Natural Pet Health Blog

Minor injuries in pets

Both dogs and cats often fall victim to minor cuts, scrapes, bites and stings- especially those with outdoor lifestyles and adventurous natures! Cuts and scrapes, abrasions, insect bites, fights with other animals - all can result in a miserable pet with consequent risk of infection. Like people, animals can also suffer from allergies and reactions to plants like Poison Ivy and Poison Oak.

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New information is emerging on pets and Aromatherapy massage. One must heed more caution with animals than when using Essential Oils than with humans. For one thing animals skin absorbs oils at a different rate than human skin.

Essential Oils that have been found helpful when working with animals to confront everything from flea control to Depression includes: Lavender, Tea Tree, Chamomile, Bergamot, Cedarwood, Juniper, Geranium, Rosemary, Sandalwood, Patchouli, Sweet Orange and Eucalyptus.

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Dental health in pets

The most common ailments seen by vets in dogs and cats are dental problems. More than half of all pets suffer from gum disease, dental calculus or similar dental problems.

Calculus is the brown build-up of plaque found extending downwards on the tooth from the gum line. Calculus is a haven for bacteria which can have serious consequences for your pet’s general health. These bacteria can not only cause abscesses and tooth loss but can have effects further afield - even resulting in organ damage as the bacteria are carried from the mouth, through the bloodstream.

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Animals can absolutely be treated and comforted with Reiki energy. No one knows exactly what an animal experiences during a Reiki session, but something in them seems to let go and relax. They normally will become very still and seem to sense that something very special is taking place, and gratefully take the energy in.

Animals respond very well to Reiki, and just like humans, Reiki can be used for all types of illnesses, injuries, and emotional problems. Reiki can accelerate the healing process of animals, ease pain, and improve or help to continue their quality of life.

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As dog owners, we must be alert to items that are toxic to our animal friends. Regular household items that may not harm us may cause our pets illness and even death. The Human Society and the ASPCA both have comprehensive websites with articles about household toxins. Let’s delve into some of them here. We’ll look at both non-food and food items.

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What is Cushing’s Disease?

Cushing’s disease is also known as hyperadrenocorticism and is characterized by the over-production of hormones from the adrenal glands. The extra high levels of these hormones in your pet’s body can cause varied and serious symptoms.

Function and definition of the adrenal glands

The adrenal glands are two, small bean-shaped structures situated above each of your pet’s two kidneys. They consist of two separate regions: an inner adrenal medulla surrounded by an outer adrenal cortex.

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Whether it be with luxury beds, Gourmet treats, Aromatherapy, holistic care, designer Collars, or luxury grooming services, there’s no denying it — people love to pamper their pets. Aromatherapy is a great way to pamper your dog’s body, mind, and spirit. Essential Oils can also help with all kinds of common canine ailments from Bad Breath to Itchy Skin.

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Everyone seems on edge about the latest outbreak of avian flu. People in China are told to kill their poultry in order to keep the virus from spreading. Meanwhile people in the United States watch on in fear that the avian flu will come to their shores. So what exactly is all the hubbub about? After all, every winter millions of people come down with bird flu.

Origin of Influenza

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By: Cheyanne West of Today’s Horse

Homeopathic Calendula is probably the best remedy for healing ANY kind of cut, wound, Ulcer, abrasion etc. Don’t believe me? Next time you get a paper cut, take a dose and see what happens! The healing power of this remedy is equally matched by it’s power to kill pain related to surgery, cuts, wounds, etc..

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1. Rush—when the animal shows signs of an adverse reaction to any chemical, i.e. flea dip, Vaccination etc.

2. Rush—when the animal begins to vomit and continues beyond 4 hours.

3. Rush—when any trauma occurs, i.e. if the animal is knocked unconscious or if the animal suffers a serious bleeding episode.

4. Rush—in the case of continued Diarrhea over a period of 24 hours.

5. Rush—if the animal has difficulty in breathing.

6. Rush—if the animal may have suffered an eye injury or a broken bone.

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