Pets & Dander: Meijer
Results 1-10 from 59 articles
Thinking About Getting a Cat ~ Need Input!
Asked by T.S. from Detroit
on February 9, 2010
-
We are thinking about getting a cat. Where do you recommended getting one? What are some of the costs involved? We have a friend and family member (not in our house...
Answers
- Looks like you have some good answers! I don't know if anyone has said this yet, but I am going to add my input on allergies. I have them myself, and had two cats be...
- I have three. We got two from the pound and one my son found in the neighborhood. The cost of the spay or neuter is usually pretty inexpensive at the humane socie...
- i would recommend checking out your local shelter. there are usually adoption fees of $100 or less depending on where you are, which is cheaper than a purebred from a ...
Dog Loosing Hair?
Asked by K.W. from Detroit
on July 30, 2008
-
Hi Moms, I'm hoping that someone out there is a vet or has knowledge of dogs and can help. My 6 year old American Bulldog has recently started loosing his hair in pat...
Answers
- K.: Hi, well I put myself through college as an Officer Control agent in Detroit with the ASPCA. I can tell you a couple of things that may help you out. Fi...
- Try a different type of dog food. It might be more expensive, but think of the long run (vet bills). Also, when my German Shepherd went through this, we bathed her bab...
- I have am Am Bulldog too. My dogs skin is SUPER sensitive, I put sunblock on him because he burns. I also use oatmeal shampoo, I dont think Id use human shampoo, dogs ...
Congestion Due to an Allergy?
Asked by C.G. from Saginaw
on June 28, 2007
-
My 4 1/2 month daughter has had continuous episodes of congestion and sneezing. Her ped does indicate that she has an allergy and keeps having us switch formulas. I tr...
Answers
- We had a similar situation with our daughter (she is 8 months old now). We had her on breast milk and Enfamil Lipil formula; we came to realize that she was allergic t...
- My 4 year old daughter could not drink anything made be similac, she could only drink Emphamill (spelling?)Lactos free good luck
- My daughter couldnt do any of the above and ended up drinking soy milk (right by reg milk at the store) Then she was able to drink 2% by 7mths..... sure stinks and u...
At Wits End with Sick cat...HELP!
Asked by D.S. from Fort Wayne
on June 22, 2009
-
Okay, I'll try to make a long story short. I've had my cat ever since he was a kitten, now he's 15 years old. 9 years ago he started getting sick and I took him to t...
Answers
- I agree that another trip to the vet might be in order. But, I have a cat that does this. I have to give her several small meals a day. She seems to gorge herself a...
- I highly recommend getting a second or even 3rd opinion if possible. Not to say that your vet is inadequate but someone with a new perspective or different set of expe...
- We have a cat that does that every once in awhile. I know it is because he would rather bug us for people food then eat his own. He will wait until he is starving and ...
Cat Urine in Carpet
Asked by R.B. from Grand Rapids
on March 19, 2008
-
Has anyone successfully used a certain product to get the cat pee smell from carpet and pad without replacing them? They are only a couple years old and I really don'...
Food Allergy Meal Ideas
Asked by L.B. from Indianapolis
on July 11, 2008
-
We recently found out that our 6 year old son is allergic to dairy, eggs, peanuts, and chocolate. We have found some substitutions. For peanut butter we use sun butt...
Answers
- My daughter is allergic to dairy as well. There is a brand of hot-dogs that is dairy free. It is called Hebrew National - you'd have to read the label to ensure it ...
- ham turkey rollups or sandwhiches and ole stand by chicken nuggets! Try trader joes fish stick too they are actually healthy more fish then breading and kids LOVE them.
- My son loves the Amy's Pizza and they come with soy chesse and several other varieties for people with allergies. I have even seen them in pizza bites. And I believe...
5 Weeks Old Infant Milk Protein Allergy Allimentum HELP Please
Asked by E.F. from Detroit
on October 16, 2008
-
Hi Everyone,
I need some help. Wondering if anyone has experience with Allimentum formula? My son is only 5 weeks old and I was nursing but sick myself with bad migra...
Answers
- E., I also had to have my son on alimentium. Yes he did not like the taste at first but after about 2 weeks he did not mind it. And he started eating his normal amoun...
- I had a similar experience with my son, and I found that drinking the Mother's Milk tea (Whole Foods) helped my milk supply enough to mix it with the formula. We had ...
- Supplementing only makes your milk supply go lower. I would nurse as often as possible, drink plenty of water, rest, and avoid milk and milk products. Would it be po...
Where to Find a Birthdaycake That Is Allergy Free
Asked by L.C. from Grand Rapids
on August 17, 2009
-
my son is 8monts old and i was wanting to know if there is any cake mixes that can be used that dont have oat,dairy,eggs,soy,wheat,orange,peanut,or treenuts, and also ...
Answers
- The cookbook Sophie-Safe Cooking by Emily Hendrix has some cake and bread/muffin recipes that can be made without the ingredients you mentioned. Bob's Red Mill makes ...
- There is a baker in Northville... Wildflours Bakery & Cafe 43053 7 Mile Rd., Northville, MI, 48167 ###-###-#### I believe the owner has experience with similar f...
- Hi L., Kroger has a cake mix made by Cherrybrook Farms. They also have cookies, brownies and frosting. You can also try Whole Foods they have a bigger selection. You w...
Kitty Litter Question (Allergic to Kitten or Allergies to Litter?)
Asked by S.K. from South Bend
on August 11, 2008
-
I have recently gotten a kitten, I haven't had one for 10 years. (and that was just temporary). Since bringing home I have shown signs of allergies.. I never had aller...
Answers
- S., Do you have any other allergies like hay fever? My adult daughter is not actually allergic to cats if they stay indoors, but if they've been outside, she starts...
- I wouldn't be surprised if it's the litter. I found that Scoop Away seems very dusty. But for me, it didn't hold together well. So, we use the generic Meijer brand. ...
- Absolutely you could be sensitive to the litter--too much dust or perfume. THe best litter I have found is Dr Elsey's Precious cat Ultra scoopable litter. I found it a...
Seeking Recipies for Child with Multiple Allergies
Asked by A.H. from Grand Rapids
on June 9, 2009
-
Hello ladies! I am looking for recipies for a little girl that is just over 3. She is allergic to milk, eggs, and wheat. She is just getting to the age where she is...
Answers
- Hi A. I feel your pain. My daughter too has the same allergies but egg is the worst. My cousins daughter is much worse and she suggested the following. Keep in mind sh...
- Hi A., You have your work cut out for you! Am I understanding correctly that your daughter is not allergic to soy? We went wheat free...for a while and switched to...
- The autism community will have your recipes. A lot of children are on a gluten free casein free diet. There is a yahoo group called "GFCFRecipes" and another one cal...
