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My dr. suggested only non-impact cardio, bike was ok. Elliptical sets my PF off as does the stairmaster. Colleen

My dr. suggested only non-impact cardio, bike was ok. Elliptical sets my PF off as does the stairmaster. Colleen

> I also >told him dogs that are confined that way and not let out to >play can get kennel cough. Especially big dogs like that need >to get out and play a lot. Kennel cough is transmitted from other dogs. It usually runs rampant in kennels, hence the term kennel cough. But they can't get...

6 meals about 1500-1800 calories Colleen

I don't have any kitty advice, but I have many ((HUGS)) to send! Sending you good vibes and healing thoughts, too. Whenever I am not sure what decision to make for my pets, I ask my vt what she would do if it was her pet. Colleen

I've had it going on 2 years now. My next step is surgery which I am procrastinating. I have custom orthotics that I wear in my tennis shoes and dress shoes. I have tried NSAIDS, stretching, ice, a night splint and 3 cortisone shots. Nothing has helped. I am on my feet quite a bit not...

Yikes, poor Gizmo! He's lucky he found you. Gabby's littermate had an injured ACL which they weren't sure was torn or not at about 12 weeks and she did heal without surgery. BUT the owner kept her activity totally restricted for several weeks. Colleen

There is a really good website. It might be just www.heelspurs.com but I can't recall. I have PF and it has a lot of info on both conditions. Colleen

Wow, that's great news! He looks like he is having a blast in your avatar!! Colleen

I've been doing it for 4 almost 5 years and love it. Colleen

\ Most of us try very hard to provide >appropriate answers so that owners can make the proper >decisions. I have never considered what I do to be >"guessing". I'm sorry that so many of you feel that way. >Perhaps you just haven't found the right veterinarian yet! I agree...

RE: Q >My vet didn't say anything other than it was my decision. >I'm really leaning toward not getting the Xrays done. He said >if it was cancer there was nothing I could do, & he also said >it could be nothing at all. I'd have to leave her at the >vet's at least for a morning to get...

Your dog was probably given Deramaxx. I would highly recommend the the yahoogroups for canine cancer. I think their is one specifically for liver cancer. My friend's rescue Dobe had liver cancer and they have some terrific information that can keep you boy feeling better and possibly live...

Not all boarding kennels are like that. You might also try hiring a pet sitter to watch her at the house. Colleen

K9Advantix worries me. I've seen too many dogs have a reaction. I've used Frontline Plus for years and never had any issues. Colleen

Prayers said and hugs sent. COlleen

Extra lean ground turkey turkey breasts lean pork chops extra lean ground beef lean cuts of steak Cottage Cheese Egg whites Colleen

Not all dogs are "dog friendly" or dog park friendly. It may be a workable situation and may not be. Until you know for sure, please do not give her the opportunity to be off leash around other dogs. If she is redirecting onto you, this is serious. I would go to www.apdt.com and find a...

There are wonderful meds you can give her if it is "just pain." Please take her to the vet asap. I have a 14 yr old lab mix with arthritis. She gets Metacam and Tramadol and runs around like a puppy on occasion now. And she gets around so much easier. Colleen

4 dogs: 2 Vizslas: http://pic20.picturetrail.com/VOL1196/4106539/8683284/150007155.jpg 1 Doberman: And 1 lab: Colleen