Second Chance Facts and Resources

Hemopet In Jeopardy: Please Help

This Is A Link To Donate To Hemopet

Dermatology Resources

Dr. Dodds: Lumps and Bumps, Iatrogenic Hyperadrenocorticism in Dogs, Images of Cushing’s Disease Skin Conditions

Parasite Resources

Tick Information Link, Flea / Tick / Heartworm Medications, Pesticides Info, Dr. Dodds: Zika Virus.

Nutrition Resources

Liver Cleansing Diet, Nutrigenomics, Home Cooking and Protein For Seniors, Dogaware Nutritional Website.

Supplement Resources

Guidelines on How to Use Supplements Wisely, Information About Using Kelp in Canine Diets.

Medication Resources

Information About Drugs Used in AIHA Treatment and Flea/Tick and Heartworm Medications.

Canine Hypothyroidism

Canine Hypothyroidism: Dr. Karen Becker Interviews Dr. Dodds About The Hidden Signs of Hypothyroidism.

Vaccine Resources

Dr. Dodds Video, 2016 Minimal and Non Core Vaccinations, Kennel Cough, Leptospirosis, Lyme, Influenza.

Hemopet Resources

Blood Bank, Consultation Form, Test Forms, Information on Hypothyroidism and Clotting disorders.

Polycythemia

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Polycythemia is the presence of a larger than normal volume/amount of red blood cells in the blood stream, i.e. abnormally high PCV/HCT. Polycythemia can be primary (abnormality of the bone marrow/hereditary) or secondary (unnatural increase in erythropoeitin for various reasons). Transfusions can also cause polycythemia.

Certain breeds of dogs such as sighthounds (e.g. greyhounds) have naturally higher PCV/HCT levels, therefore higher than average levels are actually quite normal in these breeds. For this reason, they make very good blood donors.