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Finished reading the article and I think I should have to ask the vet about mixing the steroids and the honey. The vet said that because Chloe is an older dog, if she is predisposed to diabetes, this might induce it sooner. Not sure if giving her honey would affect that or not, but since it is a high sugar food, I might have to wait until she is done with the oral steroids and then start the honey treatment.
Regardless, I feel like I have more tools in my tool belt and not so helpless 
-Nicole
Chloe became a rear amp tripawd on 7-29-10. Another tumor was removed on front leg 2-20-14. Found 3rd tumor on neck 2-2015, but she's still kicking cancer's butt at age 14. Chloe's blog
Oh, Nicole...it takes some digging, but usually there's something out there. As an RN, I will tell you that I am SUPER leery of drug companies, I don't care if it's vet meds or people meds. Medication is big business. I've had tons of pharmacy reps wine and dine me, giving me all kinds of stuff ...saying "Tell your doctors to order Notgonnahelpizole for your patients! OK? OK? Want another drink? Notgonnahelpizole is great stuff! Get the docs to order it whenever you can, K? Here, have this Mont Blanc pen!"
Now of course we have to remember that just because something is 'natural' does not mean it is better. Cyanide is 100% natural and it will kill you in about 14 seconds. So we must be wise. You are a grad student, and you know that sometimes people are sloppy about their studies, their double blind lab work, their crazy ideas that are brand new just to get published. We also have to be wise when we see a study that looks promising...who paid for the study to be done? Was it a big drug company that would benefit from the results? It would be nice to think they are all out there to really truly heal us and our dogs, but lots are crooked. Lots. [Hey- there are meds that save lives, I'm not saying that. I take meds everyday for seizures. But believe me...I have to take something to counteract the side effect of drowsiness and something to get back to sleep at night, and something to fix the other side effect, yadda yadda...]
Anyhow...some stuff out there in the 'natural' and 'homeopathic' does work. But as you said, do your homework. [I'm a little surprised your vet didn't know any resources for homeopathic anti inflammation...I'm sure you trust her and she's great, but it sounds like you are doing a lot of leg work that you pay a professional to do??]
One of them is called Only Natural Pet Lubriherb Formula, and it got a four and a half paw review!
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This liquid herbal remedy has natural compounds with properties similar to cortisone, which support the body's normal inflammatory response. It also contains antioxidant to support the body in eliminating damaging free radicals. The synergistic action of the herbs in this formula are designed to help the body to clean calcium deposits from the joints, reduce free radical damage, purify the blood, tone the organs, and to help relieve aches and discomfort.
Herbs and Properties for Which They Were Selected
- Devil's Claw root(Harpagophytum Procumbens) may aid in the elimination of damaging acids from the body, may be helpful in repairing damaged nerve sheath tissue, may dissolve and remove excess calcium deposits on bone joints
- Guaiacum(Guaiacum officinale)
- Hydrangea Arborescens(Hydrangea root) may aid in the elimination of damaging acids from the body
- Arctium Lappa(Burdock root) may be a blood purifier, may be a diuretic, and may help restore the liver
- Lactuca Serriola(Wild lettuce herb) may help to relieve aches and discomfort
- Lobelia Inflata(Lobelia herb) lobeline and related alkaloids may act by stimulating and relaxing the central nervous system
- Smilax Officinalis(Sarsaparilla root) may help tone organs that have difficulty screening impurities from the blood
- Cimicifuga Racemosa(Black Cohosh root) may be a blood purifier and hormone stabilizer
- Juglans Nigra(Black walnut leaf) may be a vermifuge
- Argillaceous Earth(Bentonite clay) adds small levels of many trace minerals which may help the body utilize the minerals in the diet
- Capsicum Annum (Cayenne fruit) may be a powerful catalyst carrying other herbs to all parts of the body
About Only Natural Pet Herbal Remedies
Our Only Natural Pet Herbal Remedies have evolved from the work of holistic veterinarians and experienced herbalists to bring you a wide selection of natural health care products for your animal companion. Herbal formulas are easy to administer and easy for your pet to assimilate, making these treatments both simple and effective. Herbs are also great natural sources of vitamins, antioxidants, minerals, enzymes, and many other nourishing substances.
I do understand that not everything deemed 'natural' is in fact healthy to administer to dogs and/or humans and that even with 'modern' medicine there are side effects. Its a fine line between helpful and detrimental.
Tomorrow I call the vet to give an update and I will ask her about the honey and the lubriherb formula. Hopefully I can find out if I can give one or the other to her during or after the steroid treatment. She will be on these pills for about a week. As per usual steroid dosages; more in the beginning, then gradually weaning off.
I also picked up some RAW and LOCAL wildflower honey before I drove home. There is a fresh produce market about a block from where I live and they sell all kinds of local stuff. My brother eyed it when I got to my parents house and his jaw nearly hit the floor when I said it was for Chloe. He was like 'all of it?'. I said if the vet gives the OK, then she gets first dibs. You will eat it all.
-Nicole
Chloe became a rear amp tripawd on 7-29-10. Another tumor was removed on front leg 2-20-14. Found 3rd tumor on neck 2-2015, but she's still kicking cancer's butt at age 14. Chloe's blog
I'm sorry Nicole, if the post sounded condescending. I didn't mean for it to sound that way. I know you have been through a ton of health related issues already and have a knowledge base. Chalk it up to force of habit. In nursing, we're always supposed to be educating our patients and it's amazing sometimes the people who just know they take "a little orange pill" and not a clue what it's for.
Sorry.
Ha ha! KFN, at least your example was "a little orange pill!" This morning when I was getting out my generic Alleve, I was struck by how the "little blue pills" look exactly like my uncle-in-law's Viagra!
No little blue pills for Chloe but plenty of TLC, honey and sloppy food. Hope she's on the mend right away and tomorrow's phone call brings a plan. Keep us posted.
Shari
From abandoned puppy to Tripawd Warrior Dude, Dakota became one of the 2011 February Furballs due to STS. Our incredibly sweet friend lived with grace and dignity till he impulsively raced over the Bridge on 12-15-12.
Dakota's thoughtful and erudite blog is at http://shari.tr.....pawds.com/
kungfunurse said
I'm sorry Nicole, if the post sounded condescending. I didn't mean for it to sound that way. I know you have been through a ton of health related issues already and have a knowledge base. Chalk it up to force of habit. In nursing, we're always supposed to be educating our patients and it's amazing sometimes the people who just know they take "a little orange pill" and not a clue what it's for.Sorry.
Oh, I'm sorry if what I said came off weird, I was only trying to concur with you about drugs vs hollistic treatments
, I didn't interpret it any other way . Even in Marine Science, certain research gets pushed through faster and with less empirical evidence if it is 'in fad'. I am sure there is a better way I could have written my previous post, I just finished a 6hr drive, so I might be a bit loopy. Hard to convey 'tone' with the written word. Things are so easily misconstrued.
So to set the record straight: I really appreciate your suggestions, since I've been overwhelmed looking online. 
No need to be sorry; I also appreciate all of your knowledge on the subject and what your experience has been as a people nurse since I am not very acquainted with the medical field.
Chloe became a rear amp tripawd on 7-29-10. Another tumor was removed on front leg 2-20-14. Found 3rd tumor on neck 2-2015, but she's still kicking cancer's butt at age 14. Chloe's blog
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