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“Hope for Healing Liver Disease in Your Dog”
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This book addresses Canine Liver Disease –
the 5th leading cause of Non-Accidental Death among dogs!
When my Vet came into the examining room and told me my dog had less than a month to live I was devastated. But I didn’t give up. I figured I had nothing to lose and the life of my dog to gain. I did everything I could to save my dog and it worked. The results of my research, trial and error, and ultimate success in healing Norman’s liver disease is captured in this book “Hope for Healing Liver Disease in Your Dog – The Complete Story”. I wrote this book for people like you who love their dog and want to find a way to keep them. This book has the answers you’re looking for.
Hope For Healing Liver Disease in Your Dog contains a personal story about how Norman (my then 10 1/2 year old Cocker Spaniel) and I battled against canine liver disease. The Vet gave him a month to live, and after the treatment described in this book he was healed in 3 months and lived an additional 2 years without any further liver problems. I’ve put a wealth of information together from all my research into an easy to read, concise book that will help you take care of your dog.
This is the 3rd edition of this book. I didn’t think I would update it again after the last update, but I found that there was new information and I wanted to make sure everyone who read my book had the latest and greatest information. Things have changed since I wrote my first edition in 2003 and updated it in 2007. There are many new supplements designed specifically for Liver Disease in Dogs and Vet’s are now more accepting of Alternative Treatments.
What makes my book special is that it is easy to read and has specific instructions. Most of the information out on the Internet is technical and you have to look at several sites to get all the information you need to put together your own treatment. Now, there are old articles and web pages that are wrong and do not have these updates. This book contains the latest information on canine liver disease.
Find out what food and supplements protect, reverse and heal liver damage. And discover the miracle diet that inspired this book. This book includes 10 Healthy Homemade Dog Food Recipes that you can use to help your dog live longer. Plus you will learn how to create your own homemade dog food recipes that are just right for your dog.
Find out why liver disease is usually well advanced before any symptoms are noticed. Learn how to care for your sick dog and what symptoms to watch out for. And how to treat liver related illnesses that might come up.
This book has been read by many people and helped extended the life of thousands of dogs’. I get emails from people who have used my book to save their dogs life. It can help you.
My book does not have the answer to every type of Liver Disease but it does have a positive effect on treating the liver no matter what’s causing the problem. Your Vet can work with you to determine the best treatment, but no dog has been harmed by taking the treatment in this book. It is safe. It is well tested. (Just read a few of the testimonials) Vets now have better medication to treat liver disease but they are not using everything that’s possible. They are making great improvements but there is still more you can be doing. This book covers all of the ways you can treat liver disease.
The main thing I want to give you is HOPE. It IS possible to improve the quality and duration of your dogs life. Liver disease does NOT have to be a death sentence.
You can do what I did, and do the research yourself. Canine liver disease can be treated with diet and supplements. I know you are probably worried about your dog right now, and want to learn as much as you can, as soon as possible. I can save you a lot of time. All the information you need is in my book. Order the e-book now so you can start helping your dog today. Plus there’s a “Quick Start Guide” to get you started right away.
Biggest update in 4 years! All new and improved Chapter 3 – Dietary Treatment and Management of Liver Disease. Plus Balanced Healthy Homemade Dog Food Recipes for Liver Disease with Diet Analysis.
This video reveals the alternative treatment for healing canine liver disease.
“Blessed is the person who has earned the love of an old dog.” – Sydney Jeanne Seward
It was close to Christmas 2001 and something inside me kept telling me that there was something wrong with Norman. I thought the worst. “It must be cancer. He’s going to die, I just know it.” I finally decided to face my worst fears and take him in to see the Vet. I took him to the same Vet he had been seeing for 8 years. The symptoms I described were: excessive drinking, accidents (overabundance of urine), vomiting, diarrhea (soft stools) and flecks of blood in the vomit. Dr. X did a blood test, came back and told me he had liver disease. I asked what the treatment was for liver disease and he said there really wasn’t anything he could do. The next step was to determine how bad and how far along it was by doing an ultrasound. Norman had also been taking Rimadyl for Arthritis pain in his hips and knees. Dr. X. told me to stop giving it to Norman since it could be harmful to the liver. So, I scheduled the ultrasound, stopped the Rimadyl and started feeding Norman a prescription diet food for liver disease.
The next week Norman seemed to get worse. He swelled up like a balloon weighing in at 34 pounds. I thought he was going to pop he was so big. I took him in again to see if there was something that the Vet could do. A different Vet (Dr. Y) saw him and said that the fluid should not be removed and that the body would absorb it. The ultrasound was done while Norman was in this bloated state.
