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by William Greenbaum, aka love ya woof!

Canine Cancer is disturbing. No question. When your beloved pet is diagnosed with cancer, this is probably the worst. What can be done? Well lots of things. First don’t panic, don’t give up and read everything you can. Talk to your vet, ask around for others that have gone through this before. There is a ton of information out there, probably way too much, but much can make you feel better by giving you the background you need for the decisions you will have to make. Have hope, have faith and don’t give up!

From the world of All Pet Naturals we’d  like to share a few tips on preventative care for your companion. We think we can help by giving you some product knowledge (as we are very proud) of the Animals Apawthecary line we carry and their signature herbal tincture Constitutional Blend — of which I fondly think of as our HERO product – the key attribute of which is a combo of  herbs fo pets that act like a SWAT team that boosts the immune system of the body so as to slow down the spread of anything that remotely looks like a cancer cell into the surrounding tissue and major body organs.

Bottom line? Herbs for pets that strengthen the immune system and support major waste-removing organs (the liver, kidneys and lymphatic systems) are especially useful in fighting cancer. “Now let me introduce you to the SWAT Team. Gentlemen, please take center stage and introduce yourself to these fine people.”

BURDOCK ROOT - supports and stimulates the liver, therefore facilitates waste and toxic removal from the body. It is also a very safe herb for pets for prolonged use.

DANDELION – is a diuretic herb for pets that helps waste removal via the kidneys and urinary tract. It also improves digestion and removal of waste by providing gentle stimulation to the liver.

SLIPPERY ELM – this herb is a jack of all trades. Slippery Elm is culled from the inner bark of the elm tree and works as a demulcent and astringent. It is the classic remedy for acute diarrhea, stomach ulcers, constipation, colitis, sore throat, coughs, wounds, abscesses.

TURKEY RHUBARB – this herb packs a huge cancer fighting punch. First of all, its antibiotic, antimicrobial and anti-tumor. Its used specifically in holistic herbal pet medicine for digestion, liver tonic and as an appetite stimulant.

The herbal ingredients found in our cancer fighting formulaton  Constitutional Blend — are safe and reliable and make a mighty contribution as a synergistic immune-boosting effect on dogs, who are weakened by chronic diseases such as cancer or allergies.

Finally, Constitutional Blend is built around the  famous ‘Esssiac’ formula – which is considered to be the numero uno herbal cancer therapy of all time; originally developed by Canadian nurse, R. Caisse. It is available in our web store at $22.95 USD per 2 oz remedy bottle.

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Please note other top cancer fighting herbs include:

ALFALFA – has been found to reduce the risk of cancerous growths and is therefore considered a good herb for cancer prevention.

MILKTHISTLE -  this herb can protect the liver against harmful by-products of the cancer. As well, milk thistle is effective in protecting the body from liver damage resulting from chemotherapy.

ASTRAGALUS – this herb is an immuno-stimulant; thus it can be used to boost your dog’s immune system. In addition, it has been found that astragalus contains an alkaloid that inhibits the spread of melanoma, a skin cancer.

ECHINACEA – this herb is well-known for its effectiveness in supporting and strenthening the immune system.

GARLIC - has a lot of sulphur-containing compounds (thus the strong smell!). These compounds are helpful in enhancing the immune system. It has also been shown that garlic stimulates the growth of beneficial cells.

RED CLOVER - this fine herb has been hailed as the “the” herb for cancer by many herbalists. The herb has tumor-inhibiting properties and strengthens lymphatic functions (crucial in cleansing cell tissues).

GREEN TEA – has been found to be effective in boosting and stimulating the immune system. It is also an antioxidant and astringent and has been shown to be an effective herb for cancer (especially for some kind of stomach and skin cancers).

MUSHROOMS – REISHI, SHIITAKE, MAITAKE – mushrooms, especially reishi, has been used for many years in China and Japan as herbs for cancer prevention and treatment in people. Recent research has found that these mushrooms can enhance the immune system, due to their high levels of polysaccharides and their effect on white blood cells. In addition, these mushrooms have been found to possess anti-inflammatory, anti-microbial, and antioxidant properties.

