STEM CELL THERAPY IS CHANGING DOGS’ LIVES NO BONES ABOUT IT
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problems with arthritis in my elbows, and it was hard for me to get up and go places. Dr. Wilson recommended stem cell treatment to make me feel better. It was a fast procedure, and I could tell the difference in just a few days. I felt like a whole new dog! I’m not jumping in and out of patrol cars all day like I did when I was a younger dog, but I can do a lot more of the things I enjoy. I still go everywhere with Dad, and I like to help him feed the horses and shovel snow. I can also get up to my favorite spot on the sofa and cuddle with the two feline friends who live with Dad, Mom, and me. I also love any snacks people want to share with me while I go about my business. I think Dad and I are settling nicely into retirement. I make sure everyone knows when the UPS driver is here, but that’s the extent of my detective work these days. If I smell anything interesting on you the next time we cross paths, it will be our little secret.
Many dogs have arthritis, and while we have excellent medications that can help, the condition is degenerative. As arthritis worsens, drugs can stop providing the relief they did in the past. In the worst cases, dogs can become completely crippled and face euthanasia, even though they’re otherwise healthy. I never want to see my patients in that position. Many will say there’s nothing you can do in cases of advanced arthritis, but the stem cell therapy we began using at Animal Clinic of Kalispell in 2021 has proven the old thinking wrong. We’ve seen incredible results in our patients — one of whom you can read about on Page 2.
The process works by drawing marrow out of the dog’s bones, concentrating it, and reinjecting the tissue into the pain points. The process helps regenerate and heal the affected joints quickly and can last for a year or more. We’ve seen dogs with trouble standing become active and mobile within 2–3 days after treatment. Stem cell therapy won’t make arthritis disappear, but it can dramatically improve a dog’s quality of life. We’re proud to be leaders in the field offering this treatment to the Flathead Valley, and we want to ensure everyone in our area knows that options are available. We perform many other orthopedic therapies in our office as a matter of course, including repairing fractured bones. Unfortunately, we do hear stories of patients in the area being told they have to wait extended periods of time before an orthopedic injury can be repaired.
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1. Preheat oven to 325 F. 2. In a small bowl, beat eggs and set aside. 3. In a separate bowl, combine almond flour, coconut oil, and dried cranberries. 4. Once combined, pour in eggs and mix with your hands. (The dough will be very wet.) 5. Add coconut flour 1 tbsp at a time; mix well after each addition. You want to achieve a consistency that is easy to roll, is not super sticky, and easily forms a ball. 6. Roll out your dough and cut treats using bite-size cookie cutters. Tip: Sprinkle a little coconut flour on top of your dough to keep it from sticking to the cookie cutters. 7. On a cookie sheet lined with parchment paper, place your treats. Bake for 15–18 minutes or until crisp. Let cool before giving to your pooch!
No one wants to see their dog in unnecessary pain, but many people feel they have no choice. The Animal Clinic of Kalispell is more than ready to help, and we can get your dog treated much faster than these extended lead times suggest. We don’t want any animal to suffer, and we have the resources to offer prompt treatment. If you know someone who is struggling to find orthopedic treatment for their pet, we hope you’ll send them our way. As a pet lover, I know they are crucial members of your family and deserve the best care and longest life possible. We’re constantly investing in new technologies to provide the best treatments possible. Stay tuned for more advancements and tell your friends and family they may have more options than they think.
– Dr. Jevon Clark
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