Older Cat with Stomach Upset
Q. What food do you recommend for a cat that throws up every other day? The vet has her on omeprazole. She is 16 years old and has moderate kidney disease. A. Having a senior cat that throws up can be challenging. I believe a moist diet of a natural can food, freeze…
Cat with Pancreatitis
Q. My 8 yr old Cat Henry was recently diagnosed with Pancreatitis. Looking for a food that would help him and his digestion. He’s on a feeding tube now, but when he’s ready I would like some good healthy food for him. Let me know what you think, also do you sell CBD oil? Stephanie…
Do You Carry Solid Gold Dog Food?
Q. Hi Diane, do you carry the dog food we use to purchase at your South Boston store …. Solid Gold… it was in the gold bag… the only food our chocolate lab would eat with his sensitive digestive system. Please let me know at your convenience, Thanks. Fred S. A. Hi Fred, Great to hear from you! …
Do You Carry Farmina N&D
Q. Do you carry Farmina N&D single animal protein wild cod & ancestral grain dog food for Golden Retrievers? Having a hard time finding it. Joyce B. A. We do not carry that line of food, as to my knowledge it is not made in the USA , we are more than happy to help you on…
Itchy Boxer
Q. Hi Diane! So we have a 2 year old Boxer. He is indoor 80% of the time, gets a lot of exercise and very happy, playful. But he tends to scratch at his neck and ear/face area a few times/day. He’s been doing this since he was little. It has cut down some since we…
Natural Flea & Tick Prevention
Q. What natural products would you recommend for flea and tick prevention for puppies? Laura H. A. The Wondercide spray is very safe for puppies and works well for ticks and fleas. Thanks, Diane
Do you have kitten milk replacer?
Q. Do you have kitten milk replacer? Diane K. A. We do carry a product called Answers Goat Milk, it is a species appropriate milk replacement for puppies and kittens, much more than Esbilac or KMR, works wonderful. We highly recommend this product. Any questions please do not hesitate to call Thank you, Diane
Kidney Diet Alternative to Prescribed Food
Q. Do you have alternative to prescribed foods for a kidney diet? Catherine Z. A. The product I always recommend for a kidney diet is The Honest Kitchen, there are three products they recommend. Love GF Beef Keen Whole Grain Turkey Hope Limited Ingredient Beef and Chickpea All human grade ingredients lots of moisture and…
A New Vet, Weight Loss Diets
Q. I actually have two questions. First I’m looking for a new vet. Any recommendations- we are in Abington. Also both my girls (6.5 and 8 Golden retrievers) are in need of diets to lose weight. Any suggestions would be amazing. I’ve received awesome info every time I’ve been to your store. Thank you!!! Christine P.…
Do you Carry Blue Ridge Kitty Grind?
Q. Do you carry Blue Ridge kitty grind- individual logs? Glorianne L. A. Yes we do carry the Blue Ridge kitten grind in the 2 lb. chub. We have many breeders that use that and suggest new owners to keep the kittens on the diet. And yes you can purchase by the single 2 lb. Thank you, Diane…
Puppy has Repeated Bouts of Diarrhea
Q. What would you suggest for a 5 month old lab puppy with repeated bouts with diarrhea? All fecal tests have returned normal. Thanks Kim M. A. Diarrhea is not fun, for you or the puppy. A few things you can do to help relieve his diarrhea: You can try cooked turkey and pumpkin, keep it…
A Wheelchair for my Dog
Q. I am in need of a wheel chair for our dog. Any suggestions would be appreciated. Marci H. A. I asked the chiropractor that works out of my store and she suggested http://eddieswheels.com/ and http://www.walkinwheels.com/. Diane.
Tapeworm in Cats
Q. I know for a fact that two of my cats have tapeworms from fleas. I see a mostly holistic vet here in Tampa, FL (I’m originally from Framingham, MA) but she charges about $15 for a droncit tablet. I am looking for a cheaper alternative, or another holistic vet who takes CareCredit. I have…
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