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       Happy New Year!  We hope everyone had a safe and happy holiday and we look forward to your continued loyalty and patronage in the coming year.
Thyroid Awareness

     Huge BulldogThe month of January is Thyroid Awareness Month.  Many of our pet friends can suffer from thyroid issues and can be easily detected with blood tests at your veterinarian.  Hyperthyroidism is most common in cats, and hypothyroidism is most common in dogs. 

     If an animal has hyperthyroidism, the body's metabolism is elevated.  It can cause weight loss and an increase in appetite.  Other signs include vomiting, an unkept coat, increased thrist and urination, hyperactivity and diarrhea.  The enlargement of the thyroid is caused by a tumor but it is not cancerous.  Thyroid disease can lead to other problems including heart and kidney issues. This form of thyroid disease will typically occur in middle-aged and older cats

      Hypothyroidism is an underactive metabolism.  It's spotted by weight gain and lethargy.  It can also cause thinning fur and cold intolerance.  It usually starts to occur around the ages of 4-6 years old.  A typical sign is when being fed less food they still seem to gain weight.

     The Vet will typically run a blood test and what they test are the T-3 and T-4 hormones.  Treatment options include medication for hypothyroidism.  Hyperthyroidism can be treated with medication, surgery, or radiation.

Flight of the Pet
      When flying with your pet there are several things to consider.  The first is what airline you are choosing to fly on for your trip.  This is important because every airline has their own regulations as to where the pet can travel, what type of crate is needed and the specs for what crate sizes are acceptable to carry-on.
     Once you know what the regulations are you can pick out whatDog Flying Plane type of crate to buy.  If you can bring the pet as a carry-on then you will need a soft carrier.  These work best because they have flexibility and are typically already approved by the airlines, such as Sherpa Bags.  If your pet has to fly in cargo then you need a hard crate and the most common crate used is Vari-Kennels by Petmate.  When in cargo you will also need a sticker to say live animal and kennel cups to attach for water or food.
     Knowing how long your flight will be and if there are lay-overs is crucial as well to know the total trip time.  Depending on the total trip time you can decide whether to give your pet food or water.  If it is a short flight then giving water and food may not be necessary and could just lead to accidents.  Even on a longer flight you might consider just feeding them prior to the flight and making sure they go the bathroom before going in the crate.
     If your pet is the type to get anxious or nervous then using a calming remedy is your best bet.  There are several brands on the market, the best known brand being Rescue Remedy but there is also a lesser known product that works great as well called Pet Calm from Richard's Organics.  Both of these are all natural supplements that help to calm and relax your pet and can be given directly or in their food or water.
Happy New Year, Happy January!

Sincerely,


Mindy Dobrow
Brookline Grooming & Pet Supplies
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