Standard Process Canine Thyroid Support

Thyroid dysfunction is a prevalent issue in pets. This hormonal imbalance is influenced by various factors including autoimmune components, environmental toxicity, and the suppression effects of other diseases. The intricate relationship between diet and gut bacteria health also plays a significant role in thyroid health.

One of the complexities of thyroid disease is its insidious onset. The changes in thyroid hormones are often gradual, becoming noticeable as pets age. It’s not uncommon for pet owners to suddenly realize their older dog has become obese, lethargic, and is shedding excessively, or their cat has lost weight, exhibits saggy skin, and shows weakness in jumping.

Conventional veterinary medicine often prescribes artificial hormones as a remedy. However, this approach can lead to the thyroid gland shutting down further, exacerbating the issue. In my practice, I advocate for a more holistic approach, focusing on supporting the thyroid gland to heal and balance naturally.

I’ve observed significant improvements in pets that are treated with whole-food supplements before the commencement of artificial hormones. These pets often exhibit a resolution of symptoms and a balanced hormone activity. Even in pets that have been on medication for a prolonged period, integrating natural supplements can reduce the dependency on artificial hormones by up to 50%.

Thyroid hormones are integral to whole-body metabolism, tissue growth, and the immune system. I’ve extensively used Standard Process Canine Thyroid Support to enhance the overall health of both cats and dogs, witnessing remarkable results within a few months. This supplement is instrumental in addressing the multifaceted challenges of thyroid disease.

A comprehensive understanding of your pet’s health, coupled with a balanced approach to treatment, can significantly mitigate the impacts of thyroid dysfunction. By focusing on natural, supportive treatments, we can promote the holistic well-being of our pets, ensuring they lead healthy, vibrant lives.

The following information is a summary and review based on Dr. Candy’s professional experience and recommendations. Any summary or statement has not been provided nor influenced by the manufacturer.

Common Signs of Hypothyroidism in Dogs:

Weight Gain: One of the most noticeable signs, where the dog puts on extra pounds despite a normal diet and exercise routine.
Low Energy: Affected dogs tend to be less playful and active, showing a noticeable decrease in energy levels.
Lethargy: Dogs with hypothyroidism often appear tired and uninterested, spending more time sleeping or resting.
Slow Heart Rate: A reduced heart rate is common, which can sometimes lead to other health issues.
Dry Skin and Coat: The skin may become flaky and the coat dull, losing its luster and shine.
Excessive Shedding: A significant increase in shedding, leading to thinning fur or bald spots.
Cold Paws: The dog’s paws are often cold to the touch, indicating a drop in body temperature.
Poor Circulation: Symptoms like cold paws are often due to decreased blood circulation, another common sign of hypothyroidism.

Each of these symptoms can significantly impact the quality of life of affected dogs, making early detection and appropriate management crucial.

Standard Process Canine Thyroid Support Suggested Uses:

General Thyroid Support: This supplement is designed to provide overall support to the thyroid gland, promoting its health and optimal functioning.
Hypothyroidism: It aids in alleviating the symptoms of hypothyroidism, enhancing the gland’s ability to produce necessary hormones.
Hyperthyroidism: Although less common in dogs, hyperthyroidism symptoms can also be managed, balancing the excessive production of thyroid hormones.
Constipation: By improving metabolic processes, the supplement aids in resolving digestive issues like constipation.
Unexplained Itching: It helps alleviate unexplained itching, often linked to thyroid imbalances affecting the skin and coat.
Stress and Anxiety: The balanced hormonal levels promoted by the supplement contribute to improved mental health, reducing stress and anxiety in pets.
Adrenal Dysfunction: It also supports adrenal health, ensuring a balanced interaction between the adrenal and thyroid glands for optimal endocrine function.

Utilizing Standard Process Canine Thyroid Support can significantly contribute to the holistic well-being of your pet, addressing both the underlying and symptomatic issues associated with thyroid imbalances.

Ingredients: Eleutherococcus senticosus, bovine liver, bovine orchic extract, bovine adrenal, bovine thyroid PMG™ extract (processed to remove its thyroxine), Tillandsia usneoides, mushroom, buckwheat leaf juice and seed, calcium lactate, Perna canaliculus, carrot, bovine adrenal PMG™ extract, sunflower lecithin, porcine ovary PMG™ extract, kelp, wheat germ oil, rice bran, bone meal, pea vine juice, defatted wheat germ, alfalfa juice, bovine heart PMG™ extract, porcine duodenum, para-aminobenzoate, oat flour, ribonucleic acid, porcine brain, calcium glycerophosphate, and ascorbic acid.

