Lion's Mane for Degenerative Myelopathy and Disc Prolapse

[@missdaisy9957]

My Miss Daisy, American Pit, was hit by a car, she had surgery, didn’t help her, paralyzed in back legs. we discovered dog wheel chairs and she had 13 more happy years after the accident.

[@tamaraspillis612]

I have diagnosed in 2017, bilateral peripheral polyneuropathy we get our lion's mane extract from FungiPerfecti. Use it daily in my coffee. I gather the mushroom in the fall. My neurologist says my condition is improving. Monitored every 6months. Thank you Dr. Jones for your progressive outlook and enthusiasm for teaching👍👋

[@kathidori8504]

Do I understand well: you use it for yourself?

[@nailartShookme]

@@kathidori8504, Lion’s Mane is for humans and animals.

[@kathidori8504]

@@nailartShookme Thanks

[@tamaraspillis612]

@@kathidori8504 yes. Hello Kathi.👋

[@kathidori8504]

@@tamaraspillis612 Dear Tamara, I didn't know this remedy at all . I wish you a constant improvement in your condition. 🙏

[@debraburgos8238]

Back in the beginning of April my little Chihuahua had to have surgery to remove all his teeth he developed a bad infection and suffers from Tracheal collapse. After the surgery I was terrified that I was going to lose him. I gave him everything I could think of everything the slippery elm the dandelion ,Hawthorn, licorice root I mean everything including Suro. The doctor told me his blood vessels to his heart was like spaghetti, and he had a murmur.4 Months later she barely detected the murmur so I just wanted to thank you from the bottom of my heart for what you do. I forgot to mention when I showed the doctor everything I had been giving Baby no lie ...She took notes of everything ! She was amazed she said he is healthy. He has a small hernia because of the surgery all the coughing he did. But because of his age, and since it ain’t bothering him we will just let it be. Thank again.

[@colleenharrigan2815]

Also want to add I get Thor's Lion's Mane from Harmonic Arts. I was so happy to see this video as I recently brought this up with my vet who dismissed it. For Thor, it seems like we are at a point where he is no longer responding, but he is 13 and for a large breed dog that is great! I believe Lion's Mane extended his life and greatly improved the quality. Now, I just need to navigate the end of life options in the best way possible for him

[@eileenlester4342]

Prayers 🙏💜🙏

[@sleepinglioness5754]

Would a brace/wheelchair possibly help him? There is an animal shelter in Greece, named Takis' Shelter. He has over 500 dogs (+cats+goats). One of his dogs is a large breed that had been hit by a car (his back legs were paralyzed). Takis had surgery done for him, but it didn't quite work (mostly due to his age), but he has a cart/wheelchair which he puts Jack in twice a day (his front legs still work, not his back). The dog's name is Jack. Here is a video showing Jack (at 2:03 of the video). If it is of some help. So sorry you are facing this. My heart goes out to you Colleen. kzbin.info/www/bejne/rKfUiaKseJymi8k

[@kiko7247]

@@sleepinglioness5754 i love Takis' work, and how he helps every animal he can, but unfortunately there's more to degenerative myelopathy.. not just back legs paralysis, sadly..

[@colleenharrigan2815]

@@sleepinglioness5754 What a wonderful man! I have hesitated on the wheelchair because my gut days Thor wouldn't like it. Maybe I am wrong though.

[@sleepinglioness5754]

@@kiko7247 Yes, I figured as such. Might show Colleen how to use such apparatus as wheelchairs and how they are being used, if wanted, especially with big dogs.

[@poolahpot]

I have read that it is very very important to make sure the mushroom supplement is from the FRUITING body....not just mycelium.

[@JC-il4or]

Wish I knew this 10 years ago. Thank you.

[@moniquegendron8438]

My 15 year old dog says thank you for your sharing this....it will help me 🥰💖

[@genevievediedericks5070]

Paul Stamets has a wonderful book on mushrooms and their health benefits and this really got us to add a mix of mushrooms to our daily diet. Our 3 pomeranians don't have any major health concerns atm., but we all about prevention, so I add fresh lions mane, maiitake and shiitake (which I steam) on a rotational basis to their home made meals. For humans, lions mane is amazing when fried in slices in a little oil or butter (like you'd fry an egg) and has a very distinct texture and taste.

[@VeterinarySecrets]

Good to know, thank you.

