Holistic And Organix Pet Shoppe
  • Home "Welcome"
  • BOOKS AND COURSES
    • Complete Guide To Natural Health and Homemade Diet For Dogs >
      • Online Book Store
      • Testimonials for Book
      • Testimonial For Online Course
    • ONLINE COURSE for COMPLETE GUIDE TO NATURAL HEALTH AND HOMEMADE DIET FOR DOGS
  • Custom Supplemental Plan For Your Dog
  • CLEAN WATER and FILTERS
    • Drinking Water Contaminants
    • House Water Filters
    • How To Install A Low Budget Water Filter
    • Water And Pets
  • FAMILY PETS THAT CAN USE SOME HELP FINANCIALLY - If you would like to Donate
  • Shopping With Us
    • CBD OIL FOR PETS
    • Gift Certificates
    • ID Cards-In Case of Emergency
    • Award Certificates
    • Calendars
    • Custom Made Specialty Items
    • CUSTOM T-SHIRTS AND MERCHANDISE WEBSITE >
    • PAINTED PET PORTRAITS >
  • CANINE NUTRITION
    • Detoxing Your Pet
    • Diet For Canine Liver Disease
    • Pet Food Diets From Worst To Best
    • Picky Eaters-Do you have one?
    • Recommended Supplements For Your Dogs Diet >
      • Top Best Probiotics And Digestive Enzymes For Pets
      • Top Best Multivitamin for Dogs
    • Switching to Homemade Diets for Pets
    • The Incredible, Edible Egg Yolk
    • Thoughts About Detoxification
    • Vegetarian Feeding Of Dogs And Cats
    • Vitamins, Healthy Omega-3's and Antioxidants
    • Your Pets Health Begins in The Gut
  • RAW PET FOODS
    • Grass Fed Raw Pet Foods
    • Raw Pet Foods - Hare Today
    • Are You Afraid Of Feeding Raw Because Of Bacteria?
    • Bone Broth For Pets
    • Eggshells For Calcium
    • Food Safety and Raw Meat
    • Tips And Tricks On Freezing And Thawing Meats
    • Transitioning To A Raw Diet
    • Why Raw Diets Need Added Nutrients
    • Raw Diet for Diabetic Dogs >
      • Raw Meat Diet to Prevent Crystals in Dogs Urine
    • Feeding Raw-Step by Step-Prey Model
  • TESLA BIOHEALING
  • DOGGY MEDICAL and Tips
    • Addisons, Cushings, Hypothyroidism >
      • Canine Addison's Disease
      • CUSHING'S SYNDROME
      • Hypothyroidism in Dogs
      • Immune-Mediated Thrombocytopenia in Dogs
    • ALLERGIES >
      • Allergic Dermatitis
      • Common Dog Allergies
      • Ear Problems in Dogs
      • HEALING WITH COLOSTRUM
      • Hot Spots in Dogs
      • Natural Dog Candida Remedies
      • Special Section for Food Related Allergies
      • These Tests Could Save Your Pet's Life
      • Your Dog's Itchy Skin
    • Anal >
      • Anal Gland Issues in Dogs
      • Perianal Fistula in Dogs
    • Anxiety and Fears >
      • Bach Flower Essences, CBD Oil and Homeopathic for Fearful Pets
      • Calm Your Dog from Storms, Separation Anxiety, and Other Phobias
      • Do Not Give This To Your Fearful Pets
      • DOGS AND THUNDER
      • Stress and Anxiety in Dogs
    • Cancer >
      • Cancer Treatment and Prevention for Dogs
      • Cancer Fighting Supplements
      • Immune Builders For Cancer
      • Canine Brain Tumors
      • CBD OIL FOR PETS
      • Chemo Beads -The New Conventional Cancer Treatment For Dogs
      • Dog and Cat Cancer
      • Fucoidan
      • Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy For Pets
      • Top 10 Warning Signs of Cancer in Dogs and Cats
      • Why An Alkaline Approach Can Successfully Treat Cancer
      • Yunnan Baiyao or Yunnan Paiyao
    • Cognitive Dysfunction & Seizures >
      • Alzheimer's and Cognitive Dysfunction In Dogs
      • Doggy Alzheimer's Disease
      • Natural Remedies for Canine Cognitive Dysfunction (CCD)
      • Seizures -Treating Canine and Feline Disorders
      • What is Cognitive Dysfunction
    • Coughing >
      • Coughing in Dogs
      • Kennel Cough In Dogs
      • Tracheal Collapse: Coughing or Gagging In Dogs
    • Dental >
      • A Beneficial Mouth Cleanse For Pets With Gum Disease
      • Canine Dental Care
      • Filling You In On Dental Care
      • Holistic Toothpaste Recipe For Pets
      • How to Brush a Dog's Teeth
      • Systemic Effects of Canine Dental Problems
    • Diarrhea, HGE, Giardia >
