HAPPY, HEALTHY HENS

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August/September 1995
 
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In general, many shepherd and shepherd-mix dogs suffer from a variety of spine, hip, and knee problems. The array of conditions is so vast that it's difficult to pinpoint a treatment to fit all. Weight reduction through an appropriate diet—not simply decreasing the amount of food-is important in treating most orthopedic problems. The more weight, the more difficult it is for the animal to heal appropriately.

In addition, pain relievers are often necessary. You can use aspirin if your dog has had no bleeding and gastrointestinal problems; dosages vary per specific animal metabolism and weight. There are many veterinarians who recommend essential fatty acids for arthritic problems. These come in many formulations and are extremely beneficial for dogs with skin, coat, and arthritis problems. I happen to believe that many of these animals, regardless of specific arthritic problem, would benefit from certain joint fluid precursors, or cartilage extracts, called polysulfated glycosaminoglycans, which can be given in oral or injectable forms.

Exercise should be restricted to short, frequent walks while repair of injured tissue takes place. Rest is essential; physical therapy can be performed at home, and if done correctly, helps the animal "warm up" for limited exercise or "cool down" appropriately. Several surgical options have become available, although your vet is best able to make decisions on whether this is appropriate treatment.

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  • lynne 12/27/2007 4:20:47 PM

    i have 6 hens all between 2 and 4 years old. they have a 6'x4'
    henhouse with 2 nesting boxes. they free range an acre everyday for
    12 hours. we did have more hens, but about every 4-6 months one
    starts getting diarrhea, becomes unthrifty and within a week or two
    dies. i change about 80% of the shavings every week. quarterly i
    clean the entire contents out, bleach everything. then when it's
    dry i dust every crack and crevice with either diatomaceous earth
    or sevin dust. this time our black sex link is sick. i decided to
    try 4 days of sulmet in their water. she seemed to improve, then go
    dowhill again. i really need help!

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