Adrenal Super Support and Nutritional Balance Kit

Holistic Pet Adrenal Support

Symptoms of overactive or underactive adrenal glands can often be mistaken for normal signs of aging. If your furkiddo is looking a little dull, doesn’t want to play or their appetite is all over the place, they may be suffering from an adrenal imbalance and malnutrition.

What are the adrenal glands?

They are two small glands located next to the kidneys that work alongside the pituitary and hypothalamus glands to help regulate digestion, the immune system, and most importantly, the body’s response to stress.

When your furkiddo is stressed, their adrenal glands produce the hormones that stimulate a fight or flight response. This primal reaction can be a real lifesaver in many dangerous situations, but problems may develop when your dog or cat's adrenal system releases too much or too little of these glucocorticoid hormones. Stress can be triggered by many factors such as surgery, trauma, a change in routine, illness or even extreme weather.

Two of the most common adrenal gland disorders are Cushing’s disease (too much cortisol in the bloodstream) and Addison’s disease (too little cortisol and aldosterone).

Cushing's Disease or hyperadrenocorticism is caused by the overproduction of the hormone ACTH which is then released into the bloodstream and stimulates the adrenal glands to produce increased levels of cortisol. The adrenal glands can be pushed into overdrive from a few different causes, but most commonly, Cushing’s is caused by a tumor on the pituitary gland, known as an adenoma. As scary as this sounds, it may not be life-threatening, and if caught early, your pet may be able to maintain a good quality of life and minimize symptoms. If left untreated, this type of tumor may become metastatic and develop into cancer. The telltale signs of Cushing's disease often resemble normal aging due to symptoms like lethargy, weight gain, and a dull and dry coat. Also, age is most likely a factor as Cushing's does not usually develop in dogs until the age of ten. Although less common, Cushing’s (too much cortisol) can affect our feline friends too.

Certain breeds of dogs are more prone to Cushing’s, partly because certain breeds are more prone to stress. Poodles, Jack Russell Terriers, Beagles, and Dachshunds are a few dog breeds that are more likely to develop this kind of glandular disorder.

Cushing’s Disease in dogs and cats may display a combination of symptoms such as:

• Excessive thirst and urination
• Increased appetite (possible obesity)
• Weak muscles
• Lethargy
• Heat intolerance & panting
• Dry coat and hair loss
• Bruising

Addison’s Disease or hypoadrenocorticism occurs when the adrenal glands fail to produce enough hormones. Standard Poodles, Great Danes, Bearded Collies, Portuguese Water Dogs and West Highland White Terriers are some of the breeds that may be more susceptible to this glandular disorder. Addison’s Disease (too little hormone) is more common in young to middle-aged dogs and in some purebred cats.

There are two types of Addison’s Disease, primary and secondary. The primary type of Addison’s is essentially a rare autoimmune disorder where the immune system attacks the adrenal glands and damages the adrenal cortex. If your furry friend is battling tumors, other diseases or is taking vet-prescribed medications to treat Cushing's, these may be contributing factors to an underactive adrenal cortex, which leads to secondary Addison’s Disease caused by a pituitary gland tumor, long-term exposure to steroids or a side effect of suddenly pausing a medication.

Addison's Disease in dogs and cats may display a combination of symptoms such as:

• Increased thirst and urination
• Loss of appetite
• Malnutrition (from lack of appetite and diarrhea)
• Occasional vomiting
• Diarrhea (sometimes dark and bloody)
• They become very weak and don’t feel like walking or playing
• Decreased energy
• Hair loss
• Decreased heart rate

The symptoms of adrenal disorders can be similar to various other health conditions in pets so your vet may recommend some in-depth diagnostic tests like a CBC, a chemistry panel, electrolyte tests and ACTH-stimulation tests to investigate your furkiddo’s symptoms.

For adrenal disease in cats or dogs with possible malnutrition (from diarrhea and excessive urination), we'd suggest adding NHV’s Adrenal Super Support and Nutritional Balance Kit to their daily meals. This bundle of natural remedies contains Supraglan, Milk thistle and Multi Essentials which have been specifically formulated for pets to gently re-balance the adrenal glands, reduce inflammation, and eliminate toxins.

How NHV Supplements Support Adrenal Disease in Cats or Dogs

An adrenal gland disorder impacts so many areas of the body. We would recommend a holistic pet adrenal support that connects and aids each of the affected areas while minimizing side effects to help your little one get their health back on track. Suplaglan is an all-natural blend of herbs specially formulated to focus on all areas affected by glandular disorders like Cushing’s or Addison's Disease. Wild yam helps restore hormone balance, licorice encourages hormone production, and borage naturally stimulates the endocrine system to rebalance adrenal cortex function and support a calmer body and mind. In addition to helping the adrenal and endocrine system, Suplaglan also contains herbs that support the kidneys, liver, and immune system, which we know are vital to maintaining a healthy body. Milk Thistle provides additional support to the liver, kidneys, and is known to encourage cell regeneration. And Multi Essentials help replenish vital nutrients that your pet may have lost from increased urination, diarrhea and a fluctuating metabolism (from unstable hormone levels).

SUPRAGLAN

• Beneficial support to rebalance adrenal and pituitary gland function
• Supports healthy water and electrolyte levels (reduces urine output and thirst)
• Promotes the return of healthy skin and coat
• Supportive aid to help restore appetite
• Herbal blend formulated to support kidneys, liver and immune system

MILK THISTLE

• May help protect and encourage liver regeneration
• Free-radical scavengers can help prevent liver inflammation
• Antioxidant properties help stimulate healthy immune response
• Beneficial support for liver and kidneys

MULTI ESSENTIALS

• Helps fill nutritional voids
• Stimulates metabolism (to improve energy)
• Aids effective digestion and absorption
• Promotes healthy skin and coat
• May help increase the body’s resistance to disease and stress

Support Your Pet’s Adrenal Health Naturally

Your pet’s health means everything to us. For our pet adrenal support kits, we have worked with a holistic veterinarian and a master herbalist to formulate gentle yet effective remedies to focus on the areas of the body most affected by Cushing’s and Addison’s disease. For any questions or concerns about your little one’s stress levels or adrenal health, don’t hesitate to reach out to an NHV Pet Expert - we are here to help!