Natural Dog Food: Is It Right For Your Dog?

RustyAugust 29, 2022March 30, 2022

Many concerns have arisen regarding the dangers of feeding pets’ commercial dog food. These concerns have prompted dog owners to start making natural dog foods for their beloved dogs, which is not only safer, but easy and healthier. You should learn what types of foods you should feed your dog, what not to feed them and resources to find safe commercial dog foods when you can’t cook for your dog.
Dogs love fresh raw meat. Your best bet is to buy it from a butcher. That way the meat will be fresher, and you can get it at bulk pricing for your hungry carnivore dog.
Select vegetables to add for natural dog food. The best veggies for the dog are squash, pumpkin, zucchini, carrots, cucumber, beets, yams, parsnips, broccoli, and sweet potatoes. These will give the dog needed nutrients. Again, pick produce which is as fresh as you can get.
Make sure that the meat and vegetables are cut into small pieces which are not difficult for your pet to eat. Homemade dog food recipes are a wonderful option because you can control how the food is prepared. Cook the meat only a little and it will still be tender and juicy. This will give it more flavor and your pet will like it better. It will also make it more nutritional since heat which is too high can kill nutrients.
You should lightly steam vegetables before adding them to the cooked natural dog food. Be sure to only add the recommended vegetables listed above. Also stir the meal and test different areas to make sure there are no hot spots before you give it to your dog. Always allow the cooked food to cool before serving.
Sometimes when you are not able to cook for your pet, there are good dog foods that are available in the stores that contains wholesome meat with no dangerous ingredients. Lifes Abundance dog food is this type of product and it is convenient to have around to keep your dog healthy.
Remember that dogs always need meat protein listed as the primary ingredient in their food. There is reliable and informative sites on line that can help you choose a few, safe, commercial dog foods. If you choose to feed your dog natural home made food and treats, you can also find information online, to prepare your dog’s food with the protein they need.…

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Natural Treatment Of Urinary Problems in Cats

RustyAugust 23, 2022March 30, 2022

A urinary problem in cats may cause much worrying not for an animal but also for an owner. The urinary tract has an extremely delicate nature, that is the reason why cats can often catch infections and other health problems. Consequently, it’s very significant for cat owners to take special care of their pet’s urinary health. It’s not difficult to keep your cat healthy, but it will certainly help to prolong your pet’s life.

One of the most common urinary problems in cats is bacterial infection. Cats can easily catch bacteria, particularly if they spend much time outdoors. Unfortunately, after bacteria has entered your pet’s system it can have a destructive effect on the cat’s urinary tract. As bacteria multiplies it can cause the appearance of crystals blocking the urinary tract and leading to serious, sometimes life threatening problems.

To avoid this kind of urinary issue in cats, it’s important to recognize the symptoms of UTI in time and to have the cat treated as soon as possible. The symptoms of UTI in cats are rather similar to those in human being, for instance, blood in the urine, fever, straining to urinate and pain when urinating. UTI can also make urine smelly or to make your cat urinate in different places, generally in small amounts.

If your cat has any of these symptoms, it’s recommended to get it to the veterinarian immediately for a correct diagnosis. For treatment of urinary issues in cats a course of antibiotics is prescribed as the first treatment option. But unfortunately antibiotics may have drawbacks and even side effects. Many antibiotics will certainly remove harmful bacteria but they’ll kill helpful bacteria as well. As a result, your cat is left open to recurring UTI and other health problems and even decreasing of the immune system.

Luckily, the owners worried with a urinary problem in cats, are offered a few options for treatment, like alternative and holistic medications. The latter are produced from 100% natural ingredients and can provide quick relief from symptoms without subjecting your pet to recurrence. These products will also improve the health of the cat’s immune system in the process of treatment.

Besides, while fighting urinary problems, it’s recommended to use definite herbs which are rather effective and include Staphysagris, Berberis vulgaris, and Cantharis. In combination, these herbs can relieve frequent urination and bladder pain and can improve the cat’s immune system and to help the proper functioning of the urinary system in cats.

Apart from using natural remedies, you can also follow some to relief urinary problem in your cat. Feed your cat with a natural diet enriched with Vitamin C and ensure that your cat always has clean water and a clean litter box in order to develop appropriate urinary habits.

Excellent urinary tract health is important for cats, so following the recommended steps to support proper function should be foremost in each cat owner’s thoughts. Always stay one step ahead of urinary tract problems and pay attention to all options for treatment, first of all, natural remedies.…

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Natural Home Remedies For Cats With Ear Mites

RustyAugust 18, 2022March 30, 2022

Most cats get ear mites at one time or another. Cats with ear mites are miserable with symptoms of head shaking, itching and scratching the ears. Hundreds of these tiny bugs are invading your cat’s ear canal living off the wax. A mite’s life cycle is three weeks and then they start mating all over again. Ear mites are extremely contagious and spread from one cat to another through direct contact.

Ear mites are the most difficult parasite to get rid of, but by following a specific treatment, your cat will be ear mite free. If not treated, they can cause ear infections, inflamed red swollen ears or even hearing loss to your cat. Some cats have lost their hearing from vigorous head shaking causing a blood vessel to burst.

