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Christine works with all animals. Her role is to act as a voice and advocate for your animal and provide support and guidance for you. Christine combines her clairvoyance and her natural healing background to address all aspects of your animal’s health, wellness and Spiritual needs. She offers insight into diet/nutrition, health, wellness, emotional support, behavioral needs and Spiritual growth.
Christine is the pioneer of the Conscious Animal Connection and during readings, she will help you to see your animal as a Conscious Being and helps you to strength the bond you have.
At Petpop.com you can ask Christine a specific question. You can also set up a full reading with Christine (www.christineagro.com) to get a better understanding of your animal, their needs and their desires.
Christine has been seen on Animal Planet’s K9 Karma, interviewed for Animal Planet’s “Pet Trends With Maggie Gallant”, has been written about in the NY Times, appears regularly on talk radio shows throughout North America and has written for Animal Wellness Magazine and Nature’s Corner Magazine.
Find out more about Christine at www.christineagro.com
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A: Hi,
Of all the waters mentioned -my least favorite is tap water. Recent studies indicated that water filltration is not successful in filtering out pharmaceuticals. I have yet to find out from a water purifing company if their filters will address this. I've contact several and have not heard back.
People who scoff at giving a dog something other than tap water will off use the arguement "a dog will drink any water, from anywhere." But as guardians, it is our job to provide them with what is best for them. So I don't agree with that arguement.
The thing about distilled water is that it is 'lifeless' from an energy standpoint. I'm not sure about the lack of minerals. If you are feeding your dog food that has minerals and vitamins added, the need to get minerals from the water and the amount that is obtained from water is nominal.
Spring water is good, as long as it's really spring water.
Also, as someone who works holistically, I have to give a lot of weight to the fact that the tear stains are helped by using the distilled water. The body is demonstrating an imbalance (through the tear stains).
So if 1/2 and 1/2 works - I would just suggest switching to Spring instead of Tap.
I hope this helps.
Christine Agro
Date: Jun 05 2008
A: Yes, it can be true for mini dachshunds also.
You can support her by making sure she keeps the weight off as obese dogs are more prone to developing disc problems.
Dachshunds can also suffer from a dislocating knee - so in general trying to stop them from jumping is wise.
You can get her a ramp or steps and encourage her to use these to get up on the bed/furniture.
Supporting her diet with a liquid glucosomine can also be helpful in maintaining healthy joints and moblitiy.
I hope this helps.
Christine Agro
Date: May 31 2008
A: I now how scary the vet can be.
There are a few things you can do. Flower Essences can really help. Flower Essences are vibrational medicine - they work by helping you to shift, replace or transform the energy you are feeling. You can order them by visiting www.fesflowers.com. The great thing about vibrational medicine is that it helps when needed and if not needed it does nothing so you don't have to worry about taking too much, using the wrong one or side effects.
But you do have to use it as directed as the body needs to repattern itself.
Remember these are Flower Essences - not herbs! - Red Clover can help with vet fear, Mimulus for fears, Rock Rose gives courage.
Also a catnip tincture can be very calming and relaxing.
But ultimately, if you've had a scary experience at this vet, I'd ask your Mom to find a vet that you are comfortable with.
I've seen dogs completely resist their vet. But when their people find the right vet for them, they are fine. Remember as a dog, you pick up energies and information that sometimes we humans don't. If the staff is now afraid of you it will just make your fear that much worse.
Depending on where you live, your Mom may want to look for a vet that makes house visits or a holistic vets (they tend to be more in tune with who you are.)
I hope this helps.
Christine Agro
Date: May 31 2008
A: Ah...the age old dilema between felines and humans.
Your people NEED to sleep at night, you like to sleep during the day. People are up and active during the day, doing all those things you don't understand like running the dishwasher, coming and going and watching TV.
You on the other hand are most active at dusk and dawn which is when you would normally be out hunting for small prey if you were out on your own.
Sometimes if your Mom and Day play with you more during the day - get you up, moving around and engaging you with play, you might be more willing to sleep at night.
But I know it's hard to resist when you have the whole house to yourself after everyones gone to bed. :-)
I hope this helps.
