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Health / Re: Experience probiotics for yeast
« Last post by Jaysmumagain on August 26, 2026, 03:18:31 PM »
Jayne

Well Harry has daily probiotic powder, he had anal problems a few months back and I started him on Super Tummy Daily(thought being firmer stools less anal problems) by Buddy and Lola so while given for a different reason it does mention it helps with itchy skin.  Harry has had it since about June daily one slighty heaped scoop.
https://www.buddyandlola.co.uk/collections/digestion/products/probiotics-for-dogs-pouch

Worth a mention is over here that probiotics seems to be used to promote health firm stools.

Yumove do some thing as well with probiotics to help digestive support.  Also plain bio organic unsweetened yogurt is given by some folk....but then its dairy.

Just back from taking Daisy to the groomers Harry came along for the ride  :luv:
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Health / Experience probiotics for yeast
« Last post by bizzylizzy on August 26, 2026, 01:44:53 PM »
Hi everyone! Humph‘s been a bit itchy lately, he‘s often scratching his ears and dragging his face along the floor. Vet suspects yeast problem and a disinfectant spray she gave ne does seem to offer a bit of relief but he‘s started chewing his paws more lately aswell and sometimes they do seem a bit smelly. He‘s been on a kidney friendly diet which means less protein and more rice, pasta etc but I‘ve read that its the carbs that are a breeding ground for the yeast. There are loads of adverts for probiotics online which are supposed to help but there’s so much stuff being offered online I‘m not sure what to believe. I‘m reluctant to make anymore big changes to his diet though as in every other respect its doing him good.
Any thoughts re the probiotics?
Thanks xx
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Health / Teeth/jaw
« Last post by Clara on August 21, 2026, 06:06:41 PM »
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Health / Re: Pedigree Cocker 'Falling Down' Syndrome?
« Last post by Oscar22 on August 18, 2026, 03:57:16 PM »
Thank you, I will take a look.
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Health / Re: Pedigree Cocker 'Falling Down' Syndrome?
« Last post by Jaysmumagain on August 18, 2026, 01:49:54 PM »
have to admit a new one for me.

found this link which was interesting.

https://www.royalkennelclub.com/health-and-dog-care/health-dog-care/health/getting-started-with-health-testing-and-screening/dna-testing/dna-test-ef/

Hope someone comes a long with some experience for you.
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Health / Pedigree Cocker 'Falling Down' Syndrome?
« Last post by Oscar22 on August 18, 2026, 10:36:55 AM »
Hi All,

We have a 7 year old girl golden Show Cocker, and about once per year (most recently this morning  :'() she has what I believe is similar to be a 'Falling Down' syndrome episode (a King Charles' syndrome).

She basically goes down on her haunches, back legs splayed, shaking, staying conscious, and it lasts for about 2 minutes, and she then fully recovers after about 10 mins.

I caught it on video the first time, and the vets don't really have an idea what it is, and because it is infrequent they weren't too worried and didn't want to do more tests.

She is of a solid pedigree, from a registered breeder, so don't think it can be a King Charles gene!

Anyone else experienced similar, or have any ideas?

Thanks in advance.
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Health / Re: Rear leg limp
« Last post by Finvarra on August 09, 2026, 08:40:39 AM »
Dylan has favoured one back leg for a long time, but recently he was getting quite needy in being lifted up onto his chair (standing with his chin on the seat and then looking hopefully at us til one of us lifted him up. He has got 'twitchy'as well, like when someone winces in pain, so he had an X-ray last month of his back, and there is narrowing of one disc. Nothing showed re the leg.
He's been on Arthrocam for a month now, and Inhave to say he seems rejuvenated, much more lively and mobile, and being able to jump on his chair and even the bed. (I wouldn't mind some of that myself!!). Still 'twitchy', but this could be related to the epilepsy.
Hope Millie gets sorted 🤞
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Health / Re: Rear leg limp
« Last post by Murphys Law on August 09, 2026, 08:31:10 AM »
Thank you for the reply.
I will definitely go back to see the vet. Unfortunately,  I had a similar episode with my older cocker Murphy, who is still going strong.
Lots of x-rays and money spent to find nothing untoward and his rear leg cleared up on its own.
Strangely, Millies limp is far less severe but taking a lot longer to get better.
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Oldies (Over 9s) / Re: Experiences with Librela?
« Last post by Jaysmumagain on August 08, 2026, 06:37:20 PM »
Jayne yes i Move is made by Lintbells. 

Just googled Cortisan Oil and it contain Frankincense, me thinks that vet is a gooden!!  Only thing I would say is I goodn't take tumeric supplements as it upset tummy and worked better than any prune juice could ever do.

Wondered whether to try the capsules as in the States it seems to be a thing to try for osteoarthritis in the knee, but being ever cautious went for i Move - if Yumove helped Ollie I would give it a try.

Frankincense, specifically from the Boswellia serrata tree (known as Indian frankincense), contains boswellic acids that help reduce joint inflammation and protect cartilage. Clinical studies show that oral capsules (typically 250 mg to 1,000 mg daily) or topical extracts can moderately ease knee osteoarthritis pain and stiffness within seven days to a few weeks.

Only ordered yesterday and arrived this afternoon....let you know how I get on.

Love to Humph

Forgot to mention Stu sent e mail today asking if everything is running ok - said finger crossed it was.
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Health / Re: Rear leg limp
« Last post by bizzylizzy on August 08, 2026, 04:44:59 PM »
I would suggest going back to the vet, or seek a second opinion if you‘re still not happy.
My dog‘s back problem was incorrectly diagnosed because the stand in vet decided at the outcome that it was just a strained muscle, it turned out to be more serious than that, we lost valuable time and consequently he suffered nerve damage.
I‘m not trying to alarm you, Millie‘s symptoms sound far less dramatic (Humphrey was completely lame initially) and it could just be age related arthritis   but if there is some sort of back problem, it could be that she does need a prolonged rest period to prevent further damage.
Fingers crossed its nothing serious but you‘ll feel better if you know nothing‘s been missed.
xx
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