[@nabillayoun]

Thank you for you kind spirit and love to animals

[@SelfEsteemArchitect]

You're the best doc!

[@KeikoBushnell]

❤ I am so glad I found this and I really have to thank you for all these videos you do! I also happen to have a syringe of the inoculation for Lions Mane mushrooms in my fridge! 😁 Time to get on that forgotten project and start growing! 🍄

[@12thDecember]

Same. I'm planning on growing Lion's Mane when the hot weather passes.

[@ourcollectiveinsanity]

You rock Doc!

[@ChristinaGuzik]

US Clinical Trials for dogs with DM began in 2023, funded by AKC Canine Health Foundation, at 4 universities.

[@goldenratio5117]

How do you get into a study like this? My German shepherd may have DM... He's only 4 years old... Looking at stem cells as well

[@ginareid996]

I have a puppy, GSD, we thought had hip dysplasia initially. I rescued him so it's not known if he was ill treated or genetic. We took him to the vets, 3 xrays, thorough checks, were done n it was confirmed he has spinal cord damage. Despite this he plays with our doberman, they play football, he literally runs around like a lunatic, you would not think he had the ailment, he jumps up, is very playful and extremely alert. I'm going to try this, safe no adverse side effects. Thankyou!

[@VeterinarySecrets]

You're welcome, I hope it works well for you.

[@Doghealer528]

Just found your channel, awesome...my10yr hunterway has developed these issues while walking now. Thanks so much for this info. Will give you a update in a few months.

[@VeterinarySecrets]

Welcome to the channel! Please let me know how it goes. 😊 - Dr. Andrew Jones Get free ebook here: www.veterinarysecrets.com

[@DCARA06]

thank you for this. we’re going to try this. i’ve done some acupressure on my 13yr old greyhound and have seen a great improvement. i also have him on lots of supplements mostly for kidney failure (calcium, vit C, B complex, sodium bicarbonate and a liquid supplement that has astragalus and rihannamania root. i also give him fish oil, coconut oil, turmeric and con enzyme Q10 daily). i’m going to add this in to the mix. he’s been on the other supplements since 2018 and he’s done so well!

[@randallhesse5011]

Thank you, so much, for telling us the weight/math/index for determining dosage. I've always known it. It's a no brainer to figure out. But, it's amazing how so many people feel a need to ask dosage questions for their fur baby's weight. Just read the bottle or package the product comes in, then figure the math/ weight ratio for your fur baby.

[@Joe-xh2lk]

My 11 year old lab at an AMAZING improvement within days of starting lions mane!! It was so quick too! Please try this if you have a dog with this issue! Make sure you use a reputable company. Thank you doctor!

[@celestebrockell6438]

Where do you order it from (company) or where do you get it from? TIA!

[@mrdo_LA]

We went thru a large supply but no change and will have to go to a rip off vet now.

[@mariacomanoiu1152]

Recently, my dog was diagnosed with hip displasia. The vet did the same test you did with your dog and there was the same result (+x-ray). I became skeptical and tried lion's mane on my dog for nearly a month and the results were excellent. I will certainly continue to administer this supplement for another month to see the progress. Thank you!

[@VeterinarySecrets]

Thanks for sharing!

[@jkm8741]

Did you continue to see improvement s? We have just adopted a 20 year old pug. His owner didn't want him anymore. Im convinced she knew he had this. He us still active but starting to drag his back paw. Trying to research everything that can help our little guy. Thanks

[@mariacomanoiu1152]

@@jkm8741 Wow, 20 years old, such a good performance for a pug. My dog is 12 years old and she is feeling great. For a year now I have also been giving her juniper (a gemotherapic remedy), CBD oil and conventional supplements such as chondroitin, glucozamine and MSM.

[@jkm8741]

@@mariacomanoiu1152 Sorry Maria I have aged him 10 years 🤣🤣..he is only 10 years old. Thanks for getting back to me so quickly. I will look into the remedies you are using. Its such a worrying time. Thanks again for replying 👍

[@kkconsult1298]

You are a life saver! I am so grateful for the sage advice from you, Dr. Jones. Your protocol for getting rid of lumps worked like a charm. One vet wanted to operate on my dog and another wanted to freeze the little lumps off the side of his head. Now he has been diagnosed with DM and I just ordered Lion's Mane liquid extract. I hope this works. I will let you know.

[@traysea2657]

Very interesting..I will definitely keep this in mind!! Thank you!