      • Giardia In Pets
      • Hemorrhagic Gastroenteritis In Pets
      • Scoop On Da Poop
      • What to Do When Your Dog Gets Diarrhea
    • Digestive and GI Tract >
      • A Sign Your Dog Has Inflammatory Bowel Disease
      • Acid Reflux/GERD In Dogs & Cats
      • Bloat, GVD, and Colonic and Gastric Torsion
      • CARING FOR THE MEGAESOPHAGUS (ME) DOG
      • Colitis in Pets
      • Leaky Gut and Intestinal Hyperpermeability: The Differences
      • Leaky Gut Protocol
      • Slippery Elm Bark for Dogs
    • Ears and Nose >
      • Cleaning Dog Ears
      • Does Your Dog Have A Dry Crusty, Cracked Nose?
      • Dog Ear Mites
      • Ear Problems in Dogs
    • Eyes >
      • Extraocular Myositis In Dogs
      • Older Dogs and the Onset of Cataracts
      • Tear Staining
    • First Aid & Emergency >
      • First Aid for Dogs >
        • Heat Exhaustion in Dogs
        • Heat Stroke and Dehydration in Dogs
        • How to Remove the Skunk Smell from Dogs
        • Learn to Check Your Dog's Vitals
        • My Dog Ate Onions
        • Wellness Tests For Pets
        • Wound Care and Treatment for Dogs
        • Your Dog's Tongue
      • Bee Stings
      • Bromethalin: The Stealth Poison
      • Coccidioidomycosis also known as Valley Fever
      • Doggy First Aid Kit
      • Doing CPR On Your Pets
      • Fatal Thiamine Deficiency
    • Heart/Heartworm >
      • Diagnosing Heart Disease in Your Pet
      • Dogs With MDR1 Gene Mutation
      • Heart Disease: The Silent Pet Killer That You Can Avoid
      • Heart Failure in Dogs
      • Heartworms
      • Natural Remedies For Heart Disease In Pets
      • Protocol for Heartworm Treatment And Prevention
    • Kidney and Liver >
      • Does Your Pet Have Kidney Or Bladder Stones?
      • Dog Urine Assessment
      • Canine UTI Treatment Without Antibiotics
      • Causes of Kidney Problems in Dogs
      • End Stage Renal Disease in Dogs
      • Hydrangea Root For Kidney Stones and Bone Spurs
      • Kidney Disease In Dogs and Cats
      • Kidney Stones in Pets
      • Liver Problems In Dogs
      • Medications Linked to Kidney Failure in Dogs
      • SAMe: An Aid to Managing Liver Disease in Dogs and Cats > >
        • Liver Cleansing Diet and Milk Thistle
      • Treating Leaky Bladder in Dogs with Choline Supplementation
      • Uric Acid Bladder Stones In Dogs
    • Nails
    • Pancreatitis and EPI >
      • Pancreatitis In Dogs - The Natural Approach
      • Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency (Maldigestion Disorder) in Dogs
    • Demodex Mange
    • Lyme Disease in Dogs and Cats
    • Strokes and Vestibular Disease >
      • Strokes In Dogs
      • Vestibular Disease or Old Dog Disease
  • CANINE ARTHRITIS
    • Adequan For Dogs
    • CANINE ARTHRITIS AND JOINT WEBSITE >
    • NSAIDS-BEWARE Of The RISKS INVOLVED >
    • Steps To Take To Get Your Dog Moving
    • Wheelchairs, Braces and Splints >
  • FELINE NUTRITION
    • Raw feeding Options For Cats
  • KITTY MEDICAL And Tips
  • Vaccines
    • VACCINE PROTOCOL for Dogs
    • Feline Vaccine Protocol
    • Thimerosal In Vaccines >
      • A Holistic Approach To Vaccination For Cats
      • A Holistic Approach to Vaccination for Dogs
      • Pets Most Likely to Suffer from Vaccine Reactions
      • How Much Money are You Wasting on Pet Vaccines?
      • Science Troubled About Mercury In Vaccines
    • Rattlesnake Vaccines For Dogs
    • The Bordetella Vaccine
    • Preventing Parvo and Distemper Without Vaccination
    • Veterinary Uses of Nosodes: How Safe Are They?
    • Avoid Unnecessary Vaccines With Titer Testing
  • NATURAL SUPPLEMENTS
    • All NATURAL Remedies For Different Conditions
    • Apple Cider Vinegar for Dogs
    • CBD OIL FOR PETS
    • Coconut Oil For Dogs
    • Colloidal Silver And Gold
    • Diatomaceous Earth
    • Fulvic/Humic Acid for Pets
    • Kefir-The All Natural Probiotic
    • Willards Water
  • HEALING HERBS
  • LAWN CARE with FLEAS, TICKS and WEEDS
    • All Natural Flea and Tick Repellants
    • Alternative Solutions to Flea & Tick Repellents
