While there are many things you can do to help prevent or delay your dog from developing osteoarthritis later in life ensuring they are eating a well-balanced diet is one of the main modes of prevention. A nutritious diet fed consistently throughout your dog’s life may encourage osteoarthritis delay or prevention because diet not only …
Arthritis is the swelling and inflammation of your dog’s joints which can cause swelling, stiffness, and pain. There are different types of arthritis that dogs can acquire, let’s look at four of them. Four types of arthritis in dogs 1. Osteoarthritis Osteoarthritis also known as degenerative joint disease (DJD) is by far the most common …
In human medicine, the gut is known as the ‘second brain’ so it is no wonder that it has tremendous effects on many pathophysiologies throughout the entire body, this also rings true for dogs. Recent research in both human and veterinary medicine shows that bacteria found in the microbiome may be useful for predicting the …
Chronic pancreatitis is a life-threatening disease that if not treated properly can cause significant issues. Many times people are aware that they should feed low-fat food but forget about finding a good treat for their dogs. Keep reading to learn about 8 healthy and natural low-fat treats that are safe for dogs with chronic pancreatitis …
Pancreatitis in dogs is a serious issue one that is never to be taken lightly as it can have life-altering effects. One of the main ways to keep your pet safe is to ensure you aren’t feeding them the wrong things. Let’s look at 8 things you can do to help prevent your dog from …
As a mom of a fur baby that suffers from pancreatitis, I know all too well the struggle of trying to find a food that they like but won’t wreak havoc on their digestive systems or your wallet! Feeding dogs with pancreatitis can prove to be tricky. So, I set out to find a couple …
Updated 2/2023 As a veterinarian with a dog that has pancreatitis, I understand the need to know how to properly comfort your dog with pancreatitis. The main four goals of comforting your dog with pancreatitis are: Keep reading for 10 easy tips to keeping your dog comfortable if they have pancreatitis. Some aspects of treating …
I searched through the treats at a local Petco in search of treats for my little guy with pancreatitis and chose the best ones that I could find The scale takes into account added salts, unnatural preservatives, and fat content. I rated the treats on a scale from 5-20, with 20 being the best treat …
I have one dog (Chi-Chi) that suffers from pancreatitis and another (Cha-Cha) that suffers from occasional IBS. Talk about a sore stomach! As a pet parent, I want to ensure my dogs are eating foods that will not aggravate their sensitive stomachs and since I have two dogs with gastrointestinal issues, I have to be …
Yes, ferrets can get pancreatitis and it turns out it may be a bit more common than most vets thought! Infectious, inflammatory and endocrine diseases such as inflammatory bowel disease, parasitic infection, diarrhea or insulinoma are commonly diagnosed in ferrets, but somehow pancreatitis seems to remain overlooked in many cases. Although in the past scientist …
