IMMUNE

IMMUNE SUPPRESSION/CHRONIC INFECTIONS

Species affected: Cats, Dogs
Background: Environmental pollution, especially pesticides, exposure to heavy metals and radiation contribute to a weakened immune system. Chronic immune suppression can be genetically predisposed, as many people breed animals that are already immune suppressed. Chronic administration of drugs also can weaken a susceptible immune system. Some animals may require greater than "normal" amounts of some nutrients, especially antioxidants.
Symptoms: Occurrence of frequent infections, abscesses, bladder infections, colds, pneumonia, small wounds that will not heal, yeast infections. Other body systems may be involved such as the digestive tract, nervous system, skin, respiratory system, reproductive tract, and the joints of the body.
Diagnostics: Depend on the system(s) involved and the availability of immune function tests; in some cases, the primary diagnostics are a complete history and physical.
Special Notes: Nutritional imbalances and deficiencies are common in commercial diets. Detoxification often helps.
Principles for Supplementation: Supply nutrients that aid the immune system without overloading it.

CANINE AND FELINE PRODUCTS—IMMUNE SUPPRESSION/CHRONIC INFECTIONS

Formulas:	Dosage:	Mechanism/Purpose:
Boost27	1 capsule per 20 lb bid or 1 scoop per 20 lb bid	Maintains optimal health and supports recovery.
Canine Sports Basics12 or Canine Geriatric Basics12	Dogs: 1 capsule/25 lb sid	Provides supportive nutrients.
Cellular Forte with IP-628	Cats: ¼ capsule bid Dogs: ¼-1 capsule bid	Stimulates the immune system.
Immugen12	Cats: ½ capsule sid Dogs: 1 capsule/25 lb sid	Nutrients enhance immune function.
Immune System Support22	Cats: 1-2 tablets bid	Specific nutrients to support the feline immune system against common viral infections.
ImmunoVET-Fc12	Cat: 1 capsule bid Small dog: 1 capsule/10 lb bid	Improves gut barrier function; immune modulator.
ImmunoVET-C12	Dogs: 1 scoop/25 lb bid	Improves gut barrier function; immune modulator.
ModucareVET12	Cats: ½-1 capsule sid Dogs: 2 capsules/25 lb sid (give between meals)	Plant sterols and sterolins enhance immune function and decrease autoimmune antibody production.
Myco-ImmuneVET12	Cats and dogs: 1 drop/1 lb sid-bid (1 dropperful = 30 drops)	Increases macrophage activity, NK-cell activity, resistance to infection, IgG and IgM response, interleukins, interferon, humoral and cellular immune functions.
PhytisoneVET12	Cats: ¼ capsule bid Dogs: 1 capsule/ 25 lb bid	Herbs, vitamins, and zinc for immune support.
Yu Ping Fan San25	Cats: 2 pills bid or tid Dogs: 2-4 pills bid or tid	Tonifies Qi and stabilizes the exterior.