Atopica - Your Opinions Please! - Exclusively Setters2024-03-28T18:52:19Zhttp://irishsetters.ning.com/forum/topics/atopica-your-opinions-please?commentId=865021%3AComment%3A1136556&x=1&feed=yes&xn_auth=noSo pleased Susan there has be…tag:irishsetters.ning.com,2014-04-06:865021:Comment:11365562014-04-06T08:58:29.599ZDianne cookhttp://irishsetters.ning.com/profile/Diannecook
So pleased Susan there has been an improvement, even if small :0) I think of Hobson often and pray he will be here for many more years. I have introduced turmeric, extra Virgin organic coconut oil with fresh cracked pepper for Shelby's cancer. And turmeric, micronised linseed oil and cracked pepper for our cruciate surgery furbaby and our daughters bi-lateral elbow Displasia Newfoundland.....we have seen definite improvements. And finally I have found good suppliers of quality oils and turmeric…
So pleased Susan there has been an improvement, even if small :0) I think of Hobson often and pray he will be here for many more years. I have introduced turmeric, extra Virgin organic coconut oil with fresh cracked pepper for Shelby's cancer. And turmeric, micronised linseed oil and cracked pepper for our cruciate surgery furbaby and our daughters bi-lateral elbow Displasia Newfoundland.....we have seen definite improvements. And finally I have found good suppliers of quality oils and turmeric here in Australia :o). Take care Susan love to you and your furbabies...stay strong.xxx We went back to the vet and h…tag:irishsetters.ning.com,2014-04-06:865021:Comment:11365552014-04-06T04:35:51.747ZFinding_Beauhttp://irishsetters.ning.com/profile/HammerBeau
<p>We went back to the vet and he understood my concerns about the Atopica. He had grave concerns that Hobson was going to die which is why he prescribed Atopica as a last resort. Since Hobson suffered GDV on 18 August 2009 I have never been so frightened of losing him. The fear and worry when Hobson suffered GDV only lasted 24-36 hours because Hobson recovered amazingly from the surgery. This time the fear and worry has continued for 2 very long weeks.</p>
<p>Hobson has surprised the vet…</p>
<p>We went back to the vet and he understood my concerns about the Atopica. He had grave concerns that Hobson was going to die which is why he prescribed Atopica as a last resort. Since Hobson suffered GDV on 18 August 2009 I have never been so frightened of losing him. The fear and worry when Hobson suffered GDV only lasted 24-36 hours because Hobson recovered amazingly from the surgery. This time the fear and worry has continued for 2 very long weeks.</p>
<p>Hobson has surprised the vet because his grossly enlarged kidney has even reduced a little which he did not expect. Hobson’s temperature remains normal. His appetite has almost returned to normal. Unfortunately he has lost a little more weight.</p>
<p>Hobson’s major health problem now is that the bad yeast has overtaken his entire body and his immune system is so low he cannot cope with any type of detoxification, e.g. any type of probiotic. <em>Hobson’s only hope now is that he will defy the odds and his immune system will recover.</em> Just before Hobson became ill, I introduced Organic Turmeric into his diet to help him with internal inflammation as well as pain and inflammation from his muscu-skeletal injuries. After Hobson became ill I decided to also introduce Organic Rosehips into his diet.(I have seen the positive results of Rosehips with my horses for 10+ years). I am also giving Hobson daily Bovine Colostrum and Ester C to boost his immune system.</p>
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<p>This is a photo of Hobson and Misty on the evening after we returned home from the vet. Misty is driving me nuts and I am driving her nuts! Hobson knows how much he is loved by both of us girls!</p>
<p>Thank you for caring about my precious English Setter boy, Hobson. I will let you know if these herbs help Hobson. One has to be very careful with herbs or any natural product because if the right herb or combination or natural product is not chosen this can harm your dogs as much as the side effects of drugs. I have finally found a vet who is prepared to support me like the vet who Hobson is named after who cared for my dogs from 1976-2008. Susan xxxx</p> Dear Dianne
Thank you for you…tag:irishsetters.ning.com,2014-04-01:865021:Comment:11362992014-04-01T08:49:12.916ZFinding_Beauhttp://irishsetters.ning.com/profile/HammerBeau
<p>Dear Dianne</p>
<p>Thank you for your kind words. Hobson has a girlfriend who is a King Charles Cavalier. She is a real sweetie. It is extremely unfortunate that so many purebred dogs have so many health problems. You must feel so proud of your daughter. Dear Tully is lucky she has found him. I am very pleased to hear that Shelby is defying the odds. I often wonder how Shelby is going. Hopefully my boy, Hobson will defy the odds too. Take care too, Susan xxxxx</p>
<p>Dear Dianne</p>
