Addison's disease is known as Hypoadrenocortism, it is the opposite to Cushing's disease. It is an uncommon condition in dogs being a failure of the adrenal glands to produce enough glucocorticoid and mineralocorticoid, compounds which control a large number of functions within the body. In Addison's disease the level of sodium decreases and potassium increases. Low sodium can lead to vomiting, diarrhoea, weight loss and weakness. High potassium mainly effects the heart causing changes in the rhythm and contraction. Addison's disease can be caused by any mechanism which damages the adrenal gland.

Naturopathic treatment for adrenal insufficiency as well as symptoms from this which can include muscle weakness, fatigue, skin, stomach issues and depression or stress. Aiding optimum health and wellness without using harsh drugs. It is also important to add vitamins to daily meals to support and nourish the body and adrenal glands.  This condition is an autoimmune disorder, by adding OptiCell (powder) Product AN153  or  AN260  Immune boost (martime pine herbs)  in daily meals with assist in boosting the immune system effectively. Some of the substances that can trigger an autoimmune disorder include  drugs, heavy metals (found in vaccinations etc.


Nutritional Support:   (for med to large dog - half this for small or  toy dog)
Crush tablets (or open cap and add powder) to add daily to meals (or sardine mix):

One  x  Vitamin B5  (Pantothenic acid 500mg)
Two  x   Activated Vitamin B6 capsules 20mg (assist the adrenal gland repair) 3 months then reduce to one cap daily.
Half a  teaspoon of Vitamin C powder   (e.g calcium Ascorbate powder) 
Half a  teaspoon of Amino Acids L-Alanine powder.  
Two   x   Amino Acid L-Carnosine 500mg capsules   (for cell membrane protection, supports muscle vitality)
One toTwo Potassium supplement tablets   *optional  -  if dog is urinating most days then use this also.
Two  x  Methyl Transfer cap sules (assist absorption and methalation pathway blockages)

For emotional well being:  to help restore Seretonin (feel good, mood regulator) levels (from depression) add one powder (from a capsules) three times a day of amino acid L-Tryptophan 500gm plus GABA 500mg capsules and Two  x  5-HTP 100mg capsules  (for relief of depression)

Can mix these supplements in with the sardines twice a day and hand feed it.  Add some filtered water if your dog prefers it to be a more liquid food.  Hand feed it or allow them to slick it up.   Can also add the herbal drops to this as well "Addison's Support" browm liquid mix.

Disclaimer
Australian Clients should be aware that national legislation prohibits the marketing or advertising of any veterinary products which have not been registered with the N.R.A. These regulations were designed to control the entry onto the market of new chemical drugs and did not foresee the rising demand for proven herbal and homeopathic formulations. Other laws however, allow such treatments to be available for both human and animal treatment after personal consultation. The Treatment Program Descriptions provided are for Australian clients who should ignore the product names and other claims which are provided for International clients.