VetNet®
VetNet® AIHA discussion forum
VetNet® Forum
Lifelong Learning Network
www.vetnetlln.ac.uk
Veterinary Recruitment
Premier Partner Program
Canine Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia (AIHA & IMHA) - amy bouncing back
| well after last weeks low ,we seem to have climbed a few steps.pcv up to 35 and alkp downfrom 2000 to 1200 and no more bleeds.now that spring is upon us and flea and tick populations are starting to wake from hibernation is there anything we can use to deter them now we cant use chemicals,sugestions please. easter greatings, to all. best wishes,john&amy. |
| john teesside |
| John, I am so glad to hear Amy is feeling better! I would not use any flea or tick chemicals on her at all right now. I know that most vets think that stuff is harmless, but there have been so many cases where they were the trigger. Amy is so vulnerable right now, I would clearly steer away from any chemicals. Even essential oils could be very strong and could still effect her immune system at this point. I really don't have a solution. I have heard of diatomaceous earth (DE) that can deter fleas. I think Patrice has been using it with great success. She mentioned it at one time. This is something I will look into. Best wishes, Brigitte |
| Brigitte BC Canada |
| Hi John - I don't know what you are feeding Amy but I've been making my Winston's food from Dr Dodd's liver cleanse from her clinic's website. It's suppose to support liver function. I add ALOT of garlic powder.... for it's flavor and it also has an effect on the body "taste" and "smell" which paracites don't like - or so I've been told. I know Winston's breath is Horrible now, but if I can avoid giving him any flea control, I'll put up with the smellies. Good Luck ! |
| Lisa TX |
| John I was very HAPPY to read that Amy is doing better. I too am at a loss as to what to do about flea control without using chemicals. I have heard apple cider vinegar works, garlic tabs made for dogs which contain a small amount of garlic, and Avon's Skin so Soft sprayed on the dogs mixed with water, whatever you decide to do check with your vet. Right now I have my two non AHIA dogs on the garlic tablets and Ginger on nothing but I may get her a flea collar. Tell Amy to keep up the good work:) Cheryl & Ginger |
| Cheryl & Ginger Pineville PA |
| I'm with the others with regards to avoiding chemicals and vacinnes. The options above all sound really good! Garlic powder in the food. Skin so Soft by avon. Diatomaceous earth (DE) is also supposed to work really well fro fleas at least! I think there's a few different kinds available and I think it's the food grade you'd want. Others know more about this so hopefully they'll chime in. Regular checks would also be a very good thing. Before, during and especially after walks. Go over her with a fine toothed comb! |
| Johnny |
| Oh, should probably say that it's a really good idea to keep the grass short and the bushes cut back in the yard. This helps LOTS!!! |
| Johnny |
| What do you guys suggest about heartworm preventative? I usually start giving it to Riley May 1 but am VERRRRY nervous. |
| Jennifer |
| thanks for the sugestions guys.i wonder if the b complex will keep fleas off as well as it deters mozzies.i thought about garlic but was worried about it being in the onion family.i'll keep the garden tidy,but theres quite a bit of wildlife visit through the night. best wishes.john&amy. |
| john teesside |
This thread was discussed between 04/04/2010 and 05/04/2010
Canine Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia (AIHA & IMHA) forum index
This thread is from the Vetnet archive. The live Vetnet forum is active now.
