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Supplements are products that are added to foods for either a nutritional or a therapeutic benefit. For clarity, the following terminology will be used: Dietary supplements or dietary…
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Electrolytes occur in the blood and are frequently measured during serum biochemistry. The most common electrolytes in the blood are sodium, potassium, magnesium, calcium, chloride bicarbonate and phosphate.
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It is important to use a shampoo for dogs (or cats) to wash your pet; shampoos for humans may damage your pet's skin. Shampoos help to clean the skin and remove crusts and debris. Different…
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These notes are provided to help you understand the diagnosis or possible diagnosis of cancer in your pet. For general information on cancer in pets ask for our handout 'What is cancer'. If…
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Slippery elm is a herb prepared from the inner bark of the slippery or red elm tree (Ulmus rubra). The term "slippery" refers to the remarkable viscid gel called a mucilage that is…
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Sodium valproate is used to control seizures (fits). Your veterinary surgeon may prescribe this medication at the same time as another treatment to control fits.Sodium valproate is not…
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Soy proteins are the proteins found in the soya bean and its products such as tofu. Isoflavones are a particularly important class of soy protein, and include the water-soluble compounds…
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Spironolactone is used for the treatment of congestive heart failure caused by valvular regurgitation. Your veterinary surgeon may also prescribe other medication to help your pet's heart function better.
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These notes are provided to help you understand the diagnosis or possible diagnosis of cancer in your pet. For general information on cancer in pets ask for our handout "What is…
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St. John’s wort is a herb, prepared from the plant Hypericum perforatum, that is mainly used for treating depression and anxiety disorders in people. This is a fairly modern use of St.…