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#1 ·
My 7 y.o. GSD has PF...On diet change,I read if she Does have a beef allergy,that bison and venison would cause a beef like reaction.Thoughts??? Also should I start her out for month or so on fish/potato and then try the venison ,bison??? thanks in advance....
 
#3 ·
You should join the PF email list , yo uwill get tons of good information, suggestions, and referrals..as well as support perianal-fistulas

There are other things to take into consideration as well as diet..What does your vet say? Does she have other allergies? What treatment are you doing?
 
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The vet offered no advice really stating that he has no knowledge or history with this. He did not even suggest that it could be allergy related? He did say that a 'novel protein source' may help, but he isn't sure. She is currently eating Purina dog chow. Thanks for your help!! :)
 
#7 ·
Oh my goodness.....Please get her off of the Purina (horrible ingredients) and put her on a single, quality protein like one of the following:

ACANA - Singles
https://acana.com/our-foods/dog-foods/singles/?lang=usa Location Finder: https://acana.com/where-to-buy/
or
Nature's Variety Instinct Limited Diet (can be purchased at PetsMart or PetCo or on www.chewy.com)
Instinct Limited Ingredient Diets for Dogs | Instinct Pet Food

Chicken Items (chicken, chicken meal, chicken fat, chicken cartilage, chicken bones, eggs) and grains are some of the biggest problems causing sensitivity so READ your labels carefully.

I would not choose a kibble with Lamb. In TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine) Lamb is the "hottest" meat and since there is inflammation in your dogs body already, you would not want this.
Duck is the most cooling and Beef is neutral.

Also, make sure your treats match the protein you choose, without any grains or chicken items.
Pure Bites Treats are very nice and most only contain ONE ingredient: https://www.chewy.com/s?query=pure+bites+treats&nav-submit-button=

My holistic vet recommends Calendula spray and Ozoniated Olive Oil for topical applications for PF.

Hylands Calendula is a high quality reputable company: https://www.amazon.com/Hylands-Cale...=1490874963&sr=8-4&keywords=hylands+calendula

High Qualited Ozoniated Olive Oil:
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I would also find a new vet.....Holistic if possible. If you tell me what state you are in, I can give you a list of Registered Holistic Veterinarians.

Also, NO vaccinations of any kind should be given during this time.
Vaccination are only to be given to WELL dog's and yours is not well right now. It could make this situation worse.


Good luck
Moms :)
 
#8 ·
This is so helpful! Thank you! I have started a journal to document all of the different potential food sources and medications. I want to keep record of what I try and the results. We are in a small town near Cincinnati, Ohio. Any vet recommendations you have are greatly appreciated!
I spoke with a more helpful vet last night who faxed me some pages from 'Clinical Veterinary Advisor, Third Edition'. However, nothing is as helpful as the first hand accounts of trial and errors.
 
#10 ·
I'm not familiar with Ohio, but below is the list of Registered Holistic Vets.

Note that a lot of Allopthic/Western Medicine Clinics have "jumped on the bandwagon" and advertise that they are "Holistic". These types of clinics have employed a Chiropractor or Acupuncturist etc., just to be able to "say" they are Holistic.
One way you can tell if they are Holistic or not is by looking at their recommended vaccination schedule. If they do not promote limited vaccinations and or titers, it is most likely NOT Holistic.

Name
Address, Phone
State
More Info
Anders, Ronald
DVM, CCRP, CVA
County Animal Clinic
800 North Seventh Street
Coldwater
419-678-3610
OH
45828
United States
www.countyanimalclinic.net
AVIAN, Bovine, Bovine/Equine, Dairy, EQUINE, EXOTIC, FARM, FELINE, HOUSE CALLS, Large animal, Mixed, MIXED ANIMAL, SMALL ANIMAL
Acupuncture, Acupuncture (IVAS), Applied Kinesiology, Bach Flowers, Chinese Herbs, Chinese Herbs (IVAS), Chiropractic, Chiropractic (Network), Clinical Nutrition, Color Therapy, Conventional Medicine, Glandular Therapy, Homeopathy, Homeopathy - Classical, Homotoxicology, Laser Therapy, Magnetic Therapy, Nutrition, Osteopathy, Ozone Therapy, Prolotherapy, Rehabilitation Therapy, VOM, Western Herbs

Balazs, Deanna

DVM
Cryan Veterinary Hospital
298 N. West Street
Westerville
614-882-4184
OH
43081
US
HOUSE CALLS, SMALL ANIMAL
Clinical Nutrition, Conventional Medicine

Baldwin, Nathalie

DVM
Animal Care Clinic
1246 Western Ave
Chillicothe
7407757297
OH
45601
USA
AVIAN, EXOTIC, SMALL ANIMAL
Acupuncture, Acupuncture (CHI), Chinese Herbs, Chinese Herbs (Chi), Conventional Medicine, Laser Therapy, Western Herbs

Burdett, Denise

DVM
Companion Animal Hospital, Inc.
12 St. Andrews Blvd.
Chillicothe
740-773-2999
OH
45601
US
www.companionchillicothe.com
EXOTIC, SMALL ANIMAL
Conventional Medicine, Laser Therapy, Nutrition

Carlson, James

DVM
454 LAZELLE ROAD
Columbus
614-888-2100
OH
43240
www.lifetimepetwellness.com
SMALL ANIMAL
Acupuncture, Acupuncture (CHI), Bach Flowers, Chinese Herbs, Chiropractic, Chiropractic (HOWC), Clinical Nutrition, Conventional Medicine, Glandular Therapy, Homeopathy, Homotoxicology, Western Herbs


