Fat Food Syndrome; Lymphatic System Issues & Treatment

Hi Judi,
The term ‘Fat Foot Syndrome’ is a new one for me. I am familiar with Lymphedema in dogs, which is the main problem that you are concerned with in your 2.5 year old Great Dane. I found a site which discusses the problem in more detail.

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If this problem is a genetic condition or primary Lymphedema, it may be more difficult to treat, and the goal may be to control the condition.

If it is secondary to some other problem, then treatment of whatever is causing the abnormal lymphatic drainage should be addressed.

Either way, seeking the help of a holistic veterinarian to treat with homeopathic remedies or Chinese herbs and acupuncture may be a more efficient way to take care of her.

I advise NO MORE vaccinations until she is healthy. In the meantime, have a holistic veterinarian write an exemption form for her.

She should be on a healthy diet. NO DRY DOG food. Dry dog food will cause her to retain fluids, the fresher and more moisture in the food will promote fluid flow and improve hydration.

She should have her immune system supported, and provide her with plenty of Vitamins and Minerals. Try these:

– Canine Whole Body Support, a multi-vitamin/mineral supplement by Standard Process

– Immune system support:

1. OrthoMolecular Specialties, Mega C Powder
2. Missing Link Canine Formula

Another resource for vets knowledgeable in homeopathy is AVH.org.

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Take care,
Dr. Carol Jean Tillman

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DISCLAIMER: The above should never replace the advice of your local veterinarian, as they have the ability to evaluate your dog in person.

Right now it is not known if this is lymphedema or vascultis. I was given information such as a circular pattern that sometimes occurs on the paws or a loose nail bed to help identify if it might be vasculitis instead of lymphedema.

There is quite a bit out there on other breeds but Danes remain under tested and many I know are following this case closely for more information.
The GDCA recently did a survey and sadly only 1337 total in the US responded. Of that only 3.2% had done a necropsy. So unlike breeds like Shepherds and Dobies we are often flying blind.

Right now she has been to the second specialist and if/when we have another incident she can come right in so we can do a punch biopsy and definitively identify the condition so we can properly treat. So far we are good.

I am not sure this helps much but hope so.
Judi