats. While grains like wheat, corn, and soy are commonly used as fillers in many commercial dog foods, they are not essential…
Food that is dangerous to your dog
There are a lot of human foods that can be dangerous, sometime even toxic to dogs.
Commons foods include…
New Information Challenges DCM’s Link To Grain Free Pet Food
https://truthaboutpetfood.com/new-information-challenges-dcms-link-to-grain-free-pet-food/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=getresponse&utm_content=New%20Information%20Challenges%20DCM%E2%80%99s%20Link%20to%20Grain%20Free%20Pet%20Food&utm_campaign=Association%20for%20Truth%20in%20Pet%20Food&fbclid=IwAR2Rj4I7j0Rer_8UvFbKkTOykLh-ETR0kliOCdetiVViDu9ERjOUPcCas7Y CREDIT: Truth About Pet Food www.truthaboutpetfood.com The question if grain free dog food is linked to heart disease (DCM) in dogs has been in discussion for years. After initially appearing to be siding with grain-included pet food manufacturers, the FDA has basically refused to comment any further – leaving pet owners confused. FDA’s…
Dog Friendly Weed Killer
Dog Friendly Weed Killer Simple but effective. 1L white vinegar 2Tbsp liquid dishwash 1 cup salt spray bottle Stir the salt into the vinegar to dissolve it, add dishwash and stir well. Pour the mixed solution into a spray bottle. On a sunny dry day, soak the weeds or plants you want to kill. Be…
The Facts About DCM (dilated cardiomyopathy)
DCM FAQ’S Q. What is the latest FDA update on DCM about? A. On July 12, 2018, the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) issued a brief stating that they were investigating recently reported cases of a type of heart disease known as dilated cardiomyopathy, or DCM. The brief noted that some dogs who had…
Guidelines for interacting with guide dogs
Guide dogs are usually working when we see them out and about. It is very important to abide by a few simple guidelines to keep the handler safe and the dog focused on the job at hand. Guide dogs are friendly by nature; your help is required to maintain their good manners. Please do not…
NZ’s horrible animal abuse record – we won’t forget
For a country with so many pets, working and farm animals and a reputation for being clean and green, our treatment, or mistreatment of animals does not meet expectations. Over 6500 animal abuse cases are reported every year. The SPCA release a list of shame each year containing examples of the worst of the worst….
BHA/BHT – Does ORIJEN contain BHA/BHT?
Champion’s ingredients and foods are never preserved with BHA/BHT or any other chemical preservative. Champion never adds BHA or BHT (or any other chemical preservative) to our pet foods or ingredients, and all ingredients and foods are preserved with our proprietary blend of vitamin E with botanical extracts. As BHA and BHT are typically present…
Human Grade Ingredients?
ARE ORIJEN and ACANA INGREDIENTS HUMAN GRADE? All of our local poultry, fish, red meat, eggs, fruits and vegetables are passed fit for human consumption by the Government of Canada before arriving at our kitchens fresh each day. Our poultry, fish, lamb and beef meals, fats and oils are produced only from animals passed fit…
Irradiation?
ARE ORIJEN & ACANA PRODUCTS IRRADIATED OR TREATED UPON ENTRY INTO NZ? NO. All our products are shipped directly from Canada to NZ then trucked direct to our facility in Whangarei where we are Biosecurity certified to unpacked it ourselves in-house. MAF do not require ORIJEN or ACANA products be irradiated or treated in anyway what-so-ever and are completely safe for your…
Animal Testing
ANIMAL TESTING? This is a question we’re asked a lot, and our position on animal testing is simple – we conduct only those tests in which we would allow our own companion dogs and cats to participate. If it’s not OK for our dogs and cats, THEN IT’S NOT OK FOR ANY OTHER CATS AND…
Help your pet survive fireworks.
With Guy Fawkes just around the corner, pet owners across the country are gearing up to help their pets get through the stress that firework filled celebrations often bring. Understand that the firework explosion that you hear is far more distressing to an animal. Fireworks emit sounds of up to 190 decibels (a full 110…
Remember them when they walk the rainbow bridge
It’s a fact, we will almost always outlive our pets. We all have different ways of remembering our them when they die. I’ve found an Invercargill business that can help us do exactly that. The products they offer are great and look awesome and the people running the business are fantastic to deal with. Have…