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Get Rid Of Your Pet’s Common Ailments With Natural Remedies Now!

  • 30/11/2015

If your pet is not in the best of its spirit and health, you need not get worried as most of the times, the treatment lies in your own kitchen. Using various natural remedies, you can ensure good health of your dog.

Some of the most common natural remedies that can be used are-

1.       Vitamin E - If your dog has dry skin, you need not get worried as just applying Vitamin E and massaging it on the skin is enough to bring shine and softness to its skin. You can either add a few drops of Vitamin E in lukewarm water meant for doggy bath or apply it directly on its skin. In case, you are planning to give Vitamin E capsules to your dog, it is best to consult a veterinarian for correct dosage.

2.       Electrolyte - If your dog is feeling quite dehydrated after a bout of sickness, you need to replenish lost fluids immediately. This can be done by giving your dog pediatric drinks, sports water, etch which is also taken by athletes. Such drinks are essential as it helps in replenishing fluid that is lost after vomiting or diarrhea.

3.       Plain Yoghurt - For ensuring overall health of your dog, you can give it plain yoghurt from time to time. Yoghurt proves to be quite healthy as it has live acidophilus that is responsible for keeping good intestinal bacteria in balance, while kicking out bad bacteria. Yoghurt on a regular basis ensures the incidence of yeast infections to a minimum. These days, acidophilus pills are also available in the market that offers the same benefits as yoghurt available easily in homes.

4.       Borax Powder - If your pet is suffering from flea problem, it may make it quite cranky and uncomfortable. Instead of administering heavy medications to your dog, you must use borax powder. It is easily available in every household and can tackle the problem of fleas in a highly effective manner. The borax powder worls by poking holes in the exoskeletons of the crunchy insects. The fleas will be easily killed and that too without bringing any harm to the pet.

5.       Essential Oils and Vinegar for flea and tick problem- Many studies conducted in the field of finding possible home remedies for curing flea and tick problems in dogs have found that applying vinegar or essential oils can reduce the number of ticks and fleas on the dog skin. Neem Oil, particularly have been found to offer excellent results. This oil also controls and stops the growth of fleas, so they do not grow to become adults. Thus, using certain essential oils can prove to be highly beneficial when it comes to control irritating flea and tick problems.

6.       Chamomile Tea- If your doggy is suffering from an upset tummy, no worries! You can give mild chamomile tea to your pet which will bring a lot of relief to your pet. The disinfecting effects of the tea proves to be highly useful when it comes to treating gas, colic pain and anxiety. Ensure that chilled tea is given to the dog as it will offer instant soothing effect. If the dog is suffering from irritated or infected eyes, a hot teab bag can be used.

7.       Use of Ginger for Motion Sickness - There are many times when one has to take his or her pet along for a car journey. Many dogs suffer from motion sickness problem and can result in upset stomach and stress. A little ginger added to your pet’s food can help in controlling motion sickness problem. Care should be taken that no more than one tablespoon ginger is added to the pet’s food.

8.        Oatmeal - If your dog is suffering from itchy skin and is leaving no surface intact while scratching its skin, instead of bathing it or using disinfectant powder, use oatmeal that is finely grind and add it to the lukewarm water. Use this water for bathing your dog. It will bring immense relief to your dog and its itchiness problem will reduce considerably. A lot of infections and skin irritation problems can be curbed to a significant extent.

9.       Epsom Salt - Many times, your dogs may suffer from swelling or wounds as they get hurt while playing energetically. In order to ensure fast healing, healt packs or soaking in Epsom salt water is a great idea. Warm water with a scoop of Epsom Salt can do wonders when it comes to healing wounds and reducing swelling. You can also consider antibiotics along with using this natural remedy. A clean towel can be used o administer heat pack, and placed on the wounds from time to time to bring relief.

Use of Aloe Vera for Skin Allergies- Aloe Vera has always been found to be highly beneficial for curing several health issues. If you dog suffers from any skin allergies nd problems like burns, dermatitis, skin irritations, etc., using Aloe Vera gel as topical application will bring a lot of relief to your pet. After washing the dog’s skin using mild soap and lukewarm water, apply Aloe Vera gel andleave it for some time. It will reduce skin irritation and allergy problem to a significant extent.

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Comments (1)

Kelsey
Said this on 19/03/2016 At 12:32 pm

Good list, also to add for sickness and allergies there is Benadryl for dogs. This helps a lot, and is veterinarian approved. However, I do like that most of your list is more organic than pharmaceutical, so that is nice.

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