[@kayhenry6293]

I’m all for things that help our furry family members, especially if it’s safe.

[@WendyKipfmillerOBrien]

So glad I found this! I love your channel so much

[@crystalfabulous]

Thanks

[@Brendi6969]

I was just at our farmers market and guy growing different mushrooms in his garage and selling there. First one his mother told me about was this lions mane for Alzheimer’s head concussions and I was just put on bp meds and was working out in heat all day when remembered hadn’t eaten or drank all day. Came in for tea sat at iron table felt awful feeling come over me snd blacked out and hit head hard on iron chair corner. I also have pheripheral nueropathy pretty bad be interesting to see if it helps my foot pain and sciatic nerves regenerate. I know a gal who’s dog just went through back surgery would this help after the fact of surgery? The surgery wasn’t successful. Still needed wheels. Love to give her this tip if so. Love your videos thank you!!!

[@sleepinglioness5754]

Stacy: I just posted this for Colleen Harrigan's comment. You should look at it; a dog in Greece at Takis Shelter is on a wheelchair after surgery; sounds like your friend's dog. kzbin.info/www/bejne/rKfUiaKseJymi8k

[@xelidonia]

Dr Jones, I live in Greece and have been following you for 13 or 14 years now. I have a 14 year-old dog, who was just diagnosed with DM, although I suspected it for about a year, but the vet was saying it was arthritis. I noticed the very first symptoms in July 2023, and is has been progressing rather slowly, but he is raw fed, he has been getting supplementation to prevent arthritis and senescence. I have a list of various supplements for him, including lion's mane but also some you were mentionning in a video about Jessy, 13 years ago. I was wondering how much longer he/she lived after that video? Our dog also started loosing his eye sight 2 months ago, it's been progessing rather fast to the point he is totally blind now, whcih does help. He had episodes of incontience, but at home cold laser therapy and cat claw (Uncaria tomentosa) supplementation seem to have resolved the problem at 90% ; I still have to get up in the middle of the night for him to pee.

[@brendalinstra3920]

I have a nearly 18 year old jack that I think would benefit from this. Certainly going to begin giving it to her. Thanks for this info.😃

[@jkm8741]

How did you get on with it. Asking as a desperate pug parent 😔

[@brendalinstra3920]

@@jkm8741 I have given all my supplemental items mixed in with their food. If they are picky, I use very tasty canned or homemade food like home cooked eggs or chicken or Turkey. Once my dog got that old I did whatever it took to get her to be as happy as possible. 🥰

[@jkm8741]

@@brendalinstra3920 Thanks for replying Brenda. Any supplements in particular? We started him on Yumove a month ago and golden paste. Plus I have been cooking him chicken and suitable veg. I want to try this Lions Mane but a bit cautious about it. Yeah we are just trying to make his life easy and happy 🥰...18 years is great for a dog by the way x

[@brendalinstra3920]

@@jkm8741 CBD is really good for old dogs. It is helpful in cutting inflammation. I have a bigger 5 yr old pit bull/pyrenees mix that I give a CBD capsule every morning in her food. She has hip issues and was limping until I started this back in June last year. She no longer limps at all. I gave my 18 year old jack Russell cbd drops in her food because she had few teeth and would have had a hard time getting it down. She was nearly blind and going dead also. I babied her and sometimes fed her by a spoon if she didn't want to eat on her own.

[@brendalinstra3920]

@@jkm8741 My daughter has a chug so I know how pugs are, stinking cute.🤗

[@Siobhan073]

Thank you! My dog has this. I just heard about Turkey tail mushroom yesterday and now lions mane today! I also use my Scenar device regularly (biofeedback device) good multi vitamin, probiotic and enzymes because his digestion is very delicate. So he is up and down at the moment.

[@VeterinarySecrets]

I'm happy to help, I hope this helps him.

[@gracelikerain87]

Turkey tail? :)

[@Zizzyyzz]

​@@gracelikerain87Another great mushroom!

[@georgetteroenfeldt8144]

You had me at nerve growth factor. Im getting some for my dog and me!

[@lizzymoore54]

Works for people too, Dr.! Thanks. 🐾🐾☺️🐾🐾

[@VeterinarySecrets]

Good point, happy to help:)

[@kh5603]

Thank you! Do you think a combo of CBD and lions mane would be beneficial?

