Canine Skeletal Structure
Both diagrams courtesy of: www.kingdomofpets.com/dog_health/
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Symptoms you can address through holistic animal care:
any non-life threatening symptoms that have been present for at least four to eight hours.
acute (sudden) symptoms form overexertion or toxins: rashes pustules, digestive upset, discharges, stiffness, irritability or emotional stress, individual withdrawal (often due to the results of exhaustion due to excessive vomiting or discomfort).
acute flare-ups of chronic (ongoing) symptoms.
when known allergies are present, especially during high-exposure days.
Symptoms that should be addressed thorough allopathic or veterinary care:
any life-threatening acute symptom, including severe diarrhea, bowel impaction, respiratory difficulties resulting in hyper-panting, an excessive heart rate present for two to four hours, loss of consciousness, excessive dehydration, or uncontrollable shaking.
high fever that has been present for more than twenty-four hours.
chronic symptom aggravation that has lasted for more than twenty-four hours which results in loss of mobility, uncontrollable digestive upsets, urinary dysfunction, or any other severe symptoms.
unmanageable infectious states, even if mild, lasting for four to six weeks.
Whenever in doubt, seek out a trusted professional to monitor your pet's health.
* Guidelines courtesy of: Nutrition. Newman, Lisa S. N.D.,Ph. D. The Crossing Press, Freedom California, 1999.