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.

Transient Erythrocytosis

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Transient erythrocytosis (relative polycythemia.) The spleen uses splenic contractions to send large numbers of RBCs into a dog’s circulation in response to stress, anger, surprise, excitement or vigorous exercise. This increases the ratio of RBCs to plasma, and is a temporary condition.

This phenomenon can account for a dog’s gums going from pale during sleep and rest to pink or red in response to epinephrine. Once the stressful event is over the number of RBC in circulation returns to normal. This is an adaptive response for survival.

Healthy Gums