[@poolahpot]

Also....please try V.O.M. therapy! Our dog has had only three treatments and it is really helping!!! If you live in florida near crystal river there is a wonderful holistic veterinarian - dr trish kallenbach - who administers this V.O.M. therapy. The Healing Place of crystal river fl. If you don’t live near crystal river she might be able to direct you to a qualified vet in your area.

[@dirtiehippies]

Thank you so much for spreading this information

[@marleypumpkin4917]

Thanks Dr Jones. My old dog is small and has no issues at the moment. I am going to order 2 of your Ultimate Canine formula from your website. I’m sure the two dogs will love it & it will help greatly. Postage is the same for 2 as 1 (for Ireland 🇮🇪 ).

[@VeterinarySecrets]

That's great to hear, thank you:)

[@deniseallen-blake2557]

Thank you for those information. I have a mini Doxie and have had 2 that suffered with disc prolapse. Their outcome wasn't good. I'm so glad to have this tip for my current baby. Thank you ❣️🙏❣️

[@VeterinarySecrets]

I'm happy to help:)

[@luckydubefan808]

Very helpful and good to have just in case, thanks Dr Jones

[@VeterinarySecrets]

You're welcome.

[@karlaelvis9815]

Great news! I'm already taking Lion's Mane myself for cognitive function - do you believe that this may also be beneficial for dementia in dogs? I'm going to start giving this to my 13 yr young JRT - he was recently diagnosed with diabetes, but is otherwise in good health.

[@johannahedstrom3401]

I'd really want to try this on our 20 pound 12 year old pekinese, who has trouble walking and holding urine. We have tried chiropractic which helped a little and want to next try acupuncture. Definitely will try the Lion's Mane.

[@kathleenomalley7838]

Dr. What do you suggest for spinal arthritis. My 14 yr old is suffering, my vet suggested and I have him on gabapentin . I watched your video on massage, have been doing that and that seems to give him comfort and he walks more easily. Jubal is a Shar Pei Lab mix 55 lbs Thankinv you in advance

[@eileenlester4342]

Have you tried CBD oil?

[@kathleenomalley7838]

@@eileenlester4342 you betcha

[@bethanyherrera4787]

My almost 16 y/o Lab mix (and I!) both get a lot of pain relief from DMSO at a 50%-70% concentration. All you have to do is wet the skin over the affected area, and it absorbs on its own To get beneath thick fur, you can use an applicator bottle for hair color, the kind with a nozzle. DMSO also helps relieve swelling, which is another benefit for spinal issues. I always get DMSO at 99.99% purity. It costs a little more but the reduction in odor is worth it.

[@doris5625]

@@bethanyherrera4787 what is dsmo?

[@doris5625]

@@bethanyherrera4787 dmso

[@richardmanning7601]

@VeterinarySecrets ....Thank you for this. I know there is no cure for Degenerative Myelopathy, but like you said, it won't hurt to try and see if I can slow it down. My question is; how can I tell if the Lion's Mane I buy has full-spectrum and contains both the fruit body and mycelium? I know not all do. Thank you Doc 🙏

[@kathybarrett8656]

Hi Dr Jones I've also heard lion's mane can be very good for cognitive function. What is your take on this? Thanks for all your wonderful information on all sorts of things!

[@aninaforanimals8347]

Dr Jones, I just purchased Lion`s Mane 500 mg in capsules > Would you please tell me the dosage for my 15-year-old dog Ramisa who has DM? Thank you very much. 🐾🐾

[@lauralijames6316]

THANK YOU ❤My Dogs are fine But I saw a Post of a Girl helping her dog to walk. i sharing this in FB. Oh I belive that Beef LIVER Has Taurine, helps the whole body including the Brain+ Nervs of Course Blueberries. & Bone MARROW Helps Immune System. Chicken feet and some skin like chicken skin. And fish can help with bones and joints.

[@tgtg4512]

Would you recommend taking it as prevention? I give one capsule per day to my newly rescued pup. He is about 4yo , 60lbs, switched him to raw immediately after the rescue. Doing great, but I like to prevent instead of curing. Thank you!😍

[@bethlehemasfaw9838]

My dog gaining weight a lot what I have to to make him lose weight I always like your advice thank you

[@ssmith5127]

Wow is this timely for my family. My husband has been dealing with severe sciatica for two weeks now. I think there is a disc pressing on a nerve or possibly muscle swelling impacting the nerve. We've tried so much with little relief. I worry that we need to get the pressure off that nerve quickly before possible long term nerve damage occurs. Tried the urgent care clinic, ice/heat chiropractor, inversion table, tens unit and we are waiting on a package to arrive with a device that stimulates/strengthens back muscles to help with spacing and alignment. Never heard of Lions Mane before. Will be doing my research very soon. Feel so bad for our furry family when thinking about their silent suffering with this condition. They can't even tell us they hurt like hell.