    • Deadly Flea and Tick Medications
    • Diatomaceous Earth
    • EPA Alerts Pet Owners to Dangers of Flea/Tick Products
    • Lawn Care and Pets
    • Neem Oil: A Miracle Herb for Dogs
    • Protect Your Pets From Toxic Chemicals
    • Toxic Chemical Pesticides and Fertilizers
    • Warning: Bravecto and Nexgard
  • OVERALL HEALTH and HOW TOs
    • Are You Providing The Best Possible Healthy Life For Your Pet?
    • How To Install A Doggie Door and Buying The Correct Size
    • How to Give Homeopathic Remedies to your Pet
    • Steps For Better Health And Longer Life
    • Tips For Keeping Your Pet Healthy And Happy
  • Educational Videos by H.O.P.S.
  • PET LOSS
    • Personalized Pet Memorial Items
    • A Dog In Mourning
    • A Dogs Purpose
    • Aging Pets
    • Breaking the Power of Guilt
    • Five Tips for Preparing for the Death of a Pet
    • Helping Your Child Grieve the Loss of a Pet
    • In Memory Of
    • What To Do With Your Pet When You Pass Away?
    • When A Pet Dies
    • Saying Goodbye At Home
  • NEWLY ADOPTED Pets and RESCUE Groups
    • Adopting A Dog From The Shelter >
      • Rescue and Shelters
    • To All Animal Rescue Groups and Adopters for Shelter Pets; Please Read! >
      • Animal Rescues That Support Natural Alternative Treatments And Homemade Diets
  • Household SAFE Recommended Products
    • Cleaning Carpets Naturally
    • Cleaning Your Pet's Things
    • Eliminating Chemicals In Your Home
    • Safe All Natural Pet Shampoo and Conditioners
  • THE FACTS ABOUT PET FOODS
    • Corn In Pet Foods
    • Ever Wonder What Happens to Dead Animals
    • How The FDA Breaks The Law
    • KIBBLE KILLS
    • Legumes In Pet Foods
    • What's Really In Pet Foods
    • Why Most Manufactured Pet Foods Should Not Be Fed to Dogs & Cats
  • TOXIC INGREDIENTS IN PET FOODS AND SUPPLEMENTS
    • Inactive Ingredients To Avoid >
  • TOP WORST and BEST DOG FOODS
    • Top Most Used Ingredients In Pet Foods >
      • Top Best DRY DOG Food Brands
      • Top Best ORGANIC Dog Foods-USDA Certified
      • Top Best CANNED DOG Food Brands
      • Top Best RAW DOG Food Brands
      • Top BEST Dog Treats
      • Top Best Dog Treats from Countries outside of USA
    • TOP WORST DRY DOG Food Brands >
      • TOP WORST DRY DOG Food Brands - Page 2
      • Top WORST CANNED Dog Food Brands
      • Top Worst DOG Treats On The Market
      • UK-Top WORST DRY DOG Food Brands
      • Canada-Top Worst Dry Dog Food Brands
    • RECIPES FOR PETS
  • TOP WORST and BEST CAT FOODS
    • Top Worst Dry Cat Food Brands
    • Top WORST CANNED CAT Food Brands
    • Top Worst CAT Treats On The Market
    • Top Best DRY CAT Food Brands
    • Top Best CANNED CAT Food Brands
    • Top Best RAW CAT Food Brands
    • Top BEST CAT Treats
  • CAUTION and BEWARE ARTICLES
    • RECALLS, DEATH AND ILLNESS
    • Top Worst Vet Recommended
  • Veterinarians
    • Conventional Veterinarians Bashing Holistic Veterinarians
    • Does Your Veterinarian Care?
    • Finding The Right Veterinarian for Your Pets
    • Leaving Your Pet At The Vet
    • What to Expect and How to Select the Right Vet
    • Visits To The Vet - What you Should Bring Home With You
  • TRAINING TIPS
    • Bach Flower Essences, CBD Oil and Homeopathic for Fearful Pets >
      • Destructive Chewing
      • Resource Guarding
      • Terrific Twos - Learning to Interact with dogs
      • Training a Hyperactive Dog
      • Why Dogs Bark
    • Introducing a New Baby to a Dog
    • Safety Precautions When Walking Your Dog
    • Children Afraid Of Dogs
    • Why Are There So Many Dog Bites And Fights?
    • How To Introduce A New Dog
    • Potty Training For Indoor Dogs
    • Kenneling-May Be Causing Mental Illness in Dogs
  • Getting To Know Us
    • About Us
    • Contact Us Privately
    • My Top Favorite Things
    • Sign Up For FREE Newsletters
    • Testimonials for this website
    • Web Design and Business Needs
  • For Pet Parents
  • Other Information and Stories
Picture
​By  GermanShepardHealthProblemshere blogspot

