<![CDATA[Kramer's Salve Hot Spot, Itch Remedy for Dogs - Kramer's Blog]]>Tue, 13 Aug 2024 11:21:32 -0700Weebly<![CDATA[Treatments for Pet Dementia]]>Sun, 22 Mar 2015 23:11:22 GMThttp://www.kramersalve.net/kramers-blog/treatments-for-pet-dementiaThere is a wonderful article on pet dementia by By Dr. Cynthia Maro For The Times 

"When testing does not show treatable medical problems, conventional veterinary medicine offers drug therapy, such as anipryl for treatment of cognitive dysfunction. Though anipryl has offered improvement for some pets, in my experience, the best treatments for aging brains in pets have included corrections of nutritional deficiencies, especially mineral imbalances. In addition, proper hydration, improved levels of Omega-3 fatty acids, reduction of cereal grains and sugars in the diet, and elimination of heavy metals from the central nervous system can bring pets back to a better level of awareness."

http://www.timesonline.com/pets/dr_maro/treatments-available-for-confused-cats-and-demented-dogs/article_b8a74bc8-ce4f-11e4-99f0-6f0c624b443d.html/?REFER-MI=Dr.%20Cynthia%20Maro]]><![CDATA[Dogs serve as ball boys for tennis match]]>Fri, 09 Jan 2015 04:17:43 GMThttp://www.kramersalve.net/kramers-blog/dogs-serve-as-ball-boys-for-tennis-matchCan you say tooo cute????
]]><![CDATA[How to read your pet's blood work]]>Tue, 06 Jan 2015 01:25:03 GMThttp://www.kramersalve.net/kramers-blog/how-to-read-your-pets-blood-workSo you went to the vet for 'blood work" so what does all those numbers mean??

Kidney function
BUN is a common test of kidney function. Unfortunately, it’s also affected by other factors

Creatinine is a much more sensitive test of kidney dysfunction. Even small elevations of this enzyme can indicate significant kidney problems

Urinalysis
Many different pieces of information can be derived from a urinalysis. One of the most important deals with kidney function – it’s called the urine specific gravity.  If kidney function deteriorates, they are less able to produce dilute or concentrated urine, resulting in an abnormal specific gravity.

Liver function
The best test for diagnosing liver disease is the ALT (alanine transaminase) test (formerly called SGPT).

NOTE: normal may not be normal for your pet.  While vets are trained and most are very contentious, never hesitate to ask questions
]]><![CDATA[5 Tips for choosing a GREAT VET]]>Sun, 15 Jun 2014 18:57:30 GMThttp://www.kramersalve.net/kramers-blog/5-tips-for-choosing-a-great-vet
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One of the most difficult things one encounters as a pet parent is finding a good vet.
I have personally found that as my pets age this becomes even more important.

Pet healthcare has become just as confusing as the human model with its corporate owed vet practices and expensive technology.

Here is what i found works.

  •  If at all possible look for a practice that is owned by a vet on staff.  Corporate owned practices do not give flexibility to their employees to put pet before profit.  It is also difficult to create a relationship with a vet since as employees they come and go.

  • It’s very important that the pet feel comfortable with the vet.   While no pet loves the trip to the vet and will protest, there are instances where its more than this.  Trust your pet.

  • The vet is willing to revisit a diagnosis and is not afraid to admit not being sure.

  • Is open minded to holistic and alternative therapies.

  • Does not prescribe the latest and greatest tests and or drug just because it exists.

]]><![CDATA[Titer Testing for Pets]]>Mon, 12 May 2014 00:53:15 GMThttp://www.kramersalve.net/kramers-blog/titer-testing-for-pets6 Things Every Pet Parent Should Know
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