<p>Thank you for your kind words. Hobson has a girlfriend who is a King Charles Cavalier. She is a real sweetie. It is extremely unfortunate that so many purebred dogs have so many health problems. You must feel so proud of your daughter. Dear Tully is lucky she has found him. I am very pleased to hear that Shelby is defying the odds. I often wonder how Shelby is going. Hopefully my boy, Hobson will defy the odds too. Take care too, Susan xxxxx</p> Dear Rosie
Your suggestion o…tag:irishsetters.ning.com,2014-04-01:865021:Comment:11363982014-04-01T08:41:52.627ZFinding_Beauhttp://irishsetters.ning.com/profile/HammerBeau
<p>Dear Rosie </p>
<p>Your suggestion of acupuncture certainly is not silly. I assume you feel acupuncture might be helpful for Hobson’s muscu-skeletal problems. (If I am incorrect, please let me know). Unfortunately there are 2 major problems with this.</p>
<p>(1) Since the late 1980’s/early 1990’s I have been trying to find a competent acupuncturist, homeopath, naturopath, etc. to help my dogs and my horses. Because few therapists treated companion animals in those days, I used myself as a…</p>
<p>Dear Rosie </p>
<p>Your suggestion of acupuncture certainly is not silly. I assume you feel acupuncture might be helpful for Hobson’s muscu-skeletal problems. (If I am incorrect, please let me know). Unfortunately there are 2 major problems with this.</p>
<p>(1) Since the late 1980’s/early 1990’s I have been trying to find a competent acupuncturist, homeopath, naturopath, etc. to help my dogs and my horses. Because few therapists treated companion animals in those days, I used myself as a “test case”. Unfortunately to this day <em>I have not been able to find one "natural therapist" who is competent . This includes so-called "holistic" vets.</em> The vet industry and the natural health industry in Australia need to be regulated. I cannot see this happening in my lifetime. It is a real shame because animals and human beings respond very well to acupuncture. I have many stories to share. Both Hammer and Hobson were grossly misdiagnosed by this so-called "holistic" vet who performs acupuncture (badly!!) and is a chiropractor (bad!!). He is only one of many incompetent so-called "holistic" vets.</p>
<p>(2) Hobson’s muscu-skeletal problems are the least of his health problems at present. The major worry at present is maintaining Hobson’s temperature at a normal level. So far this is happening. Why did Hobson lose his appetite which has never occurred in his life time until 2 weeks ago? What type of infection caused Hobson’s temperature to rise to 41 degrees which is life-threatening and caused his loss of appetite? There are no answers yet. Hobson also has a grossly enlarged kidney as well as his other serious health problems, all caused by vets! </p>
<p>I have had terrible experiences with chiropractors in the past but the chiropractor who treated Hobson on 20/12/2013 is different. He diagnosed so many of Hobson’s health problems by watching him walk. I said nothing. He genuinely cares and does not charge outrageous fees. He has a Bachelor of Science Degree and he is very experienced. Hobson could not be in better hands. </p>
<p>Thank you for caring, Rosie. I tell Hobson I am not the only human being who cares about him. He understands and wags his tail furiously. He loves to be loved. Susan xxxxx</p> Susan. We fur and human send…tag:irishsetters.ning.com,2014-03-30:865021:Comment:11362062014-03-30T19:47:36.612ZDianne cookhttp://irishsetters.ning.com/profile/Diannecook
Susan. We fur and human send our love. No animal could be in better care than with you and you will find the answers for your precious fur baby Hobson. I had tears in my eyes reading how Hobson still wagged he's beautiful English tail....even in 41 degrees at the vet. Our daughter like you, has taken in a sweet little King Charles named Tully because he has a few issues (the usual Cavi things...minus heart). I alllllways admire people who sacrifice everything for their fur children....and Susan…
Susan. We fur and human send our love. No animal could be in better care than with you and you will find the answers for your precious fur baby Hobson. I had tears in my eyes reading how Hobson still wagged he's beautiful English tail....even in 41 degrees at the vet. Our daughter like you, has taken in a sweet little King Charles named Tully because he has a few issues (the usual Cavi things...minus heart). I alllllways admire people who sacrifice everything for their fur children....and Susan you are one. :o) I'll pray and keep you in our thoughts. Take care Susan xxx<br />
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P.S: Shelby is defying the odds and is still with us annoying her Irish pack lol. We pray she shares more time with us :o)) So sorry to hear of you distr…tag:irishsetters.ning.com,2014-03-30:865021:Comment:11361382014-03-30T07:07:39.230Zrosie beerehttp://irishsetters.ning.com/profile/rosiebeere
