I'm so glad you found VMC and this video! There's never one formula that's best for every single patient. Anecdotally, I find that some PPP formulas end up being too 'rich' for some patients, however that doesn't mean there's anything 'wrong' with Purina. And a different formula (say one that's for sensitive GI tracts) may have worked for your dog. Unfortunately, the diet you're currently feeding is not recommended as it doesn't meet WSAVA guidelines and is causing daDCM (yes, both the grain free and the grain inclusive options). My series on dog/cat nutrition is linked in the video description, if you want additional information. If your dog has been on the current diet for 6mo or more then you need to see a veterinary cardiologist to screen for nutrition related heart issues. You also need to blend over to a properly formulated, research based diet that meets WSAVA guidelines. All the best!

I am so sorry that those people did this to you... It's absolutely unacceptable 😔

Ooooo that's incredibly exciting! Thank you for letting me know!

Did you happen to watch the video?

@@VetMedCorner I wrote that before finishing

Ah, gotcha! I'm so glad that you found the video!

Yes, positive reinforcement training is an absolute must! I have a video series covering the research of bmod too, for people who want more info! I'm absolutely dedicated to sharing best practices, research based info. It's crucially important that there are free videos from an expert for people to find as there's so so so much out there that's from non-experts and/or that spreads disinformation and misinformation. Thank you for your comment, I appreciate it!

I appreciate you asking! Did you check the video description? It should be linked in there!

I found it, thanks so much! I really enjoy your videos!

Thank you - you've just made my day! 🥰

Some of the time it might be okay, other situations it won't be so it's important to talk with your veterinarian about it! I'm so glad you found the video! 🐾☺️

I'm so sorry to hear about all you and your cat have been dealing with 💔

Thank you! I've been thinking for a few weeks about the best way to try do this, I take it very seriously 🐾💜

Thank you - it means a lot to me!

At this point there is no deadline, because I have no idea how much demand there will be, I don't want people to feel pressured, and it's likely that Sulala will be in need of extra help for the foreseeable future... So at this point, if it's available and someone makes a purchase next month or whenever it may be, that money will still be donated! At some point, when this changes, I will make sure to post on social media, YT, and the website to let everyone know. Thank you for the wonderful question!

Thank you 🍉

Thank you - I'm so glad!

Thank you for the question! Over KZbin it's tough to say much, but coughing isn't generally associated with this. Coughing generally needs a respiratory and cardiac work up (this usually means x-rays of the neck/chest and am ultrasound of the heart). I hope you are successful working with your veterinarian to sort out what's going on!

What you've been doing, and the way your report your dog looks, has nothing to do with the coconut oil. If you stopped it your dog would look the exact same and would be at a significantly reduced risk of developing pancreatitis. What you just explained is not accurate, research based information. It's the common mistake of confusing correlation with causation...

It's important to use a research based, properly formulated diet that meets WSAVA guidelines. It's not possible to judge if a specific formula is appropriate or not based off the ingredient list. I have a video from a couple years ago explaining more detail, if you want it as a FYI kzbin.info/www/bejne/m4nMooaBiryjZsUsi=pAjfR98THOO0idzR

@@VetMedCorner I have two dogs One male 4 yr. Old and a female she's 14 yrs old I have always made their food. Their yearl blood work is good,weight is good,my 14 year old female has very good energy. I do use N&D dog food as a topping, Kind of like croutons on a salad. I use organic meats. Turkey, chicken, venison, bison, elk And beef. So they get variety.

I'm so glad you found this video! However, it sounds like your dog has a different diagnosis (ie CKD) so although there's a decent amount of information overlap, there are some differences. I don't yet have a video dedicated to CKD; it is on my list of topics to tackle, I just haven't gotten to it yet! I also can't give any sort of information about a specific animal over KZbin, legally I am limited to sharing general information. This makes sense, of course, because as a veterinarian I need to have the physical exam plus diagnostic test results plus the medical history etc before it's possible to give information that's more specific to an individual animal. I hope that your dog does well, and that their CKD progresses as slowly as possible. You can always consult an internal medicine specialist if you want a second opinion or if your GP veterinarian has done what they can. 💜🐾

@@VetMedCorner Is it possible to consult with you?We can continue on an email? Other than physical exam (For which I have ultrasound reports) , I could share all reports and connect with you virtually?.Pls do let me know if you would be open to a tele/video consult? Many thanks for such a prompt response.

Did you watch the video?

Remember that it takes at least a week (and often two weeks) to properly transition from one formula to another. You also need to consult your veterinarian to check for medical issues that could be causing the symptoms.

Thank you for the recommendations, I will add them to my list 🙌

I really appreciate that you took the time to leave this comment. Thank you 💜

Absolutely impressive 🤯

That is not at all a dumb question, and yes, absolutely. There are very rare occasions where we might not use a breathing tube (ie something very quick, as in a procedure less than 5min long, and that is not invasive... Think of something like a small skin mass that needs to be removed), but for the vast vast vast majority of procedures a breathing tube is absolutely necessary for patient safety. It maintains their ability to get enough oxygen and it also enables us to precisely manage the amount of anesthesia they receive. Both of those things reduce the risks of the procedures dramatically, which is why using a breathing tube is the standard of care.

I hadn't thought about other senses of loss, but I think that's a really interesting idea and I like it! There's so many types of loss, and the song could absolutely fit those situations too 💜

I hope that a successful treatment can be sorted out and implemented for your cat! I'm so glad you are working with a veterinary neurologist on this 🐾💪

I'm so very sorry for your loss, a GDV is such a serious issue. I hope that the video helped answer some of your questions.

The YT algorithm needs to do better 😂 I'm glad you found VMC! Welcome!!! I'm also so thrilled to hear that you will implement proper food storage on the next bag 🙌 🐾💜

That sounds *incredible* - I can't wait to see that one!!!

I also love that lyric. I hope that you have a wonderful support system to be with you as you grieve 💜

@@VetMedCorner Thank you. I'm a member of a group that gets together about once a month to sing filk songs ( en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Filk_music ). We never criticize anyone's performance; it's just for fun. These are incredibly caring people. I know who to call for help if I need a ride because I had a minor accident, barely made it to my mechanic's shop, and now need a ride home; or if I need, say, outpatient surgery and the doctor doesn't want me to drive myself home. Perhaps more to the point, I have shoulders to cry on when I need them, and people to listen when I'm trying to figure out why something that's apparently minor FEELS important, even if it means I'm rambling. (If it feels important, your subconscious is trying to tell you something. Unfortunately, my subconscious tends to speak only in symbols, which can be frustrating.) I'm also a member of a computer club that goes out of their way to watch out for me, and have relatives and close friends who are only a phone call or email away. Songs I've put in the "Recovery" directory on my little mp4 player: SuperFruit's cover of "Rise," "Run to You," and "Happy Now." Also, for personal reasons, "Todrick Hall - The Wizard of Ahhhs (ft. Pentatonix)" {highly recommended, but only if you're familiar with _The Wizard of Oz,_ the 1939 film starring Judy Garland}.

In the chair dancing sounds like something I would really enjoy!!! Thank you for the recommendations, I really appreciate it 🙌

Ah, I love your thoughts on the song 💜 I love hearing how different people think about it.

Mitch could also have been depicting the "ghost" of the relationship that has died. My guess is that this is deliberate ambiguity - you can interpret it however you need to, as long as you catch the fact that the song is about healing after the relationship ends.

🥰 I appreciate your comment!

I thought it was about moving on after a break up - glad I'm not alone in that!!!

Thank you - this list is incredible!!! 🙌