Symmetrical Lupoid Onychodystrophy (SLO) is a painful condition causing dogs' nails to slough.

Dog nails aren't supposed to fall off, thought first-time dog owner Terrie Huberman some 18 months ago. That's when she first realized that finding one of her Pug-Poodle mix's nails on the floor of her Sherman Oaks, California, apartment wasn't an isolated incident.

It all started when, after coming in from a walk, Terrie picked up what would turn out to be the keratin shell from one of Bonzo's claws. At the time she thought it was something he'd tracked in from outside. Only later did she learn the shell was a telltale sign of Symmetrical Lupoid Onychodystrophy, SLO for short.

​SLO is an inflammation of the nail matrix where the nail is formed. The pattern of inflammation is similar to lupus, giving the condition its 'lupoid' designation. The inflammatory reaction at the nail matrix results in abnormal nail development and growth, resulting in compromised claws that lift, separate, and often fall off. Flare-ups are painful and many owners first notice a problem when the dog begins favoring or nursing an affected foot.

While SLO can affect all breeds of dogs, some vets report seeing far more cases among certain breeds. 'When I think of SLO, I think of German Shepherds, Miniature Schnauzers, Rottweilers, and Corgis,' says holistic veterinary practitioner Frank Bousaid, DVM, of Harmony Animal Wellness Center in Monroe, Washington. 'In the German Shepherd, it seems to be worse, with more toes involved, in males than females.' His experience supports further anecdotal evidence found online, which cites German Shepherd Dogs as being predisposed to the condition.
A dog's claw is made up of three distinct layers. The visible outer portion that must be routinely trimmed is hard, dead material. The innermost layer - the 'quick' - is comprised of nerves and the blood supply; this is what bleeds when the nail is trimmed too short. Initial nail growth occurs at the root, located deep in the toe. In dogs with SLO, damage takes place at the root level about three to four months before the nail becomes visible. When affected nails emerge, they are misshapen and can also be hollow, soft or brittle, or discolored.

Onset is typically acute, with one or two claws initially being affected. 'One ( of the hallmarks of SLO is multiple claw lesions,' says Alexander Werner, VMD, Diplomate of the American College of Dermatology. 'If I had a case that came in with a single digit where the claw was abnormal, Lupoid Onychodystrophy would not be high on my list. SLO by definition affects multiple nails.'
Picture
Both vets agree the condition is relatively rare. As a veterinary dermatologist, Dr. Werner estimates he treats fewer than 10 patients per year.

