Natural Pet Health

Here’s a spot remover that will help you get rid of grease spots in your pet’s fur between baths, especially those spots that cats get on their heads from prowling under cars.

Rub a few drops of Murphy Oil Soap and a small amount of warm water onto the greasy spots. Then rinse thoroughly with warm water.

From Dr. Pitcairn’s Complete Guide to Natural Health for Dogs and Cats.

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For pets that just won’t put up with water baths, try this simple dry shampoo.

Place 1/2 to 1 Cup bran, oatmeal or cornmeal on a cookie sheet. Put the oven on low for 5 minutes to warm the grain. Removing a little at a time, so that the rest stays warm but not too hot, rub the grain into the fur with a towel. Concentrate on the greasy, dirty areas. Then brush these areas thoroughly to get the grain out.

From Dr. Pitcairn’s Complete Guide to Natural Health for Dogs and Cats.

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Rosemary Tea makes an excellent conditioner that promotes a Glossy Coat and helps to repel fleas.

1 tsp dried Rosemary or 1 Tbsp fresh

1 pint boiling water

Combine and steep for 10 minutes, covered. Strain and cool to body temperature. Pour it over your pet after the final rinse. Rub in and towel dry without further rinsing.

When you’re finished with the bath, use several towels to blot off excess water. Then let your pet do what comes naturally, shaking and licking off more of the water. Make sure your pet has a warm place to dry off.

From Dr. Pitcairn’s Complete Guide to Natural Health for Dogs and Cats.

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The Coat of long-haired breeds like the Pekingese and Shih Tzu get tangled to such an extent that sometimes there is no alternative but to strip the Coat down to the skin with clippers. Even while grooming other breeds you are likely to notice that some hair becomes damaged, tangled and matted. These may be some damaged hair, burrs that are difficult to pull off and Dandruff or mats that become difficult to get rid of. Some homemade recipes for Coat conditioners can help solve these problems and can save you some expense or a trip to the veterinarian.

To treat dry or damaged coat, whisk the yolk of an egg vigorously and add a little bit of water till it becomes creamy. Mix the white of the egg. Wet dog’s coat with warm water and remove excess water. Apply the mixture to the coat, gently till the froth reaches deep into the skin. Rinse thoroughly and wash away all the mixture with water.

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What are Tear Stains?

Tear Stains are reddish/brownish marks found on the inside corner and just below the eyes of pets. These are most often found on animals with light-colored fur as this makes them more visible.

Tear Stains are caused by an overflow of tears which then react with normal bacteria found on the skin to produce the darkened color. Red Yeast is a common culprit in producing tear stains as this organism - like most fungi - thrives in the warm and damp environment just below your pet’s eyes.

Although tear stains do not generally pose any serious health risk, in some cases they may be associated with bacterial or yeast infections and are also unsightly and particularly undesirable in show dogs.

What is PetAlive i-Clenz?

PetAlive i-Clenz contains a blend of natural, cleansing ingredients in an herbal tincture and will effectively cleanse unsightly tear stains in pets as well as improve general eye and Visual Health.

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If your dog is sprayed by a skunk, you are likely to look frantically in your kitchen cupboards for something that you can wash her with that will neutralize and remove the overpowering smell. Usually this happens in the middle of the night, of course, since skunks are nocturnal creatures. Some simple chemistry will help you choose the right ingredients!

The old folk remedy for skunk smell removal is tomato juice. The reason this was passed down through the generations is that it worked! Skunk spray is alkaline, and acidic tomato juice will neutralize the alkaline odor.

One of my dogs was once sprayed by a skunk in August when the garden was full of ripe tomatoes, and not having any tomato juice in the house, and it (of course) being midnight, I ran out and picked half a dozen tomatoes off the vine, cut them in half and rubbed them over the dog, who I had put in the bathtub. It worked! The only problem is that when she shook, tomato seeds and pulp flew all over the bathroom and it looked like a horror movie.

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Ingredients

1 Extra large box of baking soda
2 lbs Cornstarch.

Blend the following to a fine powder:

2 cups dried pennyroyal
2 cups dried Lavender
1 cup dried Rosemary.

The following essential oils:

20 drops Citronella
20 drops lemon
30 drops pennyroyal
20 drops Rosemary

Mix all ingredients and leave the scents mingle a few days. Sprinkle on your pets Coat.

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Brush your dog often.

Brushing will stimulate oils in your pets skin & keep it moist & healthy. Brushing will prevent matting of your dogs Coat. Brushing is a great way to show your dog attention. Brushing eliminates dead hair in the Coat that contributes to shedding.

Maintain the length of your dogs nails.

You can walk your dog often to wear down nails. Clip your dogs nails on a regular basis. If they are cut too short they can bleed & sting. Groomers usually charge a little less than veterinarians to cut nails. If you believe your dog will be aggressive about getting their nails cut it is best to take them to the veterinarian.

Bathe your dog regularly.

Buy dog shampoos & conditioners from pet stores. Do not use flea & tick shampoos unless your pet needs them, they can dry out your pets skin. Be sure to rinse your dog thoroughly, leaving soap on skin can cause problems.

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Ingredients:

* 7 oz water
* 3.3 oz full fat buttermilk
* 4.2 oz lye
* 5 oz coconut oil
* 8 oz palm oil
* 8 oz Olive Oil
* 8 oz soybean oil
* 2 oz Neem oil
* 1 oz emu
* 2 Tbsp Neem powder
* 2 Tbsp powdered Rosemary
* .5 oz Rosemary Essential Oil

Directions

Makes 2 pounds.

My dogs inspired this, and not because they can dance. It removes ‘eau de doggy’ and is great for doggy Dermatitis. I imagine it would be a decent flea repellant as well. Fine for humans too. Combine water and lye, cool a bit, then add buttermilk.

Set aside 1 oz of Neem and emu oils. Melt solid oils in microwave, add to crock pot along with liquid oils. Add lye water/milk and proceed as usual.

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Ingredients:

* 8 oz coconut oil
* 6 oz Olive Oil
* 1.5 oz castor oil
* 3.54 oz lye
* .25 oz jojoba oil
* .5 oz Aloe Vera gel
* .25 oz Eucalyptus eo
* .125 oz Peppermint eo
* .125 oz Citronella eo
* .25 oz T-50 Tocopherol
* 6.5 oz palm oil
* 3 oz canola oil
* 8.5 oz water
* .25 oz Neem oil
* .25 oz Lavender 40/42 eo
* .125 oz Lemongrass eo
* .125 oz Tea Tree oil
* .125 oz Cedarwood eo

Directions

I make this in my 6 qt crockpot. Add lye to water & set safely aside. Heat coconut, palm, olive, canola & castor oils till completely melted. Add lye water & stir till light trace. Put the lid on the crockpot.

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