Christine Agro
Date: May 31 2008
A: Hard stool, at any time is an indication of constipation. It could be that the water content in the food is less, or there might be something in the food that she is allergic to. Sometimes 'dark' can be blood in the stool, so be sure that it isn't this. If you aren't sure, take a sample to your vet as blood in the stool is something your vet should be addressing.
I find adding a teaspoon of Liquid Chlrophyll (found at health food stores) to the food 1 x daily can address many constipation issues. If her poop turns green - no worries it's from the LC.
I hope this helps.
Christine Agro
Date: May 31 2008
A: Hi Dixie,
Mites are like lice, fleas or ticks - they are part of the world and they look for rich blood sources to survive and breed - the ears are rich with blood. Generally, if an animal is healthy, they won't have a problem with mites or other parasites.
When an animal's system gets weakend either through physical illness or stress, the body becomes a more wiling host to critters.
I'm sorry about your eye ucler. And I hope you are feeling better now.
I hope this helps.
Christine Agro
Date: May 31 2008
A: ewww...I have a problem with spiders. I am really sorry to hear about that.
I would get some therapeutic clay (french green or bentonite) make a paste and keep it on the area. I would also add to your food or give via a dropper in the mouth any where from 1/4 to 1 teaspoon of liquid chlrophyll daily to help your body process out the toxins.
The clay will also help draw it out, and is antimicrobial.
I really hope they don't have to take your leg.
Christine
Date: May 31 2008
A: Hi,
Hamsters can definitely eat celery. Just be careful not to over do it. If you do, you might end up with diarrhea.
Enjoy your celery.
Christine Agro
Date: May 25 2008
A: Hi Dixie - Blood in the eye can occur from inflamation, trauma or other conditions. It can sometimes be connected to parasites. How did your vet visit go?
Christine Agro
Date: May 25 2008
A: Staph is a common bacteria on the canine body. But it usually takes the presences of some skin disturbance such as an allergies or flea bites that cause the dog to scratch and create an opening for the staph to result in an infection.
Holistically, it's important to look for the 'root' or cause of a symptom.
Your daughter should review her dog's diet. She should remove gluten and yeast from it. Good dry foods include Halo, Pet Promise and Wellness.
She can add 1 teaspoon of liquid chlorophyll to the food daily to help remove toxins from the dogs body.
She can add 1 teaspooon of apple cider vinegar to increase the immune system. It also acts as an antimicrobial and anit fungal plus acts as a natural digestive enzyme.
Apple cider vinegar and aloe vera juice are also two good body rinses that can help keep the skin in balance.
I hope this helps.
Christine Agro
Date: May 25 2008
A: Hi Dixie,
It's really hard to say why your eye is like this. It could be anything from a bug bite to something more serious.
If it doesn't clear up, a vet visit will be the only way to know.
Christine Agro
One more thing...I did some checking and Houston Humane Society has $10 vet vists - blood tests would be extra but if your parents want to get an idea of what a vet visit might cost - here's the phone number 713-433-6453.
Date: May 05 2008
A: Hi,
As dogs age they can slow down and sleep more, but Dixie has had a serious of problems over the past few months including a cough, vomiting and diarrhea. If you are saying that her food and water intake have increased also, it is very possible that something is physically wrong with her.
It would be best if your parents would take Dixie to the vet. The vet should do a full blood panel and should test for Diabetes and a Thyroid problem. If your parents do take Dixie to the vet, be sure to write down all the things that have been wrong with her over the past few months. This will help the vets have a the complete picture of what she has been experiencing.
If money is an issue, many vets will offer a payment plan or check with your local humane society or ASPCA to see if they offer reduced fees for veterinary services.
As for the time Dixie has left, the life expectancy of pugs is generally between 12 and 15 years.
Your concern and love for Dixie is obvious. She knows you will do the best you can for her.
Christine Agro
Date: Apr 30 2008
A: It is a common condition among toy breeds. It is possible as he gets older that the ligament will tighten up and things will be fine.
Regarding his slip if he isn't limping, whimpering, there is no swelling and he doesn't have pain when you touch it our move it he's most likely ok. And especially if he didn't yelp or even blink when it happened. Puppies are pretty resilient.