So sorry to hear of you distressing time with your beautiful Hobson.<br />
Might be a silly bit of advice I wonder if acupuncture could help in anyway.<br />
If you think it may make sure the person has full qualification not just a short course.<br />
I wish I could be more helpful.<br />
Thinking of you and your lovely boy..<br />
Rosie
So sorry to hear of you distressing time with your beautiful Hobson.<br />
Might be a silly bit of advice I wonder if acupuncture could help in anyway.<br />
If you think it may make sure the person has full qualification not just a short course.<br />
I wish I could be more helpful.<br />
Thinking of you and your lovely boy..<br />
Rosie Dear Ellen, Your reply was no…tag:irishsetters.ning.com,2014-03-29:865021:Comment:11361812014-03-29T09:07:00.823ZFinding_Beauhttp://irishsetters.ning.com/profile/HammerBeau
<p>Dear Ellen, Your reply was not shown when I commented yesterday. Thank you very much for your support. You would certainly understand that trusting your own instincts instead of a vet can save the life of your dog. Sending hugs to you and your beautiful Finlay, Susan xxxxx</p>
<p>Dear Ellen, Your reply was not shown when I commented yesterday. Thank you very much for your support. You would certainly understand that trusting your own instincts instead of a vet can save the life of your dog. Sending hugs to you and your beautiful Finlay, Susan xxxxx</p> Susan, Hobson is a fighter an…tag:irishsetters.ning.com,2014-03-28:865021:Comment:11360302014-03-28T10:09:44.942ZEllen Turberfieldhttp://irishsetters.ning.com/profile/EllenTurberfield
Susan, Hobson is a fighter and he has you fighting for him too and you know what is right for him what ever the vets says, I'm glad I didn't do what vet wanted to do for Finlay, Take care Ellen
Susan, Hobson is a fighter and he has you fighting for him too and you know what is right for him what ever the vets says, I'm glad I didn't do what vet wanted to do for Finlay, Take care Ellen Dear Howard and Sue
Thank you…tag:irishsetters.ning.com,2014-03-28:865021:Comment:11361672014-03-28T09:36:43.811ZFinding_Beauhttp://irishsetters.ning.com/profile/HammerBeau
<p>Dear Howard and Sue</p>
<p>Thank you very much for sharing your experiences. The information you have provided has been very helpful. I am definitely not allowing any vet to give Hobson any type of immune suppressant. This type of drug has almost killed Hobson twice in the past. Every dog is different.</p>
<p>I feel devastated because Hobson was starting to make progress last year until I followed the advice of a vet who has specialised in developing natural diets and supplements for dogs…</p>
<p>Dear Howard and Sue</p>
<p>Thank you very much for sharing your experiences. The information you have provided has been very helpful. I am definitely not allowing any vet to give Hobson any type of immune suppressant. This type of drug has almost killed Hobson twice in the past. Every dog is different.</p>
<p>I feel devastated because Hobson was starting to make progress last year until I followed the advice of a vet who has specialised in developing natural diets and supplements for dogs with "skin" problems for at least 15 years. He recommended a probiotic for Hobson which also almost killed him. It is no wonder Hobson's kidney has suffered. Also, the gross misdiagnosis of Hobson's muscu-skeletal injuries by so many for so long. Hobson's problem with his right eye and his weight loss were directly related to his neck injury and not his "skin" problems!</p>
<p>Thank you very much Howard, Sue, Angela, Rob and Barbara for your kind words and your support. This means a very great deal to me. It really helps if you can receive kindness during these traumatic times.</p>
<p>My boy certainly is a fighter. Even on the day we were at the vet surgery when his temperature was almost 41 degrees and he was so sick, his tail did not stop wagging. Hobson shows his love for me in so many ways. When he wants to thank me, he "bobbles" his head up and down and then he thrusts his head into my groin with his tail wagging furiously. A funny way to show gratitude I suppose but Hobson has done this since he was a young boy. When Hobson is lying down and I tell him how much I love him, he looks at me and then he places his paw around my neck to try to hug me. </p>
<p>Hopefully, Hobson will pull through again. </p>
<p>Thank you all. Susan xxxxx</p> Dear Susan! I am so very sorr…tag:irishsetters.ning.com,2014-03-28:865021:Comment:11360252014-03-28T09:25:50.216ZBarbarahttp://irishsetters.ning.com/profile/Barbara441
<p>Dear Susan! I am so very sorry to read your News and that I can give you no advice but like Angela I know every decision you make is the best for Hobson! Thinking of you!!! xxx</p>
<p>Dear Susan! I am so very sorry to read your News and that I can give you no advice but like Angela I know every decision you make is the best for Hobson! Thinking of you!!! xxx</p>