Decker, Debra
DVM
Synergy Veterinary Care, LLC
Westlake
440-499-7100
OH
United States
http://www.SynergyVetCare.com
SMALL ANIMAL
Acupuncture, Acupuncture (IVAS), Applied Kinesiology, Chinese Herbs, Clinical Nutrition, Glandular Therapy, Homotoxicology, Laser Therapy, Nutrition, Reiki, VOM, Western Herbs


Fisher, Pamela
DVM
7211 WALES AVE NW
North Canton
330-266-2500
OH
44720
United States
www.holisticvetpractice.com
SMALL ANIMAL
Applied Kinesiology, Bach Flowers, Chiropractic, Clinical Nutrition, Color Therapy, Craniosacral Therapy, Glandular Therapy, Homeopathy, Massage Therapy, NAET, Nutrition, Reiki, Western Herbs


Gaston, Robert
DVM
9970 HARRISON AVE
Harrison
513-367-4111
OH
45030
United States
www.vetwellness.com
SMALL ANIMAL
Acupuncture, Applied Kinesiology, Chinese Herbs, Chiropractic, Clinical Nutrition, Conventional Medicine, Homotoxicology, Nutrition, Western Herbs


Griffith, Donn
DVM
2527 W DUBLIN-GRANVILLE RD
Columbus
614-889-2556
OH
43235
United States
www.drdonn.com
AVIAN, EXOTIC, SMALL ANIMAL
Acupuncture, Acupuncture (IVAS), Applied Kinesiology, Bach Flowers, Chinese Herbs, Chiropractic, Chiropractic (AVCA), Clinical Nutrition, Conventional Medicine, Glandular Therapy, Homeopathy, Homotoxicology, IAT (Immuno-Augmentive Therapy), Massage Therapy, Nutrition



Heller, Matthew
DVM
All Abount Pet Care
3410 Tytus Avenue
Middletown
513-424-1626
OH
45042

www.allaboutpetcare.com
SMALL ANIMAL
Acupuncture, Acupuncture (CHI), Bach Flowers, Chinese Herbs, Conventional Medicine, Homotoxicology, Nutrition, Western Herbs



Neubauer, Robert
DVM
9199 PIPPIN RD
Cincinnati
513-931-9127
OH
45251
United States
SMALL ANIMAL
Acupuncture, Acupuncture (IVAS), Bach Flowers, Chinese Herbs, Clinical Nutrition, Conventional Medicine, Glandular Therapy, Homeopathy, Homeopathy - Classical, Nutrition, Ozone Therapy, Western Herbs


Osborne, Carol
DVM
Chagrin Falls Pet Clinic
530 E. Washington St., Suite A1
Chagrin Falls
440-247-5901
OH
44022
United States
http://ChagrinFallsPetClinic.com
SMALL ANIMAL
Bach Flowers, Chinese Herbs, Chiropractic, Clinical Nutrition, Conventional Medicine, Glandular Therapy, Homeopathy, Homeopathy - Classical, IAT (Immuno-Augmentive Therapy), Magnetic Therapy, Massage Therapy, Nutrition, Pulsating Magnetic Therapy, Rehabilitation Therapy, Reiki, Western Herbs


Rauf, Tracy
DVM
9970 HARRISON
Harrison
513-367-4111
OH
45030
United States
www.vetwellness.com
SMALL ANIMAL
Acupuncture (CHI), Chinese Herbs, Conventional Medicine, Homotoxicology, Nutrition, Western Herbs


Rogers-Swaney, Susan

DVM
111 N. Winter Street
Yellow Springs
937-767-1579
OH
45387
United States
www.VeterinaryAlternatives.com
SMALL ANIMAL
Acupuncture, Acupuncture (IVAS), Bach Flowers, Chinese Herbs, Clinical Nutrition, Homotoxicology, Nutrition

Sberna, Joletta

DVM, CVH
Holistic Animal Health
50 Bracken Place
Fairfield
513-829-3244
OH
45014
United States

SMALL ANIMAL
Bach Flowers, Clinical Nutrition, Homeopathy - Certified, Homeopathy - Classical, Homeopathy (AVH), Nutrition

Sivula, Neal
DVM
4646 W. STREETSBORO ROAD
Richfield
330-659-3441
OH
44286
United States
www.dancingpawsawc.com
SMALL ANIMAL
Acupuncture, Acupuncture (IVAS), Applied Kinesiology, Bach Flowers, Chinese Herbs, Chiropractic, Chiropractic (AVCA), Clinical Nutrition, Conventional Medicine, Homotoxicology, Magnetic Therapy, Massage Therapy, Nutrition, Pulsating Magnetic Therapy, Western Herbs


Wagner, Susan
DVM, MS, ACVIM (Neurology)
MedVet Medical & Cancer

Centers for Pets
300 East Wilson Bridge Road
Worthington
614-846-5800
OH
43085
USA
MedVetforPets.com
EQUINE, SMALL ANIMAL
Bach Flowers, Clinical Nutrition, Conventional Medicine, Homeopathy, Homotoxicology, Laser Therapy, Nutrition, Other (fill in below), Reiki, Western Herbs


Choosing the vet who specializes in Homeopathy, Homoetoxicology and Herbals would be in your dogs best interest.


Good luck and keep us posted.
Moms :)
 
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