The Vet who performed the ultrasound consulted with Dr. X and they decided not to do a biopsy because the liver was too small, there was too much fluid and the prognosis was not very good. Dr. X didn’t see any point in spending more money on a dying dog.
I started taking Norman in to see either Dr. X or Dr. Y every week to check Norman’s blood levels.
The last time I saw Dr. X he further diagnosed the ultrasound as Cirrhosis. At this time, I asked Dr. X for prognosis and treatment options. He said he would probably live 14-30 days and that there wasn’t a formal conventional medical treatment for Cirrhosis. Just like humans, it was a slow and inevitable death. He said Dr. Y recommended a natural supplement (Milk Thistle) that she believed in but he didn’t necessarily offer any real hope. Dr. Y shared with me that the liver is an organ that can rejuvenate but not if it’s damaged beyond repair. She ordered the Milk Thistle for me and we started giving Norman Milk Thistle and Vitamin E along with the prescription diet food for liver disease.
I went home and began to mourn over what seemed to be the inevitable death of my 10-½ year old cocker spaniel. I held Norman in my lap and hugged on him like he could die tomorrow; and I prayed to God for a miracle.
“Lord, I thank you for putting Norman in my life. I know it seems silly to pray for a dog, but you know how special he is to me and how much I love him. So, I ask if it is your will, to allow him to live. And if it’s not, I ask that you take him soon so he does not suffer. In Jesus’ name. Amen.”
With my prayers in God’s hands, I began to do research to see if there was anything else I could do to take better care of Norman.
I started my research on my computer, searching the Internet. I found very little, but I did find one article that gave me hope. It was called Sunny’s Miracle Diet. Sunny’s story seemed very similar to Normans. Sunny had all the same symptoms, and using a natural home cooked diet, Sunny was still alive after 6 months. This hope spurred me on to find out as much as I could about liver disease, Cirrhosis, Natural Diets and food remedies for liver disease. All the information I found was scattered, and one seemed to contradict the other. So, I continued to search, and purchased all the books I could find on Natural Dog Diets and Natural Dog Care. One thing was becoming clear. The ONLY treatment for liver disease was through a radical change in DIET.
During the time I was collecting my data and doing research, Norman had been on a prescription diet food for liver disease. I started noticing that Norman’s love for eating the new food was growing into what looked like a mad starving animal. He seemed to be hungry all the time and was always wanting more and more to eat. This concerned me, but it wasn’t until I noticed Norman going to the extreme of actually eating his own stool that I knew this wasn’t good for him.
I decided to take a chance and made Sunny’s Miracle Diet for him to eat instead of the prescription diet food. I didn’t have all the information about natural diets at this time, so I didn’t know that it wasn’t the “perfect meal” for Norman. But, I thought it had to be better than the prescription diet food.
Norman loved the home cooked meal and seemed to be very satisfied with it. Although I did allow him to eat more than I normally would, I didn’t let him eat until he stopped on his own. He didn’t seem to want to stop. But, I did allow him to eat several bowls of Sunny’s Miracle Diet.
As I started compiling the research and learning more and more about Natural Diets, I found that none of the books really had a “perfect meal” for Norman. I realized quickly that there was no sure-fire “perfect recipe” that I could follow. I was going to have to either hire a Nutritionist or learn what I needed to know and do it myself.
I was short on finances, so I decided to learn for myself.
The rest of this book is a compilation of what I have learned after more than a year of caring for Norman. I include what I have tried, what I have learned, what worked and what didn’t. I hope that this book saves your dog’s life and gives you everything you need to care for the dog that you love.
Since the Vet told me Norman was likely to live only another 14-30 days, trying a different food couldn’t be any worse than doing nothing and allowing him to die. I decided I had nothing to lose, and I wasn’t going to sit around and do nothing.
1) Stop using Conventional Medications! (Antibiotics, Pain Medications)
2) Start dosage of Milk Thistle (Silymarin) to support the liver (150mg 1/day)
3) Start dosage of Vitamin E to help detoxification (400 I.U. daily)
4) Start dosage of Ursodiol to add Bile Acid to help digestion
5) Start dosage of Multi-Vitamin with antioxidants (1/2 of human Multi-Vitamin per day)
6) Stop feeding prescription diet food for liver disease
7) Start Basic Natural Diet with recommendation for Liver Diet
8) Start using Distilled Water
Three months later, I went in to get a follow-up blood test for Norman. I asked the Vet about the Natural Diet and Sunny’s Miracle Diet. She was not in favor of changing Norman to the Natural Diet and stood by the prescription diet food. I told her I had already made the switch and was going to stick to it.
She ran a full-spectrum blood test to see how Norman was doing. I also suspect she wanted to show me some deficiencies from Norman’s diet to convince me to put him back on the prescription diet. The results came back that everything was NORMAL. Three months of Natural Diet and Supplements and Norman was back to NORMAL!
