I am trying to find natural remedies for thyroidism for a dog-english springer spaniel for a friend?

Question

she cannot afford the thyroid medication for her dog and her dog is 11 1/2 yrs old and would hate to put him down for this also he cannot control himself and is peeing almost all the time

Answer 1

Thyroid medication is CHEAP!!!!!!!!!!!!! It has been around for a long time and is generic. You can get a script from the vet and get it online. If she cannot afford that medication, she cannot afford a natural remedy. Most natural remedies are pretty darn expensive!!!!!!!

Dogs are almost ALWAYS HYPOthyroid....not hyperthyroid. Do not medicate on your own..killing the dog is not a great idea either!!!!

Answer 2

I agree with the previous answer. Thyroid medication is relatively inexpensive.

If one wanted to try a natural remedy - the only thing I can think of is an ioding supplement - perferably liquid form -made for humans. (Do NOT feed him any of the tincture of iodine though, that has an alcohol base.)

There is also a reletively cheap (aboutu 20$/mo) medication or two that can be used to help the dog control his bladder.

Answer 3

Making dietary changes is your first line of defense in treating hypothyroidism. Learn here https://tr.im/uphzC

Many people with hypothyroidism experience crippling fatigue and brain fog, which prompts reaching for non-nutritional forms of energy like sugar and caffeine. I’ve dubbed these rascals the terrible twosome, as they can burn out your thyroid (and destabilize blood sugar).

1. Just say no to the dietary bungee cord. Greatly reduce or eliminate caffeine and sugar, including refined carbohydrates like flour, which the body treats like sugar. Make grain-based carbohydrates lesser of a focus, eating non-starchy vegetables to your heart’s content.

2. Up the protein. Protein transports thyroid hormone to all your tissues and enjoying it at each meal can help normalize thyroid function. Proteins include nuts and nut butters; quinoa; hormone- and antibiotic-free animal products (organic, grass-fed meats, eggs, and sustainably-farmed fish); and legumes.

Answer 4

he needs to be on adrenal gland suppresent depending if its under or over active.Talk to a low cost vet,maybe from a shelter.