Question
Daisy
Here is a little background on my 11 month old American Bulldog, Daisy. My husband and I got Daisy when she was 3 months old from a breeder in Mira Loma, CA. She didnt have papers(probably our first mistake!) but we fell in love! when she was 4 months old her front right paw swelled up, then her front left paw did and eventually all her paws were massive swollen. After numerious vets looked at her, we were sent to a specialist where she was diagnosed with HOD. (a joint disease that can affect large breed dog) she stayed there a week recieving 2 hyperbaric chamber treaments per day. she came home and fully recovered from the HOD. but is left with a torn ACL tendon in her back left knee. after her knee was tapped numerous time we were told she was going to need knee surgery know and again in a year. we finally said NO! after spending just over $8000 and saving our girl from death we just dont want to put her thru anymore surgery! so she takes a dose of Metacam every morning and seems to be doing ok. but the enevitable has happened and now her right back knee is becoming weak and she is having trouble with it. Since she isnt a year old yet and already weighs 105lbs, we know she is bound to have more problems in the future. I would love to hear about some surgery alternatives for our girl and also to see if this is something that happens often with this breed.
thanks for reading my story!
AnswerWow - POOR Daisy and POOR you! Yes, the HOD disease is common in dogs that are large and grow too fast. That's why many companies now make a LARGE breed pup food. ( it is lower than the regular pup food to slow the growth a bit)
Sorry you all have had this happen.
YES - I can refer you to some Turmeric herbs and NuVET/NuJOINT supplements - you may be able to take less of the Pain medications in the future.
Here are my suggestions:
**** ACL surgery alternatives: bulldogs and more :
Ester C (2) of 250 mg ( only 2 per day - long term ) ( Always) - 2 because she is very large
*get the Ester C as it is easy on the belly - hide in cheese or small bite of hot dog...
YOU can get this at any Walgreens and CVS ( just make sure it is ESTER C )
NuVET Plus wafer - 2 per day ( large dog size dosage ) / very long term : helps to heal and protects, too.
GREAT for hips, joints, skin, ....all body's systems.
Helps to reduce inflammation and heals - helps to fight off arthritis in injured areas.
Call 1-800-474-7044 ( M-F 8-4) Tell them Pet Nurse Marie sent you for the NuVET.
It is about .68 cents per Wafer for the NuVET
YOU are looking for a 90 count bottle of NuVET - ( 55.00)
Make sure when you call in you ask for the 15% off Discount program.
Discount code 81098
NuJOINT Plus - This is a must for ACL repair and reduction of inflammation...HELPS to heal and helps the joints to begin repairing ..... Helps also to Avoid Arthritis in all joints and injured areas, too.
YOU will need 5 per day for at least 3 months and then you may be able to drop down to 4 per day.
YOU will need this NuJOINT plus for a lifetime.
*call phone number above : Tell them you want the 60 day MONEY back trial offer on NuVET and NUJOINT...
All natural and no risk to try it.
here is the web site but PLEASE call in the first order:
1-800-474-7044
http://www.nuvet.com/81098
Please give me a follow up report in about 30 days.
YOU will see results in less than 2 weeks with the NuVET and NuJOINT.
The Ester C also aides in Healing... very safe - you can get Ester C at any Walmart in the vitamin area of the pharmacy.
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How to Use Turmeric for Arthritis in Dogs or to "Reduce Inflammation"
Turmeric
Turmeric is an herb that has anti-inflammatory properties. Often used in cooking, turmeric's effectiveness is said to be comparable to cortisone in helping ease the pain of arthritis.
see turmeric canine products here:
http://www.petnutri.com/herb440/turmeric.html
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You can call me at my home 1-803-424-2312 ( eastern standard time zone)
Marie Peppers / Ask the VET Nurse
mtnmom@gci.net
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