Norman’s liver was more than likely still damaged, but it was rejuvenating just like I hoped. My prayer had been answered. Norman wasn’t just living with liver disease, he had survived it!
Once diagnosed with liver disease, you can never fully recover as if no disease had ever occurred. So, it was never an option for me in my mind to stop the Natural Diet and Supplements.
My research continued as I searched for ways to improve Norman’s diet.
I continued to find more and more information about liver disease (in humans and animals) and how to treat it with all sorts of alternative treatments, including food remedies. I started compiling a list of all the foods that were “good for the liver” and anything that was “not good for the liver”.
Several months into the Natural Diet, Norman started having new symptoms.
Normans new symptoms included: vomiting up his undigested food in the middle of the night, waking me up to let him outside 2 to 3 times a night, having accidents if left alone for more than 4 hours, and diarrhea. At it’s worst point, Norman wouldn’t eat, and his stool looked bloody. I took Norman in to see the Vet again and she kept him overnight to determine if he was having Liver Failure, or something else. She kept an IV in him with Vitamin B-12 in it all night, and in the morning I was there to feed him his Natural Breakfast. He ate it up and we went home. Norman was better, but he was still having many of the same symptoms. He was waking me up at night, vomiting his undigested meal, and had occasional diarrhea. I was unhappy with the last visit with the Vet. So, I decided I needed some more help with Norman’s diet and supplements. I wanted a Vet who would explain more to me about his condition and give me the support I needed to improve Norman’s diet and his condition.
I interviewed a Homeopathic Vet who did not practice conventional medicine anymore. She opened my eyes to the world of Homeopathic medicine. We spoke on the phone several times, and I tried some of her homeopathic prescriptions to help Norman with his upset stomach. But, the end of this crisis came from due diligence on my part with careful note taking, and noticing all of Norman’s behaviors and reactions after every meal.
I began my analysis by taking a scientific approach to diagnosing what was causing Norman’s reaction. My hypothesis was that something in his diet was causing or contributing to his upset stomach, gas, diarrhea and vomiting. I just needed to figure out what it was. By this time, I had a very sophisticated diet consisting of a variety of meals and supplements. In order to determine what the culprit was, I was going to have to change only one variable at a time and see if it had any effect on his system.
I did this by sticking to one meal all day for several days to make sure that it came out (in the stool) okay. It takes 12-16 hours for a meal to go all the way through Norman’s system from feeding to stool. I know this through giving distinctively different meals, then watching and timing when they came out. For example, carrots are not always completely digested. Feeding carrots in one meal and not in the next will allow you to tell when that meal was digested.
For 3 days I made notes on everything that Norman did, when he did it, how he did it and what it looked like. I removed one item from his diet at a time and waited at least a day before removing the next item. Finally, I found the culprit. Rice! Once I removed rice from Norman’s diet everything went back to normal again. You must stick with the same meal that works for several days to make sure that everything is truly back to normal.
Since I am still improving Norman’s diet, I often run across something else that Norman cannot tolerate. I use the same approach when trying new items and to determine what is causing gas, stomach and gastrointestinal problems. I have found that, when liver disease is present, gastrointestinal problems frequently occur when something new is not tolerated in the diet.
Soon after this crisis, I received a call from the person who would become Norman’s veterinarian. I had found a list of Holistic Vet’s on the Internet and e-mailed one that was in my area. I had called during the crisis and she got back to me after it was over. When she called, I was pretty hard on her. I asked her a lot of questions and explained Norman’s history briefly. I told her I was looking for a Vet who would take other alternative treatments into consideration and workwith me on Norman’s diet and supplements to help me take the best possible care of him. Dr. Forster answered all my questions and we scheduled a visit for her to come over to my house and take a fresh look at Norman’s case. In order to do this, I needed to get all of Norman’s Vet records from his previous Vet. Dr. Forster gave me great insight into what all the blood test results meant and the sonogram diagnosis. This fresh look at Norman’s history was very educational and enlightening for me.
Liver Specific blood tests:
ALT – is a liver-specific leakage enzyme that is high when the body is losing cells.
AST – occurs in the liver, determined in conjunction with other liver tests (ALT, GGT).
Bilirubin – is formed in the liver before excretion in the bile.
Bile Acids – are synthesized in the liver from cholesterol.
Cholesterol – is produced in the liver and synthesized into bile acids. Low levels may indicate liver disease.
GGT – is an enzyme originating from the liver and is used in conjunction with other liver tests.
Potassium – low levels may indicate chronic liver disease.