[@edmundf.kuelliiispiritualn2963]

Conservative dosage

[@Krisp138]

Mines had paralysis for 1.5 years now. Going to try this. Hes gotten some feeling back but not walking.

[@bernhardnizynski4403]

Can you give me the link to the Lion's Mane extract you are using?

[@maryespinosa9780]

May l also have what you use and where you get

[@crazeedogs]

Doctor Jones can you recommend which brand you would use please?

[@msxmargo]

Thank you thank you - I want to give my pug as much of fighting chance and if you say it helps I am going to give 12 wks and do my own research - I sorry to say I can’t afford everything thing that is said to help but I got him everything that was proven to help - and I trust you I been watching u awhile and you a huge help!

[@VeterinarySecrets]

Hope this helps

[@missesvee8760]

And did it help him ? I can't afford all the tests and treatments...

[@jkm8741]

From a desperate pug mum to another pug parent...how did it work out?

[@create-hx7pe]

What are good solutions or treatments for muscle atrophy? No kidney issues. She is on Levothyroxine and has SARDS. She is a 13 year old Cockapoo

[@lisabanerjee7942]

July 26th 2021 my pit bull Nyma just had Cruciate Reconstructive Surgery on her back leg, Question: should I start using this on her? Thank You!

[@lucifer.654]

Awesome man you are.

[@VeterinarySecrets]

Thank you

[@koerttijdens1234]

I helped my dogs by letting them run all day long. Starts with a pup, they want to play , run and fight all day long, it makes strong dogs

[@LakerLife]

Do you think extract liquid drops form is better than powder form? (absorption benefits)

[@gracerideshorses7309]

Great to know! I have a pembroke welsh corgi he’s only a year and a half old but I do worry there’s a chance he could get DM later in life.

[@VeterinarySecrets]

I'm glad this video was helpful.

[@rw5472]

Hi Dr. Jones I was wandering what daily vitamin you suggest for me to give my dog? He is 9 y.o. and no medical conditions

[@goldenratio5117]

I have a large breed VEOs Purebred shepherd. Hes 4 years old and just started showing DM symptoms with his back legs. Its terrible because hes in his prime and an absolute specimen of a dog. If lions mane doesnt work and surgery is not an option im trying stem cells.

[@rebmit01shotable]

My dog has a vet visit today, I now have to carry her up and down steps she falls over back legs cross very wobbly, she's s german shepherd and she's 11, is a wheelchair a good option? Withing the last month she's gotten worse.she still wants to play but just can't and it's heartbreaking to watch.

[@jamiehertz5705]

Hey doc I have a 14 year old brown lab. He has a lot of bumps on his body and he's getting up there but I want to ask you if cbd oil will help him as he is now struggling to get up steep stairs. How much and how often should I give him the oil ? Thank you for your amazing videos!!

[@pravdasircone1691]

Probably better off with giving him weekly testosterone shots to help with the stairs. Cbd oil can't hurt either but definitely look into testosterone replacement, especially if they were castrated.

[@judygilbreath9478]

Hello, is there a supplement you recommend to strengthen ligaments and tendons in a 5 year old 4.6 pound chihuahua…..my dog Wolfie. The vet said he probably has a genetic condition and all distal paws are hyperextended and so that is why he walks on his wrists and toes. This has slowly worsened over the past year. He is on prednisolone every other day for a year treating a skin allergy nyd. Otherwise, he is happy, playfull on a soft surface…no pain but he just can’t walk far….on grass. Thank you.

[@scottharrison812]

I have a 13 yr old wirehair fox terrier with advanced DM. I bought organic lionsmane by Superself online - but no idea how much to give him. Capsules contain 150mg lionsmane. Any guidance you can share?

[@hmmm...7754]

He's giving 1/4 of the 500mg capsule to his 25 lb dog in the video. So that would be 125mg for 25 pounds. Have you been using it? If so, what are your thoughts on the effectiveness?

[@invincibel4007]

Is there any benefit to be had from giving them considerably more? Hyperion Herbs has great medicinal mushroom extracts, btw.