To check your cat for ear mites, use a cotton swab dipped in mineral or vegetable oil. Fold the ear flap back and wipe the cotton ball in the ear. If there is black debris or a thick coffee grind like substance on the cotton swab, then your cat has ear mites. Clean the kitty’s ears first with vegetable or mineral oil or you can buy a cleaning solution at PetSmart. Clean the ears as directed on the bottle. Always clean the cat’s ears first before treating her for ear mites.

There are a few different remedies for cats with ear mites. You can use the conventional method or the holistic approach. The easiest treatment is to visit your veterinarian and get a topical anti-parasitic medication such as Revolution.

It kills fleas as well as ear mites. It is a spot on vial tube that is applied between the shoulder blade and it lasts for one month. Acarexx or Milbermite are two other conventional topical medications you may choose to use. These conventional medications include “pyrethrins” which are an insecticide that penetrates the nervous system of the parasites.

The safest approach is the natural treatment with no chemicals. This is not the easiest way, but is the safest alternative to chemical products. Clean your cat’s ears with one tablespoon of Olive Oil and 1 capsule of Vitamin E combined. (Poke the capsule and pour the gel in with the olive oil)

Use an equal amount in a syringe and squirt in the cat’s ears and spread it out. Wait for five minutes, massage base of the ear with your thumb and forefinger and then wipe out the mite debris with a cotton swab. Repeat this process daily for seven days.

The Olive Oil smothers the mites and the Vitamin E heals the ears. Another treatment is by using white vinegar and water. Dilute solution to half and half. Use one teaspoon in a dropper or syringe in each ear. Cup your hand around the base of your kitty’s ear, and massage the base of her ear with your thumb and forefinger.

Use cotton swabs to wipe out the mite debris. Use this for seven days and then stop for seven days. WARNING: Do not use this method if the ears are red and swollen or have any open wounds.

Garlic and Olive Oil combined are great for treating ear mites. Crush garlic and soak it overnight in warm olive oil. Throw away the clove and warm up the olive oil. Add 5 drops to each ear for 21 days. This remedy also smothers the ear mites.

My favorite is Aloe and Calendula essential oils. They are very soothing to the kitty’s ears and have worked wonders for getting rid of the ear mites. Both oils are available at your local health food store. Add several drops to the kitty’s ears once daily for 21 days. The oils have a healing effect so if your kitty has inflamed or painful ears, this will help.

These are the best remedies for cats with ear mites and now you can choose the conventional or the holistic approach. Your cat will feel much better and she will love you for it.…

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Natural Remedies For Cats With Fleas

RustyJuly 6, 2022March 30, 2022

If you live in a damp climate, chances are your pet, house and lawn have fleas. Fleas are the toughest parasite to get rid of and it takes a little work. Fleas are worse in the summer months, but they still hang around in the cooler months. Cats and dogs are warm-blooded animals, so fleas live in their skin to eat, breathe and make more fleas. If your pet has fleas, there are hundreds living on his skin.

They suck the pet’s blood and more fleas multiply. Your cat or dog is going crazy scratching and biting to get rid of these pesty invaders. There are spot on vials to kill the fleas, but they are loaded with toxic pesticides that can cause serious long-term illness to your pet. The best solution is to use natural remedies for cats with fleas that are safe and non-toxic.

When cats groom themselves, they ingest the fleas that turn into tapeworms affecting their health even more. Dogs and cats with fleas experience anemia, diarrhea, vomiting, fur loss, dull looking coat, loss of weight and loss of appetite. By using natural remedies for fleas will alleviate these problems.

Cedar Oil kills fleas on your pet, in the house and in the yard. Triple Sure by Natural Wonder has an amazing product for pets. It is a spray, so you need to lightly mist your pet, run a flea comb through her to spread it out. You may need to reapply the cedar oil spray two to three times.

The house and yard need to be treated also. Vacuum carpet thoroughly and mop floors with vinegar and borax. Borax kills fleas by dehydrating them. It is available in the laundry isle of your grocery store. Sprinkle and cover carpet and furniture with Borax. Grind in with a squeegee or sponge mop. You can leave it until the next time you vacuum. It is safe and will not harm the kids or pets.

Wash all the bedding including any pet beds and spray cedar in and around the pet area. You can purchase a stronger solution of Cedar Oil at your local feed and seed store to treat the outside of your home. Cover the perimeter of your house, gardens bushes and lawn.

These natural remedies for fleas are 100% safe for your family and pets. You may notice scratches, loss of fur and scabs on your pet. Purchase some Aloe Vera Gel at the health food store and apply it to your pet twice daily until she is healed up.

Your pet will feel and look great once she is flea free. I have used these natural remedies for fleas on all my cats and had great success. The cats, house and yard are flea free and stay that way because I keep it treated throughout the seasons where I live in the Midwest.…

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Natural Remedies For Cats With Fleas

RustyJune 30, 2022March 30, 2022