One of the most important first steps in treating liver disease is finding the cause. Without knowing the source of the problem, you are only treating the symptoms. Dr. Forster’s initial consultation and review of Norman’s history not only helped me understand his condition, it also identified several red flags. Those red flags were then looked at with 20/20 hind-sight (perfect vision) and used to determine the best course of treatment.
The first major red flag was that 3 months before Norman was diagnosed with liver disease, I had taken him in to have his teeth cleaned and annual vaccinations. The blood test done before the teeth cleaning showed that his test for liver disease (ALT) was normal, but he was Anemic (low red blood cell count).
During and after this visit, Norman’s body was bombarded with drugs and chemicals.
If Norman’s liver was already damaged, all of this medication pushed him over the edge. The Anemia could have been a sign that he was not in the best condition to have all of this done at once.
The next red flag was his Gingivitis. Bad teeth and gums produce toxins that are harmful to the liver. And, it’s a general sign of bad health.
Finally, I couldn’t help but kick myself for giving him NSAID pain killers (Rimadyl) for his Osteoarthritis on a daily basis for over 2 years.
This reminded me of his not-so-severe symptoms of loose stools, constant drooling and gas, which I had ignored for years.
Of course, I was also feeding him the expensive commercial pet food (with rice). I had taken him in for gas and a sensitive stomach 7-years ago and never even considered that the pet food was the problem. I had been taught to feed Norman “the good pet food” and thought I was giving him the very best available.
I feel like I didn’t know anything before all of this happened. I didn’t know to ask questions. I didn’t know medications could have harmful side effects. I didn’t know commercial pet-food could contain toxins. I didn’t know bad breath, drooling and gas were signs of poor health.
Well, now I know. So, I question everything now, and I do my research. I’m educating myself and, hopefully, educating other well-meaning dog-lovers to do the same.
I can’t say for sure what caused Norman’s liver disease. But, I’ve come to the conclusion that it was probably caused by a combination of: long-term use of NSAID pain killers, untreated Gingivitis, food sensitivities (rice), over vaccinating, old-age, and poor diet (not-so-healthy commercial pet food), combined with a dog breed that has a tendency to have liver problems.
Now that we knew what caused the liver disease, Dr. Forster helped me formulate the best treatment for Norman.
Dr. Forster then did her own research and consulted another Holistic Vet and an Internist to give me additional information. She recommended other supplements and vitamins.
Notes on Supplements and Vitamins: I list brand names along with contents when available so that you can find your own source of these supplements and vitamins. There is a lot of variability in different brands, and sometimes they may not actually contain what is claimed on the label. So, stick with well-known and proven brands. I am not advertising for these items, only for their effectiveness in treating liver disease.
A complete list with recommended dosages has been compiled for your use (see Appendix A).
Since I started feeding Norman homemade dog food, specialized for his liver disease and added the additional supplements and vitamins, he has been sick four times. These were related to diet or arthritis. Each time he got sick I learned something new about how his diet (intake) affects his system.
I wish I could tell you that developing the perfect diet for Norman was easy, and that I got it right the first time. But, that’s just not the way it happened.
Instead, I would develop a meal, let Norman eat it for several days or weeks and watch to see how he did on it. Sometimes the meal would be great for a few days, and then he’d be sick again. I’d go back to the drawing board to find out what went wrong and try again.
I don’t know if I can say, “I’ve tried it all.” But I’ve definitely tried many different recipes over the last year. And, I’ve learned a lot along the way.
Now you have the benefit of learning my lessons without having to go through it yourself.
The rest of this book is the compilation and presentation of all my research. The goal is that you will be able to digest this information quickly, and start putting together your own homemade diet with supplements for your dog. As I found out with Norman, there is no “perfect diet” for all dogs. That is the main reason the prescription diet for liver disease did not work for him. It is a one-size-fits-all recipe. You will need to do your own experiments with the ingredients and recipes that I give you to find what works for your dog. I recommend that you also work with a good Vet who believes in the use of homemade diets and natural supplements.
Over a year and a half after Norman’s initial diagnosis, he is doing great. The last blood test a month ago came back with everything still normal. (See Appendix D for a copy of blood test report)
Norman also has Arthritis in his hips and knees. This is why he was on pain medication for so long. Now that he has a damaged liver, he can’t have any of the typical pain medications.
About nine months after I started Norman on a healthy diet and supplements for liver disease, he gave me a scare. Norman had been a ravenous eater and very excited around mealtime. But now he was more than just excited. He was anxious, restless, drooling, panting, crying (barking), not sleeping for more than 2 hours at a time, inhaling his food, pacing around the house, hunting for cat poop outside, and eating it.