[@ChaosMommaOf4]

100lb dog would get a whole capsule? 1 or 2 times a day? Please help. My Boerboel has started dragging his pack leg

[@marycrum127]

Is there any natural herbs for dogs with Polycythemia Vera?

[@judygilbreath9478]

Wolfie walks on his wrists and ankles….correction…not toes.

[@eifionphillips3004]

I give my lab 3mg of lion mane mushroom that's six 500 grams capsules, 3 morning and 3 at night. I read that 3 grams is a good amount for a large dog.

[@VeterinarySecrets]

Good to know, thank you.

[@Southernsunnygirl]

Can someone tell me a reputable company you buy your Lions Mane from? I am in the U.S. and I have a dog that is doing poorly with degenerative myelopathy. I know this will only progress but would like to slow the process as much as possible. I am also getting older, and as a nurse, my body has taken a beating from lifting, walking etc.for many years so I would like to try this myself since I prefer any natural herb and supplement over a prescription drug ANY day. Any info is appreciated!!😌

[@relaxinwax]

Look up Paul Stamets his company is based out of the United States I picked up some of this for my dog as well his company is Fungi Perfecti

[@Southernsunnygirl]

@relaxinwax ...THANKS!! 😉

[@relaxinwax]

@@Southernsunnygirl Also message your dogs feet and legs to keep the nerves awake get into the toes where the nerves are I like to use a body massager I bought for myself on my dog and keep your dog active that is a must like hydrotherapy walking on a treadmill playing fetch. Or even having them roll a ball around with treats in it just keep going and break thoughts are possible.

[@invincibel4007]

Hyperion Herbs has great medicinal mushroom extracts.

[@Southernsunnygirl]

@invincibel4007 ...thanks! 😉

[@valerieescabi6104]

How about a cat 🐈

[@Berry_N]

I've found alpha lipoic acid supper helpful for nerve pain, not sure about rebuilding the nerves. I would definitely try it before gabapentin.

[@tamaraspillis612]

Hi Berry👋 pub med has studies on alpha lipoic acid for nerve pain, diabetic neuropathy. My compounding pharmacist gave me the info. I don't have diabetes. But it is effective for my peripheral polyneuropathy, and GABA straight amino acid works too. Not the Gpentin pharma synthesis. Hope you fare well 😊

[@Berry_N]

@@tamaraspillis612 thanks, appreciate the info! Glad it is working out!

[@sigridferguson611]

I recently started taking a freeze dried lions mane extract, but turns out I’m allergic to fungi/moulds. So I might give what’s left to my 15 year old mini foxie. But not sure about the dosage. Because it’s freeze dried the texture is like coarse sand - not like the capsules in your video.

[@poolahpot]

ok, now every store is going to be out of lions mane! lol Just like the slippery elm cancer video you did....try as i might, i’m having a very hard time finding ORGANIC slippery elm powder! (From a trusted verified certified source that is)

[@marleypumpkin4917]

I got organic slippery elm in the health food shop yesterday - but I’m in Ireland 🇮🇪 !

[@carlnikolov]

Does Lions mane help for brain tumors ? My miniature dachshund (16 lbs) has one and I'm wondering if there is enough research the supports that this may help.

[@caniswolf3394]

I began giving this to my 11 1/2 yr old Shepherd/ Wolf and he has had very bad diarrhea. Is this normal? Is this a known side effect of the extract? What can I give him to stop it so he can get back to normal bowel movements? It does no good to treat one problem only to get another.

[@kellygian7237]

Can you recommend a lions Maine for dogs ? Where to buy it ?

[@gingerehrhardt843]

I would like to try this on myself. Lions Mane grows all around me in the woods. Does it need to be made into a tincture or just eaten raw?

[@s9-j942]

Please Docteur is it also apply for myasthenia Gravis???

[@lisachristie3494]

My son´s Boxer was just diagnosed with this 2 weeks ago, started with back legs giving out now 2 weeks later one of her front legs is giving out, will not eat much, no dog food just chicken, Vet prescribed pain killers one a day, she barely moves all day what should I do besides Lion´s mane?? She is 10 yrs. old, it is so sad, Please tell me what I should do?? Thank you Dr. Jones...

[@M6scorpions]

Hello Doctor, my 10 years old cane corso have DM, will lion's mane help?

[@daisy3690]

ty

[@VeterinarySecrets]

You're welcome.

