Rhamah Italian Greyhounds

09/14/2026

🐶 ANOTHER NEW LIBRELA PAPER PET PARENTS SHOULD KNOW ABOUT:

A scientist sent me a brand-new peer-reviewed paper this morning examining a possible biological explanation for some adverse events reported after Librela.

Librela reduces arthritis pain by blocking NGF (nerve growth factor). But NGF does more than transmit pain—it also supports sensory nerves involved in bone and joint health, nervous-system function and bladder control.

🦴 THE POSSIBLE “DUAL-HIT”

Reducing pain may increase weight bearing on an already damaged joint, while blocking NGF may alter sensory pathways involved in how bone responds to stress. The authors propose this as one possible explanation for reports of rapid joint deterioration, fractures and ligament ruptures.

Research also suggests sensory nerves participate in bone repair and regeneration. Loss of sensory innervation or disruption of TrkA signaling has impaired aspects of fracture healing in experimental studies.

🧠🚽 Post-marketing reports have also included ataxia, weakness/paresis, lethargy, behavioral changes/disorientation, impaired consciousness, seizures and urinary problems. Because NGF has roles in neurological and bladder pathways, the authors suggest these effects warrant further investigation. Although this paper does not prove Librela causes these problems, it proposes biologically plausible mechanisms and emphasizes that direct evidence in Librela-treated dogs is still lacking.

Blocking NGF may affect more than pain. We need long-term research to understand those effects—and, in the meantime, informed consent matters when veterinarians prescribe this drug. Proactive pet parents avoid using it; find a qualified veterinary rehabilitation specialist with many other tools in their toolbox at American College of Veterinary Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation (www.vsmr.org), American Association of Rehabilitation Veterinarians (www.rehabvets.org), or Canine Rehabilitation Institute (www.caninerehabinstitute.com).

09/06/2026

A friend is selling these….

08/06/2026

The Environment and Climate Change Committee has published its report, ‘Paws for concern: pets, parasites and pollution’, which calls for a ban on the general sale of off-the-shelf and unchecked online pet parasite treatments. The Committee argued for a recalibration of how the UK approa...

07/21/2026

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05/19/2026

For decades, dogs diagnosed with pancreatitis were sentenced to a lifetime of ultra-low-fat food, but emerging research is changing that conversation. 👇
What we now understand is this:
🚫 Fat alone is not the villain.
⚠️ The quality of the fat, and how suddenly it’s introduced, matters far more.
A dog eating fresh, whole-food meals with clean, unprocessed fats is very different from a dog eating ultra-processed kibble that contains rendered fat or suddenly consuming bacon grease, fried scraps, or garbage.
In fact, newer studies found that dogs recovering from pancreatitis did just as well on moderate-fat diets. Some dogs on severely fat-restricted diets developed nutrient deficiencies and liver problems.
We no longer recommend prolonged fasting either. Starving the gut can damage the intestinal lining and slow recovery. Today, we know early nutrition with small amounts of fresh, highly digestible food helps pets heal faster. 💛
Here’s what I focus on now for pancreatic recovery and prevention:
✨ Fresh, low-AGE whole foods
✨ Clean omega-3 fats (EPA/DHA)
✨ Digestive enzyme support
✨ Avoiding oxidized, processed fats
✨ Maintaining a healthy body weight
✨ Preventing “garbage gut” moments
The pancreas doesn’t just need LESS fat. It needs LESS inflammatory stress. And that’s a completely different conversation. See the link in comments to my latest blog to find out more. 🐾

04/04/2026

Scientists have uncovered a potential explanation for why some dogs experience seizures and other neurological issues after taking common flea and tick medications like Bravecto, NexGard, Credelio, Simparica, and Revolution. Real-world reports show that certain dogs, especially puppies, older dogs, or those with genetic vulnerabilities, can develop tremors, seizures, or other nervous system problems. The study suggests that these drugs may reach the brain through a “back door” pathway called centripetal (retrograde) axonal transport, bypassing the usual protective blood brain barrier. Additionally, certain chemical additives in the medications, such as PFAS compounds, may increase this risk by helping the drugs enter nerve cells or acting as neurotoxic agents themselves. Overall, this research highlights a previously underappreciated nerve pathway that could explain why some dogs are more susceptible to neurological side effects from flea and tick treatments.

09/29/2025

In this photo you see two species, a human and a dog. The human has approximately 1 billion neurons in their brain while the canine has appoximately 500 million. This is a comparison of the two species and the silly expectations people place on dogs:

1) Human - Given two plus years to accomplish potty training.
1) Canine - Human wants canine potty trainined in two weeks or they will have to rehome the dog....Please take the diaper off your eight month old human and let them crawl around your floor, lets just see the results....

2) Human - Gives human babies pain relievers and various numbing agents to help appease the pain of teething.
2) Canine - Punished for chewing on things that they find that eases their pain.

3) Human - Encourages young humans to run and play with endless forms of mental and physical stimulation.
3) Canine - “I have got to teach this dog to calm down!!!”

4) Human - Given 20 plus years to complete an education and become a productive member of society.
4) Canine - Expected to behave flawlessly for life after taking just one six week obedience class.

5) Human - Given sick and personal days from work and endless excuses for poor performance.
5) Canine - Expected to perfom perfectly 365 days a year with no questions asked. Canines are also not allowed to feel bad or forget.

6) Human - Expects a pay raise anually for the job they perform.
6) Canine - Humans demand their dog perform better every year without continued education and also don’t believe they should reward the dog for the work they perform.

Canines are used everyday to keep us humans safe in a multitude of ways.
-They are our eyes when ours go dark~
-They are our ears when ours fall silent~
-They are our noses to help find bombs, drugs, cancer, and allergens to keep us safe from harm~
-They are trained to alert us to an oncoming seizure or low blood sugar attack~
-They help find missing victims of natural and man-made disasters~
They protect us from harm everyday, without expecting healthcare, a raise, a title, a better car, a bigger office or one with a view, and….they do this for us all because of their innate desire to please.
Their unconditional love is without bounds.
They deserve that in return and so much more~

Dear human....If you don’t train, don’t complain, you’re to blame.

Written by,
Deb Nabb