DIAGNOSIS 

Achieving a definitive diagnosis can be tricky because it requires a biopsy of the nail matrix, which must be accomplished by removing a piece of the third phalanx - the last part of the toe. This surgical procedure, much like a de-clawing of a cat, has a painful recovery and results in a malformation of any nail growth that follows (since the nail matrix has been surgically altered). For owners looking for an absolute diagnosis, dogs with affected dew claws are considered the best candidates for biopsy.

Due to the highly invasive nature of the biopsv, vets often make an initial diagnosis based on the characteristics of the disease, or, because treatment is well tolerated by most dogs, many vets will begin treatment on the suspicion of SLO? watching for signs of improvement.
TREATMENT 

Both traditional and holistic practitioners agree on the core treatment protocol for SLO. High-dose essential fatty acids (EFAs), specifically omega-3 and omega-6, along with a generally well-tolerated antibiotic such as tetracycline or doxycycline is the most common approach. Antibiotics are used to try to save affected nails while preventing nail bed infections, which can get into the bone and lead to the loss of the toe. Nail bed infections also affect circulation to the feet. EFAs are used for their anti inflammatory properties.

'In SLO, there is an unexplained inflammatory process that is happening at the cuticle level,' explains Dr. Bousaid. 'There's an infiltrate of inflammatory P cells into the nail bed. That's the immune-mediated part; this huge attack by the immune system on the nail bed. Omega-3s and omega-6s act as an anti inflammatory to help calm down the overactivity.'

When it comes to EFAs, Dr. Bousaid strongly recommends salmon oil dispensed in free-fluid form rather than proceSvSed and encapsulated for convenience. 'I like salmon oil specifically; I think it's the gold standard of fish oils in dogs,' he says, noting that salmon oil has an ideal ratio of omega-3 to omega-6 for dogs. He recommends clients stay away from cod liver oil, which is frequently manufactured in China and can be months or years old by the time it's purchased and consumed in the U.S. He does not recommend the use of flaxseed oil, which is often popular with vegetarian clients looking to avoid animal products. He cautions that Omega-3s and omega-6s from non-animal sources such as flaxseed oil are poorly utilized by dogs.

In addition to antibiotics and high dose fatty acids, Dr. Bousaid also W incorporates vitamin B (specifically niacinamide, not niacin or nicotinic acid), vitamin E, and plain gelatin.
​'Vitamin B serves as a natural free radical scavenger for anything that's collagen based - skin, nails, etc.,' he says. 'It has to do with the development of the dermal layer and aids in the foundational structure of the nail. I use vitamin B for its nail-strengthening properties. It aids in the development of the nail matrix that will harden and become part of the nail. Vitamin E also helps the nail matrix, playing a role in healthy nail formation.' It's believed that the fatty acids and vitamins work in tandem. Fatty acids help reduce inflammation and vitamins B and E serve as tools to help rebuild the nail.

LONG-TERM CHALLENGE 

One challenge with treatment is that much of the disease activity takes place before nail growth is even visible. Additionally, the disease is often cyclical, so many vets opt for lengthy treatment plans.

'I usually follow a treatment protocol of four to eight weeks,' says Dr. Werner. 'The four weeks is just to make sure things are going well and to see that we're starting to get some good regrowth of lost nails and no additional nail loss. At eight weeks we'll get a sense of how well the nails are doing. This disease can wax and wane and I want to make sure we're not in a waning phase before I withdraw a drug that might be helpful. Because the therapy is so well tolerated, inexpensive, and benign for long-term use, I usually go six months before thinking of changing the therapy.'

Many vets, especially those who rarely encounter cases of SLO, will prescribe a steroid such as prednisone in an attempt to reduce inflammation. Both Dr. Werner and Dr. Bousaid consider this ill-advised, noting the host of secondary problems that can arise from steroid use.