[@madeleine1138]

Is this okay to give my elderly dog for what I believe is DGM. He is taking prednisone for an ear tumor.

[@Doghealer528]

hi been using Lions mane on my 10yr hunterway for around 8 weeks is this safe to use long term?, not sure if it's working for his back leg, but want to continue on.

[@stephenbayer09]

Now I got a question my mums dog he is a chow chow I guess hes always had a bit of a limp since he was a puppy but it just seems like its gotten worse as the years pass he is 7 now I always thought maybe its hip dysplasia but I just don't know. Hes been on gabapentin from the vet 1 in morning and 1 at night but I got my mum to try the 95% curcumin for night time. Problem has been his left back foot wants to turn inwards I don't know how long to try the 95% curcumin for or change to something different?

[@s9-j942]

Hello Dr is this apply for nystagmus eyes also please??

[@lindasapiecha2515]

👍😊

[@valerieescabi6104]

❤️❤️

[@beckyhines3814]

I didn't know that dogs could get ALS. Can any kind of animal get ALS?

[@lisachristie3494]

...she does drink water, but sometimes falls over when drinking water... : ( What can I do for her?

[@brettstephens92]

If there's no adverse side effects then adding some lions mane to your large breed's diet should potentially function as a preventative and potentially just beneficial for development overall right? I'd imagine it'd be better to avoid getting it (edit*: DM and DP) rather than treating it after the fact.

[@VeterinarySecrets]

Yes that may be true

[@susanroberts]

Can people use this?

[@sharianthony6904]

yes get on line or in health food stores

[@jhuot23]

Can a healthy dog take lions mane?

[@nailartShookme]

Thanks for the info. I have a senior dachshund with these issues. I’m gonna try it on him.

[@VeterinarySecrets]

I hope it works well for him.

[@spydersmom1]

Question: my 13yr old shihztu Is having sleep apnea seizures only when he’s sleeping he is on blood pressure medicine very low-dose. He does have an enlarged heart with a large heart murmur and is on heart meds. But nothing seems to stop the seizures in his sleep. Only in his sleep He stops breathing and then he goes into a seizure and we are literally staying awake to keep him alive, we don’t know what to do and neither do vets.

[@Southerngrl]

Have you tried cbd oil for him? We have had very good results with good quality oils from a health food store. Did not know that sleep apnea cld cause night seizures! Good luck

[@platinecoiffure7833]

Tried but didn’t see any improvement.😢

[@bethi0307]

We didn’t get a formal diagnosis but our dog started DM symptoms at 12 y.o. She was knuckling, she she shuffles her back feet, has shifted her weight to the front legs and any of the 4 can give out on her while walking (usually the hind legs). That started 2+ years ago and at that time I started her on Myelin Sheath from the Pet Health and Nutrition Center. It seems to have really halted the symptoms. I took her off for the last 2 months to see if it was really having such an impact. She had two falls down the back steps and started having bigger urinary accidents (no UTIs and not responsive to hormonal meds). Other reviews of that supplement talk about amazing progress of dogs that couldn’t walk that now walk again. I have her back on it now at a higher dosage and will be keeping her on it. I hope it will help you too! The first time she went on it the improvement was pretty quick, a couple weeks I believe.

[@platinecoiffure7833]

@@bethi0307 thank you!

[@hs2h]

Can small dogs get degenerative myelopathy?

[@VeterinarySecrets]

Yes, although less common

[@Montydogge]

Can anyone recommend a brand. I can't see that one anywhere

[@Tricia_JoElle]

Real Mushrooms. Great company. They have a line of pet specific capsules, along with human. Vet developed.

[@sharons5035]

Where can I buy it?

[@VeterinarySecrets]

Hi Sharon, any health food store or iherb.com :)

[@sharons5035]

Thank you ,my 10 and a half year old german shepherd has grinding his two middle nails for months in his right paw, criss crossing his back legs recently, has difficulty to stand up , recently our vet put him on carpovet after physical examination (without making an xray) he determined that he has hip dysplasia as well , based on symptoms seeing in him do you think it is enough to make dna test for DM or need to be evaluated by specialist in neurology to exclude herinated/bulging disck ,it looks to me that he is progressing with symptoms didn't see before cross crossing his legs please let me know thank you

[@manjitdigital]

In cats ?

[@neilhampson]

I bought my dog some mushrooms off of the internet and now he just spends all day staring and listening to early Pink Floyd.