Referral Links
Roger has found various products linked on this page that may be useful to clients and patients depending on the clinical situation. Roger has joined forces with them as an affiliate. Roger will therefore get a small commission for providing you with their information and in some cases you will get a discount too.
Water
Water is of course foundational to health. Tap water is not the most healthy, especially given that chemicals such as fluoride may be added in your area, so I would encourage everyone to filter your water as best you can afford - for yourself and your animals. Osmio provide a great reverse osmosis choice which provides the pinnacle of water purity.
Reverse Osmosis filters everything out of the water through a semi-permeable membrane.
Choose from the Fusion which needs to plumbed in and is therefore perfect for homeowners who are looking at staying in their house for the foreseeable future,...
or the Zero countertop portable unit which is perfect for those who rent and/or those who maybe have a caravan and want to take the ability to generate healthy water with them.
Herbs
When appropriate, Roger will advise people to use of herbs for horses, or other animals too. Although not a herbalist himself, he has trusted companies who know their herbs and products better than Roger does. Roger only recommends companies and products that he has witnessed good results for and has heard good reports about. Unfortunately, not all herbal products are what they claim. Some unscrupulous companies will use the wrong part of the plant (which is cheaper than the correct part) just so they can claim it an ingredient but keep costs below the genuinely good products, or use it in such low amounts that it is not effective, and you're paying a ridiculous amount per unit weight for what is in there. It is important that dried herbs are not kept in storage too long either, as the active chemicals can deteriorate if not stored properly and over time too.
Ron Fields is very experienced, and has a range of great products across the species board that I highly recommend, especially for fore and hind gut ulcers in horses. You can link through to his website using by clicking on the picture. From there you can search other products too.
Custom Braces
Cruciate Ligament Disease - usually a partial tear or rupture of the crancial cruciate ligament in the knee (stifle) joint is unfortunately not uncommon in dogs. Partial tears can heal with Scenar treatment but there is still instability of the joint until it is strong again. A custom brace will help reduce the risk of further damage and help provide stability during the healing process, including enabling controlled movement and appropriate exercise.
Animal OrthoCare who are based in the USA, manufacture a range of braces to suit the clinical situation and fit your dog. Roger can help advise you on which brace is most appropriate. Use coupon code NHSDM20 at checkout to get $20 off.
AOC manufacture a whole range of braces and supports for other joints and the back too, as well as wheels for dogs that are paralysed in their hind end for whatever reason. Although more expensive, custom products are obviously best because they fit your dog and minimise the risk of injury that might result from poorly fitting units. For that reason, although AOC manufacture generic braces too they are only recommended for relatively short term use and for minor situations that will heal and recover more quickly as per the table below.

Air-conditioning
Zero Breeze manufacture a portable A/C unit that runs off a rechargeable battery (3-5 hours) and/or off your 24v car charge outlet to keep you and your pets cool and safe from heat stroke that can lead to death.
It is not suitable to leave dogs in cars during sunny weather and to just wind down the windows. Cars can heat up very quickly just from the radiant energy of the sun, even if the air temperature isn't as hot as it might be. Dogs living in hotter climates where houses can get very hot too will benefit from having a cooler area provided for them indoors, especially when you have to go out and close windows for house security.
Not only will a Zero Breeze A/C unit protect your dog's life but it will prevent you getting a hefty fine if caught leaving your dog in a car in hot and sunny weather.
(Ships worldwide from the USA.)