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by William Greenbaum, aka love ya woof

If your pet develops cancer, what should be your treatment goals?

IN THIS ARTICLE I’d like to share with you what cancer is and then discuss the different therapy options available, and then conclude with what your treatment goals should be.

Lets begin with a description of this insidious disease. Cancer is essentially cells going wild. It is the unrestrained growth of cells that destroy healthy tissues and body organs. There are many forms of cancer and each of them have different outcomes.

Your vet can choose to surgically remove the tumor or begin radiation therapy — which are two common treatments, and expensive. Other therapy options include: chemotherapy, pain relief, complementary therapies including vitamins and nutritional supplements, homeopathics, biologicals, acupuncture, herbal remedies or a combination of therapies. Each case is different and there are stress factors (on both people and pets) as well as costs that often determine a course of action. The course of the disease is often unpredictable so essentially the goal of treatment is to:

1. Slow down the illness
2. Prolong life
3. Make your pet as comfortable and happy as possible

Conventional treatment options

1. Surgery – recommended only if there is a good chance of removing enough of the tumor to boost quality of life.

2. Radiation – can work for certain types of tumors. Not without risks and complications. Speak to your vet.

3. Chemotherapy – has a good success rate with lymphoma in dogs and cats, and with some other cancers. For many cancers, it has little or no benefit.

4. Appetite Stimulants – Weight loss is a huge issue. No food, no nutrition, and the immune system goes south faster than a duck in winter. There are a number of different medications on the market that help increase your pet’s appetite.  Use these medications at the first sign of decreased appetite rather than delaying until significant weight loss has occurred. It is much easier to maintain weight then it is to gain it back after it’s been lost.

5. Pain Medication – as quality of life is the top priority, seek advice from your veterinarian and likely you will have to buy prescriptions.

6. Acupuncture – this holistic treatment is increasingly popular in cancer treatment. Acupuncture for pets is now recognized as a specialists degree from the American Holistic Veterinarian’s Association. About 300 vets graduate each year with an advanced degree, but be that as it may, acupuncture does have a downside. It will stimulate the body’s systems and may backfire and cause tumor growth.

Holistic Pet Treatments

Holistic pet treatments

1. Supplements - should be a part of everyday pet health and life-long therapy. Refined pet foods most often lack the vital nutrients required and the reason for this is that they are leached out during the manufacturing process — much like our foods have been for decades and now look at the huge incidences of cancer in society! Okay back to supplements. One more thing, if your pet is difficult to pill or won’t accept a supplement mixed with food, these many not be practical.

2. Digestive Enzymes – anything that will help your pet get the most out of its food is a requirement whilst your pet is suffering from cancer. Digestive enzymes breakdown carbs, fats, proteins and make the food and its nutrients more bio-available to the body. This is good. It is in fact, vital.

3. Pet Vitamins – he or she needs pet vitamins! Specifically pet vitamins A, C and E – of which are all antioxidants and have a number of anti-cancer effects, including the inhibition of blood vessel growth in tumors, the promotion of healthy collagen, and free radical scavengers.

4. Herbal Remedies – at AllPetNaturals we carry a number of natural herbal tinctures that are potent antioxidants that also serve to stabilize cells, as well as detox the liver and boost the immune system.  They have proven themselves to be effective as they have been in use by over 200 holistic veterinarians for over 10 years.

5. Nordic Naturals Omega-3 Fish Oils for Pets – this product is rich in EFA’s (essential fatty acids) specifically EPA and DHA — which have been shown clinically to reduce inflammation by promoting the production of natural anti-inflammatory substances in the body. They also help your pet with energy and can slow tumor growth.

6. Marijuana oil (a legal form) for pets – is a good source of Omega-3s and has the additional advantage of improving appetite.

7. Essiac Formula – this herbal remedy (known in our store as Constitutional Blend) is an immune booster and an antioxidant. The formula has a taste the some pets find weird and don’t like. Homeopathic Essiac (called Constitutional Blend) is available from AllPetNaturals.com.