Individual Ingredient Benefits of Standard Process Thyroid Support

*Eleutherococcus senticosus*	Reduce oxygen free radicals, decrease inflammation, improve cell machinery function, increases the immune system, and balances stress hormones
Bovine Liver	Boosts the health of liver cells, improves detoxification, and provides vitamin A complex
Bovine Orchic Extract	Improves absorption and distribution of vitamins
Bovine Adrenal	Provides whole vitamin C complexes, and improves the efficiency of cellular energy production
Bovine Thyroid PMG Extract	Supplies exact proteins and compounds to heal thyroid tissue and neutralizes potential auto-immune components
*Tillandsia Usneoides*	Balances blood sugar, anti-bacterial, anti-viral
Mushroom Powder	Antioxidant, immune system support, provides whole vitamin C complexes, proven medicinal properties in TCM
Buckwheat Leaf Juice	Extremely dense supply of vitamin E, reduction/reduced inflammation, protects arteries, veins, and capillaries
Calcium Lactate	Bioavailable source for calcium, improves the immune system, prevents secondary infections
Flaxseed Oil	Provides Omega 3’s to reduce inflammation naturally, balances previous poor nutrition
Bovine Adrenal PMG	Provides whole vitamin C complexes, improves the efficiency of cellular energy production, balances adrenal glands and stress hormones
Soybean Lecithin	Balances nervous system signals, balances the thyroid and immune systems
Kelp	Good source of iodine necessary for thyroid hormone production, dense trace minerals
Wheat Germ Oil	Concentrated source of vitamin E complex, reduces inflammation, improves heart tissue
Rice Bran	Provides whole vitamin B complex, important for energy production
Bone Meal	Provides calcium and phosphorus, supplies important components for connective tissue repair
Pea Vine Juice	Anti-inflammatory in heart and blood vessels, dense source of whole vitamin E complex
Defatted Wheat Germ	Provides minerals, and acts as an antioxidant
Alfalfa Juice	Packed with protein and calcium, anti-inflammatory
Porcine Duodenum	Improves digestion, decreases pancreas inflammation

Canine Thyroid Support Complementary Supplements:

Important Mineral Measurements:

Calcium 8 mg per 1/2 teaspoon
Phosphorus 5 mg per 1/2 teaspoon
Sodium 25 mg per 1/2 teaspoon

Supplement Dosing Chart:

1-10 lbs	1/8 teaspoon once per day
11-20 lbs	1/8 teaspoon twice per day
21-40 lbs	¼ teaspoon twice per day
41-60 lbs	½ teaspoon twice per day
61-80 lbs	¾ teaspoon twice per day
> 80 lbs	1 teaspoon twice per day

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Important Supplement Information:

These supplements should all be given twice a day.
Most clients sprinkle it on their pet’s food.
Because these supplements are made from whole foods, and not chemicals, doses are highly palatable. In fact, it often seems like animals instinctively know what their body needs and gobble it up quickly.

When beginning supplementation, I recommend the following taper-up process. This is only because these ingredients are so nutrient-dense. We can decrease your pet’s adjustment period, which may result in a soft stool. This adjustment phase is generally 1-2 days long and normal consistency of stool will return to normal without treatment.

WEEK 1 1/8 teaspoon
WEEK 2 ¼ teaspoon
WEEK 3 ½ teaspoon
WEEK 4 1 teaspoon

Once you get to your pet’s maintenance dose, based on the dosage chart, continue at this dose.

For example: If your pet weighs 35 lbs –

WEEK 1 1/8 teaspoon
WEEK 2 ¼ teaspoon
WEEK 3 Stay at ¼ teaspoon as a maintenance therapeutic dose

Supplement Size Variations

Size	Product ID#
25g	A1900
100g	A1950

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Side Effect of Standard Process Canine Thyroid Support

Since these nutritional supplements are made from food, there is little to no risk of side effects. The only side effect I’ve ever seen is diarrhea if the pet gets a gigantic dose. For example, if a pet eats a whole bottle. If I had a dollar for every time one of my pets ate a whole bottle, I’d have a pretty full piggy bank. Since pets love these products so much, we recommend keeping them in a cabinet or someplace that your pet cannot get to.

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A Note From the Manufacturer:

“Thyroid Support is designed for use in the patient with thyroid disease. It can be used alone or in combination with other accepted methods of therapy. The need for combination therapy is dictated by the level of glandular pathology. Thyroid support in this product is provided directly and indirectly through its whole food complexes, tissue extracts and concentrates, and botanical ingredients. Indirect support is based on established patterns of endocrine and metabolic interactions. The diseased thyroid gland is a challenging gland to manage. It is common in the dog to have autoantibodies against the thyroid. These destructive interactions require a long period of time before the effects are seen clinically as hypothyroidism

Canine and Feline Thyroid Support is designed for the patient with thyroid disease. As part of the endocrine system, the thyroid gland plays a major role in many different interactions between glands and organs in the body. Canine Thyroid Support provides critical trace nutrient support for the thyroid gland, the adrenal glands and the liver. The goal of this tissue support product is to facilitate better thyroid function by supporting the thyroid gland and other important tissues that interact with the thyroid gland.”

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