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In reply to the discussion: Now I am in that most difficult of places. [View all]SheltieLover
(57,073 posts)51. Do you have access to a Holistic Vet for consult?
Here is the website link. And they must complete regular vet school & be licensed to be listed here.
Adjuncts can make the difference, speaking from experience.
[link:https://www.ahvma.org/|
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While exercise makes the glucose temporarily go up, it ultimately helps to stabilize it.
milestogo
Apr 2020
#14
Sorry to hear this. I am in a similar situation only with one of my horses -- watching and
in2herbs
Apr 2020
#5
There is a link between diabetes glucose levels and hind leg weakness or muscle wasting in dogs...
Donkees
Apr 2020
#32
I'm still skimming through research and saw several sites recommend that Canine Diabetes Group...
Donkees
Apr 2020
#34
Thank you. I ordered a sling from Amazon this week and should get it today or tomorrow.
milestogo
Apr 2020
#38
I am happy that he's feeling stronger today. I hope that you will continue to make steady progress
Donkees
Apr 2020
#40
Joints rely upon muscles to support them, so he may be feeling some joint pain while his muscles are
Donkees
Apr 2020
#42
The oncologist gave him a B12 shot and they gave me another one to give him on Monday.
milestogo
Apr 2020
#39
Good to hear that he's feeling better, and that you have confidence in the new specialists...
Donkees
Apr 2020
#54
He has a team taking care of him, and you need to replenish your health reserves as well ...
Donkees
Apr 2020
#56
Looking through your older posts, you mentioned your dog stumbling, falling, and losing strength
Donkees
Apr 2020
#59
The stumbling in February was a one-time event which lasted less than 2 hours.
milestogo
Apr 2020
#60
She reminds me of a couple of vets I've come across that seemed all too quick to euthanize ...
Donkees
Apr 2020
#63
Many years ago my young dog developed a benign histiocytoma on his paw which regressed on its own...
Donkees
Apr 2020
#65