8. Protein Rich Diet – a good quality protein in the diet is tasty and the easiest for the body to process. High quality proteins include real meat, poultry and fish, and better quality canned food. Simple carbohydrates should be eliminated from the diet if possible – or reduced. Simple carbohydrates include sugar, milk, fruit and kibble (dry pet food). Complex carbohydrates (starchy vegetables) should be reduced in quantity.

When is veterinary attention required?

Please contact your veterinarian if you notice any of the following:

• decrease in appetite
• weight loss
• increase or decrease in drinking or in urinating
• urinating or defecating in an inappropriate location
• straining when passing stool or urine
• stool that is dry or hard or constipation
• vomiting
• change in behaviour (ie. withdrawing, becoming aggressive)
• decrease in energy
• a sore that does not heal
• an unusual odor

Same day veterinary attention is required if you notice any of the following:

• if your pet stops drinking and urinating
• if your pet hasn’t eaten for 24 hours
• if your pet is extremely lethargic or is having difficulty walking
• if your pet is in pain
• if your pet vomits more than 3 times in a 24 hour period.

In summary

As mentioned earlier the primary goal of a pet with cancer is ‘quality and dignity of life.’ To be honest, quality of life is difficult to measure in animals, however some of the factors to consider are appetite, activity and energy levels, grooming habits and finally sociability around other animals. When your pet’s quality of life is no longer adequate and treatment options have been exhausted, humane euthanasia is recommended.

References: Dr. Lea Stogdale, DVM, Diplomate ACVIM

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Ferndale, Washington, August 15, 2009. All Pet Naturals, the premier online web store for natural pet care remedies, products and supplies has won the exclusive online sales and distribution rights for Virafungal Fighter — the first all natural, organic anti-microbial support for cats, dogs and horses.

Virafungal Fighter  is a safe, organic anti-microbial that has had amazing sales success in health foods stores throughout California, and is now moving full steam into the  pet market.

William Greenbaum, president of All Pet Naturals‘ parent company Brilliant Health said, “we are thrilled and excited to be representing this amazing product online exclusively through our Webstore – www.allpetnaturals.com; which from the research and evidence we’ve read and studied, and testimonials from consumers that have used the product, Virafungal Fighter has proven to be a unique performer and we are pleased to be introducing it. The natural care companion animal market is growing and certainly we are all ready for an organic, effective pet anti-microbial.”

Virafungal Fighter has Grape Seed Extract and Grapefruit Seed Extracts, which contain bioflavoid complexes that are 20 times more potent than vitamin C and 50 times more potent than vitamin E as an antioxident. It has also been found to be anti-inflamatory, antiallergic, antihistamine, anticholesterol and antimutagenic. Virafungal fighter also provides powerful protection against 800 bacterial and viral organisms as well as 100 strains of fungus and a large number of single cell and multi-celled parasites.

The advantage of using organic natural Virafungal Fighter instead of prescription antibiotics is that ViraFungal Fighter doesn’t upset the natural balance of good bacteria in the intestines.

The product comes in a 2 oz spray bottle and normally sells for $22.95, but is on sale right now on the webstore at www.allpetnaturals.com for an introductory offer of only $19.95. Uses for Virafungal Fighter include -

• Skin problems caused by bacteria, even basic cuts and wounds.
• Helps fight tooth decay and gum disease, prevents free-radical damage to the lens and retina of the eye, and even treats glaucoma by protecting collagen structures in the eye.
• Helps relieve asthma and emphysema.
• Daily use helps to support brain function.

The ingredients in Virafungal Fighter are the most potent, antioxidant free radical deactivators ever discovered. They fight inflamation by binding to connective tissue of joints, preventing swelling, helping heal damaged tissue, and lessening pain.

Virafungal Fighter is manufactured in Irvine California by Danielle L’Don Natural Skin Care, Inc. All Pet Naturals is proud to represent this unique and exciting new product.

For more information: William Greenbaum\All Pet Naturals.com\ 778.238.7410 or via email at bill@allpetnaturals.com.

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