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I just wanted to add that a dog treated with Vetoryl should have a post draw between 1.45 and 5.4 mcg/dl. There are circumstances that it can be higher (ie post draw of 9.1) if symptoms are resolved. These are found on the product insert which you can find on the following link -
http://www.k9cushings.com/forum/showthread.php?t=185
Angela
i knew tea tree oil is not to be used on cats but if used correctly on dogs can benefit them....you can even buy dog and or human shampoos with that already in it, however i do not know the benefit it would bring for certain but have heard great healing properties from others in regards to it. BUT if the risk out weigh the pros then by all means i fully agree to NOT.
my sister has used tea tree oil mixed correctly with baby shampoo for over 12 years, and has loads of experience is many things including how to even hook up emergency IV's till animal is transported to vet. BUT that is her not us. i would only use it if knew without any doubt it was mixed correctly.
Thanks again to all of you for all of this information. I will have to do some research & reading about tea tree oil before I decide if I'm going to use it on my dog. Janice can decide what to do for Vicki.
I do remember hearing wonderful things about it & then I remember reading something that scared me so I never even opened the bottle.
I'm making some more flea spray tonight but for now will once again pass on the tea tree oil. (By the way, if anyone is interested, I can post that recipe........it works pretty slick & there are no chemicals of any kind in it. I'm into all natural stuff which is why I cook for my baby girl.)
I will print this thread w/all this nifty info for Janice.........so keep those handy dandy hints/tips/info coming..........
I love and respect Dr karen Becker...holistic vet in chicagos top ten best! this is sorta long clip...but at about 6:18 she says something about tea tree oils.
I understand there is risk if used incorrectly, HUGE risks, liver, kidneys, paralyze, death. By no means allow them to ingest it! and mix it properly. I personally would not use full strength on an animal ever. I know some people have put full strength right on to animal and i just cringe. some have suffered some have healed. Not worth the risk on that before trying other methods. But mixing diluting and such okay....as long as it is done properly. anyways here is the link
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i1voV6BLr8U
you can jump to 6:18 to hear specific
and then part two
http://www.youtube.com/watch?NR=1&fe...&v=MH6gjJHtUhM
Terrific video........I wrote down that Betadine rinse. That sounds like a great rinse for after a bath.
I had to chuckle.........when Dr. Becker was talking about the medicated dog shampoo w/tea tree oil it reminded me of something..........guess who has some of that.:rolleyes: That didn't bother me because I'm sure there's just a tiny amount but for now I think I'll make my flea spray w/o it until I've done more research.
You have a way of making a newbie feel very welcome........I just had to say that.......
i am thrilled that you feel welcomed here. This is greatest place ever with tons of experiences and knowledge. Not by any means vets and such, just lots of experiences and knowledge. the support, love and care is amazing, I can honestly and truly say from my heart i love and respect the angels here. known as the Cush angels. Remarkable amazing people. The passion, compassion is endless. People who truly care. Whatever the question, whatever the emotion your heart carries, the cush angels are here to always help. I hope that your flea spray receipe is posted, would love to have it, and hope your furbabies are doing awesome and i hope your friend is doing great and her furbaby is feeling better. give her cyber hugs for us!
I have to agree........I not only feel very welcome here but what a relief to find people w/knowledge & a willingness to help. I'm worried about my friend because she's got so much on her plate right now & I really don't know enough about Cushings to help her. Like I said before, just knowing that I can post a question here for her has taken a big load off her shoulders. And I thank you for that.
Should I post the flea spray recipe here or on another thread??????
We have a section called Everything Else where you can post your flea recipe. I look forward to seeing it as we battle fleas and ticks in our area a LOT!
Hi Vicki,
Welcome to you. Unfortunately, I do not have anything valuable to add regarding calcinosis cutis, and am sorry your friend's furbaby has to endure it:(. I hope she find a good and effective treatment. Please keep us posted.
Warm regards,
Jeanette and Princess
ps: love your avatar pic btw, is that a chocolate lab? I love chocolate labs...haaaaaaaa....:D
We have a wealth of information in our Helpful Resource Thread about Cushing's disease and other related material, please feel free to print out anything you think might be useful: http://www.k9cushings.com/forum/foru...aysprune=&f=10
Love and hugs,
Lori