I tried everything. I tried various homeopathic remedies for gastritis. I changed his diet, increasing and decreasing the amount of protein and fat in his food. I gave him more Vitamin C and B12. I gave him Bach’s Rescue Remedy. I fasted him for a day. I gave him Gas-X. Nothing worked.
After 5 days of trying everything I knew to try, I took him in to see Dr. Forster. We did blood tests and everything was still normal. Her guess was that he was in pain. But we didn’t know why. We decided to try a pain medication called Torbutrol.
I gave him the medication and fed him as usual. I left him alone for a couple of hours and when I returned he had urinated and soiled the house. He was lying on the floor as if he couldn’t get up. His mouth was dripping wet from panting constantly. His back legs were so weak he could barely stand to potty. He was limping on his back left leg. He was so restless he wouldn’t sit or lie down. He just kept walking around or standing with his head in a corner.
I called Dr. Forster and described his condition. She offered to come over (at 9:30pm) but said, even if she did, there wasn’t anything she could do until morning at the clinic. She didn’t think it was life threatening, but I had never seen him act this upset before. I was a scared, frantic mother afraid this was going to be the end for Norman. The best thing she told me was to get control of my emotions because my emotional state was affecting Norman.
She was right. I was an emotional basket case! I was so worried he was going to die I worked myself up into a panic. I immediately prayed for peace and for Norman’s health.
Norman and I finally went to bed, but it was the longest night of my life. Norman got up every couple of hours, and I got up with him. Finally, at 7:30am we went to see Dr. Forster at the clinic. She worked Norman and me in as soon as possible. He was still acting the same. She said he looked like he was in pain. She kept him at the clinic to do x-rays and other tests to figure out what was causing the pain.
I left him there and went off to take care of myself. When she had the test results back, she called me to tell me why he was in so much pain. His back hip has severe Osteoarthritis, irregular joint surface and severely calcified discs. At his age and condition, surgery was not an option. She recommended that I try acupuncture for the pain. I took Norman for six acupuncture treatments but, ultimately, I found diet change and homeopathic remedies for arthritis and pain worked best to keep the pain under control.
Without homeopathic remedies for arthritis pain, I would have had to put Norman to sleep. He was in a lot of pain. But now, he is doing fine. He still has a limp. But he has no signs of anxiety, crying (barking), restlessness or panting. He sleeps throughout the night, sleeps most of the day and seems to be comfortable. He doesn’t hunt for cat poop anymore and waits patiently to be fed.
I am convinced that alternative treatments for liver disease and arthritis in the form of diet, supplements and homeopathic medications WORK. I wouldn’t be writing this book if they didn’t. I know that I would NOT have Norman with me today if they didn’t work. I wouldn’t be recommending them to you if I didn’t believe with all my heart they are safe as well as good for your dog.
I hope you find the answers you’re looking for, or at least the hope to keep looking for a way to help your dog heal. I know that if you love your dog as much as I love Norman that you will want to know what you can do to keep him at your side for as long as your dog isn’t suffering.
I pray that you have as much success with your homemade healthy dog food and supplements as I have. I encourage you to ask your Veterinarian questions. Don’t give up without trying. And, take good care of yourself and your dog. You’ll feel better knowing you did everything you could for your dog.
This treatment has saved hundreds of dog’s lives over the last 9 years. It works!
Foreword 6
A Note of Caution 7
Introduction 8
Chapter 1 – Norman’s Story 9
Chapter 2 – Liver Disease & Cirrhosis 21
Liver Disease — What is it? 21
Liver Disease — Diagnosis 21
Liver Disease — Treatments 22
Liver Disease — Causes 23
Liver Disease — Common Symptoms 23
Cirrhosis of the Liver 24
Chapter 3 – Healthy Homemade Dog Food for Liver Disease 25
Healthy Dog Food Basics 25
Why Diet and Supplements Work for Liver Disease 29
How to Prepare a Homemade Meal 30
Foods That Heal 32
Chapter 4 – Healthy Homemade Dog Food Recipes 34
Chapter 5 – Supplements for Treating Liver Disease 44
Milk Thistle’s Silymarin 44
Healing Herbs and Supplements 45
Multi-Vitamin, Dietary Supplement & Digestive Enzymes 48
Avoid These 49
Chapter 6 – Caring for Your Sick Dog 50
Good Veterinary Care 50
Communication from Your Dog 50
Potty Patrol 51
What diarrhea tells you about your dog52
Vomiting 52
Urination Accidents 53
Soiling Accidents 53
Begging or Demanding Attention or Acting Very Needy53
Changes in Behavior 53
Changes in Eating Habits 54
Changes in Sleeping Habits 54
Signs of Progressing Liver Disease 55
Special Needs of Dogs with Liver Disease 56
How to Give Your Dog a Quick Check-up 56
Creative Ways to Give Your Dog a Pill 57
Bathing and Grooming 57
Non-Toxic Flea & Tick Control 58
Heart Worm Preventative 58
Vaccinations 58
Emotional Health 58
Chapter 7 – Liver Related Illnesses and Treatment 60
Allergies/Sensitivities 61
Chapter 8 – Gratitude and Faith 63
This Book is For You 63
Afterword 64
Update on Norman 64
Rainbow Bridge 66
Appendix A: Complete Shopping List 67
Appendix B: Healthy Powder 68
Appendix C: Blank Checklist 69
Appendix D: Norman’s Case History 70
Appendix E: Quick-Start Guide 81
Step 1 – Gather Data 82
Step 2 – Where to Start85
Step 3 – Care for Your Sick Dog 88
Step 4 – Check Results 90
Conclusion 91
Resources and References 92
Products 92
Bibliography (with links to Amazon.com) 92
Articles used as References 92
Canine Liver Disease Resources93
More Resources 93
About the Authors 96
By Deb Forster, B.S., D.V.M.
