Category Archives: Cat Health Topics

L-Lysine… Must Have for Feline Herpes

Posted on March 25, 2013 by KellyB

Do you have any suggestions for an L-Lysine supplement for my cat.  I buy it in pills that I have to crush and it’s not very convenient to use.  Thanks.     -Sam- L-Lysine (an amino acid) is a commonly … Continue reading →

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Feeding Convalescing Pets…

Posted on March 17, 2013 by KellyB

I’ve received several questions recently regarding ideas on what to give a dog or cat when they are sick and refusing to eat or drink to keep them hydrated and to provide enough nutrition…   NOTE:  It is very important … Continue reading →

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Rabies Titer Test Results…

Posted on March 6, 2013 by KellyB

I get questions regarding TITER TESTING fairly often, so I wanted to share my nearly 16 year old indoor only cat’s recent Titer test results for Rabies.  Toby is VERY much protected from rabies!  I have been titer testing Toby for Rabies … Continue reading →

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Salve on Kitty’s Bottom >^..^<

Posted on February 12, 2013 by KellyB

Would you ever consider using Bag Balm instead of a Calendula Salve (prescribed and prepared by a holistic veterinarian) on a kitty’s inflamed and irritated bottom (rectum)?       -Email Question- The Calendula salve prepared by your holistic veterinarian sounds like a great idea … Continue reading →

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Feline Injection Site Sarcoma :-(

Posted on January 18, 2013 by KellyB

I have a 13 year old female cat who has never had any real medical issues her whole life, who now has Fibrosarcoma in her rear right leg due to a 3yr rabies vaccine she received  this past summer.  The … Continue reading →

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Cat’s Joint Stiffness & Cosequin?

Posted on December 19, 2012 by KellyB

Hi Kelly,    I have a 10 year old cat and I noticed she seems to have a little stiffness when she first gets up.  Was wondering if cats are able to take Cosequin or a similar product?   Or is there another … Continue reading →

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Keep Fluffy & Fido’s Teeth Clean…

Posted on November 28, 2012 by KellyB

Hi Kelly,    What do you suggest for cleaning my dog and cat’s teeth?  Neither of them will let me brush their teeth!  -Karen McDonnell- Hey Karen…  Great question.  Brushing your pets’ teeth with a tooth brush, finger brush or even a … Continue reading →

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Dr. Andrew Jones, DVM…

Posted on November 18, 2012 by KellyB

Hi Kelly… Are you familiar with Dr. Andrew Jones, DVM, the “Internet Vet” from Canada? He sells a nutritional supplement, and I would be very interested in getting your opinion on it. Here are the links to the products: www.thedogsupplement.com and … Continue reading →

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Detoxifying Your Dog’s Liver

Posted on September 22, 2012 by KellyB

A little while back in one of your blog posts you mentioned something about a detoxifier.  Since my dog has been on antibiotics, steroids, and recently a flea preventative (!!!) I really would like to give her something to detoxify … Continue reading →

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Favorite Books…

Posted on July 25, 2012 by KellyB

Hey Kelly, Just wondering if you have any suggestions for books on holistic pet care, diet, supplements, etc.   I have two general books, but figured you’d have some ideas.  I have two dogs, two cats and a lop eared … Continue reading →

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Acupuncture for Cats & Dogs

Posted on June 22, 2012 by KellyB

I was pleasantly reminded just how effective acupuncture can be, particularly for pain and arthritis (in pets and people).   I recently posted on joint support for senior pets in response to a readers question and the timing could not have been more … Continue reading →

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Joint Support for Senior Dogs (& Cats)

Posted on June 3, 2012 by KellyB

(Question)  “I was wondering what your recommendation would be for a hip/joint supplement for Cassie. She’s 13 1/2 and so far has not been on anything extra for senior dogs/arthritis/etc. I have noticed that is seems more difficult for her … Continue reading →

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“Wholistic” Approach to Pet Health Workshop

Posted on May 6, 2012 by KellyB

Southtown’s Dog Training Club hosted me on Sunday, April 29th 1:00-3:00 at the club’s facility in the Village of Hamburg for my “Wholistic” Approach to Pet Health Workshop.  Ironically, Gus and I had our first training experiences (over 11 years ago) … Continue reading →

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Kitty has a Urinary Tract Obstruction…

Posted on April 22, 2012 by KellyB

I decided to post on Feline Urinary Tract Obstructions because I’ve had two people reach out to me regarding obstructions within one week! I’ll take that as a sign from “the Universe” that this is an opportunity to help other cat … Continue reading →

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Is Your Pet’s Dry Food as Good as You Think?

Posted on April 21, 2012 by KellyB

Don’t be fooled into thinking a pet food is high quality and natural just because it’s owned by a multi-million dollar company or because there are exciting and colorful television commercials tauting the products as “natural.” Certified Organic Products Display this … Continue reading →

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Titer Test before you Vaccinate…

Posted on April 20, 2012 by KellyB

Are We Over-Vaccinating Our Pets? I want to state, for the record, that I am not opposed to vaccinating my pets, rather the practice of over vaccinating is what I have a problem with. When you start to dig in … Continue reading →

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