'In situations where a vet has prescribed steroids to treat suspected or confirmed SLO, a referral to an animal dermatologist is very important,' says Dr. Werner. 'One of the reasons people see dermatologists is to get dogs off steroids for skin conditions. I think steroids are overkill; you may produce a lot of systemic problems by using a potent medication that may or may not be necessary. I think it's pulling out a big gun when you need a sharp shooter.' Steroid use can result in increased thirst, appetite, weight gain, and muscle loss, and can have negative effects on the liver.

'In extreme cases, short-term steroid use may be needed, but given a choice, it's best to use something else,' cautions Dr. Werner.
PROGNOSIS 

While not curable, most dogs tolerate treatment well and once it stimulates new nail growth, antibiotics can often be eliminated from a maintenance regimen of EFAs and vitamins, when flare-ups occur, booties or restricted activity are recommended to help protect the affected claws. Many patients report success with bathing the feet in a saline or diluted antiseptic solution after walks.

'I don't think it's curable, but it's controllable and most dogs do very well,' says Dr. Werner.

Such is the case with Bonzo. One year into treatment, the veterinarian successfully dropped antibiotics from Bonzo's treatment plan; Terrie continues to give Bonzo EFAs and vitamin E daily. An energetic bundle of youthful energy, his quality of life remains unaffected, except for occasional flare-ups, which fortunately are nowhere near as involved as the initial presentation of the disease.

'His nails are looking much better,' she says. 'The SLO is totally manageable now. When he has a flare-up, mostly in the summer, we avoid going hiking. I feel like it has stabilized, and I am not nearly as panicked about it.'
Shop Raw Pet Food at RawPawsPetFood.com
​RELATED ARTICLE: What you can do ...

* Teach your dog to calmly accept foot and nail handling so you can routinely examine his nails.

* Talk to your groomer. Groomers are often the first ones to notice nail abnormalities.

* Watch for excessive foot-licking and chewing; make an appointment with your vet if you see this.

* If your dog has SLO, try to have him seen by (or have your vet consult with) a veterinary dermatologist.

RELATED ARTICLE: ANOTHER OPTION

Pentoxifylline, brand name Trental, has been used in Western medicine with some success to help treat dogs with SLO. According to Dr. Bousaid, the drug was originally being looked at to treat cases of Ear Margin Necrosis, due to its ability to increase tissue vascularity. It is not yet licensed for use in animals, but is licensed for human use to treat peripheral artery disease. The drug helps increase blood flow by decreasing its viscosity. Because both vitamin B and Trental increase blood flow, they should not be given together. Common side effects include nausea, and with no available generic, the drug can be costly when dosed for larger animals.

RELATED ARTICLE: A CASE HISTORY OF SLO FROM A WDJ SUBSCRIBER

I adopted my greyhounds, Cleo and Ramses, from Personalized Greyhounds in Camp Hill, Pennsylvania on April 11, 2009.

In May of 2009 Ramses was running in the backyard and tore one of his toenails off in the grass. The quick was exposed and it was bleeding profusely. The vet sedated him and then trimmed and wrapped his foot and prescribed an antibiotic. After several months the nail cap began to grow back, but as soon as it did it was scaly and immediately sloughed off The quick was no longer raw so it didn't bother him.
​Everything was good until December 2010; Ramses had just turned 6. While getting his toenails clipped at the vet's he yelped and jumped off the table when the vet tech was beginning to clip a nail. He was bleeding and the vet was called in to take a look. The nail cap was standing up; it had split up the underside of the nail. She clipped it off and bandaged his foot. That started a downward spiral which for several months required a lot of vet visits. Right away Ramses started getting loose nail caps; they would split up the back and hang by a 'thread' on the top of the foot. This made walking painful so he was bandaged most of the time. He lost all the nails on that foot.

I emailed Peggy Levin, the president of Personalized Greyhounds, to ask her if she had ever had this problem with other 'greyts.' She told me about SLO; I immediately contacted my vet. Ramses by this time had started to lose nails on his other front foot. We began a treatment plan for him. Aller G-3 capsules: 2 caps 2x/day. Niacinamide 500mg: 1 tablet 3x/day. Vitamin E 400 I.U.: 1 cap 2x/day. Doxycycline 200mg: 2x/day.