“This is vital information that needs to be available for every pet-lover who has a dog with liver disease.”
In my 20 plus years as a veterinary practitioner, I’ve treated many cases of liver disease, and I’ve followed both conventional and alternative methods of healing. In these pages, Cyndi Smasal has compiled an excellent guide to help treat liver disease in dogs, our best friends and companions. And, it’s in a great format that will allow readers to download it off the World Wide Web.
I started working with Cyndi and Norman four months into her alternative treatment. I’ve never met a more dedicated pet owner. She became a student and now a teacher of alternative veterinary medicine, nutrition, supplements and homeopathic remedies. I have personally seen Norman benefit from her loving care, homemade dog food and nutritional supplements.
The concept of a special diet for liver disease is not a novel one. But in this book, Cyndi addresses the topic from a very personal and truthful level. She has tried everything that could possibly be helpful for her dog, much more than what she’s listed in these pages. She’s put all the results of her research into an easy to read, concise book that fills a tremendous need in the pet-lover community.
You will find her determination inspiring in addition to solid information about a complex disease. This book is by no means the answer to all of your dog’s needs, but it provides a great start for treating your dog with liver disease in collaboration with a qualified veterinarian.
This is vital information that needs to be available for every pet-lover who has a dog with liver disease.
Deb Forster, B.S., D.V.M.
Four Paws Vet Hospital
San Marcos, TX 78666
The material in this book has been written for educational purposes ONLY. It should not be regarded as veterinary medical advice. I am not a veterinarian. Please consult with a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine or a holistic veterinarian before applying what you learn from this book.
My approach to treating liver disease is considered to be alternative by definition. My approach has not been investigated or approved by any regulatory agency. Do not use this book as a substitute for treatment by a veterinarian. Rather, use this information in conjunction with veterinary care. Always discuss the use of alternative approaches like this one with your veterinarian before trying them.
I did not receive an enthusiastic response from my first veterinarian when I discussed this approach. So, you may want to consult with more than one veterinarian regarding the treatment that is best for your dog.
Ultimately, you are responsible for the care and treatment that your dog receives. I am not responsible for any adverse reactions or effects resulting from the use of the information contained in this book.
By Donna M. Hilbig, M.Ed., L.P.C.
I have been privileged to witness the events described in this book, because of my acquaintances with both the author and Norman, the spunky Cocker Spaniel upon whom this book is based. In the following pages you, too, will sense the depths of the relationship between this dog and his human. From the beginning, it was obvious that he claimed her heart, and they belong to one another.
Being a “cat person,” it was a foreign concept to hear someone say they have to go straight home after work, “because Norman is by himself.” Seeing a dog sit and sleep in a person’s lap in the same way a cat does was mind-boggling to me. But all it took was one incident of Norman having an irritation of his “third eyelid” to understand that these two were connected in a way beyond my sensory ability. There were tears of frustration, because Norman was suffering and Cyndi wanted to help him feel better. “He doesn’t complain unless he’s really feeling bad,” she said. I went over to help as she gently rinsed his eye, and he was better. In time, I would see for myself that Norman truly is a very happy dog with a very loving personality.
Norman is also a very communicative dog. He smiles as he pants when he’s happy. And he actually “frowns” when he realizes Cyndi is going somewhere but he’s not invited. Granted, Cyndi hates having to leave him and has often fantasized out loud about taking him to work with her! So, when he’s sick, it’s very easy to tell. Norman just isn’t his normal, happy, playful self.
