One way I found to save some cash when Tucker had his CCL repair was to order his medication and other pre and post surgery needs (like Kong toys, bully sticks, and pet bedding) online. I purchased his collar, glucosamine and chondrointin supplements, pet pads, and special treats using PetCareRx. My veterinarian even ok-ed his antibiotic orders through their site, easily saving us a couple hundred dollars! Their web interface is really simple to use, and there was not a single product I needed that I could not find on their site. I highly recommend using them if your dog is going into surgery or is recovering from surgery, their prices are absolutely unbeatable. Plus, any order over $35 qualifies for free shipping - I have NEVER seen that on any of the other pet sites out there.
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Tags: anti inflammatory, chondrointin, glucosamine, holistic therapy, Joint Supplements, medications
For surgical pain or injuries that your pet my be dealing with, there are some holistic alternatives which are extremely effective in dogs. Acupuncture has been shown to both relieve pain and relax your pet, helping him or her cope with stress better. For dogs, the herb white willow bark can take the edge off minor pain, but these should NOT be used on cats. The homeopathic remedy arnica can be powerful for post-surgical pain, or pain from injuries. For severe pain a typical dose of arnica is the 1M or 10M potency, but for exact dosages and directions, please consult your holistic veterinarian.
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Tags: acupuncture, alternative treatment, anti inflammatory, Arthritis, chondrointin, glucosamine, holistic therapy, homeopathy, medications, post op
One way I found to save some cash when Tucker had his CCL repair was to order his medication and other pre and post surgery needs (like Kong toys, bully sticks, and pet bedding) online. I purchased his collar, glucosamine and chondrointin supplements, pet pads, and special treats using PetCareRx. My veterinarian even ok-ed his antibiotic orders through their site, easily saving us a couple hundred dollars! Their web interface is really simple to use, and there was not a single product I needed that I could not find on their site. I highly recommend using them if your dog is going into surgery or is recovering from surgery, their prices are absolutely unbeatable. Plus, any order over $35 qualifies for free shipping - I have NEVER seen that on any of the other pet sites out there.