We started this regimen in January 2011. Eventually Ramses lost all of his nail caps. During this period as the nails were becoming loose and falling off he experienced a lot of pain. He received Tramadol HCL 50 mg: 1.5 tabs 2x/day. His feet were bandaged when the quick was raw and bleeding. After a month Ramses could not tolerate the antibiotic. He had loose stool, vomiting, and loss of appetite. The vet took him off of doxycycline and administered a Covenia injection. Ramses immediately perked up and began eating again.
Picture
​By the end of April all of the nail caps were gone but now he started to lick his feet and if they weren't bandaged he would lick them raw. The vet suggested laser therapy - 6 treatments every 2 days - and 1 percent silver sulfadiazine cream on the raw spots and bandages. After two laser treatments the feet began to show improvement. He still insisted on licking so I bought baby socks with grippers on the bottoms. I put these on his feet and hold them in place with adhesive tape. The laser treatments did wonders. All the hair grew back and the sore spots healed.

Ramses now has nail caps on all of his nails. They are thin, scaly and deformed, but they are there. He can now walk a complete circuit around our neighborhood and is a happy boy. We discontinued the antibiotic injections in June and he remains on the Aller G-3, niacinamide, and vitamin E. He wears socks all the time; when it is wet outside I cover his socks with Glad Press n Seal.

This is a painful problem and the cure is long. I will probably keep socks on Ramses for the remainder of his life. He will take the meds forever, too. - Pam Mowrey, Waynesboro, PA.

Freelance writer and avid agility competitor Stephanie Colman has been training dogs in Los Angeles for 10 years.

Picture
Picture
**Holistic and Organix Pet Shoppe is intended for informational, educational and entertainment purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Do not attempt to self-diagnose or treat any health condition. You should always consult with a healthcare professional before starting any diet, exercise or supplementation program, before taking any medication, or if you have or suspect your pet might have a health problem. The opinions expressed by Holistic and Organix Pet Shoppe are not to be replaced for medical care. This website and the information contained herein have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. The information and opinions on Holistic and Organix Pet Shoppe are not intended and cannot be used to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. This applies to people and pets!

​Views expressed here in some articles do not necessarily reflect those of Holistic And Organix Pet Shoppe. 

All images/articles are either part of the public domain or owned and © by the respective holders. They are presented here for educational purposes within the “fair use” terms of US Code: Title 17, Sec. 107. However, if you are the artist/writer responsible for an image/article that I have posted and object to its presence on this site, please contact me and I will remove it immediately.

If you see an article that is copyright by Holistic and Organix Pet Shoppe and you would like to share it or post on your own site, feel FREE to as long as it has my link to my website and that it is copyrighted material by me. I DO NOT MIND SHARING HELPFUL INFORMATION TO HELP OUR PETS ANY WAY POSSIBLE. I am not stingy with my content like others I have seen. I am here to help the animals!
​
This site has some affiliate links that will redirect you to their site. I receive small commissions from these affiliates for sales that may occur. This is to help keep our website going. Thank you!
Picture
Picture

 I am only an everyday person sharing my experiences and knowledge with others. My dogs are all rescues and came with some medical issues. As our dogs age, no matter what we do right, there is always a medical issue that will arise, so being proactive instead of reactive is your best line of defense. You will also have the knowledge to make better decisions and can handle tackling a problem. Learning is our best line of defense. ​
website security
Picture
Picture
Picture
Picture
Picture
Picture
Facebook is removing thousands, maybe millions of accounts if they don't like anything about them now. I had a page for HOPS on Facebook but I lost it when they deleted my account as well. Over 10,000 followers..gone just like that. We are looking for a permanent social media site. We are on Facebook again but it isn't monitored daily. 
Also watch out for a lot of scams going on especially on Facebook, especially so called Drs from Nigeria claiming to help you
or your pets. A Dr named Dr Gbojie natural cure on FB is a scammer. Things are bad right now so just be aware! 

Heartworm Treatment Protocol

Heart Disease Treatment

Leaky Gut Protocol

​​Raw Pet Foods

Contact Us

About Us

Books & Online Courses

Water Filters

Painted Pet Portraits

Canine Arthritis & Joint 

​Custom Supplement Plans

Cancer Prevention/Treatment

Cancer Support Group
Picture
Picture
Picture

​​Designed By Paw Prints Web Design

Holistic and Organix Pet Shoppe © 2012-2023  All Rights Reserved ​