When he was diagnosed with liver disease, it was almost as if he had already died. He was very uncomfortable from having a swollen belly, and Cyndi just couldn’t stand to see him suffer. Amazingly, the swelling went down quickly. Then, something more amazing happened. The woman I knew as a very skilled Quality Assurance Engineer in the computer programming industry began to approach Norman’s medical condition as if it were “defective software.” She put her analytical skills to work overtime, believing that there was an eventual solution.
I was a witness to a miracle in progress as she tried one intervention after another. After each effort, she would develop a “new and improved” process. Through it all, Norman’s blood tests just got better and better! Today, if it weren’t for his debilitating arthritis, Norman would easily be mistaken for a two-year old puppy. He is truly a special dog, and he has chosen a very special human with whom to share his life.
Even though Cyndi is Norman’s “provider,” he has given her just as much, if not more. Together, they have learned to love unconditionally and to roll on the ground just for the pure joy of it. Norman’s philosophy of life is “smell everything, lick as if your life depends on it, wear your heart on your sleeve – then it’s easier to get to when it’s hurting, always express your feelings, and forgive every time you’re asked.” Sounds like a great way to live!
How much better can your dog feel when you implement the steps in my book.When you visit any of the online user groups for canine liver disease you’ll find reference to my book as “a must have”.As you debate about buying my book, think about my no-questions-asked, 60-day money back guarantee.
But if for any reason you are not happy with the material you find in this book we offer a comprehensive 60-day money-back guarantee. You won’t be asked any questions. You ask for a refund and we will give it to you. Just send an email to [email protected] and we will process your refund immediately.
Disclaimer: This treatment does not work for every dog or every type of liver related illnesses. It’s not the answer to all of your dog’s needs. It does not replace the need of a qualified Veterinarian. Please read the full Disclaimer and Word of Caution
“Cyndi,
I just wanted to quickly thank you for writing such an amazing book. Your story made me feel like I was not alone in my craziness, as my Papillion Kenzie was told she would not live through the night on Nov 11th from liver failure. After reading everything I could, and reading nothing but contradictory information, I was lost and confused. I also was not going to sit back and watch her die. You gave me hope. I am writing this with Kenzie in my lap on January 14th 2015. She made it through the holidays and is pushing through thanks to your advice and menu options. I don’t know how many days I have left with her, but I know you have given me special moments I would have never had. THANK YOU from the bottom of my heart. I have attached a picture of my Kenzie :)” –
Kelley Smith
“Hello Cyndi,
I have attached a dog picture of my 15 (almost 16) year old chihuahua named Bud. He was diagnosed with liver problems almost 9 years ago. The first sign he was sick was the vomiting. He also would hide under our bed and no amount of coaxing would get him to come out, not even his favorite snacks. When we took him to the vet, they we’re not sure why his liver enzymes were so elevated. A lot of tests and money later, the only thing they could tell me was his liver was a poorly functioning liver, probably from birth, and it was on a micro vascular level. Not a lot they could do. Fortunately, I had a vet that was willing to try several different approaches including supplements and diet changes. I found your book online, and was willing to give anything a try. I printed all the information that you provided, and took it to my vet to make sure it was the right way to go. The vet looked things over and said anything we could try would be helpful. Without doing something, my dogs enzymes were skyrocketing so fast, she felt he had only a matter of months left. So, I started on your food list, continued the supplements the vet had already given me, and added milk thistle per your information, and am so happy to say that almost 9 years later, our baby is doing well. I’m so thankful we have gotten all of the extra time to spend with him, and to my husband and I (who are childless), everyday is a blessing. He’s now older and having some issues with age, but on the whole is doing really well. And age related problems are expected at this time in his life, instead of seeing a young dog wither away as he was. So, I know this is lengthy, but I wanted to take an opportunity to thank you for all the information you provided online. Hopefully, it will continue to help dogs and their heartsick owners.
