My 9-year-old cocker spaniel started having high liver enzymes 2/24, loss of hair, poor nutrition. I stopped giving her everything. Slowly started adding things back. One of her "healthy" dog food brands, I suddenly found out is using Diatomaceous Earth as an ingredient. I am shocked and horrified after reading and doing research that this product should never be ingested by humans or pets although some people are doing this. It produces symptoms very slowly over time and depletes nutrients from the body and slowly destroys the immune system. I've spent thousands in trying to find out what is happening. She's been tested for immune system diseases, liver diseases, thyroid issues, and lots of other issues. That's when I started checking all of her food ingredients for all treats, toppers or other healthy food brands used. That's when I discovered the use of the Diatomaceous Earth, and this can only be the main reason why she is now showing the side effects listed by researchers. It takes up to 2 years to show side effects in animals or people. She had been a very healthy dog until 2/24. Now I'm desperate to find a way to eliminate this stuff from her system. I've stopped using the product and don't know if there is any way to help her. I didn't know they had started adding this substance to dog foods and treats. I'm horrified. Does anyone have any ideas on how to help her?