If he has a sprain - there's a great Homeopathic topical gel called Traumeel that is an anti-inflammatory and analgesic. You can generally get it at a health food store.
As for his knee, I always do as much with natural remedies before going to prescription drugs like Non-Steroidal Anti Inflammatory, or steroids. All though most vets will prescribe this without thought, they can have devastating side effects. If your vet prescribes one, I would suggest googling the product and doing your own research. If you decide you want to try a more natural approach, feel free to send me another question or find a holistic vet. I advise clients to save these drugs for the times when nothing else will help.
I hope this helps.
Christine Agro
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Date: Apr 28 2008
A: Hi Lyric and Jenn,
I would never be able to take a dog back to a breeder once they were in my life, but you should definitely let your breeder know of the problem.
Luxating patellas may require surgery to fix. In some cases the the patellar ridges will wear, the groove will become even shallower and the dog will become progressively more lame. Arthritis can prematurely affect the joint.
I have had good results in staving off surgery by suggesting clients use a liquid glucosomine supplement. The use of liquid glucosomine has also minimize the use of pain medications which can have toxic effects on the body. There are two liquid glucosomines (they are very similar) Synflex and Flexicose. Both make a pet version and you can find them on-line by googling.
Both products provide dosage suggestions on the labels.
I prefer liquid supplements over pills or solids because the body more readily absorbs these into the blood stream. In some cases, solids or pills never break down and are excreted with the body receiving little or no benefit.
It is great that you and your vet are on top of this. The only thing, as I said already, is that the breeder should definitely know about this.
I hope this helps.
Christine Agro
Date: Apr 28 2008
A: I am in the States. But if you go to the Wellness website they have a store locator for Canada.
Here's the link http://www.geoserve.com/script s/esrimap.dll?Name=L&Com=fo&Db =DLROMHWell&Ds=&Cn=CA
There are also Canadian on-line sites that sell it.
I hope this helps.
Christine
Date: Apr 28 2008
A: It looks like you have an allergy to something in the new food. What were you eating and what are you eating now (brand and protein source).
Christine Agro
Date: Apr 27 2008
A: Dogs like to do this. The scratch up their scent, and make their bed their own. It's a form a nesting. It's comforting.
Date: Apr 27 2008
A: It looks like anxiety Dixie. You also don't look like you have a lot of boundaries or training. Having that will make you feel more safe.
Christine Agro
Date: Apr 26 2008
A: Fleas and ticks would not cause licking as you have described.
Dixie may have a Urinary Tract Infection so watch for continued signs of licking and unusal peeing behavior. If it continues I would take her to the vet to have her checked out.
Christine Agro
Date: Apr 26 2008
A: It could be a contact allergy - either to the bedding itself - like wool blankets, or to what the bedding is washed in or what is sprayed on it.
Date: Apr 26 2008
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When should I start to brush my dogs teeth? His teeth seem to be healthy but he is almost one year old. Thanks you?
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I would recommending starting as young as possible. There may not be any evidence of tartar at that time, but you are getting your dog accustomed to the brush and doggie toothpaste. If you start ear... Date: Jan 31 2013
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Hi, my cat got fleas 4 mths ago.She is a house cat and my neighbours cat had them so I think I must have brought them in. We did all we were to do. Have used Frontline then advocate and also Acclaim spray. My house is extremely clean with all wooden floors and we use spray and wash materials cat is on regularly. They seem to be away but then she starts scratching again and I have looked and dont seem to see anything at all. Dont know wether they are still coming back or I am being paranoid. What can I do? Could they still be laying eggs?
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Yes, there could be some left over eggs. Contact your cat's vet to be sure of your next precaution or treatment. Take a look at my site
thecattherapist.com for cat info.
Happy New Year!
Date: Dec 29 2012
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What do you guys think of home made dog food?http://www.diydogfood.com?
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To make home made dog food, you must know the exact ingredients that
your dog requires for healthy nutrition.
Date: May 11 2012
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My dog got desex will it clam him down?
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Yes, neutering your dog will certainly help to calm him down. The earlier in his life, the better!
Date: Oct 13 2011
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My dog got desex will it clam him down?
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Your dog should be much calmer within about two weeks.
Date: Oct 13 2011
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