Thanks so much!” –
Ron and Kathy Bowling
“Hi Cyndi I wanted to leave you a well over due big thank you well actually 4 years overdue! Where do I begin well nearly 4 years ago in 2010 our world came crashing down, our beautiful little cheeky chappy Cocker Spaniel Charlie who had been full of life suddenly from nowhere with no warning like your dear Norman and all the other little fur babies classic symptoms after all the usual tests the dreaded Liver Diseases had been diagnosed and we were told that Charlie had only a few months to live! We were told there was nothing could be done and that all we could do is enjoying him while he is here with us. They put him on lots of terrible medications also high dose steroids and some disgusting prescription food that was not suitable for Charlie because it had far too much high fat in it he then got Pancreas problems then kidney problems which made him far worse. I felt I could not stand around any longer and just watch someone I loved suffer and wait for him to die I had to do something myself so I searched the internet to be honest I didn’t know what I was searching for? But I just knew there had to be something then there it was! That connection I was searching for ‘Hope for Healing Liver Disease in Your Dog’ after reading a small sample of your book .The connection was the story of Norman. I bought your book, and it was the best thing I did! After a full night of reading we went back to the vet taking the this book with us armed with all the great information and now with new HOPE we presented the vet your amazing book showing recipe’s and ideas advice and from then Charlie has been off all the medications except for his milk thistle and multi Vitamins he has a wonderful variety of food from your book. The vet kept my book for three weeks with the hope of helping other dogs and was ordering one herself. The Vet calls him the little miracle dog! I tell everyone about your book when people ask about Charlie. Thank you Cyndi From my heart to yours thank you XXXX”
– Binki Dan
“Morning, or is it evening?! Anyway max went bk in for more amino acid, vet was amazed by is appearance! His liver enzymes have halved, skin almost back to normal, coat looking great, still slim but not losing weight! Full of fun and being shouting and barking and looking for cuddles! She has been taking pix of him cos she can’t believe just how far he has come in basically 2 weeks! Thank you cyndi if u didn’t write ur book I wouldn’t have known how to care for him, heal him and believe. My boy has come on so well, and there is a long way to go, but we r on our way, thanks for the lift! Lol xxx”
– Catherine Monaghan
“Two years ago my beloved dog was sent home to die when her liver began failing after a series of emergency surgeries and heavy medication. Our vets held out no hope for us. I found this book online and started the basic protocul Cyndi outlines. Today our vets are astounded, her liver values are almost back to the normal range and her health continues to improve. I cannot stress enough how important this book is for dealing successfully with – and surviving – liver disease and liver-related conditions.”
– KJ Anderson (Amazon review)
“Hi Cyndi,
I downloaded your e-book last Friday after receiving the diagnosis of cirrhosis of the liver in our 5 year old cocker spaniel, Tanner. You don’t know how much hope you have given my family with your extensive research. I am so glad I came across your website. I was in such despair Thursday after Tanner’s ultrasound and the internal medicine Dr’s prognosis. My husband and I refer to your book often and call it our “bible”. We wonder if Norman was at all picky about some of the vegetables and new textures at first? Tanner doesn’t seem to like tofu, even with chicken broth on it. I guess we will resort to the granules. I know I will have many more questions to ask and observations to share with you, but I just wanted to drop a quick note and thank you for helping all of us who feel so helpless with our best friend’s health concerns.”
– Lori and Tanner
Consultation with author Cyndi Smasal
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This is a specific consultations for designing an alternative treatment for liver disease in your dog. We will be following the guidelines laid out in my book “Hope for Healing Liver Disease in Your Dog”. This includes information found in my book as well as a list of resources. We will be discussing your dog’s specific situation and I will perform an evaluation of your pet’s lifestyle and environment. We will discuss detoxification, supplements and how to transition your pet to an appropriate liver diet. I will also communicate with your dog to evaluate their emotional condition and relay any information that you want them to know. Follow-up emails and answers to your questions are included in your consultation.
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It’s been over 10 years since my dog Norman was sick and I was taking care of him. My little book has lived on to tell the story and help save many dogs. I have received so many emails and letters about how the information in my book saved their dog’s life. It makes me cry every time I read about another dog whose life was saved by the information I wrote in my book. This is why I wrote it in the first place. I had to do hundreds of hours of research and buy dozens of books to learn everything about liver disease and how to treat it. I put this book together so other dog owners wouldn’t have to do all the work that I had to do to save my dog’s life.
Things have changed since I wrote my book in 2003. Thankfully other alternative treatments have been created to specifically treat this disease. It’s much easier to treat liver disease now. Your chances of saving your dog’s life are much greater. But there are still many options and how do you know what to do and what will work. There’s much more information out there than there used to be. But some of it is conflicting. Some Vet’s still support the same traditional treatment that doesn’t work as well. Others have made steps in the right direction. But my book still has the most comprehensive information and treatment that actually works in many cases. In fact many of the websites out there are just taking the information from my book.
My thoughts and prayers are with you as you take on healing your dog from this deadly disease. Whether you buy my book or not, I hope you are successful in saving your dog’s life.
Cyndi Smasal is currently an Animal Health Coach and Pet Communicator who uses a unique method of coaching pet parents on how to take care of their sick pets with a combination of natural holistic treatment and communicating with the pet to determine their physical and emotional health all along the way.
Cyndi was born and raised in San Antonio Texas. She has a Bachelors of Science in Computer Science and had a 15 year career in Software Quality Assurance and Testing as well as over 10 years experience in Internet Marketing. Her love of saving dogs led her to leave the computer world and embark on a new journey to communicate with animals and coach others in nutrition and naturopathic healing.
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