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		<title>Weight Loss Supplements for Pets</title>
		<link>http://pawsforpeace.com/2009/07/weight-loss-supplements-for-pets/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 31 Jul 2009 14:23:57 +0000</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Obesity]]></category>
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Contributed by Dr. Shawn Messonnier, DVM

An epidemic of obesity in both humans and companion animals has spawned a large trade in weight loss supplements. Some, such as those which contain ephedrine, have been eliminated from the market in the United States and Canada due to potential adverse cardiac effects. Some of the higher profile supplements [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Using Whole Food Supplements to Treat a Common Skin Disorder in Dogs</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 30 Jul 2009 01:30:12 +0000</pubDate>
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				<category><![CDATA[Allergies]]></category>
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Contributed by Dr. Shawn Messonnier, DVM

Atopic dermatitis (atopy,) commonly referred to as &#8220;allergies&#8221; by pet owners, is the most common skin disorder diagnosed in dogs in many areas of the US.

Atopic dermatitis is a genetic disease in which the dog becomes sensitized to environmental proteins called allergens. Breeds commonly affected include West Highland White Terriers, [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Understanding &#8220;Holistic&#8221; Pet Care: My Holistic Journey on the Road to Healing</title>
		<link>http://pawsforpeace.com/2009/07/understanding-holistic-pet-care-my-holistic-journey-on-the-road-to-healing/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2009 22:57:58 +0000</pubDate>
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				<category><![CDATA[Acupuncture]]></category>
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Contributed by, Dr. Shawn Messonnier, DVM

Selecting the type of health care you choose for your pet is very much a personal choice. While most pet owners are familiar with the typical conventional practice, an increasing number of people are choosing a more holistic approach for their pets. Some owners choose this approach for their pets [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Supporting the Immune System To Treat Demodectic Mange in Pets</title>
		<link>http://pawsforpeace.com/2009/07/supporting-the-immune-system-to-treat-demodectic-mange-in-pets/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2009 22:50:09 +0000</pubDate>
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Contributed by, Dr. Shawn Messonnier, DVM

I was recently asked the following question by a reader of my weekly newspaper column. It seems that the reader has a dog with demodectic mange and wanted to know which supplements she could use to boost the pet?s immune system while she undergoes the dipping regimen recommended by her [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Natural Supplements: Using Them Safely and Correctly Can Help Your Pet Get Better</title>
		<link>http://pawsforpeace.com/2009/07/natural-supplements-using-them-safely-and-correctly-can-help-your-pet-get-better/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2009 22:05:30 +0000</pubDate>
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Contributed by Dr. Shawn Messonnier, DVM

In 1997 I started using natural therapies in my practice as I became a more integrated doctor. Practicing in Texas I was seeing many allergic pets who really didn?t get better using conventional drug therapy. By incorporating natural therapies into my treatment regimen I immediately started seeing unbelievable results!

In addition [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Lyme Disease</title>
		<link>http://pawsforpeace.com/2009/07/lymes-disease/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2009 21:09:43 +0000</pubDate>
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Contributed by Dr. Shawn Messonnier, DVM

Lyme?s disease is one of 3 diseases in pets caused by a rickettsial organism (rickettsia are a type of bacteria.) Your pet cannot get the disease simply by exposure to an infected pet. Transmission occurs when the pet is bitten by an infected tick, which serves as the intermediate host [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Liver Disease</title>
		<link>http://pawsforpeace.com/2009/07/liver-disease/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2009 20:59:35 +0000</pubDate>
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Contributed by Dr. Shawn Messonnier, DVM

Liver disease is the catch-all term that is applied to any medical disorder affecting the liver and usually causing elevated blood levels of liver enzymes.

Liver disease can be divided into both acute (more common) and chronic liver disease. Causes of acute liver disease include: toxins such as acetominophen (TylenolR,) RimadylR, [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Immune System Support in Pets</title>
		<link>http://pawsforpeace.com/2009/07/immune-system-support-in-pets/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2009 20:54:44 +0000</pubDate>
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Contributed by Dr. Shawn Messonnier, DVM

One of the most common questions I get is this: &#8220;What do you recommend to boost my pet&#8217;s immune system?&#8221; Using nutritional supplements to boost the immune system in times of illness is very important for any sick pet. While supplements can be used to support the immune system during [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Herbal Supplements for Dogs &amp; Cats</title>
		<link>http://pawsforpeace.com/2009/07/herbal-supplements-for-dogs-cats/</link>
		<comments>http://pawsforpeace.com/2009/07/herbal-supplements-for-dogs-cats/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 27 Jul 2009 03:08:26 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Contributed by Dr. Shawn Messonnier, DVM

Every day I have the privilege of helping pet owners try to say ?NO? to drugs for their sick pets. I teach them to incorporate many therapies, such as homeopathy, diet, and herbal remedies, into the treatment prescribed for their pets? ailments. One of the main reasons we work to [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Diet and Supplements: It All Starts Here</title>
		<link>http://pawsforpeace.com/2009/07/diet-and-supplements-it-all-starts-here/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 27 Jul 2009 01:54:36 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Contributed by Dr. Shawn Messonnier, DVM

As a holistic veterinarian, I take the time to review all aspects of a patient?s lifestyle and health care. Many of my clients are ?first-timers,? coming to me for either a second opinion, for help with a chronic problem that conventional medicine has not solved for them, or (ideally) with [...]]]></description>
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