PRP injections
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You may wish to look into a different type of Nsaid.. Galliprant. It gets positive reviews. Our dog has been on it for about 3 years although he will be going off it for the first time when we get the PRP injections.
Flexident UC advanced also came highly recommended although it does take several weeks to make a difference if it even does.
In re accupuncture... The MEDICAL kind is what our vets practice. You may want to consider emaillng Dr. Petty and ask him if he knows of a resource in your area. We did an initial loading dose (few times in a few weeks... kinda like Adequan) as that can be revealing as to whether it may be effective or not. We saw a difference, surprisingly to us, and then went to monthly. We now shortened the time to 3weeks and combine it with Class IV cold laser. We do continue to see a difference but regrettably it isn't lasting very long.
Im sure you know weight reduction is critical too. Our boy has many, many issues, with Atypical cushings being one of them so he has a voracious appetite. Combine this with limited exercise and it's almost impossible to slim him down.
Our stroller is from Pet Gear. It is large enough for him to sprawl out, very stable, has mesh on all sides. Our dog really likes it. I tried to post a pic but couldn't figure how to do it here.
Flexident UC advanced also came highly recommended although it does take several weeks to make a difference if it even does.
In re accupuncture... The MEDICAL kind is what our vets practice. You may want to consider emaillng Dr. Petty and ask him if he knows of a resource in your area. We did an initial loading dose (few times in a few weeks... kinda like Adequan) as that can be revealing as to whether it may be effective or not. We saw a difference, surprisingly to us, and then went to monthly. We now shortened the time to 3weeks and combine it with Class IV cold laser. We do continue to see a difference but regrettably it isn't lasting very long.
Im sure you know weight reduction is critical too. Our boy has many, many issues, with Atypical cushings being one of them so he has a voracious appetite. Combine this with limited exercise and it's almost impossible to slim him down.
Our stroller is from Pet Gear. It is large enough for him to sprawl out, very stable, has mesh on all sides. Our dog really likes it. I tried to post a pic but couldn't figure how to do it here.
shelee
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I ordered Dr. Petty's book on Amazon so will hopefully find some useful information. Yes, weight is huge. Missy came to us 8 yrs ago from the dog pound at 34 lbs. She is very small boned and was huge. Back then she could walk much further and faster. I managed to have her lose 12 lbs with Wellness Core Fat Free dog food and believe it or not a huge amount of steamed green beans everyday. I mix just one tablespoon of canned food with the green beans and she gobbles it down. A person I "met" online years ago gave me the idea of green beans telling me how low in calories and filling they are. Even with her huge appetite I have been able to maintain her weight. I hope you see good results with the PRP injections and I will be watching for your update.
Our pooch has been eating fresh steamed green beans most of his life. Green Beans have been a life saver for us. Because of significant food allergies, high cholesterol, chronic pancreatitis (he also has trouble processing fat etc) he has been eating fresh kangaroo meat, butternut squash, and green beans with his kibble. Even though we measure out his food portions .. due to his limited activity and cushings, he has gained about 2 lbs and is now about 25 lbs. You did great getting that much weight off and what a gift you gave your pooch by doing so.
Hoping for the best and will advise how things work with the injections